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minated address presented to the local volunteers who went to Sudan with the NSW Conngent in 1885. I spent a short me in the library trying to out a li of the museum, but found very li le other than a photo and
First of all, I must apologise to all the keen followers of our weekly compe ons. In all the hubbub of working out our new systems with Annabel away, we failed to place ‘Pinny’ in the paper, which I know must have caused some frustra on. We did get a few visits to the o and phone calls from readers wan ng us to put an end to their search, so again we apologise. I can assure you that Pinny is in this edi on and we will be drawing two winners on Tuesday to make up for last week. A regular reader and someme contributor, Charlie Evere , brought it to our a that the W.E. Agland Memorial War Museum celebrated its 40th anniversary. Some years ago, we had a chat with Charlie, who was one of a group of volunteers that spent some 1700 hours iden fying, photographing and cataloguing each piece in the collec on. He described the museum then as “Orange’s hidden secret”, as so few people seem aware of its existence. There are some surprising items in the collec on, like an 1874 company flag of the Orange Volunteer Rifles and the illu-
By JONATHAN ROE
The backlog of funding required to maintain Central West roads to a safe standard is a staggering $220.5 million, according to NRMA’s annual Council Backlog report.
The comprehensive report into 128 NSW councils found the backlog of funding they require jumped from $2.8 billion last year to $3.4 billion. And the overwhelming majority of the backlog is in regional areas, with the backlog of metropolitan councils es mated to be $633 million compared to $2.8 billion for regional councils.
The NRMA released its findings in the lead up to Na onal Road Safety Week (11-18 May), with NRMA spokesperson Peter Khoury visi ng Orange last Wednesday to launch ‘A Reckoning on Our Roads’, the grassroots road safety campaign.
Mr Khoury said the backlog of funding required by councils across the Central West had remained stubbornly high over the last seven years, which highlighted the need for how and by how much the federal and state governments supported councils in this crucial work.
“The backlog in the Central West is over 220 million dollars. It puts the Central West, regionally, in the top five across New South Wales for the biggest backlog across our state,” Mr Khoury said. “It is absolutely cri cal that we address this issue. That is why the NRMA is here today. We know that regional councils do the heavy-liing when it comes to maintaining local roads. About 80 to 85 per cent of the 180,000-kilometre road network across our state is maintained by councils. So councils are doing all the work; they need funding support from
the federal and state government, and they’re not ge ng enough.”
The Central West has seen an average of almost $52 million in road funding from the Australian and NSW Governments over the last seven years – a more than three-fold shor all in required funding, Mr Khoury said.“Obviously, we know we can’t do that overnight... but when the road toll con nues to climb, it is so important that it becomes a priority for the newly-elected Albanese Government and also for the NSW Government, which next month will hand down its budget,” he said. “We need money coming out into these regional areas and to these regional councils, if for no other reason than the fact that 70 per cent of the deaths on our roads are happening outside Sydney. “If we’re going to stop that, we need to get more money here across the region.”
The report also calls for a full technology-based audit of the state’s road network to enable councils to adopt best-in-its-kind maintenance and repair work to ensure roads are more resilient to extreme weather condi ons.
Mr Khoury said the NRMA is also asking the public to tell them what needs to be done to help make roads safer, by contribu ng to their road safety campaign ‘A Reckoning on Our Roads’.
People can have their say by visi ng www.nrmasaferoads.com.au
“We wanted to put a voice to their frustra on. We wanted to give them the opportunity to be part of the soluon,” he said. “Whether it’s fixing potholes, more police on our roads, the public have shared overwhelmingly what they want to see done. We’re going to share that now with policymakers and with the rest of the state.”
By JONATHAN ROE
Compe ve strongman Nic Rosser will be flying the flag for Australia and the Colour City this weekend as he looks to carry home victory at the World Strength Games in the USA.
Twenty-four-year-old Nic will be compe ng in the under-105 kilo category at the 2025 World Strength Games, which take place in St George, Utah, on May 23-24.
The games a ract the best strength athletes from all around the globe, who compete in five strongman events: a yoke walk, farmer’s carry, log press, deadli , and a stone carry.
“It’s a bit different to other strongman events, where in this one you actually get to pick your weights,” Nic said. “The whole idea of the World Strength Games is to challenge and break world records.”
And Nic is hoping to do just that this weekend in his two favourite events, the yoke walk and farmer’s carry.
“We’re pushing some pre y good weights at the moment, so I’m hoping to go quite well,” he said. “It’ll come down to the day and how well we execute it. But, yeah, I’m hoping to challenge it a bit.”
Nic has been li ing weights and doing gym work since he was 16, but was introduced to the world of strongman events a few years ago by Dave Stelling of the Orange Barbell Club.
“I just wanted to challenge myself and actually do something with the training I was doing, so I was good friends with David, and I caught up with him, he introduced me to strongman and I loved it
Twenty-four-yearold Nic Rosser will be competing at the 2025 World Strength Games in St George, Utah, on May 23-24.
from the day I started!” Nic said.
Nic’s first compe on was at an event called Strength Wars in Sydney in 2023, where even the weather couldn’t stop him ge ng ‘the bug’ for compe on
“It rained the whole day, so it was pre y rough,” Nic said. “But, no, it was a great atmosphere and everyone was really encouraging, so really enjoyable.”
Ahead of these games, Nic has been training up to three hours a day, five days a week, even sourcing his own local equivalent of the 182-kilogram Magnus Stone used in the event.
“The Magnus Stone is actually a natural stone, just shaped like a natural rectangular-ish stone and so we’ve got a replica at home that we went and found. It’s going to be quite a challenge, but I’m
looking forward to giving it a go!” Nic said.
“I also want to thank some of the people who have supported me: Aquali Diving, Pump It Fitness in Orange, Elite Diesel Engineering, Nagel Transport, Worklocker Orange, and obviously, my coach and mentor, David Stelling at Orange Barbell Club.”
Good luck, Nic!
By JONATHAN ROE
NRMA spokesperson Peter Khoury took aim at Orange service sta ons while visi ng the city last week, saying there is simply no reason for petrol prices to be as high as they are.
Mr Khoury said their analysis showed prices for standard unleaded petrol have hovered around $1.80 for the past six months despite the wholesale price falling.
“In the last few weeks, we’ve seen the wholesale price for regular unleaded drop about 25 cents a litre; hasn’t moved in Orange... The average in Orange now is $1.84. which is way too high, the wholesale price is $1.50,” Mr Khoury said. “So while the NRMA is out here today, we are pu ng the oil companies on no ce: drop your prices. Families in Orange are doing it tough, just like all over the rest of the country. The
gap between the retail and the wholesale price in Orange is way too high.”
Visi ng www.fuelcheck.nsw.gov.au on Friday, the cheapest regular unleaded petrol in Orange was $180.9 at EG Ampol Orange North, and the dearest $191.9 at 7-Eleven Orange North (Molong Road), Shell Ready Express Orange, and EG Ampol Orange (corner of Summer and Williams Streets).
But drivers could save significantly by taking a trip to Lucknow, where unleaded was just $164.7, or Bathurst where the cheapest regular unleaded petrol was just $161.5.
“They love a good profit margin, unfortunately, “ Mr Khoury answered when asked why there could be such a great difference between prices in Orange when compared to Bathurst. “And we see that in some towns... Mudgee is one of the most expensive towns across
Ophir Road, Orange Monday to Sunday: 8am–5pm
Unleaded petrol prices across Orange on Friday.
Source: www. fuelcheck. nsw.gov.au
Unleaded petrol could be had for just $161.5 in Bathurst on Friday, while in Orange, the cheapest was $180.9. Source: www. fuelcheck. nsw.gov.au
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“We want to start to see downward pressure on prices and we want people in Orange to reward those handful of servos that are a bit cheaper. Get on the NRMA app, find the cheapest service sta on in Orange, and go fill up there, because if enough of you do that, the average, I promise you, will come down.”
Happy 90th birthday to Millthorpe’s Kevin O’Leary who celebrated the milestone birthday with family and friends at Club Millthorpe. The celebra ons started with a game of bowls, followed by a sausage sizzle, pla ers of canapes and fruit, and a large chocolate cake. Local family and friends joined Kevin for the big occasion along with family who travelled from Sydney and Cairns.
By EMILY THOMPSON
What do you do for a living and what do you love about it?
I am an accredited specialist in family law and I’m a co-owner of the law firm Cheney Suthers Lawyers in Orange and Molong, I have two fabulous business partners Danielle Ford and Kirsty Evans, and one of the things that I absolutely love is helping families resolve their family law disputes in what is known as a very difficult and major life event in the most conciliatory and amicable way that I possibly can.
One of my favourite things about being in business with Kirsty and Danielle is how much fun we have and I really enjoy the marke ng side of the business. I’m the Chief Marke ng O fficer and I’ve had a lot of fun throughout the years trying to test the boundaries of what a law firm should or could be in a marke ng sense.
What fi lls your cup?
Obviously my family. I have three children and they keep me very busy in addi on to running a law firm! I have a beau ful husband and a dog named Maggie.
Where would you go in Orange to fi nd the perfect birthday present?
Dirty Janes is one of my favourites, I love it. And obviously Jumbled, The White Place, Hawkes and Martha’s.
Which person from history would you most like to meet?
I think I’d choose Salvador Dali because he would be so trippy. I’d definitely ask him how did he think about mel ng clocks, because I bet it came to him in one of his surreal dreams.
Who’s your best friend and what do you like to do together?
I have three best friends- Kye, Jane and Sophie. Our favourite thing to do is play 500 together, both remotely and for the last 20 years we play together on ANZAC Day. It’s so much fun.
Where would you go for the perfect birthday dinner?
I love Fiorini’s, Luce a, or even the Union Bank. At Fiorini’s you don’t really get a choice what you order, but at UB I love their anchovy dish and the steak is amazing. Their fries are really good too.
If you were running for Mayor, what would your campaign slogan be?
Let’s have fun!
By JONATHAN ROE
The late Brian Phillips, a long-standing member of Environmentally Concerned Ci zens of Orange (ECCO) and the Lidster Landcare Group, has le a legacy of 1000 trees, shrubs, and grasses to be planted throughout Orange.
Brian, who passed away in October, 2022, was a passionate advocate for the environment. As a former engineer working for the Lithgow Council, he assisted in the town’s transi on away from coal for domes c house hea ng, contribu ng greatly to the improvement of Lithgow’s air quality. Brian cared greatly about the impact of climate change on our planet and how it would affect future genera ons. He saw plan ng trees as something we could all do to mi gate its effects.
A er he moved to Orange, he became ac ve in the Lidster Landcare tree-plan ng program as well as planting many trees on his property ‘Kurrafalls’ at Bowen Park. This included his
prize-winning Olive Grove. Brian, together with another ECCO member, the late Tony Smith, were largely responsible for the Orange City Council establishing Melaleuca Gardens, a nat-
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ural burial sec on in the Orange Cemetery. It was most fi ng that, when Brian passed away, he was buried in Melaleuca Gardens.
President of ECCO Stephen Nugent
said that foremost among Brian’s wishes was to encourage people to plant more trees. “The legacy of 1000 trees that Brian has le to the city will make a significant contribu on to enhancing the tree cover, habitat, and liveability of several parks and open spaces in Orange,” he said.
ECCO, in partnership with Orange City Council, is organising to plant the trees and shrubs throughout Orange to enhance exis ng wildlife corridors and create na ve bird habitats and biodiversity within Orange’s urban areas.
The first 250 plants will be planted on Saturday, May 24, in the Diamond Drive Reserve adjoining the William Maker Drive deten on basin in North Orange, from 9am to 1pm.
ECCO is seeking volunteers to join them in this very worthwhile ac vity. People of all ages are welcome, and are advised to wear appropriate protec ve clothing, including hat, gloves and sunscreen, and bring their own drinking water bo le.
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By JONATHAN ROE
Mayors and general managers from nine of our largest regional ci es met in Orange last Thursday as part of a two-day tour of the Central West.
The delega on – consis ng of local government leaders from Albury, Armidale, Bathurst, Dubbo, Griffi th, Orange, Tamworth, Tweed Heads and Wagga Wagga – spent two days visi ng sites across the Dubbo, Orange and Bathurst to get a deeper insight into the industries, infrastructure and unique a rac ons in the regions.
“This visit is a unique opportunity for local government leaders to learn from one another,” Mayor of Tamworth and Regional Ci es NSW Deputy Chair Cr Russell Webb said.
“Our Regional Ci es face similar challenges, such as job vacancies and skills shortages, economic growth, housing availability and supply, and water security. It is important to learn about the successes and experiences in other municipali es and take those insights back home... and start looking at what we’re doing and can we do things a li le bit be er?” Cr Webb
con nued.
“That’s what it’s all about. It’s about the crea vity of each individual regional city, pu ng them all together, share that knowledge and we collaborate, and that makes us all be er.”
Regional Ci es NSW is an alliance of 15 ci es in total and represents a combined popula on of just over 777,000 people, or 9.4 per cent of the state’s popula on, Cr Webb said.
Working together means they are also be er able to advocate for the needs of their communi es.
“As an individual council, if you go to government, you don’t actually get a lot, but if you go as a group... in our case, 15 councils grouped together in Regional ci es NSW, we can advocate on behalf of regional NSW. We do get some wins and we certainly get some a en on from those in government,” Cr Webb said.
While in Orange, the delega on visited the new Conservatorium and Planetarium currently under construcon in the Civic Northcourt, along with the Brabham Way transport link, and two new housing developments.
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Tucked between the Orange old town hall and the expansive Ex-Services Club in Anson Street, it is easy to overlook the RSL Memorial Hall, but inside is a remarkable collec on of local history largely unknown to the public.
The RSL Hall is home to the W.E. Agland Memorial War Museum. It was officially opened 40 years ago this month on May 9, 1985, by the Governor of NSW, Sir James Rowland.
The museum is home to more than 1500 items, from historic firearms and
40 years ago this month.
uniforms, to trench art and other oddies brought home from foreign wars by Orange’s servicemen and women.
Inside, you’ll find the company of the Orange Volunteer Rifles dated 1874, a German Imperial Flag captured by Sir Neville Howse in New Guinea during WW1, and the saddle and slouch hat of W.E. Agland for whom the museum is named.
He was wounded in the hand whilst ng a Lewis gun, and almost had his feet amputated due to severe trench
A er the war, Agland con nued reserve duty with the 6th Light Horse unl just before WWII. He and his comrades par cipated in the re-enactment of the famous WWI charge on Beersheba, which was filmed in Orange as part of the 40,000 Horsemen film.
Agland worked relessly for the Orange RSL Sub-Branch, dedica ng 73
William Edwin Agland was working as Assistant Town Clerk in Orange when he enlisted in WW1. The 21-year-old private, later General, saw ac on in several ba les, including the second ba le ng
years to the organisa on. He died in Orange in February 1982, aged 86.
The Orange RSL Museum is normally open every Tuesday and Friday mornings, from 9am to 12pm.
The museum is also home to items rela ng to the local volunteers who fought in the Sudan and Boer Wars. At 11am this Sunday, May 25, the City of Orange RSL Sub-branch will hold a service in memory of these men at the Boer War Memorial in Robertson Park. All are invited to a end.
I recently outlined four key budget priorities for the Orange electorate in Parliament:
•Restoring Water Infrastructure: $20 million is needed to repair flood-damaged water and sewerage assets in Lachlan, Cabonne, and Parkes shires.
•Robotic Surgery at Orange Health Service: Introducing robotic-assisted surgery would improve patient care, particularly for cancer treatments.
•New Operating Theatre at Forbes Hospital: A modern theatre is required to meet the growing surgical demand in Forbes.
•Improved Passenger Rail Services: A daily return rail service between Orange and Sydney would enhance connectivity and support regional growth.
I’ll continue to push for these vital improvements for our community.
During my last Parliament sitting week I contributed to the Victims Legislation Amendment (Victims Registers) Bill 2025, which seeks to improve support for victims of serious crimes like homicide. This bill aims to ensure victims'details are shared across government agencies to help them access essential services and support. I strongly support these measures.
However, I also raised concerns regarding the Mental Health Review Tribunal (MHRT) and how it handles victims’ interactions. Many victims of homicide, including families affected by Biddy Porter's tragic case in Orange, have shared challenges with the MHRT’s procedures, such as poor connectivity and a lack of victim participation.
I called for longer intervals between MHRT hearings, better technology, and more inclusive definitions of "victim"to better reflect modern family relationships.
The bill is a positive step forward, but further improvements are needed to ensure victims are treated with the respect and support they deserve. I will continue advocating for these necessary changes.
This week we celebrate NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK 2025 - an annual acknowledgement to promote and show appreciation for our volunteers and volunteering.
Our volunteers are amazing! Volunteers have supported and assisted so many, from emergency service front line responders, to helping our sporting and social clubs, community groups and schools.
Well done and thank you all for your service, selflessness and commitment to community.
You all make our country a better place.
SUNDAY 1ST JUNE & SUNDAY 6TH JULY
FROM 11:300AM - 2:00PM at Cnr
I’ve been with my beau ful husband for 21 years. Our rela onship is lovely, now we no longer have exhaus ng toddlers, and we have reached that level of comfort with each other that’s endearing, reassuring, and deeply disturbing. As such, we know all of each other’s passwords, use whichever phone is closest most of the me, and have no secrets from each other. Except, as anyone in a similarly long-term rela onship will know, that’s not exactly true. You s ll keep secrets.
Most of the things you omit telling your partner about are food-based. There are mes when I send Hubby to work with a packed lunch, and no ce a charge on our bank account for the food truck at his work on the same day. Like, I packed you oven-roasted chickpeas and a tofu s r-fry and you seem to have bought a bacon and egg roll and a vanilla slice? I can’t imagine why, LOL. Or I’ll claim not to be hungry when he serves his mum’s famous beef stroganoff but, in reality, it’s because I knew he was making this, so I got a cheeseburger on
the way home and had eaten it before I’d driven past the 7/11. White lies like this are FINE.
However, we were chilling on our bed the other day and he googled something using my phone. He then said, “Ooh, can I search through your google history?”
I was trapped. I couldn’t say no or he might think I was doing something bad, but the honest truth is that google on my phone exists to make me not look like the idiot I really am, by covering up the shameful gaps in my knowledge. At my last oncologist appointment, she suggested I make an Advanced Care Direc ve to ensure my final wishes are honoured, and I get to die how I want. Mine includes “delete my search history”. She assures me I’m not the only pa ent to have that in there. But the truth came out anyway, as he scrolled through my app of shame.
“What is the wierd (sic) fork-shaped golf club called?”
he turns to look at me, and I explain. “Remember when you were drying your golf clubs and each me you waved one in front of me and asked me which club it was? I had to google them. ALL OF THEM. It’s your passion and I’m not always paying a en on when you tell me about golf but it doesn’t mean I don’t love you and your interests.” He looks a bit like I just slapped him, and I dread the next revela on.
“Jason Momoa shirtless.” I’m not ashamed of this one at all, nor should I be. “You’re the one who invented a work mee ng to get out of taking the kids to the ‘Minecra ’ movie. It’s not my fault my mind wandered.
“Seven mes tables.” Look, Year Five homework is HARD. Luckily, Hubby agrees with me on this, and I feel validated.
“Receive”, “Believe”, “Weird” he turns to look at me and reminds me I’m a professional writer. “Yeah, but the ‘i before e’ rules
make no sense whatsoever,” I has ly explain. Surely, I’m not the only one who struggles with this?
“Should I get a fringe?” He looks at me in horror before saying, “Please tell me it told you not to?” I assure him that it did advise against it, but I le out the fact that I’d searched up whether Jason Momoa’s girlfriend had a fringe...
“Jason Momoa’s girlfriend hair.” He cracks up laughing. “Does SHE have a fringe?” he asks.
Damn him for knowing me so well.
“Vanilla slice recipe” he turns to me quizzically. “Yeah, remember when I said I wasn’t paying $8.50 for the Racine one when I can make it at home, but then we had to eat it out of bowls with soup spoons? Just thought I’d try again.” He clears his throat before saying, “So one of the guys bought one from the food truck at work and it looked amazing. I’ll help you, beau ful.” And that’s how it’s done.
Some secrets are kept for someone else.
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A brother and sister uncover a terrifying ritual at the secluded home of their new foster mother.
PIG changes are coming! Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema as they get ready for their biggest adventure yet: welcoming a new new era of Peppa Pig at this special, big screen experience with an hour of laughter, tears and loads of heartwarming moments.
CHRISTIANITY – ABOUT RELATIONSHIP NOT RELIGION religion. ‘Religions’ are about being good people, rituals, buildings and
The Bible speaks of him as a father and his people as his children. Sin is not primarily about doing the wrong thing, it is about turning our back on God as our Father. The death of Jesus was all about bringing things to do.
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Are you planning an open home to showcase your property to poten al buyers? If so, careful planning is a must. With the help of your real estate agent, follow these ps to ensure your open house is a success and your home is safe. Secure your valuables
Before the open house, make sure belongings like mobile phones, tablets, jewellery, medicaon, personal documents and keys are out of sight and out of reach. This reduces the risk of someone stealing or damaging your valuables. Keep your pets out of the way If you have pets, keep them out of the way during the open house. If you can, drop your pets off at a rela ve or friend’s house so they’re
completely off the property. This prevents distrac ons and allows poten al buyers to focus on your home.
Collaborate with your real estate agent
Before the open house, walk through your home with your real estate agent to ensure nothing has been overlooked. A er the visit, do another inspec on to ensure all the windows are locked and nothing is missing.
Taking these precau ons and working with your real estate agent will increase the chances of a successful open house and present your property in the best possible light.
On your marks, get set, sell!
Dark wood tones like teak, walnut and mahogany have been neglected over the last decade as light wood tones became the norm. However, dark woods are coming back into style. They bring warmth and cosiness into a home, working in both modern and tradi onal interiors. Here are great ways to add dark wood to your home decor.
• Side tables. Consider adding an que-inspired mahogany side tables or a mid-century modern walnut coffee table to your living space. These pieces blend seamlessly with various design styles while introducing the richness of dark wood without overwhelming the room.
• Shelving. If you want to give a room in your home more visual impact, dark oak shelving can be an excellent choice.
Shelves not only offer praccal storage but also serve as striking focal points.
• Chairs and sofas. If you don’t want to go all out with a dark wood dining table and chairs, incorporate furniture pieces with dark wood-toned legs to add a touch of sophisca on and cohesion to your interior.
• Knobs and handles. Even small changes, such as replacing knobs and handles with darker wooden versions, can make a significant impact on your home’s overall look.
Pairing dark wood with rich hues like navy and deep plum creates a luxurious atmosphere. However, a bright pop of red or yellow can also add a bit of cheer to dark wood.
Visit your local hardware store to get everything you need to transform your space.
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Step into effortless style and comfort at this beautifully presented home in a popular West Orange location. This property offers the perfect blend of functionality and flexibility for growing families or investors. The established gardens offer a private retreat - just move in and relax.
Key features:
• 3 bedrooms + optional 4th bedroom / office
• 3 way main bathroom plus ensuite
• Outdoor entertainment area
• Established, low maintenance gardens.
Located in South Orange, this modern home is perfect for families, downsizers or investors.
• Spacious four bedrooms, two stylish bathrooms
• Modern kitchen with open plan living and dining
• Ducted air conditioning
• Rear yard access perfect for additional parking or storage.
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Located 2km from Blayney, this impressive property is a haven for horse lovers, nature seekers, and anyone craving a slower, more scenic pace of life.
• Spacious 6-bedroom home with multiple living areas and renovated kitchen
• Resort-style pool surrounded by established gardens
• 6-bay stables, outdoor riding arena, and secure timber-fenced paddocks
• Generous shedding and storage infrastructure
• Reliable water supply with tanks and direct access to the Belubula River.
Welcome to this stunning modern home, designed for comfort and lifestyle.
From the moment you step inside, you’ll be greeted by a grand entry with high ceilings and skylights, streaming with natural light.
The spacious layout offers two invi ng living areas, perfect for family gatherings or relaxing in style. The north-facing living area and alfresco provide seamless indoor-outdoor living, offering an abundance of sunlight and a perfect spot for entertaining or unwinding.
Located on a quiet street, this home has direct access to a reserve which is great for extra privacy or for a walk through an untouched nature escape.
Enjoy the convenience of being just a 4-minute drive to local shops, making daily life a breeze.
• Master bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite
• Ensuite with heated flooring, walk-in shower
• All other bedrooms have built-in robes
• Entry way with high ceilings and skylights
• North facing living and alfresco
Kitchen has Stone benchtops, undermount Hafele granite sink, plumbed fridge tap, Wes nghouse Stove and Dishwasher
• Butler’s pantry also with sink
• 2 Living areas
• Reverse cycle air-condi oning throughout
• Large walk-in linen
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• Laundry with stone benchtops
• Recessed curtains and planta on shu ers
• Garage with power door and epoxy garage floor WHAT WE LOVE
We feel so good every me we arrive to this home. We love everything about it but our favourite areas are the sun filled living room in the winter, and the private alfresco in the summer. It’s nice having the nature reserve at the back, the kids love it! We feel like we are on holidays all the me...
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Scam sta s cs published by ACCC Scamwatch reveal that $118,993,148 has been lost by Australians to scams and fraud so far in 2025.
Scammers are becoming more sophis cated, crea ng believable scenarios that can be hard to detect.
Unfortunately, all age groups and demographics are suscep ble to being a vic m of a scam, it is no longer our older or less tech-savvy members of the community.
As we approach the end of financial year, here are a few trending scams to be on the lookout for.
Phishing emails, SMS and phone calls
bank details or MyGov logins in order to process your tax return. The ATO will never threaten you with arrest, demand immediate payment of a tax debt or fine, or cancel or suspend your Tax File Number.
Online buying and selling
Specific items targeted are cars, puppies and fish/fish tanks. Ask for mulple photos of the product and compare the product to other similar ones available through retail or legi mate channels. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.
When shopping online, scammers also target postal services and couriers, sending text messages or emails advising you need to pay to have your parcel delivered, or wan ng you to click on links to view fake tracking informa on. For services through Australia Post, download their mobile app or visit their website directly to view tracking informa on.
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By HENRY DEROOY
By CEC TILBURG
The Orange Netball Associa on proudly hosted its annual Representa ve Carnival on Sunday, May 18, at the PCYC courts. Despite a few rain showers dampening some of the outdoor games, the spirit of the compe on remained high.
Fortunately, several teams were able to con nue play on the indoor courts – just another day of typical netball weather!
Teams from across the region, including Bathurst, Dubbo, Lismore, Blacktown, Blayney, Cowra and Mudgee, travelled to Orange to compete.
The event showcased the incredible talent and sportsmanship from all players involved.
Orange had a standout day, bringing home wins
across every division:
• Under-11s: Both White and Black teams celebrated strong victories.
• Under-12s: The development team proudly claimed the runner-up posi on.
• Under-13s: Another fantas c effort from the development team, earning them runner-up honours.
• Under-14s, Under-15s and Under-17s: All teams put in dominant performances and came out on top in their respec divisions.
The Orange courts were buzzing with energy, and while the weather played its part, it was no match for the determina young athletes.
Congratula teams, coaches and supporters for an incredible day of netball!
We start this week with a look at the Tuesday Scratch Singles where there were two Stars, these being Brock Gallagher with 128 over average and Jayden Christoff with 100 over average, and they were followed by Damien Christoff from the Monday 7.30pm league with 117 over average.
Next up was Lucas Fisher from the Junior Singles Challenge with 115 over average and finally there was Jordan Trenholm from the Wednesday 7.30pm league with 113 over average for the series.
Star Bowler of the Week and winner of the Auto Wash compliments of Race Track Car wash was Brock Gallagher who scored that wonderful 128 over average for the series.
This week’s High Roller champion and winner of the three free pracce games was Brock Gallagher who scored a great 262 (PB). As this score was 93 over average, Brock was named the second Man of the Moment for May and next in line hoping for the voucher from Guys Cuts.
As usual there were some trying to beat Brock, among these being Kiel Bugden 208, Marilyn Schwenke 210, Harrison Walker 205, Blake Frecklington, Damien Christoff 234, Guil Beath 201 (PB), Denneka Beath 203 (PB), Travis McMahon 246, Hugo Belmonte 225, Jus n Smart 227, Ben Berry 243, Ben Walsh 232, Brody Jadezak 243, Jordan Trenholm 215, Allan Lickiewicz 214, Jayden Christoff 225, Ian Middleton 214 (PB), David Quinlan
The Almost Made it Hero and winner of the open order from Kings Takeaway at Greengate was Rebecca S bbard who scored 199 (PB). As this score was 71 over average, Rebecca was named the second Female of Note for May and next in the queue with hopes to have the gi cer ficate from MJ’s All Hair All Occasions.
Others missing out on a great feed included Lani Gouge 178, Lucas Fisher 177, Tyson Morris 156, James Roberts 146, Rachel Sorrenson 155, Jerome Zelukovic 144, Natalie Warn 137, Louise Hawkey 142, Marilyn Brouwers 113, Debbie McKeown 195, John Chris an 135 and Marilyn Gard 148.
Then came Noah Ferrier 146 (PB), Jess Kable 143, Jesse Swain 173, Tracy Gavin 171, Abe Hutchins 160, Leanne Hovey 167, Aaron Cantrill 199, Sophie Jones 163, Ma Bryant 173, Jeramie Russell 178, Graeme Edwards 187 and Jax Taylor 146.
Not to be ignored there were Ma Carroll 197, Seth Hunt 122, Rocco Bonnici 129, Tori Downey 174, Jeremy Jones 155, Verona Gavin 178, David Jameson 182, Garry Hildebrandt 186, Gary James 194, Blake Simons a pair of 189, Keilan Holder 177.
Junior of the Week and winner of the free game compliments of the tenpin bowl was Noah Ferrier whose score of 146 (PB) was 53 over average.
Hello Bowlers,
Three of our members represented the Orange Ex-Services’ Country Club Men’s Bowling Club on Saturday, May 17, at the Oberon Bowling Clubs Triples Tournament, winning 2nd place. Congratula ons, Jim Finn, Phil McGarity and Geoff Lockwood.
Tuesday socials had 35 bowlers.
The raffle winners were Rick Stephens and Bob Ridgewell. Lucky rink winners, Carl Jager, Simon Kempson and Pat Niewendyk. Unfortunates’ rink was Linda McFadden, Ray Windsor and Wayne Carr.
In Round 2 of the Handicap Singles, Daryl West defeated den defeated Luke Taylor, and Geoff Lockwood defeated Paul Ruggerio.
Tuesday’s jackpot was not won.
Thursday social bowls starts at 1pm with names in by 12pm –the programme is winner take all.
Contacts for Thursday are on the sheet on the board in the alcove, Peter Brooking on 0407 662 171, or the club on 63611320.
There were 27 bowlers for Saturday bowls on a lovely Autumn Day.
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ffle winners were Chris ne Shaw and Neil Higgins. Lucky rink winners were John Hedger, Neil Higgins and Luke Taylor. Unfortunates’ rink was Jen Fenwick, Ian Davidson and Al Gregory.
The Saturday jackpot was not won.
Our Open Pairs Tournament sponsored by PMW Plus Accountants will be held on May 25. This event is almost full, so if you and your fellow bowling friends are interested, please contact Jim Finn on 0418 651 382.
If there are people interested in gaining their umpire or markers accredita on,please contact President Phil McGarity on 0418 277 418.
For games on Saturday, May 24, and Tuesday, May 27, please call Jim Finn 0418 651 382, Peter Wright 0427 813 220, or the club on 63613210. Names in by 11.30 for a 12.30 start.
Bowls E que e ps: Commend a good bowl of your opponent, and of a player in your own team.
Happy bowling, Chris ne.
Wednesday, May 14, results: Well done to the 83 members who joined us at Elephant Park last week! And a special shout-out to Leah Lie ing for reaching 25 runs and earning an achievement medal – great effort!
MEN: Nathan Sutherland –09:09; Oscar Blacklow – 10:57; Luke Peterson – 11:12
WOMEN: Meta Thorn –13:16; Kinisha Roweth 13:41; Leah Lei ing – 14:07
Sunday, May 18, results: A big congratula ons to the 65
members who took on the hilly course at Pinnacle on the weekend, which is quite a challenging gravel track. Achievement Medals Well done to the following members on reaching their milestones: Amber Rich – 900 runs; Peter Finlay – 300 runs; Andrew Hetherington – 50 runs Course Records
We saw some fantas c performances, including new course records and standout mes.
Jack Dain th set a new 10km Male course record with a me of 41:22, breaking a record that had stood since 2016.
Kinisha Roweth achieved the second fastest 5km Female me with 31:27 for the 5KM.
Congratula ons, Jack and Kinisha!
RESULTS
3 KM MEN: Mike Cooper –17:42: David Charge – 18:38: Peter Finlay – 20:00
3 KM WOMEN: Amber Rich 13:47: Sophie Charge – 18:24: Penny Charge – 18:32
5KM MEN: Russell Tym –32:20: Paul O’Sullivan 38:36: Gary Taylor – 40:06
5KM WOMEN: Kinisha Roweth 31:27: Marley Beahan
31:35: Isobal Curran 31:37
7KM MEN: Mitchell Essex –35:16: Nick Irwin – 36:06: Clive Blore – 39:39
7KM WOMEN: Liz Hetherington – 46:47: Kate Harris –47:05: Catherine Player – 48:57
10KM MEN
Jack Dain th – 41:22
Hugh Dain th – 46:24 Will Parish – 51:50
10KM WOMEN
Susannah Blatch 54:24
Nicola Blore – 55:47
Juste Kucinskaite – 01:01:42
You can find all the mes and full results at orangerunners. com.au/results
Upcoming Event: Our Wednesday runs are always held at Elephant Park, with a change to the me to a 4.45pm start during the cooler months. We hope to see you there!
Together we achieve individual goals!
Orange City women helped Kay Kennedy celebrate her second President’s Day last week. Teams travelled from Parkes, Magellan, Molong and Millthorpe, and Orange Ex-Services Women’s Bowling Club also fielded a team to help celebrate the occasion.
Triples and Pairs were played on the day and over 50 bowlers tried their luck in Jenny Lennon’s Spider,
Dawn Su on’s lucky coin and closest to President Kay’s bowl.
President Kay herself won Jenny’s Spider. Maria Crawford won Dawn’s lucky coin, and Cathy Wright got the closest to President Kay’s bowl.
Two winning teams were drawn from the cards, the first being the team of Toosje Webster and Pat Stedman. The second winning team was that of Robyn Wright, Moira
Forbes Invita onal Fun/Training Day, April 6, 2025
It was a glorious autumn day at beau ful Lake Forbes on Sunday, April 6, 2025 as 19 mighty Colour City dragons rocked up and accepted the challenge of the Forbes Invita onal Fun/ Training day.
The sun was shining, the birds were singing, the barbecue was sizzling, and we got our coffee before the coffee machine broke down.
We had no idea of the race program and Phil was run off his feet sweeping his heart out, so the crew lists (all 10s boats) for Colour City were scien fically cra ed by alphabe cal order.
In three heats, the mighty Colour City dragons ended up in
News from the Orange Ex Services Country Club Women’s Bowls Club.
We had a spectacular day on Thursday, May 15 – whoever said winter starts on ANZAC Day in Orange was wrong this year.
With 16 players taking to the green it was game on from the start. We had two rinks of triples and one rink of doubles.
The doubles game was between Lorraine and Yvonne with Jan and Judy nipping at their tails. A close game that was one by Team Yvonne.
One triples game was Val, Jane and Elaine v Louise, Vicki and Phoebe, with Elaine’s team taking out the win.
John’s and Robyn Doyle.
A huge thank-you to all for a ending, including our Patron May Phipps, and our Loyals and visitors.
For anyone interested in playing lawn bowls, we have coaching for beginners on Wednesday mornings at 10am or by appointment. Text Sue on 0409 522 099 or contact The Orange City Bowling Club.
Happy bowling everyone!
2nd place for the day, beaten by a team of juniors which included a couple of old Auroras who shed 40 years of age on the day – amazing what dragon boa ng can do for you!
Intertwined throughout the heats was pairs racing, where two dragons teamed up in one boat for 100 metres of pure muscle, determina on and grit, manually med by the sweep, Phil.
The first pair out was our own Colour City muscled-up combina on of our merciless el presidente, Chris, and our very own rising star Tamara who set a cracking pace, but much to their despair, Phil’s mekeeping fell short of expecta ons when no me was recorded.
The winner from 20 sets of
pairs was the future of dragon boa ng, our very own young gun Bailey who teamed up with young Aurora Jacob in a whirlwind me of 43.00 seconds, followed by the above-men oned Colour City duo of Chris and Tamara in 43.19 seconds (they had to do it all again and this me the mekeeping was intact).
Coming in third was Forbes pair, Trevor and Weivan, in a me of 43.94 seconds.
The day was a lot of fun with no complaints and hopefully we’ll do it all again soon.
Australian Dragon Boat Championships, April 28, 2025
We had eight Colour City Dragons in the NSW State Western Squad for the AusChamps State-V-State compe -
The other game was Helen J, Anne e and Marianne v Verna, Denice and Trish, with a 12all draw.
We then went into the club house where the chief had made us a chicken curry that was a great treat for all us ladies. Our lucky door prize went to Violet.
We are very lucky to have such a wonderful, friendly and great club house to spend precious me a er a morning on the green.
To any of our members who are not in good health we wish you all the best and look forward to seeing you soon.
If you are interested in joining in the fun, call and have a word with us. We would love to see you come along.
Please contact Trish on 0400379294 or Phoebe on 0408223843 for further informa on.
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on held at the Sydney Internaonal Rowing Centre (SIRC) on Monday, April 28.
Unfortunately, the full Squad had to lose two paddlers in the lead-up to the day, and with them went the team’s opportunity to have subs if needed.
So with all paddlers in the boat for each race, they showed their mighty Western spirit and strength to place:
• 5th in Regional Mixed 500m Standard Boat, with a very ghtly contested me 06:53:38 minutes over three rounds;
• 5th in Regional Women 500m Small Boat, with a total me of 04:98:89 minutes over two rounds;
• 7th in Regional Women 1000m Small Boat, 06:37:18 minutes;
• 5th in Regional Open 500m Small Boat, with a total me of 04:52:46 minutes over two rounds;
• 6th in Regional Open 1000m Small Boat, with a me of 05:41:86 minutes.
Whilst no medals were won, we were by no means disgraced and gave it everything we had learning some awesome NSW chants along the way. It was a fantas c day, and I’d recommend those Colour City paddlers who are compe ve and want to advance in the sport to line up for the trials at the end of the year for next year’s compe on.
Coming Up: Dunns Swamp Dragon Boa ng Event.
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THUMBS UP to Apple City Tours bus company for their professionalism and great service, par cularly with their school runs and charters. Highly recommended.
THUMBS UP to the lovely lady who found and handed in my wallet at Big W on Saturday, May 17. My sincere thanks to you and also to the two members of staff who helped me so professionally.
THUMBS DOWN to the sneaky thief who entered our house on Anson Street to steal just a small amount of ice cream, assuming that I would blame my fiancé for opening it and ea ng it. I know she’d never do that. Buy your own Häagen-Dazs Belgian Chocolate!
THUMBS UP To Gong Thai at the Gladstone Hotel! Want an amazing dinner? Go to Gong Thai Thursday Night Curry Night. Great atmosphere, awesome menu, and the manager is so helpful.
THUMBS UP to the lovely cleaning lady at Bunnings Orange who stopped to comment on how nice I looked. I was having a down day and her spontaneous posi ve comment made my day. You make the world a be er place!
THUMBS UP to Orange City Council and their wetland team for the recently constructed and badly needed concrete pathway linking Fahey Crescent to the Ploughmans Wetlands. So good! Especially to see children walking and cycling on the new path.
THUMBS UP to the Bloomfield Urgent Care, Orange Health Service ED, and Dudley Private Hospital for their care and efficiency during my recent medical emergency. Doctors were skilled and on the ball, nursing staff (in par cular Georgia, Lucy and Sophie) were great and empathe c. Dudley’s opera ng staff were happy and real characters, which li ed my spirits. Thank-you to all. You are appreciated!
THUMBS UP to our Federal Member of Parliament for his quiet support of so many people and community groups in rural communi es, as well as those larger towns. A Member in whom we trust!
THUMBS UP to the Orange community who supported Riding for the Disabled (NSW) Orange at our recent trivia night! We received lots of prizes from many businesses, which boosted our fundraising efforts beyond our expecta ons! Thanks to all our par cipants as well who made the night so much fun and were generous in their auc on bids.
THUMBS UP to the new staff member at Tony Leahey in the service department. She is approachable, friendly and her smile is infec ous.
THUMBS UP and thank-you to Elizabeth (Liz) and Kirby at Fracture Clinic on Monday, May 12, for their friendly and efficient care of my son. They were very kind and understanding, especially when we were disappointed he couldn’t have a waterproof cast, owing to a scratch. (Well, Mum was disappointed, pa ent was fine about it.) You’d clearly had a long day but were s ll so kind. Thank you both.
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These young boys couldn’t believe their luck when they were allowed to tinker with an old Chrysler Eight ‘Special’ belonging to Mr Griffiths in May 1957.
Despite its decrepit looks, the beast was tipped to clock the fastest time in Orange Light Car Club’s hill climb at Pilbeam’s Prerogative.
The Light Car Club held regular races on the Orange Short Circuit Speedway at Wentworth Park.
The society holds a working day at Heritage Cottage (148 March Street) each Wednesday from 10.30am to 4pm (with a lunch break from 12.30-1.30pm). Members are available to answer enquiries at this time.
Photo courtesy Orange and District Historical Society. The society holds a working day at Heritage Cottage, 148 March Street, each Wednesday from 10.30am to 4pm (with a lunch break from 121.30pm). Members are available to answer enquiries at this time.
ELLA RYAN CELEBRATES HER 18TH BIRTHDAY
By CEC TILBURG
Ella Ryan celebrated her milestone 18th birthday on Saturday night, May 17, at Duntryleague Golf Club. She was surrounded by a small group of her closest friends and family and the evening was filled with joy, laughter and love.
