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EDITOR’S note

It will be a big weekend for local rugby fans with an all-Orange Grand Final taking place at Endeavour Oval. Orange City managed to snatch victory away from Dubbo in the ﬁnal minutes of last Saturday’s game, and so will face the Orange Emus for the premiership this Saturday. It should be a good game, and I imagine there will be quite a crowd.

You will see inside this issue that one of our most popular features and competitions, Let’s Feast, is back! Over the next eight weeks, we will be highlighting delicious local dining destinations and giving you the opportunity to win a $75 voucher to spend at one of them. It has been one of our most popular competitions and I’m sure it will be again this time around. All you have to

do is fill in the entry coupon you’ll find inside your copy of OrangeCityLife, submit it to our office, and you will go in the draw to win! In the past, we’ve had readers come and tell us they’ve made a point of visiting each of our Let’s Feast eateries in turn as we’ve featured them, which is a great way to discover what could become your new favourite food destination.

Zest Fest returns to Robertson Park this November. On Wednesday, Council was due to give a sneak peek at this year’s expanded program and announce the headline act for 2025, but as we go to print on Tuesday evening, we will have to bring you those details in our next issue.

Until next week!

Dreaming of a cruise holiday? The Feast begins!

Jonathan Roe

Wrapping Our Community With Love: Orange Purlers craft another 59 rugs for those in need

The Orange Purlers, our dedicated local group of volunteer knitters, have just handed over another 59 rugs to bring a little warmth and comfort to those in need.

The Purlers, who have been meeting weekly at Orange City Library for the past 14 years, have donated thousands of handmade rugs over the years, but their latest project, “Wrapping Our Community With Love”, was made possible thanks to a $2,000 Cadia Cares grant from Newmont Cadia.

The Purlers donated their time and expertise, but rely on donations of wool to continue. With the $2,000 grant, they purchased yarn from local businesses and set about creating as many rugs as possible for people in need across the region.

Last Thursday, representatives of Newmont Cadia joined the Purlers at the library to present 59 cosy new rugs to a number of local community groups, including: Molong Pantry; Prunus Lodge Aged Care (Molong); Abundant Life Community Care (Blayney); St Vincent de Paul Canowindra; and Orange Hospital’s

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Palliative Care Unit.

Orange Purlers Coordinator and Heritage Research Librarian, Trudi Mayﬁeld, said the project had truly been a labour of love.

“Every stitch was made with care and compassion. Knowing these wraps will bring comfort to people across our community makes the work so worthwhile,” Ms Mayﬁeld said.

Thanks to the Purler, 59 people in need within our region will receive a beautiful, handcrafted, and unique rug, providing them with warmth and comfort.

The Orange Purlers meet at the Orange City Library from 9am-12pm every Thursday. If you would like to support their eﬀorts, they’d greatly appreciate donations of 8-ply yarn (wool or acrylic), which can be left with the library staﬀ.

New members are welcome and you don’t even need to know how to knit. The Purlers can provide you with everything you need if you want to come along and learn.

PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION

The Orange Purlers at work.

Last week the volunteer group handed over another 59 handmade blankets to comfort locals in need.

Orange Purlers founding member Dianne Percy with Laura Primrose from Orange Hospital’s Palliative Care Service.

PEOPLE OF O-TOWN

Dr Bianca Newcombe

By EMILY THOMPSON

Engineer, mother, grower of interesting things and food alchemist.

What do you do for a living and what do you love about it?

I do many things! Engineer by trade, which is my day job, and owner of Bianca’s Kitchen - The Orange Fermentary. As well as being a mum, running a family and a house - you know, that old thing.

The fermenting business just sort of came about via a series of coincidences; it was never my intention for it to become a business, it just sort of evolved. I have an autoimmune condition, which took a long time to get diagnosed, and I started making apple cider vinegar to help with the inﬂammation. And once I started talking about it, other people started asking me to make it for them. So, I’d give them a list, and if they bought everything and I’d make it for them. It just got bigger and bigger until we went to the farmer’s market in Orange. But the vinegar by itself wasn’t a viable business, so we began investigating other types of ferments. I started making water keﬁr for my daughter, she’s now wheat-free, mostly dairy-free, and eczemafree. That’s my ‘why’.

After COVID hit, and we were completely shut down, we had to look at diﬀerent ways to sell, back then we didn’t even have an online presence. We put the cultures to sleep, and when we came back, I started experimenting and mixing things up - I’m a chemical engineer after all. We started building back up, and now the probiotics are about 80% of the business and we are in the process of opening a retail space in town.

How long have you been in Orange and what do you love about it?

We moved to Orange in December 2011 from Kalgoorlie in Western Australia. We left oppressive heat and arrived with no cold-weather gear, just as a cold front moved through. It was a bit of a shock for us! But we love Orange’s climate. The fact that there’s four seasons, because we love to grow things, and we grow a lot of stone fruit. I also have thousands of tulips

that I don’t have to dig up! Other than the climate, we love the town. It’s still a cute little town, but it has everything you need, like medical services. It’s also slowly sort of growing with the technology side of things, with industrial businesses opening up here, like Cauldron. Potentially, Orange could be a tech hub in the future.

Describe your ideal day out in Orange with unlimited time and budget?

Oh wow, I would have to say I’d get a fancy car and a driver for the day, so we could partake in some nice wine tasting. If it’s winter, somewhere with an open ﬁre to sit next to, to taste some wines and eat some good food. I’d just get them to drive around the countryside for the day, we have so many beautiful wineries here! What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

Follow what you’re good at, and always back yourself!

What’s your proudest achievement?

I think things that are really meaningful, like getting the National Women in Mining Award, because I never thought a person like me, who doesn’t work for a major mining company, would ever receive something like that. Also, this year is the 10th year of the MetFest conference here in Orange, which I founded 10 years ago here in Orange, and it’s become a national thing that gets replicated all over the country. It started as an act of deﬁance, because until then, all of the mining conferences were held in WA and it was always too far and too expensive to travel to. It started small, sponsored by Cadia, and it’s just grown. This year we have 120 attendees and had to book Banksia to host it.

If you were running for mayor, what would your campaign slogan be?

“Tired of your rates money disappearing down a pothole of bureaucracy? Vote Bianca Newcombe for visible change and accountability!”

ORANGE PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP

By JONATHAN ROE

The Orange Parkinson’s Support Group held their monthly get-together at the Environmental Learning Centre at the Orange Showground on Wednesday, August 27. The group plays an important role for local people with Parkinson’s as it is a place for them to share their journey and learn from the experiences of others. The Orange Parkinson’s Support Group meets monthly and provides information and peer support for members and carers.

Group coordinator Bernie Duﬀ y said engaging with a Support Group can oﬀer emotional support and practical advice, helping individuals and their families navigate the challenges of the disease. If you would like to get in touch with the group, contact Bernie on 0434504414.

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A sing-along at the Orange Parkinson’s Support Group last week. Studies have shown that singing can reduce Parkinson’s symptoms.

Julie Milne, Leonne Langbein and Jim Langbein.

Margo Clarke, Meg Hazleton and Noel Clarke.

Sarah McCormick, Petah and Bernie Du y.

Bruce Cashen, David Pickett, Libby Pickett and Justin Porter.

Doug Stapleton, Jenny Cashen, and Ryan Clingham

Mary Kay Walker, CEO of Parkinson’s NSW, with local support group leader Petah and Bernie Du y.

Parkinson’s is insidious and complex, but you don’t have to face it alone.

By JONATHAN ROE

“Parkinson’s is the double whammy of a movement disorder and a neurodegenerative disease,” said Mary Kay Walker, CEO of Parkinson’s NSW, a for-purpose organisation dedicated to improving the quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s, their families, and carers.

“Like an iceberg, you see the very few symptoms above the water line, the tremors, the rigidity, but it’s all the stuﬀ that’s going on underneath that makes it so complex and such an insidious condition.”

Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive neurological condition that aﬀects movement and mood, Mary Kay explained, speaking with OrangeCity Life at the local Parkinson’s Support

Group meeting last week.

Common symptoms include slowness of movement, muscle rigidity, instability, and tremors, while nonmotor symptoms such as depression and anxiety are also prevalent.

The onset of Parkinson’s is gradual, and early signs may be subtle, making diagnosis challenging. Currently, there is no deﬁnitive laboratory test for Parkinson’s and diagnosis is primarily based on clinical evaluation.

“And because there are 50 symptoms and everybody’s combination is diﬀerent, that’s why it’s so diﬃcult to treat,” Mary Kay said, adding that this is why support groups play such an important role.

“Support groups aren’t for everyone, but they are a brilliant source of information and education,” she said.

“We talk about the big ﬁve, the ﬁve things with Parkinson’s: Meds on time, every time; Speech Pathology; Counselling; Exercise; and Social Connection - It’s key. This is what the support group gives to people with Parkinson’s.”

Bernie Duﬀ y, who leads the Orange Parkinson’s Support Group with his wife Petah, said it is about ﬁnding a place to be understood, to share information, to know that you don’t have to face Parkinson’s alone.

“I think the main reason [to come to a support group] is that people who’ve got the condition, understand exactly what you’re going through, and they’re more sympathetic, more understanding,” Bernie said.

“We’ve had a person who absolutely denied that they had Parkinson’s and

wouldn’t tell a soul about it. They’ve come along to the meeting and it’s changed their outlook entirely. They just couldn’t get over the fact that there’s a group of people who understand and are accepting.”

The Orange Parkinson’s Support Group meets monthly and provides information, peer support and shared experiences for members and carers. Engaging with a Support Group can oﬀer emotional support and practical advice, helping individuals and their families navigate the challenges of the disease. You can contact the Group on 0434 504 414 (Bernie Duﬀ y).

Or you can reach out to Parkinson’s NSW on 1800 644 189 or visit their website at www.parkinsonsnsw.org.au

Bumper month of events at Orange City Library this September

Children’s author Beckie Plant, from Orange, will be talking about her latest book - Friends it Starts with Hello.

Join Cory Alpert for a discussion on ‘Truth, Democracy, and AI’.

Beckie Plant Launches Friends It Starts with Hello Children’s author Beckie Plant, from Orange, will be talking about her latest book - Friends it Starts with Hello on Saturday 20 September at 2pm. Beckie has written and illustrated the book with colourful collages about the journey of friendship. Celebrate the joy of making new friends at the launch, where Beckie will read the book, host a book-related children’s activity with craft , and the book will be oﬃcially launched by Member for Orange, Phil Donato.

Cory Alpert: Truth, Democracy, and AI Join researcher, columnist, and public thinker Cory Alpert for a timely discussion as he delves into the complex intersections of artiﬁcial intelligence, misinformation, and public trust.

This will be a thoughtful discussion and Q&A session with Cory Alpert, a PhD researcher at the University of Melbourne, focused on the impact of artiﬁcial intelligence on democracy at Orange City Library on Friday, 26 September at 5.30pm.

Authors Michael Brissenden and Paul Daley Talk Crime Writing

Meet Lindy Whale at a Special School Holiday Storytime at Orange City Library on Tuesday, 30 September.

Lindy Whale launches Leroy the little frog with the big heart

Meet Lindy Whale at a Special School Holiday Storytime at Orange City Library on Tuesday, 30 September at 11am when she launches her children’s book Leroy the little frog with a big heart. Every year, October is Dwarfism Awareness Month. Sadly, there is still a stigma around dwarfism. Dwarfism Awareness Month is to educate everyone on little people and the daily challenges they face because of their height.

Join Michael Brissenden and Paul Daley as they discuss crime writing and their latest crime ﬁction novels at Orange City Library on Wednesday, 24 September at 5.30pm, supported by Collins Booksellers, Orange.

Michael’s new book, Dust, is a dark, gripping thriller that explores the complexities of identity, a search for truth, and the unyielding forces of corruption in a world where lives are lived on the fringe.

Paul Daley’s new book, The Leap, is a pulse-pounding throat-punch of a literary thriller, ﬁlled with humour, horror, blistering historical truths, indelible characters and a ﬁnal twist that will take your breath away!

If you love crime writing – don’t miss this insightful chat!

Paul Daley

Michael Brissenden

THE GOOD ENOUGH PARENT WITH EMILY

THOMPSON

Cougar puberty blues

Are you there readers? It’s me Emily. I’m here to carefully toe the copyright infringement line of quoting my favourite teenage books while discussing the change that seems to have snuck out of nowhere, with no warning. That’s right, today we’re discussing perimenopause. Do you remember in high school when they sat us down to tell us about puberty and what was happening to our bodies? I miss that, and feel it would be a really helpful workplace professional development session for women in their forties, and anyone living with or working with said demographic.

But if, like me, you have no idea what’s going on and why you feel immeasurable rage when someone breathes loudly near you, read on (while holding the paper with your good arm, being careful not to aggravate your frozen shoulder). Last week I sat down at Lord’s Place Thai, shared a green curry and a bottle of wine with my sister, and am here to

report back with some “wisdom” we managed to piece together. If you answer ‘yes’ to any of the following points, you should probably head to your GP for a chat.

How to tell if you are perimenopausal (*not actual medical advice)

In the last 14 days, have you considered smothering your other half because the way they breathe in bed suddenly infuriates you? Or because they have an annoying alarm tone in the morning? Do they hit snooze more than once and then fall back asleep immediately while you lie there wideawake fantasising about holding your pillow over their face?

Is your oﬃce too hot? Waiting rooms suddenly are saunas? Do you get into your partner’s car and immediately turn the climate control to 18? Have you also attempted to do this in a taxi recently? Is your face always slicked with a layer of sweat? The good news: you live in the snowiest city in Australia. The bad news: it’s now the start of spring.

Stress

MANAGEMENT TOOLBOX

Imagine you opened a friend’s toolbox and it contained nothing but two old hammers. You would think it’s not a very helpful toolbox. Many of us can have a similarly limited set of resources when it comes to managing stress in our lives. It’s fine to have our favourite go-to strategy when we’re stressed but it pays to have a variety of tools – a wellequipped toolbox.

Sometimes our favourite strategy won’t work for us or we’re out of our usual environment and it’s not accessible so we need to reach for more tools that can help us. Picture the teenage boy whose only ‘tool’ is playing his favourite video game or the middle-aged man who has only used alcohol for so long he has lost his other strategies.

It can be helpful to think of our tools in categories:

•Physical strategies: such as exercise – going for a run, hitting the gym or just going for a walk

•Cognitive strategies: like mindfulness, cognitive reframing or journaling,

•Expressive outlets: art, music or creative writing,

•Relational strategies: connecting with family or friends,

Is your patience MIA? I used to buckle babies into car seats and kiss them on the forehead. Then I’d help toddlers into boosters patiently waiting for them to click it themselves. I’d sing “click-clack, front and back” for school kids. Yesterday I started driving while Miss 11’s door was still open, because she took so freaking long to get into the car. I wait for no one these days.

Has the dynamic in your group chat shifted recently? Did you once upon a time discuss your love life, your hopes and dreams and which wine bar you were oﬀ to on the weekend? Is 90 per cent of the chat now about robot vacuums? Do you know you can also get robot mops? I do. We’ve discussed it.

Do you have a bald spot at the front of your head? Is your shower drain clogged with hair? Is regrowth grey? Did you once have luscious locks that withstood drying on high heat, straightening when wet and colouring too often, and now you’re

channelling Krusty the Clown? Also, bonus question: do you currently have a moustache?

Is your skin dry? Like…everywhere?

Do you know that chardonnay goes reaaaaaaally well with spicy curry? (This one may have been end-of-night discussion rather than perimenopauseadvice speciﬁc).

And lastly, because I forgot about it, do you suﬀer from constant brain fog? Like, baby-brain, but on steroids. Where are your keys? Why did you walk into this room? What are your children’s names? I seemed to have dissociated from the trauma that was 1988, and am thinking of getting a fringe. Can you please show me any of my old school photos to discourage this?

Good luck, fellow comrades. I’m happy to start a support group that meets monthly for Thai food, hairstyling advice and of course, robot vacuum discussions.

RURAL HEALTH MATTERS

•Techniques: like breathing exercises or progressive muscle relaxation,

•Sensory-based tools: like a stress ball, fidget spinner, weighted blanket or spending time in nature.

Resilient people make a habit of checking and maintaining their stress management toolbox – replacing worn-out items & keeping things in good working order. We never know when life can suddenly turn much more stressful & we need every tool in the box.

Try starting up a conversation with people in your life about their toolbox, some of their favourite stress management tools, and how they may have changed over the years. You might get some good ideas about your own strategies. We’re never too old to try some new techniques – you might find a Swiss army knife that you can use in all sorts of situations. Some other helpful resources to build your toolbox can be found at:

www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/resource-support www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/wellbeing www.moodgym.com.au

AUTHOR BIO

Dr Andrew Moreton is a local GP in Dubbo and Lecturer at the School of Rural Health in Dubbo.

NEXTRA Orange has just what you need this Father’s Day

Nextra Orange is back in business at the Orange City Centre and has just what you need to treat Dad this Father’s Day!

After a brief closure, Nextra Orange has now reopened its doors under new owner Jay Kidere, who is ready to uphold the store’s reputation as Orange’s premier newsagency, tobacconist and giftware destination.

Centrally located in the Orange City Centre, at Nextra Orange, you will find a full range of local, regional and national newspapers, all your favourite lottery products, a large selection of magazines, plus so much more!

“We’re famous for our cards and giftware,” says new owner Jay, who adds that he has just spent $40,000 to bring in a large range of new stock.

“We have a huge range of cards for all occasions - confirmations, anniversaries, weddings, new babies, every age of birthday… everything!

“And there’s a huge variety of giftware, baby stuff, gifts for Father’s Day, everything!” he says.

“All high-quality products, we want to focus on selling highstandard Australian-made products at the very best prices. This shop has been famous as a destination for good quality

giftware for 15 years and I want our customers to feel happy about our products, happy about our prices and satisfied with our level of service.”

With just a few days left until Father’s Day, take the stress out of shopping and visit Nextra Orange, where you will find the ideal card, great gift ideas, and even paper to wrap them.

Or, why not treat Dad to a chance to win big with a lotto entry or a few Instant ScratchIts? They are the perfect addition to any Father’s Day gift pack!

“And to celebrate Father’s Day, we are having a special giveaway for our customers,” says Jay.

“And to celebrate Father’s Day, are having a special giveaway for our customers,” says Jay.

our customers spend in store, or $100 on lotto products, we will be giving them a $10 voucher. Spend $100 in the store, we’ll give you two $10 vouchers!

“We want people to know that Nextra Orange is back open for business, and we guarantee our service, prices, and quality products will have people coming back again and again.”

Nextra Orange Father’s Day Special:

“For the next week, every $50

“And to celebrate Father’s Day, we are having a special giveaway for our customers,” says Jay.

“For the next week, every $50

Spend $50 on items in store, or $100 on lotto products and you will get a $10 voucher back to spend at Nextra Orange.

LET’S TALK MONEY with DANIEL MCGREGOR

FREE EVENT: INVESTING MASTERCLASS

Investing is one of those things everyone wants to do, but most people don’t know where to start.

When it comes to investing, the reality is that it is actually quite simple!

Combine low fees, diversification and time, and you have the formula for investment success. In my opinion, anything more complicated than this is likely to lead to higher fees, less diversification, and lower returns over time. That’s not the outcome anyone is looking for when they start investing.

Investing is often complicated by the sheer number of investments being sold to us. The hard part is sorting through all the available options and finding what is actually likely to deliver meaningful results.

You don’t have to look far to find all sorts of people selling all sorts of investment products and get-rich-quick schemes. Many of these look really fancy, sound great, but won’t deliver.

When it comes to investing, what’s simple is what works, and that has been proven time and time again.

As an independent financial adviser, I do not have any ties with any financial product providers. I’m on

a mission to help and educate people to grow their wealth by becoming super investors! On Monday, 13 October, I’ll be running a free seminar on how to become one of these.

We’ll discuss what sorts of investments are available, which ones are suitable for which timeframes and how to sort through the ‘sales tactics’ employed to get people to invest in things that may not be the right thing for them.

So, if you’re keen to hear from a local and independent financial adviser on how you can do this, you can scan the QR code to book your seat or just give me a call on 0411 484 464.

No investment strategy is perfect, but there are number of things we can control to put ourselves in the position to create the wealth we need for our financial futures. And therein lies the key –controlling the things we can control.

Knowledge is power! Therefore, if the idea of becoming a SUPER INVESTOR is of interest to you, then I hope to see you there.

Cheers, Daniel

A LLAB OARDTHE FIRST-EVER CENTRAL WEST CRUISE SH OWCASE! SEPTEMBER 25

Dreaming of setting sail and escaping the chilly Orange weather for a tropical paradise? Or perhaps looking for that next big adventure? This September, Adventum Travel is giving you the opportunity to explore the diverse and growing world of cruising right here in Orange at the ﬁrst-ever Central West Cruise Showcase.

Set to drop anchor in Orange on September 25, this inaugural event promises to demystify the cruise market and give locals the chance to explore the incredible variety of experiences on oﬀer.

Set to drop anchor in Orange on September 25, this inaugural event promises to demystify the cruise market and give locals the chance to explore the incredible variety of experiences on offer.

“Cruises are a rapidly growing market within the tourism sector,” said Michelle Slack-Smith, founder of Millthorpebased travel agency Adventum Travel and host of the inaugural local expo.

“Cruises are a massively growing market within the tourism sector,” said Michelle Slack-Smith, founder of Millthorpe-based travel agency Adventum Travel and host of the inaugural local expo.

“When people think of cruising, they often imagine only the big ocean liners. But in reality, cruising oﬀers so much

“But when people think of cruises, they sometimes dismiss them as floating RSLs or think cruising is just about big ocean

variety – from large ships carrying 5,000 guests to intimate river cruises with just 20 people on board, and everything in between.

cruises, when there’s everything from the big ships with 5,000 people down to river cruises with only 20 people on board – and everything in between.

“So I thought it would be great to have an opportunity for us to showcase this to all my fantastic clients and anyone else interested in cruising in the Central West.”

The inaugural Central West Cruise Showcase will take place on September 25 from 3–6pm at Quest Orange and will feature information displays from a variety of cruise companies, who will be on hand to discuss holiday options, ranging from mammoth ocean cruise ships to intimate river cruises.

The inaugural Central West Cruise Showcase will take place on September 25 from 3–6pm at Quest Orange and will feature information displays from a variety of cruise companies, who will be on hand to discuss holiday options, ranging from large ocean cruise ships to intimate river cruises.

“The great thing about river cruising is that you unpack once and you get to explore smaller villages and towns as they are smaller ships,” Michelle said.

“The great thing about river cruising is that you unpack once and you get to explore smaller villages and towns as they are smaller boats,” Michelle said.

“Amsterdam to Budapest on Uniworld is the most common one people know

“Amsterdam to Budapest in Europe is the most common one people know of,

of, but there's also the Mekong, Japan and even Africa on the Chobe River.

speak directly with the experts.

but there’s also the Mekong, Japan and even Africa on the Chobe River.

“Plus we have Quark Expeditions, which offer adventure cruises to the Arctic and Antarctica, which is obviously the only way you can get to see it, but also Princess Cruises, which have the large ocean liners and they offer plenty of cruises out of Australia.”

“Plus we have Quark Expeditions, which oﬀer adventure cruises to the Arctic and Antarctica, which is obviously the only way you can get to see these remote and pristine parts of the world. Princess Cruises has large ocean liners with plenty of departures from Australia and overseas.”

Adventum Travel will also be on hand to discuss all aspects of planning your holiday, added Michelle.

“Most people aren’t going to go to Europe and just do a cruise; they’re going to do something else as well,” Michelle said.

"Most people travelling on a 24-hour ﬂight to Europe combine their cruise with another European experience," Michelle said.

“Most people aren’t going to go to Europe and just do a cruise; they’re going to do something else as well,” Michelle said.

For those with a taste for luxury, Michelle said there are also limitednumber oﬀerings on board converted Super Yachts.

For those with a taste for luxury, Michelle said there are also limitednumber offerings on board converted Super Yachts.

“Clients of mine have just done a cruise on one of these refurbished Super Yachts in the Mediterranean from Dubrovnik to Greece, they raved about it!” Michelle said.

“Clients of mine have just done a cruise on one of these refurbished Super Yachts in the Mediterranean from Dubrovnik to Greece on board Scenic, they raved about it!” Michelle said.

With so many cruising options out there, Michelle said the showcase will be a unique opportunity for people to

With so many cruising options out there, Michelle said the showcase will be a unique opportunity for people to speak directly with the experts.

Ready to set sail on new adventures

Adventum Travel invites you to join us for an exclusive Cruise Showcase to discover what’s new in the world of cruising.

Adventum Travel invites you to join us for an exclusive Cruise Showcase to discover what’s

Come along and:

•Uncover the latest cruise experiences and destinations

•Chat with expert representatives from Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Scenic Luxury

•Cruises, Abercrombie & Kent, Quark Expeditions, Princess Cruises + more

•Uncover the latest cruise experiences and destinations

•Take advantage of exclusive offers and personalised travel advice

•Chat with expert representatives from Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Scenic Luxury

•Cruises, Abercrombie & Kent, Quark Expeditions, Princess Cruises + more

Entry is free – everyone welcome. We look forward to seeing you there

•Take advantage of exclusive offers and personalised travel advice

WHEN: Thursday 25th September 2025 - 3:00 pm - 6:00pm

WHERE: Quest Orange - 132 Kite Street, Orange

RSVP: by 18th September 2025info@adventumtravel.com.au

“At Adventum, we do everything, not just cruises, so you also get the opportunity to build the rest of the holiday around your cruise.”

The Central West Cruise Showcase will be open at Quest Orange from 3–6pm, September 25, but from 5–6pm there will be casual drinks and short presentations from each of the participating cruise companies.

“There will also be exclusive deals available on the day and a lucky door prize,” Michelle added. “We really hope to make this showcase an annual event!”

Orange Ex-Services’ Club distributes

Thirty local charities and community organisations have received a combined total of $157,266 as this year’s beneﬁciaries of the Orange Ex-Services Club’s ClubGrants Category 1 program.

Orange Ex-Services’ Club announced the successful recipients at a special presentation evening at the Club on Wednesday, August 27.

Major beneﬁciaries of the club funding in 2025 include Lifeline Central West, who received $20,000 for life-saving crisis support training for volunteers, along with the Cerebral Palsy Alliance ($10,000), Fair Fight Foundation – SuperTee Project ($10,000), Clontarf Foundation ($15,000) and Cancer Patients Foundation, who received funding support for “Look Good Feel Better” workshops.

“Each year, this evening is a highlight

for us – it’s about recognising and celebrating the organisations that give so much to our community,” Orange ExServices’ Club CEO Nathan Kelly said.

“As a community club, we see it as our responsibility and privilege to reinvest back into the region. The diversity of recipients this year shows just how broad the needs of our community are, and we’re proud to help meet them.”

ClubGrants Category 1 funding is allocated for projects and/or services that contribute to the welfare and broader social fabric of the local community, such as community welfare and social services, community development, community health services, and employment assistance activities.

Applications are assessed by an Orange Ex-Services’ Club subcommittee

made up of representatives from the club, Orange City Council and the community.

Since its founding in 1998, the ClubGrants program has provided over $1 billion in funding to deserving community groups across NSW.

Orange Ex-Services’ Club President said that here in Orange, ClubGrants are an opportunity for them, as the largest local club, to support organisations that do so much good in our community.

“It’s always one of the most rewarding parts of a year, as a director at our club, to be able to support the community in the way that we do through ClubGrants. It’s also a pleasure for me personally, because I’ve done this now for nearly 20 years,” Mr Gentles said.

“If you look at a cross-section of those that apply for Club Grants, they

all beneﬁt our community… sometimes they’re big organisations, sometimes they’re smaller organisations, and in some cases they’re partners with us in many things.

“So it’s rewarding that we’re able to give to the community, and it gives us an opportunity to showcase what we do in the community and showcase what we have in the way of assets with our club, whether it be the main club, whether it be Wentworth, whether it be the tennis complex or the Country Club.

“And it does really highlight to the community that we try to look after the interests of not only our 26,000 members, but the community as a whole.”

To ﬁnd out more about ClubGrant or to apply, visit www.oesc.com.au/ clubgrants

Orange Mayor Tony Mileto, with Stephanie Robinson and Brad Kane from Lifeline Central West

Tony Luscombe, Mark Fliedner (Chief Operating O cer) and Tony Boland (Vice President).

Brad Kane and Stephanie Robinson from Lifeline Central West with Club President Grahame Gentles.

Wentorth Orange venue manager Sam Hinchcli e with the Country Education Foundation’s Amanda McMillan, Natalie Knutson, Jeanette Nolan, Judy Stump, Kate Stathan, and Teana Hodgers.

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Graham Gentles

President), Adam Shepherd (Director), Greg Biernat (Director), Nathan Kelly (CEO), Tony Boland (Vice President), Paul Dowler (Director), and Derek Pigot (Club Patron).

Clontarf Foundation were a major beneﬁciary in the 2025 ClubGrants: Ryan Friend, Napoleon Lucas, Charlie Rushton, David Baker Haroa and James Grant.

Napoleon Lucas, Club CEO Nathan Kelly, Charlie Rushton, Club President Grahame Gentles, and David Baker Haroa.

Fundraising movie night for our four-legged friends

The RSPCA NSW Orange Supporter Group is hosting its annual fundraising movie night on Friday, September 19, with all proceeds going towards helping people avoid surrendering their muchloved pets due to ﬁnancial pressure.

Hosted at the Odeon 5 Cinema, this year’s fundraising movie night will be a screening of The Friend (Naomi Watt s, Bill Murray) a story of love, friendship, grief and healing, about a writer who adopts a Great Dane that belonged to a late friend and mentor.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased from Collins Bookseller (Cash only).

RSPCA NSW Orange Supporter Group member Libby Jones said committee members will also be selling them on the night, but she encouraged people to purchase them in advance

While the closure of the local RSPCA shelter was a real blow for the community, Libby said their fundraising eﬀorts are about keeping pets out of shelters.

be able to have their dogs desexed or sometimes veterinary care, which can be incredibly expensive.”

If people are in circumstances where they truly want to keep their pets but are struggling to make ends meet, Libby said they can help.

“It’s far better to support people to keep their animals rather than have to surrender them because of whatever cost they just cannot get over the line with basically,” she said.

“These funds stay locally… this is totally going towards assisting families to be able to keep their pets.”

“The RSPCA generally feel that it’s far better to try and assist people to keep their animals with ﬁnancial support either for desexing or veterinary costs, depending on the circumstances, of

course,” Libby said.

“So we do several fundraising activities throughout the year to support ongoing ﬁnancial assistance to people who otherwise wouldn’t

Libby said anyone needing veterinary assistance from the RSPCA locally for desexing or other health-related matters or dog food (not always available from Foodcare), should contact the RSPCA in Sydney by phoning 97707555. They will then contact the Orange Supporter Group to implement the request. Alternatively, people can email orange@rspcansw. org.au

The RSPCA NSW Orange Supporter Group’s fundraising movie night will be a screening of The Friend (Naomi Watts, Bill Murray) a story of love, friendship, grief and healing, about a writer who adopts a Great Dane that belonged to a late friend and mentor.

www.orange.nsw.gov.au

Discover local services at the Central West Community Expo What’s on

Looking to connect with local services and community groups, start a new hobby or meet new friends?

Come along to the Central West Community Expo at Orange PCYC on Wednesday 10 September, hosted by Orange City Council’s Community Development team.

The expo will showcase more than 95 services from across the Orange, Cabonne, Blayney, Bathurst and Cowra regions, from sporting and social groups to service providers and community organisations.

Orange City Council’s Services Policy Committee Chair, Cr Marea Ruddy says the expo is a great opportunity to remind residents about the support and social opportunities available in our region.

“Many people may not realise what groups are out there in our area that they can access and be a part of,” Cr Ruddy said.

“The expo is a chance for residents to reconnect with the region’s services and groups, to improve their quality of life, wellbeing and social connections.”

From health and housing, disability and aged care to community services, education, employment, sport, social and lifestyle groups— there’s something for everyone.

People will also be able to purchase a barbecue lunch, coffee and refreshments to enjoy as they browse the stalls.

The Central West Community Expo will be held from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday 10 September in the Orange PCYC, 2-10 Seymour Street. For more information contact 6393 8600.

Do you care about accessibility in our region? Help us shape a more inclusive community.

Members of the community are invited to share their views on the accessibility and inclusivity of our regional towns and cities to ensure local services, facilities and programs respond to community needs.

Orange, Blayney and Cabonne councils are seeking feedback as part of the process to update their Disability Inclusion Action Plans, which aim to build strong and equitable communities that are accessible and inclusive.

Orange City Council’s Services Policy Committee Chair, Cr Marea Ruddy said the updated plans would guide actions across all three councils.

“The survey invites feedback from people with disability, carers, family members, service providers, organisations, and community members who want to help shape a more inclusive future,” Cr Ruddy said.

“We want our region to be a community that provides equal opportunity for people with disability so that they may access opportunities as other residents do, and enjoy the benefits of living and working in our region.”

The Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility Survey seeks insights into:

•How accessible the local community feels

•What changes people would like to see

•Attitudes toward accessibility in employment and workplaces, recreation, local businesses, communications and public spaces

•Mobility and access challenges

The survey will run until the end of September. Visit yoursay.orange.nsw.gov.au to complete the survey.

Waltzing the Wilarra POST-WAR MUSICAL DRAMA

Waltzing the Wilarra “…a highly evocative musical tale of love, jealousy, friendship and family. It is a beautiful, heartfelt production about love and loss.”

Set against curfews and fear, black and white communities form a club to escape, celebrate, and maybe find love.

Forty years later, as the club faces demolition, old friends reunite. Long-buried secrets surface, and we learn that true reconciliation goes far beyond saying sorry.

Orange Civic Theatre

135 Byng Street

Saturday 13 September, 8pm

Bookings: www.orange.nsw.gov.au/theatre/

Friends It starts with hello

LOCAL AUTHOR

Join local author Beckie Plant when she launches her new children’s book Friends It starts with “hello” at Orange City Library on Saturday 20 September at 2pm.

Beckie has written and illustrated the book with colourful collages about the journey of friendship. Beckie will read the book, host a book-related children’s activity with craft, and the book will be officially launched by Member for Orange, Phil Donato.

Orange City Library

147 Byng Street

Saturday 20 September, 2pm

Bookings at eventbrite

Sustainable Living Expo

SPOTLIGHT ON SUSTAINABILITY

The signature event of Orange Sustainable Living Week, the Sustainable Living Expo will be held in the Naylor Pavilion at Orange Showground.

The Expo will feature 20 exhibitors offering advice on energy-efficient homes and appliances, rooftop solar and home electrification, smarter water use, wastefree living, electric vehicles and bikes, and protecting local biodiversity.

People can also take a ride in an electric vehicle, score a free kitchen caddy and interact with native animals.

Naylor Pavilion, Orange Showground

Leeds Parade

Sunday 21 September, 9am-2pm FREE EVENT

Looking for Alibrandi

ICONIC STAGE ADAPTATION

Award winning director Stephen Nicolazzo brings Vidya Rajan’s AWGIE-nominated adaptation of Melina Marchetta’s bestselling novel to the stage, which joins three generations of women in a passionate, heart wrenching and unmissable rendering of the Australian classic. With live passata sauce making, traditional Italian music and a soundtrack of Australian pop classics, Looking for Alibrandi is a vibrant theatrical experience full of passion, laughs, and beauty.

Orange Civic Theatre

135 Byng Street

September 25-26

Bookings: www.orange.nsw.gov.au/theatre/

ORANGES CARDIAC CATH LAB CELEBRATES 20 YEARS

By HENRY DEROOY

Orange Hospital’s Cath Lab celebrated 20 years of service to our community on Sunday, August 31. Orange was one of the very first country Cath Labs when it opened at the old hospital on September 1, 2005, and it paved the way for greater heart services to be made available in regional areas. Past and present staff and others who have been associated with the Cath Lab over the last 20 years celebrated the milestone at the Wentworth Orange on Sunday.

The Orange Cardiac Cath Lab celebrates 20 years this month.

Dr David Amos and Dr Ruth Arnold.

Will Caine, Wendy Eggins, Estelle Ryan, Dr David Amos, Natalie Amos, Steve Adams, Dr Ruth Arnold, Andrew Rawsthorne and Gill Hindmarsh.

Mark Deere Albion, Jess Smith, Kate Toynton, Kerry Porter, Allie Goodridge, Ang Linn, Suzie Quick, Vanessa Merchant, Molly Hutchinson, Lyndal Tayler and Bek Powyer.

Alison Goodridge, Maryanne Burgess, Meagan Dean and Meagan Johnsen.

Chris Wood, Jan Savage, Dr Stuart Moss, Joanne Dean and Sharon Verhoeven.

Jan Savage, Kerry Green and Judy Gleeson.

AN AUSTRALIAN SUCCESS STORY

y Nan was born in Ireland. Her mum died not long after and my Nan was put into a Barnardos orphanage in England.

They eventually told her she had no living relatives (which was a shocking lie), put her on a ship and sent her to Australia. My Nan, and others like her, came to be known as the “Lost Children of the Empire”.

My Nan arrived with nothing but a suitcase, married a jackeroo from western NSW, raised up a family of five children, lived through the Great Depression, witnessed three wars, and saw a son sent to Vietnam. Despite her challenges, she helped to shape and build this country.

Our family has strong views on the cruelty of child migration but we are in awe of what she achieved in her life.

Immigrants like my Nan are part of our extraordinary Australian success story.

They helped make our country the greatest place on the planet. The envy of the world.

NATIONAL EMERGENCY MEDAL UPDATE

Last week in Question Time I asked the Prime Minister when our emergency responders, volunteers and community works who served with such courage and distinction in the Central West flood of 2022 would be eligible for the National Emergency Medal. On Monday, the Prime Minister added to his answer.

And it’s always an honour welcoming new Aussies to our region!

Aussie Aussie Aussie!

The Prime Minister advised that the independent National Emergency Medal Committee has requested additional expert information on the timeline of events and overall impact on individual areas and localities. This will enable the committee to consider whether the Central West floods should be considered a nationally significant emergency for the purpose of the National Emergency Medal.

GREAT NEWS FOR OUR LOCAL FARMERS

In 2018, I secured the decentralisation of the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) to Orange, since that time it’s been providing essential financial support to farmers in times of drought and natural disasters.

The future of the RIC has been under review, and I lobbied the previous Agriculture minister to keep it going. I am pleased that the government has committed another billion dollars to the RIC which secures its future in Orange, and for farmers around our country.

I believe the government should consider introducing interest free periods for these loans. This funding is great news for our local farmers.

In Parliament last week I acknowledged the Cudal Cargo and District Lions Club. For close to 40 years, the Cudal Cargo Lions have been serving our local communities and our country.

The club makes a real difference to the lives of residents in the Cudal Cargo area. Lions Clubs all over Australia assist with local community fundraising for special causes. In addition to community service, Lions Australia has a history of providing natural disaster and emergency relief, as well as supporting medical research. The Cudal Cargo Lions club is no exception.

Over the last year alone, the club has raised over $45,000, supporting a range of impactful programs and projects including:

Central West Tractor trek in support of Little Wings

2025 NATIONAL LEADERSHIP FORUM

The National Emergency Management Committee will next meet in November this year and will be considering further events for possible declaration at that meeting, pending the receipt of this expert advice. The Prime Minister committed to informing me at the first available opportunity as to the Committee’s deliberations.

2025 LEADERSHIP

Hopefully, we’ll have a positive outcome by November. I won’t be giving up on this richly deserved recognition of our community heroes.

ast week at Parliament House, I had the pleasure of meeting participants in the 2025 National Leadership Forum, including young leader Nina Smedley from Orange.

Leadership Smedley

The Forum brings together emerging leaders from across the country to explore values-based leadership and community service.

It was a great opportunity to hear from inspiring young Australians like Nina, who are already making a positive impact in their communities.

Grants of up to $10,000 are available to support events and activities celebrating women and girls during NSW Women’s Week (2–8 March 2026).

APPLY BY

APPLY BY 11:59pm – 29 SEPTEMBER 2025 www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/ 2026-nsw-womens-week

HONOURING CUDAL CARGO LIONS CLUB IN PARLIAMENT

Cudal and cargo public schools

Hearing Dogs

Cudal Show

The Flood Appeal

Prostate cancer support

Assisting people with a disability to purchase support equipment

Providing four young adults with $2000 each to support their first year of University or TAFE

Nominating local women for the NSW Rural Women of the Year Awards

The club caters for thousands of people at Australian National Field Days and also Caravan and Camping Show as part of their fundraising initiatives. Recently club members were assisting in eye screening at Grenfell Public School.

I would like to thank and acknowledge the outstanding executive team at Cudal Cargo

Lions including:

• President, Brent Twaddle

• Vice-President, Brigitte Eden. Brigette was just presented with the club’ Lion of the Year award

• Treasurer, Greg Lynch

• Secretary, Lyn Frecklington

• Public Officer, Janette Price

• Safety Officer and current member, Kristy Dolbel

• Former District Governor and Communication and Publicity Coordinator, Ron Parry

• Catering coordinator and current member, Helen Coleman

• Former Zone Chairman and current member, Barbara Parry

• Former president and current member, Sue Parish

• Founding and current members, Graham Eslick and Dave Farrell

And members:

• Jim Brien

• Margaret Brien

• Carroll Smith

• Jane Miller

• Kathy Wicks and;

• Russell Wicks

At the end of September, the Cudal Cargo and District Lions Club will be celebrating their 40th Anniversary.

The motto of Lions International is We Serve. And the kind-hearted members of Cudal Cargo Lions certainly personify this.

In a turbulent world their kindness and compassion shines through.

I congratulate this marvellous club on this significant anniversary and milestone and the unwavering commitment of its members to our communities.

Get ready, Orange! One of our most popular features and competitions, Let’s Feast, is back!

Over the next eight weeks, OrangeCityLife will be serving up a delicious sample of the best dining and takeaway venues in town. Prepare your taste buds for hearty pub meals, reﬁned takes on cafe classics, ﬂavour-packed pizza, and so much more!

Each week, we’ll highlight one of our eight dining destinations, which you’ll ﬁnd on the page opposite,

Let the feasting begin!

providing a rundown of crowd-pleasing specials and new seasonal menu oﬀerings. From comforting classics to innovative dishes, we’re here to help you explore every delicious bite Orange has to oﬀer.

Let’s Feast will be your guide to discovering new favourite eateries or perhaps inspire you to revisit beloved local gems.

Plus, OrangeCityLife is giving you the opportunity to win a $75 voucher to spend at any

one of our participating venues. All you have to do is fill in the entry coupon you’ll find inside your copy of OrangeCityLife, submit it to our office, and you will go in the draw to win!

We will be giving away a $75 dining voucher each month, so the more times you enter, the better your chances at winning.

Don’t miss out on the chance to feast your way through town on us!

coming soon to odeon 5

DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE

Cast: Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, Joanne Froggatt, Elizabeth McGovern, Laura Carmichael, Phyllis Logan, Robert James-Collier, Jim Carter,

When Mary finds herself in a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.

Genre: Drama

KANGAROO ISLAND

Cast: Rebecca Breeds, Adelaide Clemens, Joel Jackson, Erik Thomson, Louis Henbest

When Lou returns home to ruggedly beautiful Kangaroo Island at the request of her father, years of family secrets resurface in this beautifully made and emotionally rewarding film.

Genre: Comedy, Drama

September 12

Toy Story (30TH ANNIVERSARY)

Cast: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Don Rickles, Jim Varney, Wallace Shawn

Led by Woody, Andy’s toys live happily in his room until Andy’s birthday brings Buzz Lightyear onto the scene. Afraid of losing his place in Andy’s heart, Woody plots against Buzz. But when circumstances separate Buzz and Woody from their owner, the duo eventually learns to put aside their differences.

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A Magical Day at the Book Week Parade and Fair

What an adventure! Our recent Book Week Parade and Book Fair took students, families, and special guests on a magical journey filled with imagination and joy. From wizards and superheroes to beloved storybook characters leaping right off the page, the event was a spectacular celebration of reading. We were delighted to welcome local preschool Kiddie Academy Orange to join in our activities and parade, adding even more excitement and community spirit to the day. Their participation helped make the event truly inclusive and memorable for all ages. The costumes were nothing short of amazing,

showcasing creativity and enthusiasm from every participant. Laughter filled the air as everyone paraded through the school grounds, bringing stories to life in the most vibrant way. The excitement was contagious, and the love of books was evident everywhere you looked.

The Book Fair provided a wonderful opportunity for families to explore a wide range of books, sparking curiosity and encouraging a lifelong passion for reading. It was heartwarming to see so many families come together to share in the magic and adventures that books bring.

A huge thank you goes out to all our wonderful families and our friends from Kiddie Academy Orange for their support and participation. Your involvement truly made the day special and memorable for everyone.

This event not only celebrated the joy of reading but also highlighted the importance of community in fostering a vibrant learning environment. With such enthusiasm and spirit, the future of reading in our school looks brighter than ever.

Here’s to many more adventures through books!

YOURSPACE

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ORANGE NORTH

September Program

Sept 4th Guest Speaker: Mark Ellis - Helicopter Paramedic

Sept 6th-7th Bunnings BBQ - Funds to support MHERV Men’s Health Education Rural Van

Sept 7th Potting Day

Sept 11th Morning Tea Get-Together at Wentworth Golf Club (10-00am)

Sept 13th Market Day Plant Sales at Orange Showground (Look for the red shirts)

Sept 18th Guest Speaker: Bill Burnheim - High Level Equestrian Sportsman

Sept 25th

Spor tsman at Wentworth Golf Club (10-00am) Morning Tea Get-Together

Come and join us at one of our Morning Tea Get-Togethers. Enjoy a warm welcome and chat over coffee with some of our members.

1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays of each month 6:00pm for 6:30pm

Cedar Room - Duntryleague Golf Club Contact Ian on 0407 940 561

CROSS purposes

Recently I’ve really been getting into documentaries. There is a really great one called, ‘Sprint’. It follows the Jamaican and American sprinters in the lead up to the World Championships and Olympics. During the Women’s 200m race at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Gabby Thomas crossed the line, taking out the gold medal...Reflecting on that race, she said, “It was the greatest moment of my life”. What struck me was that in order to do what she did, she had to work hard, for years and years, day after day. All for a 20 second race...What really is a moment? Will that moment last? I’m not saying don’t be an elite athlete, but it really got me thinking...The opposite of a moment, what is it? It is eternity. It is never ending. It is outside of time… Do we have to train day in and day out for eternity? My eternity isn’t based on my fitness or my training schedule. It is based on what one man did for me. One man, 2000 years ago and one wooden cross. All the hard work has been done and all I do is trust in Him. Google it for yourself...John 3:16.

Jill Brodie

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Bank Orange supporting outstanding local organisations

Bank Orange is excited to sponsor the Outstanding Community Organisation award at the 2025 Business Orange Awards. “We believe the heart of any great region is its people.”

With the 2025 Business Orange Awards just around the corner, the Orange community is gearing up to recognise and celebrate the many great organisations that help shape the heart of our region.

Bank Orange is excited to sponsor the Outstanding Community Organisation award, because we believe the heart of any great region is its people – and these organisations do incredible work to support, connect, and uplift our community.

Supporting locals and investing in the growth and strength of our community is at the heart of what we do!

This year’s ﬁnalists for Outstanding Community Organisation are:

• Australian National Field Days

• Headspace

• Orange Aboriginal Medical Service

• Orange and District Early Education Program

• Wangarang Industries

Each of these groups plays a vital role in building a more inclusive, resilient, and thriving community for all of us.

Good luck to all ﬁnalists ˗ we look forward to celebrating with you on Saturday, 20 September!

Orange named fourth most “stress-free” city in Australia to do renovations

Orange has earned the number four spot in the country for renovation infrastructure ease, according to a recent study.

The study, conducted by the building trades company Lexity, examined household-to-provider ratios as an indicator of the ease with which DIY enthusiasts and professional builders can access resources.

Australia’s renovation market is growing rapidly, says Lexity, as homeowners choose upgrades over relocating with 40 per cent all residential construction now renovations rather than new builds. This means more pressure on local hardware stores.

Lexity reveals searches in NSW for ‘hardware store near me open now’

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have surged by 400 per cent as people search for the nearest hardware store with all the needed products available.

Orange it turns out has one of the best household-to-provider ratios in the country. Our local hardware stores serve on average 988 households each, and each business handles 363 households. The average in New South Wales for hardware stores is 2,667 households, while in Sydney, it is 6,750 households per store.

The ratio of Orange repair services to households is nearly ﬁve times lower than the regional average of 1,787 households per service.

The study also revealed that regional areas have faster access to repair services.

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Orange households have better access to hardware stores and building services than their city counterparts according to a recent study.

CHARMING FAMILY HOME IN SOUGHT

AFTER

WESTLEA 5 NINGOOLA WAY

Set within a lush, mature garden designed for easy care, this well-maintained and comfortable home is now offered for sale by its original owners.

Entertaining and living areas abound, including separate lounge and formal dining rooms, plus northfacing living room and tranquil screened ‘green’ room for indoor/outdoor entertaining.

The home also offers a well-appointed Tasmanian myrtle kitchen, 3 bedrooms plus study (which could also be used as a guest room) and two bathrooms.

Your comfort is assured with gas central heating, air-conditioning, and a freestanding wood heater for extra warmth and ambience.

The north-facing backyard is a true highlight, a haven for young and old alike, where you can play or sit quietly to take in the serenity of the lawns and flowering shrubbery. It includes a natural gas BBQ and outdoor dining area. Bird life abounds with blackbirds, magpies and a family of king parrots being regular visitors.

Situated near Riawena Oval with easy access to Westlea walking tracks and the Northern Distributor. Close to Duntryleague and Wentworth Golf Courses, and within zone for Calare Primary and Orange High Schools.

This much-loved home is ready to live in now, with scope to add your own style and value.

fully air conditioned throughout and the 30 panel 13.2 kW solar system saves money.

The many extra features here deliver the lifestyle that you deserve so don’t miss this one.

Price Guide: $1,380,000 - $1,430,000

Space and breathtaking views.

• 8 bedrooms with walk-in wardrobes

• Master wing with ensuite, lounge and study

• Modern kitchen with butler’s pantry

• Ducted heating/cooling & electric fireplace

• 11.2KW solar system, 120,000L water tank & bore with pump

• Fully fenced with double garage & treelined driveway.

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Lifestyle acres in Millthorpe.

Nestled on the outskirts of the charming and historic village of Millthorpe, this lifestyle block offers the perfect blend of rural living and convenience.

• 17.5 x 9m steel frame shed with living quarters

• Building entitlement locked in with DA approval

• A dam, rainwater tank and troughs providing secure water supply

• Steel cattle yards.

Productive mixed grazing enterprise.

• 1,167* Acres of highly efficient backgrounding and finishing country.

• 1,194 ML Bore and river irrigation entitlement

• Three-stand StockPro shed, Prattley yards, loading ramp & dual covered race

• Extensive working infrastructure

• Two renovated homesteads.

D’Arcy 0401 612 996

With the 32 ac of land, the north-easterly views, and the potential to run livestock like horses, sheep, or cattle, it seems like the perfect rural lifestyle setting. The location, 20 km from the centre of Molong, offers a balance of privacy and accessibility.

• Near complete 3 bedroom shed house

• Large spring fed dam, registered shared bore and two large rainwater tanks

• Fencing is stock proof.

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3:30-4:00 49EVESLANE,MILLTHORPE 1 1 $770,000 ONE AGENCY

10:00-10:30 57ORCHARDGROVEROAD 4 2 - $590,000-$620,000

10:3-11:00 16KOORONGAAVENUE 3 1 1 $660,000

11:00-11:30 4/71AMOULDERSTREET 3 2 1 $825,000-$850,000

12:00-12:30 1/25HUGHESSTREET 4 2 2 $1,300,000-$1,325,000

ORANGE PROPERTY PLUS

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10.45-11.15 4/42-44MARCHSTREET 2 1 1 $599,000-$639,000

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10:00-10:30 125MARCHSTREET, ORANGE 4 2 1 $1,650,000-$1,750,000

10:00-10:30 138MARCHSTREET, ORANGE 3 1 1 $1,000,000-$1,100,000

10:00-10:30 16KOORONGAAVENUE 3 1 1 $629,000

10:45-11:15 51KOORONGAAVENUE 5 2 2 $800,000-$850,000

11:00-11:30 4/71AMOULDERSTREET 3 2 1 $825,000-$850,000

11:00-11:30 4ELIZAPLACE, ORANGE 4 2 2 $875,000-$925,000

12:00-12:30 1/25HUGHESSTREET, ORANGE 4 2 2 $1,300,000-$1,325,000

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Kids Talk

Name and age: Mia, 9 turning 10

Who is your favourite teacher? Mrs Goninan, because she always helps us when we need help.

What’s your favourite subject at school? Maths and Art. I like working out maths problems, and in art you can design whatever you want.

What’s your favourite TV show? The Inbestigators

What’s something that makes you really happy? Seeing my friends.

What’s something that your parents always say to you? Tidy your room!

What is your favourite thing to do in the holidays? Going to Newcastle to see my family. My grandparents are there.

If you were a superhero, what would your superpower be?

Teleportation. So I don’t have to go on long drives, I can just teleport there.

NEW WAY TO ENTER OUR REGULAR COMPETITIONS

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FACE IN THE CROWD

LastWeek’sAnswer: Page7

By DALLAS REEVES

Gigging is life for Millthorpe couple Jason and Chloe Roweth, who have enjoyed a 30-year-long career with repeat bookings at music festivals across the world.

Jason is a singer and guitar player, who also tells life stories and poems. Chloe is a talented vocalist, and also plays mandolin and concertina as a speciality: she can essentially turn her hand to anything with strings.

Performing as Chloe and Jason Roweth, the pair specialise in folk and roots, and original songs, but also have a variety of performance acts. ‘Furphy’s Law’ incorporates a bit more “old-style bush entertainment” with “improbable stories from reputable sources” interwoven with music, while ‘Easy Jim’ is an opportunity for the pair’s love of Grateful Dead and Bob Dylan, Robert Hunter, and Jerry Garcia to shine, featuring 1960s and 70s American music.

Growing up in a traditional family where his father worked as a farmhand across various Western NSW properties, Jason felt the world “opened up” when he ﬁrst heard music.

“It was an instant obsession, life-changing,” Jason said. “It was the ﬁrst time I felt like life was enough. As soon as I realised what music made me feel like, I had a plan that’s what I would like to do with my life.”

Jason and Chloe ﬁrst met in Sydney in 1991.

Originally from South Africa, Chloe moved to Australia when she was 11.

“Chloe is a constant source of inspiration,” Jason said. “She is an incredible singer… she just has a natural talent to get a tune going. Within no time at all, we just realised that playing together was very easy. We’ve been able to call it a career for 30 years.”

Jason is also an educator through campﬁre music, stories and dance, and has worked with more than 200,000 children while working with school groups of all ages at Bathurst Goldﬁelds on Mount Panorama, Bathurst.

However, he never had formal lessons himself, and admitted taking gigs while he was relatively inexperienced.

“My theory has always been ‘Just say yes and work out how’,” he said. “As soon as I was playing, I was gigging. It’s a great, fast – sometimes brutal – way to learn!”

He loves 1950s rock and roll, and the Beatles. Jason also enjoys punk music of the 1970s and heavy rock and roll.

The ﬁrst big gig he watched was Midnight Oil in 1983

Gigging is life for the Roweths

at The Hordern Pavillion, Sydney. Jeﬀ Buckley was a 1990s inspiration, while blues performers Skip James and Howlin’ Wolf are other musical inﬂuences. Aboriginal acts like the Warumpi Band and Kev Carmody are also favourites of Jason’s.

After leaving Sydney, Jason and Chloe have been based in Millthorpe since 2002.

While COVID-19 meant the temporary disappearance of live performances, the Roweth family didn’t mind the break after travelling from gig to gig for so long previously.

They were able to turn their attention to making records and videos for the online audience. He said what many people don’t realise is that people stopped buying albums around the same time, which was one-third of Roweth Music’s income. Subscription models and merchandise sales have replaced some of that income, he said, but festivals and concerts are getting less pre-sales than usual, which aﬀects operating budgets.

“The positive is that people are wanting to support music. It’s not the ﬁrst time in our career we’ve had to stay light on our feet and make sure we are ﬂexible enough to go where the music wants to go. As long as we can play music we love, we are happy.”

They have been playing a lot locally in 2025. Jason’s favourite Central West venue is the Prince of Wales Opera House in Gulgong, the oldest still-operating opera house in the Southern Hemisphere.

“It’s the most extraordinary place to go and sing,” Jason said. “It’s just stunning for anything acoustic, or near acoustic.”

The Taproom at Badlands Brewery, Orange, is another location Jason enjoys, while noting that Orange has a variety of quality places to play.

“The scene is really happening at the moment,” he said. “While a lot of our work is people listening to us in concert, I also like playing music when people are having a beer and a yarn. That’s a hard thing to get right, but they have it working well in there (Taproom at Badlands). They’re curating it so well, with a funky atmosphere.”

Jason enjoys history, First Australian cultural stories, and watching rugby league and cricket. Chloe is an avid gardener. The pair have two teen children, Oliver and Joanna, who are both skilled poets. Joanna also loves music history.

“We are a creative family,” Jason said. “We just like playing music together. And playing music with and for audiences.”

Jason and Chloe Roweth at Old Errowanbang Woolshed.

PHOTOS: ANDREW HULL.

Jason Roweth with wife Chloe has made a career out of music. Gigging is life for the pair.

LOVE A FAIR WEDDING POP UP!

By CEC TILBURG

Spring is now officially upon us and that means wedding season! To help inspire those couples getting married, thinking about getting married or those who just love all things wedding, Orange City Centre hosted their very first Love A Fair – Wedding Pop-Up event on Saturday, August 30t.

The pop-up event brought together 15 incredible vendors to help inspire people as they plan their perfect dayor next special function. From styling and photography to cakes and floral arrangements, there was plenty to explore!

Orange City Centre hosted its very first Love A Fair Wedding Pop Up on Saturday, August 30.

Addie and Laura Cole - Laura Cole Photography.

Shey Trek and Theo, Firecracker Photo Booths. Tanya McDonald of Tanya McDonald Weddings.

Julie Herbert of Julie Herbert Millinery.

Donna Susan Sharp Marriage Celebrate and wedding cakes.

Alissa Pop and Bella Woodroff - Radiant Beauty by Alissa, and Hair by Bella.

Justine Hall, Weddings@Duntry.

Chloe Gray Alterations.

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SPORTS CAM: JUNIOR NETBALL

By CEC TILBURG

Our young netballers were excited to take the court on Wednesday at the PCYC outdoor courts after their games had been washed out the previous week. Although the weather didn’t look promising at the start of the day, the rain cleared just in time, allowing play to go ahead ˗ even though the afternoon turned out quite bitter. These enthusiastic 8 and 9-year-olds are building their skills and confidence, preparing to transition into the older age groups next season.

SPORTSNEWS

Tenpin Bowling HEAD PIN

with Bob Taylor

The High Roller champion was Lachlan Turner, who scored a fantastic score of 280 (PB).

Let’s commence this week with a look at the Wednesday 7.30pm league where Khye Downey scored a wonderful 148 over average, and he was followed by Joshua Johnstone from the Monday 6.30pm league who scored 128 over average, then came Kane Spirit-Jones from the Monday 7.30pm league with 125 over average, and ﬁnally, there was Milo Lees from the Thursday 7.30pm league with 109 over average for the series.

Star Bowler of the week and winner of the Auto Wash compliments of Race Track Car Wash was Khye Downey who scored that great 148 over average for the series.

The High Roller champion and winner of the three free practice games was Lachlan Turner who scored a fantastic score of 280 (PB).

And as always, there were plenty trying to beat Lachlan, among them being Greg Shapter 211, Joshua Johnstone 279 (PB), Matthew Carroll 229, Blair Morris 224, Joseph Talidong 217, Kane Spirit-Jones 223, Jayden Christoﬀ 256, Jordan Trenholm 202, Brock Gallagher 228, Tyson Morris 231 (PB), Marilyn Schwenke 202, Liam Whitton 210, Khye Downey 227, Sam Bennett 210, Allan Lickiewicz 226 and Jason Kelly 212.

Our Almost Made it Hero and winner of the gift certiﬁcate from Kings Takeaway at Greengate was Rebecca Walkom who scored a wonderful 188 (PB). As this score was 80 over average, Rebecca was named the fourth Female of note for August.

And there are plenty feelings the pangs of hunger among them including Kruz Carnie 126, Emma McCulloch 152, Elijah Gouge 116,

The Female of Note for August was Rebecca Walkom.

James Barlow 196, Matthew Harris 178, Damien Barrett 179, Kerrie Blowes 162, Dawn Wilkie 149, Liz Campbell 161, Ian Middleton 191, Tiani Crear 137, Verona Gavin 184, Vickie Matthew 145, Dustin Southwell 150, Taz Brown 172, Scott Hollamby 147 and Hunter Press 179.

Not to be left out there was also Marisa Belmonte 180, Jan Duﬀ 162, Michelle Carroll 172, Oliver Davis 165, Neville Barden 165, Xavier Rowley 131, Paddy Keen 125, Noah Alcorn 134, Rachel Johnson 179, Michael Selmes 181, Sue Pagett 177, Jacqui Smith 148, Gary Stedman 189, Jacob Johnstone 160 (PB), Jody Murphy 136, Connor Warner 131, Steph James 144 and Janine Formby 184 (PB).

Junior of the week and winner of the free game compliments of the Tenpin Bowl, Jacob Johnstone, whose score of 160 (PB) was 58 over average.

The Female of Note for August and winner of the gift certiﬁcate from MJ’s All Hair-All Occasions was Rebecca Walkom, whose score you have already read about was 160 (PB) and 58 over average.

The fourth Man of the Moment for August was Khye Downey whose score of 227 (PB) was 77 over average and part of his 148 over average for the series. But (drum roll please) the Man of the Moment for August and winner of the voucher from Guys Cuts was `Justin Smart who earlier in the month scored 268 (PB), which was 81 over average and part of his 185 over average for the series.

Country Club BOWLS NOTES

Greetings from Coonabarabran!

NSW State Pairs entries are now available on BowlsLink, if you have trouble accessing the portal please see Neil Higgins for more information.

Hoping our members who are on the sick as well as the recovery list are on the mend. Our thoughts are with you all.

Tuesday 2nd and Saturday 6th September, please call, Jim Finn on 0418 651 382, Peter Wright 0427 8113 220, or the club 63613210. Names in by 11:30pm for a 12:30pm start.

Our sponsored Mixed Pairs event by Adia Care begins Saturday, 13 September 2025. Nominations for the clubs Major Singles are now on the board. Players who played in the Minor Singles are eligible to play in this championship event. All Nomination sheets on the shelf in the alcove.

Tuesday Socials had over 40 bowlers. Raﬄe winner were Darryl West, Jan Fenwick and Daris Vardanega.

Lucky rink winners were a draw shared by Paul McFarland, Darcy Warren and Bob Jenkins.

Unfortunates were Bernie King, Marg Henry and Justin Whaley.

Lucky consolation winning rink: Carl

Jager, Simon Kempson and Pat Neiwendyk. 100 Club Winners were 1st Bob Jenkins, 2nd Peter Wright and 3rd Justin Whaley. The jackpot was not won.

Saturday was not played due to inclement weather.

Over the weekend, our club was represented in the State Senior Fours. The team of Ian Carr, Phil McGarity, Nev Seton, and Roger Annis-Brown reached the ﬁnal but were beaten by Dubbo Macquarie.

The club also had a team in the BPL playoff s in Parkes, with Greg Campbell, Ash Beadel, and Geoff Lockwood advancing to the finals later in the year.

Sue Gore has got her 2026 calendar on sale if anyone is interested, please see, Sue. If there are people interested in gaining their umpire or markers accreditation, please contact President, Phil McGarity on 0418 277 418

Bowls Etiquette tips:

Key actions include acknowledging good shots, not crowding the head, being ready for your turn, and oﬀering to buy a drink for your opponent after the game.

Happy bowling!

ORANGE CITY WOMEN’S BOWLS NOTES

The second round of the Minor Singles were played last week. Laurel Duﬀ y played a strong game, winning over Maria Crawford, and Kristeen Oates also played well to secure a birth in the ﬁnal, winning over Toosje Webster.

Four rinks of social triples and Pairs were also played on the day. The overall winners of the day drawn from the cards were: Jan Selwood and Marianne Boers (Well deserved after a huge win).

The lucky losers, also drawn from the cards, were Toosje Webster and marker Sheryl Jenkins.

Sending best wishes to all those on our sick and or injured list, hoping you’re all well soon.

Thinking of taking up lawn bowls? If so, we have free coaching by an accredited coach on Wednesday mornings at 10am or by appointment, text Sue on 0409 522 099 or contact The Orange City Bowling Club.

ORANGE EX-SERVICES’ COUNTRY CLUB MENS BOWLS NEWS

Winners of the BPL Cup played in Parkes. Geo Lockwood, Ash Bedel and Greg Campbell.

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Women’s Golf

Last Tuesday was very much about having fun on the Golf course. The competition was named ‘Three sticks and a putter.’ This meant participants could choose those clubs, whichever they thought would give them the best chance of covering all options whilst they played their round.

Most people chose a large wood to drive and perhaps use on the fairway, then a favourite iron and then one to pitch and help in bunkers, as well as the putter. The scores that came in were surprisingly very good with some saying the rest of their clubs would now be oﬀered up for sale!

Wendy Reid scored 40 Stableford points and was the winner of Division 1, whilst Val Durak came in with 42 and was the winner of Division 2.

Sponsors for the day were members Janet Appleby and Dot Beasley. Thank you, Janet and Dot, for your generosity.

Next Tuesday’s event is Captain’s team versus President’s team which always sparks some interest.

And stay tuned for the results of the Canobolas Cup. The finals are scheduled for Thursday together with the finals of the Consolation Cup which have been played over five weeks.

SPORTSNEWS

Congratulations to Sophie Charge on reaching 100 runs – a huge milestone!

Orange Runners Club News

Sydney Marathon Results: Some familiar ORC faces were spotted at the Sydney Marathon over the weekend with some cracking performances.

Congratulations to Hugh Daintith, who took on the 10km and recorded a new PB of 37:46. Great work!

Congratulations also to:

Marathoners: Lauren Reid – 2:43:06; Brett Rosser – 2:59:30; Zac Rosser –3:02:01; Warwick Blackwell – 3:29:28; Nicola Blore – 3:37:52; Mitch Essex –3:40:45; Tom Satterthwaite – 3:44:01; Phil Cranney – 3:51:44; Sarah Snowy –5:07:18; Melanie Pearce – 5:15:36, and Ayako Kusui – 3:59:46.

10K: Hugh Daintith – 37:46 and Mark Thomas – 42:45.

A huge congratulations to all – what

an eﬀort! We know there may be more ORC members who took part, so if we’ve missed you, please let us know your results so we can share them too. And how good do those Sydney Marathon medals look!

ORC Results – Sunday 31 August 2025

What a diﬀerence a day makes –after Saturday’s snow, we had Sunday sunshine, which made for perfect running conditions at Elephant Park, where 78 runners joined in!

Achievement Medal: Congratulations to Sophie Charge on reaching 100 runs – a huge milestone!

Course Records

9.6km Male – New Course Record by Jack Daintith – 32:33 (Previous

record: Nathan Sutherland, 33:37 on 13/08/2023).

ORC Results – Wednesday 27 August 2025

A great turnout with 58 runners hitting the track at Elephant Park last week.

Top Women: Kinisha Roweth – 13:34; Kinga Diemar – 13:46; and Jessica Curran – 14:03.

Top Men: Jack Daintith – 9:24; Mark Thomas – 12:14; and Jeremy Holland – 13:24.

Personal Bests

Big congratulations to Melissa Harding and Jeremy Holland, who both ran PBs on Wednesday – fantastic eﬀort!

Congratulations to Hugh Daintith, who recorded a new PB of 37:46 in the 10km in Sydney on the weekend.

In Loving Memory of Judith Ann de Rooy

02.01.1957 ~ 02.09.2023

A strong, positive and independent woman. It’s been two years since I lost you, but it feels like yesterday. The pain is no less now than it was that day.

I miss you badly

In Loving Memory of

Nothing could be more beautiful, Than the memories we have of you, To us they’re very precious Because they are of you.

Love from Mark, Jasmine and family

07.09.2011

Carolyn Davis

Love always Gerry Missing Mama

Fourteen years have passed since you went away

The moment that you left me, my heart was split in two. One side was filled with memories, the other died with you. I often lay awake at night, when the world is fast asleep. And take a walk down memory lane with tears upon my cheek. Remembering you is easy, I do it every day. But missing you is a heartache, that never goes away. I hold you tightly within my heart, and there you shall remain. Life has gone on without you, but it can never, ever, be the same.

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THUMBS

THUMBS UP to the lady on the front desk at Service NSW. I’m an elderly lady and she was so beautiful and treated me like gold.

THUMBS DOWN to the parking patrol oﬃcers who parked in a disabled parking space in Lords Place to walk across the road and issue a ﬁne for a vehicle just 15 minutes after the area in which it was parked reverted to an extension of the taxi rank.

THUMBS UP to Patricia Cole, who has owned our Hobbysew store in Orange for 25 years. People come from far and wide to visit the store, which is a little treasure of craft , art and quilting supplies. She also hosts sewing groups throughout the week at the store, giving the local community a place to meet.

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FACE IN THE CROWD

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Winner: Richard Gilchrist

THUMBS UP to Jannine and Makayla in the Children’s ward of Orange Health Service for showing such care to my granddaughter while in hospital, not only were they warm and friendly, but Jannine bought my granddaughter and her mum a movie ticket each on her day of release so which brought a smile to her face. Many thanks and wonderful to see such fantastic staﬀ in our hospital.

THUMBS UP to Belinda. After becoming bogged in my motorhome, I had to resort riding my push-bike to meet my obligations. I’d been riding for two-and-a-half half hours laden with luggage and doing it really hard along Rivers Road, 15 kilometres from Canowindra, when I asked a young lady leaving her property if she could give me a lift into town. She was only heading down the road a kilometre, so she declined apologetically. But 10 minutes later, as I pushed my bike up hill, she pulls up opposite me and says she will be back shortly to pick me up after dropping some things back at the farm. Thank you, Belinda! That was wonderful of you!

THUMBS DOWN to the elderly man driving near Canobolas High who became frustrated at the congestion at the roundabout. If you had bothered looking, there was an L-plater having some diﬃculties. Please show a little patience, we were all learning at some stage.

A BIG Thumbs up to Sean and staﬀ at the CWL Orange and Kylie at the Newcastle Permanent for the help they provided in setting up an Orange Branch of the Fellowship of Australian Writers. We now have a wonderful space to meet to share and support writing and writers in Orange!

THUMBS UP to Sixt rent a car Orange, especially Lachlan, for going above and beyond to help us get home after a car hire. Much appreciated.

A BIG Thumbs Up to the Town Square Motel. Friendly people and a lovely, comfortable, safe room at a reasonable price. I was in Orange for a medical appointment and stayed there overnight. The meal from the Metropolitan Hotel was excellent, too.

The Thumbs represent thoughts and opinions of readers and do not necessarily reﬂect those of Orange City Life. Every care is taken not to publish thumbs that are considered derogatory or defamatory in nature . Please note that thumbs may be edited for clarity, space or legal reasons.

Today at Orange City Life, we are launching a new, easy way to enter our regular competitions and giving readers another chance to win each and every week!

We previously mentioned that we would be making a few tweaks to our entry process, as recent staffing changes highlighted the fact that we really need to streamline things a little bit.

Currently, we accept competition entries via email, regular mail and in person, with entries coming in to us written on envelopes or scraps of paper. It’s a fair bit to sort through on a busy deadline day, plus we end up with a pile of paper entries that go straight to the recycling bin.

Just keeping on top of the email entries is nearly a full-time job. So starting this week, we are moving to a more simplified and mostly paperless entry system.

To enter, all you do is scan the QR code you’ll find on our competition page, and it

will take you to a form where you can fill in your name, contact details and competition answers - it’s that simple! We have run many popular one-off competitions like this over the past two years (like our recent ticket giveaway to The Fire Set), so we know you are familiar with how it works.

Don’t panic! We don’t want to stop any of our readers from being able to enter, and for now, you can continue to enter as before if you wish.

BUT, as a little incentive for those who do enter via the QR code, we are offering a chance to win another great prize!

Every entry submitted via the QR code will go in the draw for a chance to win a $20 food and beverage voucherat the Orange City Bowling Club (gaming excluded).

That means whether you are putting in an entry for Find Pinny, What Am I Watching?, Face In The Crowd, or Name That Business, you will also go in the draw to win $20 to treat yourself to a great meal at the Orange Bowlo Bistro We will also pin a link to the

competition entry form on our Facebook page.

If you have any trouble placing an entry, feel free to get in touch with us. For those of our readers who prefer to enter in person, we can walk you through the process in our office and will even have an entry point set up for you.

New way to enter our regular competitions How it works

1. Scan the QR code you’ll find on our competitions page.

2.Enter your name and contact details.

3.Submit your competition answers.

Automatically go into an additional draw for a chance to win a $20 Orange Bowlo Club Voucher!

Submit your competition entries via our online form for a chance to win a $20 voucher to spend as you choose at the Orange City Bowling Club.

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CROSSWORD

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4 Valuation (9)

9 Reddish purple (7)

10 Of that (7)

11 Dare (9)

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25 City in southern France (7)

26 Late (7)

27 Secretions (9)

28 Eyelid inflammations (5)

DOWN

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2 Characteristic (9)

3 Waterway (5)

4 Versus (7)

5 Model (7)

6 Facilities of a building (9)

7 Colander (5)

8 Way of living (9)

13 Bewitch (9)

14 Artworks (9)

15 Unhurriedly (9)

17 Launch a tirade at (3,4)

18 Times of the year (7)

21 Excuse (5)

23 Shoals (5)

12 Fancies (5)

13 Common viral infection (3)

14 Possibly (11)

16 Experts (11)

19 Born (3)

20 Unfit (5)

apostrophes or plural nouns ending in ‘s’.

To solve

3 LETTERS ADO

7 LETTERS AGAINST ENTWINE IGUANAS MANGOES TORPEDO VINTAGE

24 Lees (5) SOLUTION

8 LETTERS ELONGATE OBSTRUCT ORDAINED OVERTAKE

6 LETTERS CRANES GENRES SAUNAS WAITED

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