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Member John Blain, director Geoff Roberts and chairman Neville Wortlehock enjoy their first beer at the re-opened Exies. Photos: Kim Woods. THE rush to get back into the and have a chat. Shire’s watering holes last week was At the Narrandera Ex-Service- palpable as the doors were ung men’s Club, patrons lined up on the open in welcome at the clubs and steps waiting for the club to open pubs after 11 weeks of closure. at 2pm Friday. But, breweries caught short with Club manager Rick Boller said the the demand left publicans and club Exies was taking a staged approach managers scrambling for kegs. to opening. At the Charles Sturt on Friday, The club anticipates an eventu- retiree Barry Knight was back on al maximum of 150 people under The first beer at the bar of the Charles Sturt Hotel tasted pretty good to regular Barry Knight. his familiar stool, sipping a beer present social distancing require- the bistro due to open on June 15. All patrons must scan their li- Mr Boller said the Big Country and bantering with his mates – albeit ments. “We were concerned about open- cence, sign in and use hand sanitiser Hoedown in late August was still from 1.5m away – after 11 weeks of “A building as big as this takes ing too early if there was anoth- upon entry. booked to go ahead at the club. self-isolation. quite a bit to shut down and start er wave, and restrictions were As one of the town’s biggest Member John Blain was keen “I missed the companionship, back up again,” Mr Boller said. reimposed so we took a middle of employers, the club retained its to have a beer with his mates at having a yarn and seeing my mates,” “We have had some issues getting the road approach,” he said. 24 staff on the JobKeeper package. opening on Friday. he said. beer but stock is arriving today “We are not having any social “We have budgeted for a 60 per He said local charities had suf- Barry conceded having drinkers (June 5) otherwise it will be pack- activities, including dance classes, cent trade in July so June is a wait fered nancially without the regular 1.5m apart was difcult for those a aged beer. bingo or raf es until further notice. and see,” Mr Boller said. fund raisers at the club. little hard of hearing. “The breweries can’t brew enough, “We are restricting our trade to “We expect it to be slow transition Board chairman Neville Wortle- “But when it gets really busy you even when we placed orders, I can’t bar trade and only every second into visitors coming and that has hock said the Exies had been in couldn’t hear the bloke next to you get our number one selling item gaming machine is operating.” a lot to do with state borders. a solid nancial position to weath- so what’s the difference,” he said. of Carlton Draught in kegs.” Mr Boller said the full board “Going into spring it is important er the lock-down but many other Barry is looking forward to the Mr Boller said the Club was limited of directors was meeting monthly everything is up and running, as smaller clubs may suffer. day when he can sit next to his mate to 50 patrons in the rst week, with to discuss the restrictions. that is trade for the whole town.” continued page 3 COVID-19 UPDATE Fog then sunny MAX: 18°C MIN: 3°C Business stimulus measures SMALL businesses in industries small businesses have applied and supplier costs. Support Fund grants to help highly impacted by COVID-19 for the grants, worth more “Comments from applicants highly-impacted small busi- have more time to submit than $400 million, and we’re such as ‘this was a very user nesses to keep the lights on and applications for up to $10,000 in looking forward to seeing this friendly experience, which is doors open,” Mr Tudehope said. THUR FRI SAT SUN MON Small Business Support Fund number grow over the next greatly appreciated, especial- “Small businesses are the grants to help pay for unavoidable month and getting more support ly during this stressful time’, backbone of our state and expenses. into the hands of those busi- capture the overwhelmingly support tens of thousands of Treasurer Dominic Perrottet nesses who need it most. positive sentiment about the local jobs and we are committed 16°C 17°C 19°C 16°C 14°C said by extending the closing “With the grants set to close ease of the process,” Mr Domi- to easing the burden of COVID-19 3°C 2°C 5°C 9°C 6°C date to the end of June eligible at the end of June, we’re now nello said. on our mum and dad business - - 10-20mm 1-5mm - small business owners now turning our attention from “Of the 5500 applicants who owners and entrepreneurs.” had more time to submit their response to recovery and chose to leave feedback, over The criteria for the Small applications to access this vital are looking at how we best 99 per cent gave the process a Business Support Fund grants support measure. support our businesses to thumbs up.” and online application form June – 9.4mm “The grants were designed reopen and welcome more Minister for Finance and is available here. Applications to help highly-impacted small customers.” Small Business Damien Tude- must be received by June 30. 2020 total – 323.8mm businesses hibernate, with Minister for Customer Ser- hope said the grants were part For more information about the criteria recently extended vice Victor Dominello said the of the NSW Government’s what other measures might to provide support for eligible grants had been designed to response strategy aimed at be available, visit service.nsw. microbreweries, cellar doors allow small businesses to get supporting small businesses. gov.au/covid-19 and use the Narrandera Argus and events and commercial access to help as quickly as “We’re committed to keeping assistance tool. To learn more vessel businesses,” Mr Perrottet possible and this extension people in jobs and businesses about the NSW Government’s said. meant more businesses would in business, which is why we COVID-19 stimulus measures, ENQUIRIES “Already more than 40,000 get help to cover utilities, rates established the Small Business visit nsw.gov.au/covid-19. Phone 6959 2222 167 East Street, Narrandera Help for business Operation Pariac or PO Box 5, Narrandera NSW 2700 SMALL businesses in industries hit unique challenges for small businesses hard by COVID-19 are set to bene t and since 1 March the program has www.narranderaargus.com.au with 40 new Business Connect advisors assisted around 3,300 small businesses,” to watch over MAINTAINING social distancing and ensuring being deployed across NSW to help Mr Tudehope said. or find us on Facebook Public Health Order compliance at licensed provide valuable advice and guidance. “A number of small businesses were venues will be the focus of a month-long high- Among the 40 new advisors are able to pivot their operation but for visibility policing operation across regional NSW. ve with a background in tourism – one many, the challenges are now evolving NEWS ROOM With the NSW Government easing of restrictions of the sectors most heavily impacted and include operating in a COVID-safe related to gatherings in public places imposed Managing Editor by the pandemic. environment. under the Public Health Order from June 1, Minister for Jobs, Investment, “The advisors are able to connect Liz Lawrence an extended period of Operation Pariac has Tourism and Western Stuart businesses to the support available started and will be conducted until June 30. [email protected] Ayres said the new advisors, based from the NSW Government, including Operation Pariac is a high-visibility operation both in metropolitan and regional Small Business Support Fund Grants regularly conducted by general duties and spe- Journalist areas, would help small businesses and payroll tax waivers and deferrals cialist licensing police in the Northern, Southern navigate the dif cult trading conditions. for eligible businesses.” Kim Woods and Western Regions, but will have an altered “We know small business operators A number of the new Business [email protected] focus for June 2020. across NSW are doing it tough and Connect advisors have experience The operation aims to ensure education and tourism is one of the industries that running their own businesses in compliance around the Public Health Order has been dramatically impacted by industries dramatically impacted conditions, relative to the easing of restrictions COVID-19,” Mr Ayres said. by COVID-19, including the arts ACCOUNTS in licensed premises. “The new Business Connect advisors and creative industries, retail and Police will also be targeting alcohol-related Administration Manager with a background in tourism will be tourism. crime, including assaults, anti-social behaviour able to share their insights and Once the new advisors start work, Debbie Bock and public order incidents. knowledge with small businesses from Business Connect will have more than Operation Pariac Commander, Assistant [email protected] that sector.” 120 business advisors. Commissioner Max Mitchell APM, said as restric- Minister for Finance and Small Advisory sessions with Business tions continue to ease, venues and patrons need Business Damien Tudehope said 11 of Connect are free of charge. to be aware of their responsibilities to maintain the 40 new Business Connect advisors For more information go to busi- ADVERTISING a COVID-safe environment. had already started work. ness.nsw.gov.au/support-for-business/ “Police will be conducting random checks Fran Macdonald “We know COVID-19 has brought businessconnect or phone 1300 134 359. and patrols of licensed venues throughout our [email protected] regions, with the ability for resources to be shared or [email protected] amongst police districts where the demand is Knowing your cough needed,” he said. Phone 6959 2222 MANY people will catch a cold at some gastro-oesophageal reux disease “Operation Pariac, as part of a Vikings opera- Fax 6959 2256 stage during the year and rather than try which is a persistent and severe tion, will see of cers working closely with industry to treat it yourself, pharmacists are advising form of heartburn. Anyone with and business owners to ensure they are able to seek the advice of their community a chronic cough should talk to to operate safe environments for their customers, pharmacist who can recommend the best their pharmacist about treatment. while making the public feel con dent about LETTERS TO THE EDITOR treatment to help relieve symptoms. National President of the returning to a COVID-safe venue.” To submit a letter to the editor: Each case may be different so the Pharmacy Guild of Austra- > mail to PO Box 5, Narrandera NSW 2700 professional expertise of a pharmacist lia George Tambassis said that and their staff can be very important people seeking a treatment for > deliver in person to 167 East Street, in getting the best results. coughs and colds needed to talk Narrandera There are, however, some things to the pharmacist or pharmacy staff. > email: [email protected] people can do to minimise those annoy- “It is important to talk to ing and often discomforting symptoms your community pharmacist Letters to the editor should be no more than of a cold. about any other medicines you 500 words and, if not emailed, clearly and neatly Health professionals recommend drink- may be taking,” he said. written. ing plenty of uids, as well as resting and “Some medicines can interact Correspondents should include their full name eating a well-balanced diet that contains with each other and your pharmacist and address as well as a contact phone number. a variety of fruit and vegetables. These help can advise if there is a possibility Letters may be edited. to supply natural anti-oxidants which of this. strengthen the immune system. “They can also help to identify Opinions expressed in this section of the Knowing your cough is also helpful. the best treatment for your newspaper are not necessarily the views of the If there is a lot of mucus or phlegm irritating particular need. There is no “one Narrandera Argus management and staff. the airways and waiting to be coughed up, size ts all” for coughs and colds the cough is known as a ‘productive’ one. and so you need to make sure Coughs can be acute or chronic. A ‘dry’ cough on the other hand is charac- you get the medicine that is right Photo: freepik.com terised by a lack of mucus and phlegm and for you. community.” Narrandera Argus is just nagging and annoying. “Also, many medicines designed to Avoiding catching a cold or getting a In addition, coughs can be ‘acute’ relieve the symptoms of coughs and colds cough in the rst place is the best course of or ‘chronic’. What we know as acute coughs are now available as what are known as action and personal hygiene can play a big VOLUME 139, No 22 are usually those which are caused by ‘Pharmacist Only Medicines’. role in this. a viral or bacterial infection such as a cold, “What this means is that the pharmacists Here are some tips. CONTACT: the u or even pneumonia. However, they themselves must personally provide you • Wash your hands regularly with soap Phone 02 6959 2222 Fax 02 6959 2256 may also be caused by external factors with the medicines and they can only do and water, or with a hand wash or hand 167 East Street, Narrandera NSW 2700 such as allergies, smoke or fumes. that if they are satisfied it’s the most sanitiser. This is particularly important PO Box 5, Narrandera NSW 2700 Chronic coughs are those which last a appropriate product to treat your symptoms. before handling food, or after you have number of weeks, and perhaps even months, “The pharmacist will also help you touched your mouth or nose. EMAIL: [email protected] and can be caused by cigarette smoking – choose the best possible product for your • Discard tissues after coughing or sneez- DEADLINES both the active and the passive forms of particular need. ing into them Wash your hands after this. 4pm Friday for display advertising and editorial smoking. “Sometimes, depending on the ingredi- • Keep surfaces such as phones, 12noon Monday for Classi ed advertising If you are a non-smoker and suffer ents in the medicine, the provision of these keyboards and screens clean (weekend sport editorial – 9am Monday) a chronic cough, the most likely caus- products must be recorded and this helps • Avoid sharing towels es could be post-nasal drip, asthma or support the health of you and the wider • Avoid sharing cups, crockery or cutlery. 2 — Wednesday, June 10, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus Pushing ahead on wages call Take the pledge NARRANDERA district nurses and midwives have vowed to continue their ght to choose road over the NSW Government’s wage freeze following a protest rally in the town last week. safety NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association Narrandera Hospital branch president Every year around 1200 people are killed on Denise Zak said local members stood with Australian roads. There have been 165 fatalities more than 60 other branches across the on NSW roads from January to May this year. state to oppose NSW Premier Gladys The last Friday in May was Fatality Free Friday. Berejiklian’s wage freeze plans. A day when the Australian Road Safety Foundation Mrs Zak labelled the decision as “cruel” (ARSF) encourages individuals to demonstrate and effectively stopping nurses and midwives their commitment to reducing the road toll by taking from accessing a hard earned 2.5 per cent the pledge to Choose Road Safety by promising to: wage increase. • Always be fit to drive “We have been praised by our local • Stay focused on the road communities, and all Australians, for being frontline essential workers, during a dif cult • Scan the road ahead time,” she said. • Keep a safe distance “COVID-19 has impacted and • Drive to suit the conditions we have all embraced the changes needed ARSF released a digital mosaic artwork for Fatality with a holistic approach, in order to keep Free Friday in memory of the 1,195 people who everyone safe. tragically lost their lives on Australian roads last “We, as nurses, had to prepare for this Narrandera branch president Denise Zak, secretary Lauren Hutchins, with Finnen Hutchins, and members of the NSWNMA Narrandera branch make their voices year. The mosaic features 1,195 images of everyday pandemic, implement new policies and people including families of road trauma victims, practices, in order to ght COVID-19 head on. heard in a protest outside of the Narrandera Hospital last week. Photo Rustty first responders, community road safety advocates “We all have put ourselves and our Lake-Connolly families at a higher risk during this uncertain futures. rule out pressing ahead with its wage- and those directly affected by road trauma. time.” Denise Zak said the nurses felt they were slashing plan by taking it straight to the Research conducted by ARSF found more than two The Association called on the NSW being punished for their dedication and Industrial Relations Commission. thirds of NSW drivers admit to breaking a road law. Government to support all public hospital commitment. NSW Labor Leader Jodi McKay said Responses showed over half of the NSW drivers nurses and midwives to honour their 2.5 “As dedicated members of our local every Liberal and National Party Member admitting to speeding with more than one quarter per cent. communities, we also want to support our of Parliament who supported wage cuts admitting to speeding on a weekly basis. Distraction But, the NSW Government will pursue local businesses,” she said. for workers owed their community an was also highlighted as an ongoing problem with its pause on public sector pay rises through “The Premier claims this wage freeze explanation. one third admitting to using their mobile phone the Industrial Relations Commission, after might be for a period of 12 months but The move came even as independent while driving. A quarter admitted to driving over the the policy was disallowed in parliament. who really knows how long this would last. economic modelling from the legal alcohol limit. This follows the Government’s offer of “It’s a cruel decision and it will have Institute has revealed the proposed wage a $1000 bonus to frontline workers and a long-lasting impact – it would impact cuts would have cut 1100 jobs from the NSW These findings demonstrate there is an obvious need a job guarantee for 12 months. on our superannuation and could change economy. for the community to take ownership of road safety Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said the plans for retirement. The report outlines that for every and for many individuals to change their behaviour NSW Government has to consider what is in “We want to feel valued, be supported $1 million invested in public worker to reduce serious injuries and fatalities on our roads. wages two additional private sector jobs the best interests of the eight million people and be given our fair incentive to keep ARSF founder and CEO Russell White warned there living across the state. going above and beyond.” are created. The same amount invested is never an excuse to be taking risks on or around The Treasurer has met with unions and A disallowance motion brought by in construction would only create one workers impacted by this decision to hear Labor in the Legislative Council headed additional job. the roads. their views and to explain why he believes off the attempt to introduce measures that The Australia Institute’s report also “The stark reality is that every time you make a a public sector pay-pause is needed for would have stopped a scheduled 2.5 per warned that cutting workers’ wages to dangerous decision behind the wheel, you are put- 12 months. cent pay rise. fund infrastructure might accelerate job ting the lives of every motorist, passenger, cyclist He has also consulted those who have However, when questioned in the Legis- losses across the private sector in retail, and pedestrian around you at risk,” Mr White said. lost their jobs and are worried about their lative Council, the Government refused to hospitality and tourism. Fatality Free Friday was a timely reminder of the importance of road safety. With travel restrictions easing in NSW on Monday June 1, many motorists Doors swing open at watering holes used the long weekend as an opportunity to travel from front page sanitise their hands.” Barellan’s Commercial Hotel and the for the first time since the coronavirus lockdown. “We are lucky we have no major debt Bistro bookings can be made to Tania Royal Hotel at reopened to With more families planning to travel within NSW – there are a few clubs like the Wagga Spencer on 0406 534 496. patrons for sit down meals last week. in the July school holidays, which start in just over Commercial club not opening,” he said. The Barellan and District War Memorial At Lockhart, the Ex-Servicemen’s Club three weeks, it is a good time to remind road users The Narrandera Bowling Club reopened Club has delayed its opening until Friday, re-opened to a maximum of 100 patrons, about their role in keeping everyone safe. its doors last week to a thankful audience June 12 due to the logistics of restocking who are required to be dispersed through If you’re heading out on a road trip remember: the club at four square metres per person. with bowlers taking to the greens however in a short time frame. • Always follow road rules and don’t drive above there is no rm date for competition bowls The club is aiming to have a new Morundah publican David Fahey has the speed limit as yet. chef preparing Chinese cuisine for the chosen not to open. Director Vicki Maher said the greens reopening. “Nothing has really changed, you can’t • Get plenty of rest before your drive, plan were restricted to 10 players for roll-ups only. The Murrumbidgee Hotel opened its stand at the bar and have a beer – at four regular breaks along the way and swap drivers if “The response has been good – a lot of doors on June 1 with the dining room square metres we can only have 23 in our you’re feeling tired members are happy to be here enjoying open for lunch and dinner. dining room,” Mr Fahey said. • Keep your hands off your phone at all times their companionship again and happy The four square metre rule per person “I still think it’s too soon – I’ll wait to the • Look out for bicycle riders and motorcyclists to be adhering to social distancing rules applies, and patrons must record their end of the second wave. • Make sure everyone is wearing a seatbelt and placed on clubs and pubs,” she said. names and contact number at the door upon “The state government is saying travel children are safely secured in their car seats “The Three Greens Bistro is open daily entry. where you like but stay away from people. before you head off for bookings at 10 people per table and Group bookings are restricted to a “We have a duty of care to our staff, You can still take the pledge for road safety by there is full table service. maximum of 10 people, sanitiser stations ourselves and customers so I’d rather visiting www.arsf.com.au where you can also view “Entry is by the main door only and are set up around the hotel and additional tough it out for a couple more weeks and people are asked to sign in and sign out, and cleaning procedures enforced. see what happens.” the digital mosaic artwork created for Fatality Free Friday. New festival goes ahead THE Nurrungdera Earth Fest Creative “That said, the effect of the Economy Project has won a grant long dry spell is and will be felt for Do you want of $136, 675 to stage a three-day earth many months if not years to come. solar but festival for the whole community in the “These projects will go a long Narrandera region. way towards building con dence and The rent or live The total cost of the project is creating jobs and local procurement estimated to be $273,350 and the grant in areas that need it most. Autumn in a flat? was announced under Round 4 of “Regional Australia has withstood Bargain the Building Better Regions Fund. one of the most devastating bush re Deputy Prime Minister and seasons, floods and now a global Minister for Infrastructure, Transport pandemic – to say they’ve been and Regional Development Michael hit hard in recent times, is an under- McCormack said this funding injection statement. Join this community-owned comes at a critical time for drought- “Their strength and spirit will lead affected communities. Australia’s recovery through grass- solar project! “Many regional Australians are roots projects – creating jobs, boost- experiencing the worst drought in ing local economies and growing Roadshow Webinars starting 14th June: living memory – some dealing with confidence in regional communities this stress for more than a decade,” as a great place to live, work and Narrandera, Leeton, Wagga, Junee & Griffith Mr McCormack said. invest.” “Recent rainfall in many regional Minister for Drought David www.haystacks.solargarden.org.au Australian Road Safety Foundation (ARSF) areas has resulted in the best start Littleproud said it was important now ambassador and motor racing champion Craig to a winter cropping season in a long more than ever for the Australian Lowndes and ARSF founder and CEO Russell time and the forecasts are for above Government to continue backing White sign the Road Safety Pledge on Fatality average rainfall. drought-affected regions. Free Friday. 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Authorised by the Australian Government, Canberra 4 — Wednesday, June 10, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus Fresh opportunities in Lee’s career change SANDIGO resident Lee Long- mire has taken a career pivot and launched her new business The Organiser & More. Ms Longmire was known locally working at the AEC of ce in Narrandera for 19 years until it was relocated. After the Narrandera office closed, she decided to embark on a refresh of her formal quali cations and completed a Certificate IV in Business Administration via The 1.5 megawatt Haystacks Solar Garden will generate enough power for flexible learning at TAFE NSW 450 households. Photo: Kim Woods. Wagga Wagga Campus, and then completed a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment with an eye to commence a career Solar opportunity in Vocational Training and Education. Her hard work in completing two Certificate IV courses in a for householders 12-month period was one of the A PUBLIC information webinar on is anticipated to be constructed and reasons she was awarded 2019 Australia’s rst large-scale Solar Garden commissioned by December. Student of the Year for the TAFE proposed for Grong Grong will be held It is envisioned power operation NSW Wagga Wagga Campus. on June 14-15 at Narrandera. will begin by March 2021 and the plant “Unfortunately, the COVID-19 The Haystacks Solar Garden allows will generate enough power for 450 pandemic put a hold on my hundreds of people locked out of homes. being able to teach Business rooftop solar to access the bene ts of Community Power Agency commu- Administration so far in 2020,” solar. nity engagement leader Kristy Walters Ms Longmire said. The 1.5 megawatt community garden said interest had been garnered from “So, I looked to other ways Lee Longmire is branching out to start a new administrative and is to be built on a property at Grong the Grong Grong Progress Association, to utilise my skills and decided social media services. Photo contributed. Grong and will enable people without Narrandera Landcare, Narrandera to launch my own business”. a sunny roof access to the many bene ts Community and Friends, Junee Commu- Ms Longmire saw there was in Narrandera, instead of them to offer additional services to of rooftop solar – through purchasing nity Power Group and Climate Rescue a gap locally for providing having to go out of town for help,” locals to help them organise a plot in the solar garden. of Wagga. administrative support and social Ms Longmire said. spaces – either at home or in their Grown out of a desire to make People can become of the Hay- media management services to “Many people find complet- businesses. renewables accessible for everyone stack’s Solar Garden co-operative and local businesses, and also for ing administrative tasks dif cult “There are no professional and enabling communities more purchase a plot to become solar people to access help with or overwhelming. Some local organisers working in the control over their energy future, the gardeners. These plots generate elec- personal admin tasks such as businesses want to engage their Narrandera and wider area, so Haystacks Solar Garden is intended tricity which is sold to an electricity resume building and application customers on social media, but I am keen to add this service to to demonstrate that community owned retailer who then provides a credit writing. aren’t con dent in posting content. make it easily accessible to and small-scale solar farms are via- on the member’s electricity bill. She is a keen “organiser of “Hiring a person to assist locals to get their homes or ble, replicable and provide multiple The roadshow webinars will be held things” with many people turn- with these tasks can get them of ce spaces organised”. economic and community bene ts. for Narrandera residents at 4pm-5pm ing to her when they have tasks, completed efficiently and to Ms Longmire has launched Haystacks is a joint effort between on Sunday, June 14, 10am-11am on events or other activities that a high standard, especially if her website www.theorganiser- Pingala, Community Power Agency and Monday, June 15, for Leeton residents need to be organised and run. the person’s skill set doesn’t andmore.com.au with information Komo Energy. on June 15 at 7.30pm-8.30pm. “I wanted to be able to offer naturally lie in those areas. regarding the services she offers, A development application is due It will also cater for Junee, Wagga administrative and social media “Additionally, I’m about to and is also on facebook.com/ to be lodged with the Narrandera and Grif th residents. To register visit services to assist businesses, complete training in Professional theorganiser&more and instagram Shire, while the proposed solar garden haystacks.solargarden.org.au community groups and locals Organising, so will soon be able @theorganiserandmore

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Narrandera Argus www.narranderaargus.com.au Wednesday, June 10, 2020 — 5 Bowing out with flair Clontarf IT WAS the end of an era last week for Country Flair women’s fashion store owners Ann and Ian Black, calling it a day after nearly 40 years in business. foundation The couple sold Country Flair to another Narrandera on the ground in our community local Angela O’Mahoney. It was an emotional time for Ann, who had worked six and often seven days a week in the shop, except for family holidays and buying trips, but she and her husband are now looking forward to travel and A first hand look spending more time with their daughter Rachael NARRANDERA Senior Clontarf Community Liaison Of cer) for the and son Adam and their families. students made the trip over to local area. He spoke about employ- While it has always been Ann’s “baby” it was Grif th to get a tour of the Grif th ment opportunities with the students. actually her husband Ian who prompted her to buy the Police Station. Another local police officer business in Narrandera in the rst instance. First off, they visited the Highway Constable Jason Pietroboni, who is The Suzanne Grae franchise store was on the Patrol unit where the students sat the Youth Case Manager for the PCYC market and on April 13, 1981 Ann and Ian became down and listened to some of the in Grif th, visits Narrandera on the the proud owners of that fashion business at stories the police have encountered odd occasion. 132 East Street. during their time. Jason has trained with the Clontarf Having had no experience with running a business, They also got to visit and look students at Narrandera High and has that day was the start of this local success story. through some of the cars that are also Delivered RRTs (rapid relief The Suzanne Grae stores were bought out by the used around the highway. It was good team) family food boxes to some of Sussan stores in the late ’80s, when the franchise stores to see the Clontarf students interact our local families. were asked to make some big changes. with the police on a different level. Jason will continue to build the After seven years of trading, the chain store manager The group also visited the nger relationships with our Clontarf stu- gave Ann the option of closing her doors or to travel printing area and was shown and told dents and their families. to Sydney to buy and choose her own products from what happens to the criminals that Police Of cer Senior Constable manufacturers. This is when the store was re-named are arrested. Alex Davies who is the School Liaison Country Flair. They got to visit the local cells Of cer Youth Command with Consta- Ann and Ian purchased the building in 2000 and which was a highlight. The stu- ble Jason Pietroboni visited the boys later added on a bullnose verandah on the front of dents also had Anthony Edwards for a game of pool and table tennis. the shop, painted it throughout, installed new oor (aka Uncle Peck) touring with them. – Neville Bamblett, coverings and undertook a new timber t-out. Uncle Peck is the ACLO (Aboriginal Clontarf Academy Narrandera Ann’s drive and enthusiasm plus ability to follow the market and source products to meet customers’ needs ensured success. “Whatever the customer wants I have done my best to source it,” she said. Ann has had to adapt to many changes over the years, including the introduction of GST in 2000 Ann Black is easing into retirement after nearly and the rise of internet shopping, and more recently 40 years in the retail clothing trade in Narrandera. COVID restrictions which saw her initially forced to Photo: Kim Woods. close her doors. The invention of Steph was part of Ann’s determi- Not to be defeated, she adapted to the necessary nation to push through thick and thin with the busi- changes before eventually opening the doors to the ness, continuing great customer service and knowing business again as soon as restrictions allowed. the products being sold as well as being helpful to Until then she continued to operate the business everyone that walked through the door. from home then part-time at the store before resuming The biggest joy of Ann’s career over the past normal opening times recently. 39 years has been the connections she has made with During this period the entrepreneur created the customers and suppliers throughout the region and new face of Country Flair, Stephanie, the much-loved interstate. mannequin people saw wearing out ts from Country Ann travelled as far as Coleambally, Hillston, Flair on Facebook. , and other centres in Steph was a social media hit and appeared in many addition to Narrandera showing new season’s fashions locations around Ann and Ian’s Pine Hill home and at parades, often in aid of good causes. property wearing clothing from the store. “I’ve had some wonderful staff and made some She was a hit with Facebook followers from near equally wonderful friends and I look forward to Anthony Edwards, aka Uncle Peck, the Aboriginal Community Liaison and far, with many commenting on how much they continuing these friendships in retirement,” she said. Officer joined the Clontarf students in touring the Griffith Police loved seeing Steph and following her exploits Ann had always hoped that she and Ian would Station. Photos contributed. throughout the restrictions. find another local person who had the passion Steph became part of the Country Flair journey and dedication to keep the successful business through COVID restrictions and her admirers couldn’t operating in Narrandera and they are con dent they wait to see her next adventure. have found that person in the new owner.

Constable Jason Pietroboni battles it out on the table tennis table (above) and assists in the delivery of RRT’s family food boxes to local families in need (below).

Residents are asked to rake and pile their leaves into street gutters for collection. Photo: Kim Woods. Pile leaves for collection THE leaf collection truck has 2. Only include leaves in the piles. rocks, bricks, pieces of timber, etc begun nice and early this autumn, 3. Do not rake and pile leaves will not be collected. with the seasonal turn in April around the base of trees as The leaf collection truck will allowing leaves to gradually drop this can injure the trees. conduct collections in speci c areas for collection. 4. Finally, please do not burn daily, following the same sections Residents are asked to rake and leaves. as the street sweeper. pile their leaves, placing them out To ensure all areas are covered A Council spokesperson said for collection to occur successfully weekly Council will not deviate and ef ciently. other materials, such as tree limbs, from the map. Council reminds residents to rocks and cans, can damage the This is subject to any variation please follow these steps: machine, delaying the collection that may be required due to mechan- 1. Rake leaves into small piles process, and may cause injury to ical failure, unacceptable weather in street gutters or easily the operator. conditions or inability to collect all accessible piles. Piles containing prunings, leaves in that area on those days. 6 — Wednesday, June 10, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus June 10 – 16

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SATURDAY JUNE 13 SATURDAY Taking The Next Step 7:00 Deadly 60 And Holly’s Little Kingdom 6:55 6:00 ABC News Weekend 6:15 (’70) Stars: Julie Andrews 7:30 (PG) 7:40 Stargate SG-1 (M) 8:30 (PG) 7:30 The Zoo 7:50 Horrible Histories Andy’s Wild Adventures 7:30 Spicks And Planet America’s Fireside Chat 7:00 ABC Movie: “Allied” (M) (’16) Stars: Brad Pitt 9:55 (M) 9:20 Colony (MA15+) (PG) 8:20 Danger Mouse 9:10 Teenage Specks (PG) 8:00 Would I Lie To You? (PG) News 7:30 Back Roads 8:00 ABC News Movie: “Navy Seals” (M) (’90) Stars: Charlie 11:05 Movie: “Top Knot Detective” (MA15+) Mutant Ninja Turtles (PG) 9:35 Massive 8:30 Live At The Apollo (M) 9:15 QI (M) 10:20 Weekend 8:10 Four Corners 9:00 ABC News Sheen 12:10 Movie: “The Blob” (M) (’88) (’17) Stars: Oscar Harris (In English/ Monster Mayhem: Doom-Mate (PG) Would I Lie To You? (PG) Weekend 9:30 Foreign Correspondent Stars: Steve McQueen Japanese) 12:45 Movie: “The Machinist” (M)

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SUNDAY JUNE 14 SUNDAY 6:00 All Hail King Julien (PG) 6:30 5:55 Floogals 6:25 Ben And Holly’s 5:00 ABC News 5:30 Foreign 5:00 Movie: “The Horse 4:55 Yokayi Footy 5:30 Travel Man Taking The Next Step 7:00 The Little Kingdom 6:55 Andy’s Wild Correspondent 6:00 ABC News Soldiers” (G) (’59) Stars: John 6:50 Abandoned (PG) 7:40 Hunting Wonderful World Of Puppies 7:40 Shaun The Adventures 7:30 Spicks And Specks (PG) Weekend 6:30 The Breakfast Couch 7:00 Wayne 7:30 Death In Paradise (M) 8:30 The Hitler (PG) 8:30 Filthy Rich And Homeless Sheep 8:00 The Adventures Of Puss In 8:00 Would I Lie To You? (M) 8:30 Whose ABC News Weekend 8:02 Insiders 9:00 ABC Brokenwood Mysteries (M) 10:30 Fresh Eggs (M) 11:35 Intervention (MA15+) (In French) Boots 8:35 Atomic Puppet 9:15 Teenage Line Is It Anyway? (M) 9:15 Live At The News Weekend 9:30 Back Roads 10:00 ABC (MA15+) 11:30 The Rockford Files (PG) 1:25 Countdown To Zero (MA15+) 2:20 Mutant Ninja Turtles (PG) Apollo (M) 10:00 The Weekly (M) News 10:25 Australian Story 12:30 My Favourite Martian France 24 News In English From Paris

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Photo contributed. due to local ecosystems’ dependence THE reliability of General Security entitlements around the corner, requiring more water to be on it. in the Murrumbidgee valley will be permanently locked away in drought reserves even in average For the desktop audit NRAR of - reduced if the NSW Legislative Council drought of and wet years. cers compared the extraction limit on record motion is implemented. “Furthermore, as most inows occur in late each licence with water take from Ricegrowers’ Association of Australia president winter to early spring, the update to the inow the bore, as recorded by WaterNSW. Rob Massina said the grower body was opposed modelling would have the greatest impact on these NRAR audited 218 of the 417 water to any action needlessly eroding the capacity to grow months, meaning allocations will be made later access licences on the Lower Murrum- food and bre. in the season, too late for planting rice and other bidgee Groundwater Source, nding nine “This would be a massive blow to our general summer crops.” per cent may be over their extraction NRAR audited 218 of the 417 security irrigators who are already dealing with Mr Massina said the motion would see less water limit. water access licences on the the impacts of multiple policy changes eroding their made available for general security irrigators, and The aim of the audit was to identify Lower Murrumbidgee Groundwater water,” Mr Massina said. a further reduction to water use across the system, the level of compliance with the rules Source, finding nine per cent may related to extraction limits on licences. The motion seeks to update modelling to take contributing to the underusage problem identi- be over their extraction limit. Photo These rules ensure the fair sharing into account more recent droughts, ostensibly to ed by SunRice and the RGA in the RMCG report contributed. protect town water supplies. In the NSW Murray commissioned last year, undermining of the reliability of a limited water resource and ensure and Murrumbidgee valleys, this means factoring in of property rights. the bores do not negatively affect assessed.” the worst years of the Millennium Drought. The motion was proposed by independent other water users, water sources or NRAR officers will adhere to However, multiple Drought Reserve Accounts NSW MP, Justin Field, and supported by the NSW dependent ecosystems. all NSW Health COVID-19 recom- were already established in the NSW Murray and Labor Opposition, One Nation, the Shooters, Letters are being sent out, notifying mendations during the site visits, to Murrumbidgee valleys following the Millennium Fishers and Farmers, the Animal Justice Party and those audited of the results – whether ensure the safety of landholders, Drought precisely to protect town water. NSW the Greens. they have a green tick or a red ag. the community and themselves. Government management plans developed since “These politicians have either chosen to ignore Those whose bores appeared NRAR’s investigators and com- further mitigate the risk. the risk to regional economies, or are otherwise non-compliant will be visited by NRAR pliance officers travel all over the “So, all the motion does is reduce the volume seeking a political , at the expense of our general of cers for further assessment. state’s 58 water sharing plan areas, of water available on paper to allocate for growing security allocation and irrigators,” Mr Massina said. Director of Regional Water Regu- inspecting properties and assessing food and bre, without making any difference to “Thankfully the NSW Minister for Water is not lation (West-Murray Darling) Graeme compliance with water users’ licences security of supply for towns,” Mr Massina said. required to act on this motion per se, and the RGA White said the work was risk-based, and the Water Management Act 2000. “The motion will inevitably lead to less water has written to the Minister to make it clear that meaning it focused on bores with the To see the work NRAR does, go for general security allocation because the model our growers, industry and communities cannot most potential for harm. to its public register on the NRAR will assume another Millennium Drought is always support these proposed changes.” “In real terms this means the larger website industry.nsw.gov.au/nrar. operators were audited – those with Go to ‘Reports and data’, then ‘NRAR bores 200mm and above – and those Public Register’. with the largest share allocation,” To make a con dential report on Tariff has little effect Mr White said. suspected water misuse, contact the “However a random sample of those NRAR Hotline on 1800 633 362 or ALTHOUGH facing poor commod- prices this mightn’t be a viable markets such as India to compen- email [email protected]. ity prices, it appears local growers option. sate for the loss of the Chinese with a zero share allocation was also will not be sacri cing the quality “We are still aiming for maxi- barley trade. and yield of their crops in order to mum yields and will see how the Experienced Lockhart grain Your say: Letters to the Editor improve the bottom line. season plays out.” grower Geoff Lane predicts the Nutrient Ag Solutions agron- Voyager Craft Malt co-owner Chinese tariff is linked to the omist David Sergeant portrayed Stuart Whytcross doesn’t expect and US free trade agreement. an optimistic view to the Chinese the barley tariff to immediately “The tariff is most likely less A pat on the head and barely tariff. impact the business. to do with Australia’s trade part- “There are a few people disap- Voyager Craft Malt produces nership with China and more of pointed with the tariff, however artisanal malt products from a result of China buying more crumbs for peasants harvest is still a long way off,” he locally grown barley in the Riverina. from the US in alignment with EDITOR; Trust. It is the number one arrangements. said. Voyager Craft Malt are part- the free trade agreement,” Mr Lane value that enables society to function; The NSW Department is now setting Minimising inputs in barley nered with the Whitton Malthouse, said. without it there is unrest, uncertainty, aside twice as much as previous years crops may seem an attractive a restaurant, venue, accommo- He is also optimistic the loss of suspicion and hopelessness. for high priority needs, again impacting option for growers facing low dation and cellar door facility the Chinese market will be com- Food producers across southern on General Security holders who have commodity prices due to the specialising in malt products and pensated for by other international NSW have had no option other than to to wait until every other bucket is Chinese barley tariff. is due to open later in the year. traders. trust water managers - including those satis ed, even though this is an ever However, despite the fall in “We buy our barley direct “Although China is an import- who make allocations and decisions moving target. barley prices, Mr Sergeant does from the grower giving us and ant trade partner, there are more about their property right – to treat A three percent allocation, as not intend to adapt recommenda- our growers an advantage,” players in the market,” Mr Lane said. them fairly. announced on May 15, is nothing more tions to his growers in order to Mr Whytcross said. Having experienced a similar There are of course a long and com- than a pat on the head, a crumb for minimise input costs. “Going forward there may situation in the 1990s with plicated set of rules those managing the peasants in an attempt to prevent “Our most limiting factor in be challenges in sourcing barley and Australian wheat, Mr Lane our most precious asset are able to a revolt. To make matters worse, for crop production out here is in years to come. If global barley predicts the Australian barley hide behind if they want to make those receiving the allocation it is not moisture and the early rains have prices remain low, farmers will market to improve. excuses that no water can be found. enough to do anything with – for most given us a good start to the season,” be less inclined to grow the crop.” “Australian grain has a good While the recent rainfall and short it will barely wet the channels. he said. However, Mr Whytcross reputation on the global market ood events do not act as a credit to So, to meet the burden of debt that “Because of the early start to expressed the potential for other and the barley market will improve.” the environmental account, water has built up over the past three years the season, most of the growers coming into dams still needs to be water will be sold on the temporary already had all of their crops set aside. Although it seems bizarre market, thereby given Government sown prior to the tariff coming (and unfair), water which ooded out and their bureaucrats the impression into play.” of Lake Mulwala does not count as that the water isn’t needed. Elders agronomist David environmental ows, even though it is This vicious cycle must be stopped. Coddington shared similar opti- of obvious bene t to the environment. We must look for opportunities so the mistic views, however noted the Once these would have been made trust can be rebuilt, because at this volatility of Australian trade prior available as off allocation water for point it has been totally eroded by a to COVID19. access by food producers, but not political system that prioritises votes, “There were already issues anymore – although it benefits the and an inflexible bureaucracy that regarding Australian grain export environment it is not allocated as refuses to consider people and liveli- to China, independent of COVID-19,” such, meaning there is less available hoods. Mr Coddington said. for production. We need a change of focus, with “Some of my growers are upset, Water is now owing out of Menindee decisions made using quantitative however many have the ability and down the Darling, which is based evidence; decisions that protect to store and sell grain in the future. fantastic to see and a relief for all those those who stand for what this nation “Some growers may opt to on the Lower Darling. However, NSW is about – a fair go for hard working graze barely paddocks, however Barellan growers Shaun Bourchier, and Max Jamieson inspect a contributions to South Australian ows Aussies. because of limited stock numbers crop of barley at Binya. Local barley growers won’t be minimising do not count, as again there is a long – Shelley Scoullar, in Australia and high livestock inputs on crops this year. Photo: Kim Woods. list of rules which dictate water sharing Albury NSW 12 — Wednesday, June 10, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus Regional Roundup accommodation fast tracked YANCO Minister for Education and Early live – back into the classroom, so I am THE fast-tracking of renovations to dormi- Childhood Learning Sarah Mitchell said this thrilled we were able to look at infrastructure tories at Yanco Agricultural High School meant only Year 11 and Year 12 boarders modi cations at Yanco to fast-track their will allow a staged return of students. were able to return to Yanco Agricultural return,” Ms Mitchell said. The move is part of a plan announced High School. YAHS P&C president Angus Whyte has by the NSW Government to get public “Whilst students at Yanco have still been lobbied for an increased investment in the boarding school students back into their able to learn remotely, the NSW Government buildings at Yanco. dormitory facilities after weeks of learning understands how critical it is to get them “There has been no building construction from home. back in the classroom and back to a sense in the last 27 years,” Mr Whyte said. Until now, boarding schools have been of normality,” Ms Mitchell said. Girls were moved out of old demount- unable to return all of their students to For students at Yanco Agricultural High ables during the summer heatwaves into full-time face-to-face learning due to Austra- School, the fast tracking of pre-planned a permanent section of the boarding house lian Health Protection Principal Committee renovations at some of the boarding facilities with reverse-cycle air-conditioning. (AHPPC) guidelines, which outline that and adjustments to other existing dormitories “Our goal is to simply make sure all students must either be accommodated such as the installation of partition walls students at Yanco are housed in permanent in single rooms or a dormitory occupied at will allow for a staged return for all students. dorms where they have good access to a no more than 25 per cent of its previous “I know how important it is to get all lockable locker, desk, comfortable bed and capacity. of our country kids – no matter where they reverse cycle air conditioning,” Mr Whyte said. Bidgee shire update Clubs benefit MURRUMBIDGEE time for a duration of 15 minutes. MURRUMBIDGEE Shire Council’s Additionally, patrons must be over 16 of ces and the Jerilderie Library were years of age and you must be a member from grants reopened on June 1. of the library. The completed Milbrulong Water Tower mural. Council’s of ces have reopened to “A key support service we operated MURRUMBIDGEE Photo contributed. the public next week from 9am to 12pm during the pandemic was the home JUNIOR rugby league, racing and Landcare are among and 2pm to 4pm on weekdays. delivery service for library borrowers. recipients of the 2020 Community Grants program in “We have strict physical distancing “Our librarians, Rhonda and Catie, the Murrumbidgee Shire. Water tower art rules in place and ask everyone to pay are happy to continue this service if Murrumbidgee Council Mayor Ruth McRae said close attention to these,” Mayor Ruth anyone is unable to get to the library or council recognised the tremendous contribution McRae said. would rather not venture out. community groups make. depicts parrots “Additionally, for the safety of “It’s also great news that councillors “We are so fortunate to have so many passionate LOCKHART everyone, our staff will be under- will now be able to meet in person and enthusiastic people in our community that THE completion of the Milbrulong Water Tower taking extensive cleaning of the facilities again at the Council meetings. dedicate so much of their time to making our area such mural pays homage to the village name and the throughout the day.” “Unfortunately, we are still unable a wonderful place to live,” she said. Wiradjuri heritage. Cr McRae said while people are to open the public gallery due to Coleambally/Darlington Point Junior Rugby League Milbrulong is the Wiradjuri word for rosella able to drop in for banking and other COVID-19 restrictions. However, the has received $1941 for training safety equipment and the mural features a bright and colourful administrative reasons, it’s recommend- public will be able to watch the meetings and Coleambally Pre-School Association $900 for an depiction of the bush parrots. ed to call in advance if you are wishing online as we will continue to livestream outdoor kitchen. The project was funded by Riverina Water, the to see professional staff as some are them on the Murrumbidgee Council At Darlington Point, Landcare received $2000 owners of the Water Tower. still working offsite or from home in Facebook page. for replanting of trees and the Public School P&C Lockhart Shire Council general manager Peter line with COVID-19 recommendations. “The next meeting will be an Extra- Association also received $2000 for a breakfast club. Veneris said the project aimed to create a vibrant Cr McRae said some key rules have ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday, At Jerilderie, the APEX Club and race club received community area through art, nature and heritage. been implemented to ensure the safety June 10 in Jerilderie to consider the $2000 each towards solar lighting at the racecourse, “It was a pleasure to collaborate with Riverina of staff and library patrons. draft 2020-2024 Operational Plan and and the Pre-School kindergarten was granted $2000 Water, without their support the project would “The number of patrons inside the Delivery Program, which includes the for a smart board. not have been possible,” Mr Veneris said. library is limited to ve people at a budget.” St Joseph’s Primary School Social and Fundraising The mural is a collaboration between Milbrulong committee, Jerilderie, received $1300 for a compost Hall Committee, Milbrulong community, Lockhart area and oiling cubbies. Shire Council, Riverina Water and Eastern Riverina Hospital works on track Cypress View Lodge was granted $2000 for an Land Care Group. GRIFFITH • an expansion to the Medical Ser- internet server and the Country Education Foundation The mural is a part of a wider project pro- AN IMPORTANT milestone in the vices Building to incorporate additional of Coleambally-Darlington Point $1859 in education posed to link the mural with a small park area, a early works phase of the $250 million support areas and storage in the Critical grants. rosella walk with nesting boxes, picnic tables and Grif th Base Hospital Redevelopment Care Unit and Perioperative areas The recipients of the Coleambally Solar Farm heritage panels. was marked when the new Ambulatory • expansions to improve functionality Community Fund will be announced in the coming The mural has already promoted the region Care Hub opens its doors to the public. of the Medical and Surgical oors in the weeks. through the Lockhart Shire Council’s Facebook MLHD Chief Executive Jill Ludford Inpatient Unit to the south of the build- Cr McRae congratulated all of the groups and page. said the Ambulatory Care Hub will ing, including an inpatient rehabilitation said she looks forward to seeing these projects come “The promotional bene ts of the project are provide additional oncology services, gymnasium. to life in our community. already obvious with the Shire’s community expanded outpatient specialist clini- The new Ambulatory Care Hub is “Nominations for the Centre for Volunteering Facebook page receiving over 60,000 hits over the past week whilst the mural was being painted,” cal spaces, rehabilitation gymnasium, located off Noorebar Avenue, and car 2020 Volunteer of the Year Awards are now open and Mr Veneris said. allied health and Hospital in the Home. parking is available in front of the I urge people to consider nominating a worthy person The mural was created by the artists Scott Nagy Other works completed this month building. in our community to recognise and honour their and Janne Birkner, who also painted the Lockhart as part of the Grif th Base Hospital The new Grif th Base Hospital is amazing contribution,” she said. Water Tower mural completed in 2018. Redevelopment include: forecast to be completed by 2024. Nominations close Friday, July 3 at 5pm. “The artists said they were pleased to be back in Lockhart Shire for another mural project and really appreciated the hospitality shown to them Report reveals regionl crime wave by Milbrulong residents,” Mr Veneris said. NARRANDERA Shire has recorded When it comes to recorded crim- intendent Craig Ireland and Inspec- capability. Federal Governments have together the highest rise in violent offences inal incidents for major offences tor Justin Cornes to discuss Police “The community can rest assured invested more than $21 million in in the state over the past 60 months over the past two years, Narrandera operations in Narrandera and Leeton that we have a record number of frontline domestic violence services to March 2020 of 20.2 per cent. Shire has had a 423 per cent rise in last month. police on the beat conducting and other supports so that when There has been a 192.7 per cent break and enter homes and a 468 per Mayor Kschenka told council- increased Apprehended Domestic a victim is ready to report abuse, rise over the last two years in property cent rise in theft from motor vehicles. lors the meeting heard all current Violence Order (ADVO) checks as they can be con dent that help is offences in the shire. In the 12 months to March, 2020, offenders in Narrandera had been part of our commitment to protecting available.” In contrast, Leeton has recorded the shire recorded 37 domestic arrested. the most vulnerable. Three categories showed an a rise of 5.3 per cent and the violence assaults, ve sexual assault, “There was some concern at “In this first quarter of 2020, increase: the number of recorded Murrumbidgee Shire of 14.6 per cent eight indecent assault, 136 break the meeting on people not social police conducted an additional 3,684 domestic assaults (up 4.1 per cent), Of the NSW regions identi ed and enter homes, 22 break and distancing but generally it was checks compared to the previous the number of sexual assaults as trending upwards for violent enter non-dwelling, 26 motor a pretty good outcome,” he said. year.” (7.9 per cent), and the number of crime, the Riverina rated the highest vehicle thefts, 125 thefts from Minister for Police and Emergen- Attorney General and Minister incidents of robbery with a weapon with an increase of 6.3 per cent. motor vehicles, 29 thefts from cy Services David Elliott said the for the Prevention of Domestic not a rearm (up 10.5 per cent). The region also recorded the third retail stores, 32 thefts from homes, report showed 13 out of the 17 major Violence Mark Speakman said the Steal from person trended down, highest increase in property offences, 18 fraud offences and 72 malicious crime categories remained stable spike in reported domestic violence showing a 10.4 per cent decrease. including break and enter and motor damage. over the 24 months to March 2020. assault and sexual assault was The 13 major crime categories vehicle theft, of 5.8 per cent behind The statistics have been released “NSW Police officers dedicate concerning, but could also reect that remained stable are murder, non- the Murray region with an increase in the latest quarterly report by their lives to the safety and protec- increased proactive policing and domestic violence related assault; of 13.5 per cent. the Bureau of Crime Statistics and tion of the community and I thank the willingness of victims to report indecent assault, act of indecency It is the highest region for domestic Research showing the majority of them for their tireless efforts to abuse. and other sexual offences; robbery violence at 16.3 per cent, the second crime categories have remained keep crime rates low,” Mr Elliott said. “Police are on the front foot with a firearm; robbery without highest for stealing from motor stable. “We are delivering 1500 new targeting high risk domestic violence a weapon; break and enter dwell- vehicles at 15.7 per cent, the highest Narrandera Shire Council mayor police – the biggest single in- offenders more than ever to ensure ing; break and enter non-dwelling; for stealing from retail stores at Neville Kschenka, general manager crease for the NSW Police Force in offenders are held accountable and motor vehicle theft; steal from 29.1 per cent and the second highest George Cowan, Leeton Shire Mayor more than 30 years – as part of a victims are kept safe,” Mr Speakman motor-vehicle; steal from retail for stealing from homes at 18.7 per Paul Maytom and general manager record investment to bolster police said. store; steal from dwelling; fraud; cent. Jackie Kruger, met with Super- numbers and increase crime ghting “At the same time, the NSW and and malicious damage to property. Narrandera Argus www.narranderaargus.com.au Wednesday, June 10, 2020 — 13 Sea of hands to mark Sorry Day A SEA of painted hands filled the under the guidance of Aboriginal garden outside Narrandera Public Education Officers Richard Gilbert School in recognition of Sorry Day and Simone Ingram. and Reconciliation Week. A total of 315 hands were planted The sea of paper cut-out Reconcil- on the lawn at the front of the school, iation hands symbolised collectively drawing many favourable comments building relationships in communi- from the community. ties that value Aboriginal and Torres “It was positive – it was about Strait Islander peoples, histories, awareness of Reconciliation Week cultures and futures. and Aboriginal culture,” facilitator Students will also be involved in Mel Davies said. cultural connection afternoons at the “The Sea of Hands is an initiative school. that has been used by lots of other During these lessons, students will organisations. be learning about Aboriginal culture “It was originally planned as an in a fun and interactive hands on activity during home schooling but way, including weaving, damper we phased back into face-to-face, making, cooking Johnny cakes, art and it worked even better as the teachers making artefacts. did a session about Sorry Day. The Sea of Hands involved students “Most of the teachers made Narrandera Public School Aboriginal Education Officers Richard Gilbert and Simone Grant, from kindergarten to Year 6, with the Sea of Hands an activity for principal Derek Noffke and SaCC facilitator Mel Davies are extremely proud of the students creations almost every student painting a hand Sorry Day.” made as part of Sorry Day activities.

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Street Hairstudio reopen; ROAD CLOSURE has announced tennis can be • Some indoor recreational community sports for those aged 6959 9901 played on the club courts again facilities including pools and 18 years and under are ready to Notice is hereby given under the Roads Act 1993 during daylight hours. saunas can also reopen with restrict- return from July 1. Number 33 Section 114 & 115 for the temporary TRESPASS Social distancing and good ed numbers; A decision on a potential return partial closing of the following intersection: hygiene practices need to be • Tattoo and massage parlours date for adult community sport Roads: Corner of Cadell Street and Twynam Street, NOTICES applied at all times. can reopen with up to 10 clients will be made at a later stage. Narrandera. Although the spring show will The four square metre rule must Labor Shadow Minister for Duration: Works begin Tuesday 9 June until Tuesday TRESPASS NOTICE not go ahead, Narrandera Show be applied at all times. Sport Lynda Voltz said the 30 June 2020 pending weather disruption. Society has announced it is hoping Community sport competitions announcement that sport is Persons apprehended to hold a spring horse show on can restart for those aged 18 years coming back for people aged under Reason: Blister Works trespassing upon or Saturday, September 5. and under from July 18 doesn’t go far enough. The public’s cooperation is appreciated. shooting over the land The event will feature a Health Minister Brad Hazzard “Without adult competitions, George Cowan area of Brewarrina Station stockman’s challenge and Royal said COVID-19 safety plans for under 18 sports aren’t nancially General Manager will be prosecuted. Ansett Agricultural Society qualifying each activity or sport are critical to viable for some codes including Brewarrina Holdings hack events. enable this re-start. netball, hockey and soccer. Pty Ltd. Gymnasiums, yoga, indoor “Sport and businesses will need “That’s because adult sports pools and dance studios across to do things a little differently nancially supplement children’s MEMORIAM NSW are set to reopen with the than in pre-COVID-19 times and competitions and provide the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, umpires and competition of cials.” CLARKE PUBLIC FORUM AND Albert John ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Junior footy back on field (Abbey) Live Streaming AFL “Over the next week, AFL NSW/ACT will wrap 4/7/43 – 5/6/2019 THE long awaited first bounce for the official up our Club consultation phase across our 14 Com- The next Public Forum and Ordinary Council meeting (our 53rd wedding junior AFL competition is to be the weekend of munity Football Leagues and nalise many league- will be held on Tuesday 16 June 2020. Due to anniversary) July 17-19 with community sport for those aged over speci c operational decisions, including season length, the COVID-19 pandemic, physical attendance by 18 starting from July 1. xtures, bylaws and nancials. community members is not permitted. Those residents AFL NSW/ACT acting chief executive officer “With a condensed season upon us, we will ensure wishing to speak at the 1.30pm Public Forum on items Tiffany Robertson is excited to be working with Leagues we have strong alignment on our approach and en- listed on the days Agenda only, are able to submit and clubs to begin a 2020 community football and sure key considerations, such as school holidays, are and application to the Council and have their matter NAB AFL Auskick season. factored into our decision-making.” considered. Forms are available at the front counter “This is an exciting milestone for all our junior The announcement provides much-needed cer- or online at Council’s Council Meeting webpage. footy players, made possible by the terri c work of tainty and con dence for junior community football Public Forum known listing on the day includes; everyone in our community to follow the physical and NAB AFL Auskick network to plan and deliver the Executive Director Regional Arts Western Riverina distancing and hygiene protocols associated with a a 2020 community football season with communi- - 2019 Annual Report for Western Riverina Arts. Return to Small Group Training under the revised cations to participants from both the AFL and Clubs Public Health Order, and demonstrates our collec- upcoming. All are welcome to log into Council’s webpage to God looked his garden, watch the proceedings live. The Council Meeting tive commitment to returning to play in a safe and “We do acknowledge additional guidance is needed And found an will commence at 2pm. well managed environment,” Ms Thornton said. as it relates to spectators and use of canteens, and empty place. George Cowan “We will continue to work closely with the NSW we will continue to liaise directly with the NSW He then looked down upon General Manager State Government to provide further clarity regarding Government to seek clarity ahead of the season start the earth, the return of senior competitions as soon as we can. date,” Ms Thornton said. And saw your tired face. RELIGIOUS NOTICES “As we prepare to move towards contact-training He put His arms and competition play, we will work through a staged around you, and planned approach with our many stakeholders. Karate resumes ANGLICAN CHURCH CATHOLIC CHURCH And lifted you to rest, “This will include working with Leagues, Clubs, KARATE St Thomas’, Larmer Street St Mel’s Parish, Narrandera God’s garden must participants, coaches, umpires and all volunteers to KARATE enthusiasts will be pleased to hit the oor Daily prayers Saturday, June 6 be beautiful, ensure we return to competition play in an effective as training is set to kick off at the Bidgee Boxing gym 6pm Vigil Mass 10.30am Friday He always has the best. and safe manner in adherence with the NSW Public 5pm Saturday Sunday, June 7 on June 16. 10am Wednesday 8am Grong Grong He knew that you Heath Order and AFL Return to Play Framework The Narrandera Karate Club has been in recess The church will be open 9.30am Narrandera were suffering, (RTP Framework).” due to COVID-19 restrictions and now has the green for those who wish to pray, 10 people are permitted He knew that you Next week, AFL NSW/ACT will publish Return light to re-start classes. read scripture or sit and to attend Mass and those were in pain, to Contact Training and Competition Play Protocols Sensei Paul Baldwin said classes would be an hour meditate but there will be wishing to do so must write He knew that you in-line with the RTP Framework to inform and educate long and separated by grade. their name on the sheet at no formal worship would never the network well in advance of the 2020 community White to blue belts will be on Tuesday night and Rev Michael Perrott the back of the Church for the following week Get well on earth again. football season. purple belts up will be on Thursday nights. Phone 6959 2089 “Importantly, we need to continue to collaborate Training gets underway from 6pm. •••••••••••••••••• Fr Bradley Rafter He saw the road was with local councils across NSW to con rm venue Baldwin said classes were limited to 10 people CRC CHURCHES IN- Phone 6959 2080 getting rough TERNATIONAL •••••••••••••••••• availability and revised access conditions now that and members were required to give advance notice CRC Plaza Theatre ST JOHN’S And the hills were we have certainty around a season start date for our of their attendance. 10am Sunday LUTHERAN CHURCH hard to climb, junior competitions,” Ms Thornton said. “Saturday’s will be limited to tness work out- Contemporary Family Service Phone Roxy Heckendorf So, He closed your “AFL NSW/ACT is collaborating with other major side, although an extra class could be arranged after An online service via on 6959 3190 weary eyelids tness is nished outside,” he said. •••••••••••••••••• winter-sporting codes, and have agreed to overarch- video link is available And whispered ing season-length principles and dates to ensure a Baldwin said training would continue at the gym Phone 6959 1332 ST JOHN’S UNITING CHURCH “Peace be thine”. smooth handover with summer sports; and limited until the club was given access to the school hall •••••••••••••••••• once again. SEVENTH DAY Cnr Cadell & Douglas St It broke our hearts impacts to future seasons. ADVENTIST CHURCH •••••••••••••••••• to lose you, 34 William Street BAHA’I FAITH But you did not go alone, Pr Adam Tonkin Devotional and For part of us went Schofield takes out Monthly Medal 0413 538 514 information evenings previous games) with a score of on 27 net. For details call 0418 672 789 with you, GOLF The day God called THE cooler weather has not 69 nett, just beating Jeff Kirk The results for Sunday June you home. deterred the number of players on also on 69 nett, on a countback. 7 will appear next week and will Nothing can ever the Narrandera Golf course which Balls went to 75 nett. be interesting owing to the day take away is heartening to see. In the Men’s Wednesday com- being quite foggy and the brave The love a heart Saturday, June 6 was a busy petition on June 3, their Stableford players taking part. was won by Bruce Russell with Monday of the Queen’s Birthday holds dear, day for both the Men and Ladies 34 pts and runner up J Grintell weekend has always been Red Cross Change in Deadlines For fond memories competitions with both their also on 34pts was beaten on a Charity Day but was postponed As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic there has linger every day, Monthly Medals being played. Remembrance keeps countback. Balls went to 32pts. as so many other events have been. been a change in how the Narrandera Argus is to The Ladies event was won In the Ladies event on Wednes- A Stableford Medley was be produced and printed. you near. by Glenda Whitby with a 72 nett With love Jenny, day June 3, the Stableford was won arranged and a donation will still The deadline for advertisements in the Classifieds narrowly defeating Kerry Hopwood, by Karen Grant with 35pts and go to the organisation from Kathy, Justin and Jack, also with a 72 nett, on a countback. and general paper will now be 12noon Friday Tracey, Wayne, runner up was Judy Heckendorf proceeds of entries. The putting winner was Lorna for publication in Wednesday’s edition. Ashlee and Tom, with 34pts. The Club hosted a number We apologise for any inconvenience caused Heidi (dec) and Steve. Metcalf with 27 putts. In the Men’s The eight hole competition of members and families on the and look forward to continue to provide local news event the winner out of the 47 played on Sunday May 31 was reopening of the Friday night and keep the community informed. players, was John Scho eld (show- won by M McLennan on 26 net meals which was pleasing to the Argus – 6959 2222 ing very good consistency over and runner up was Sharon Kiley committee. Narrandera Argus www.narranderaargus.com.au Wednesday, June 10, 2020 — 15 Narrandera Argus [email protected] SPORT JUMPING FOR JOY

Lizards Junior Rugby League members jumping for joy over the prospect of a new grandstand are front, Imogen Hunt, Brooklyn Lyons and Sienna Lyons, and back, Karen Hunt, Lachlan Hunt, Jaida-Lee Lyons, Samuel Hunt, Ruben Bamblett and Shaun Lyons. Photo: Kim Woods. RUGBY LEAGUE for players and spectators from a range of player Shaun Lyons said it was up to Group 20 “It is really important though that we all A MULTITUDE of sporting groups in Narrandera local clubs. to make a decision. remain vigilant and adhere to the COVID-19 are set to bene t from the construction of a “The grandstand will benefit not only “I am quietly con dent the season for the guidelines that have been set so we can all new grandstand at the Henry Mathieson Oval. junior rugby league but also Narrandera Little ProTen Community Cup will get underway enjoy the return of sport for the long-term.” The Lizards Junior Rugby League Club Athletics Club, junior cricket and at times AFL,” in mid to late July,” he said. Trodden said training (in groups of up secured a $14,000 grant under the Community Mrs Hunt said. “If other teams decide they don’t want to 10) can begin as soon as clubs have com- Building Partnership Program, and is planning “At the moment, spectators are forced to to join in then that could be a problem.” plied with the NSWRL’s COVID-19 regulations to have the grandstand built locally in time bring their own chairs or sit on the grass as Meanwhile the NSWRL has confirmed that have been developed in line with the for the next season. there is no seating whatsoever. community football for children in compe- Australian Government’s “Return to Sport” Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke “We are aiming to have the grandstand titions up to and including under 18 comps framework. said the sports and training facilities would be manufactured locally and be of a design which will resume in July. There has been no decision on adults receiving well-earned upgrades so they could is easily moved around the ground.” The NSWRL has been working towards returning to play, which means the senior continue to be enjoyed by the Narrandera Mrs Hunt said the club originally applied a re-start of modi ed and select competitions NSWRL competitions – Harvey Norman Wom- community. for a grant to have a covered grandstand but from July 18 and a return to full contact training en’s Premiership and Ron Massey Cup and “I am so pleased this project has secured missed out. from July 1, based on the advice of government Sydney Shield – along with senior community funding from the Community Building Part- The club has also applied through the and health authorities. football competitions, scheduled to re-start nership program, which is all about developing St George Footy Grants. NSWRL Chief Executive David Trodden 18 July 2020, are still on hold, pending further places and spaces for the whole community,” Mrs Hunt said the club was hopeful the said it was exciting and welcome news advice. Ms Cooke said. junior rugby league season could get underway for more than 80,000 girls and boys from 700 “We remain hopeful that the NSW Govern- “Having fantastic facilities to pursue passions in the region. clubs across the state. ment will also approve a return to play for is so important, a huge congratulations to the “Even if we could have an inter-town “This is a really positive outcome, not only adult teams in the very near future, recog- Club for securing this funding, I can’t wait to competition or a fun day with our kids at for the Rugby League community, but the nising the central role that sport plays in our see the nished product.” least the kids can get out and play a touch broader community and we are grateful the community and the positive impact that Lizards Junior Rugby League secretary or tag game,” she said. NSW Government has given the green light sport can have in recovery from the coronavirus Karen Hunt said the grant would be a boost When it comes to senior footy, Lizards for a return to children’s sport,” Trodden said. pandemic,” Trodden said.

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