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SUBSCRIPTIONS
SNOWPOST JUNE/JULY 2017
SNOWPOST JULY/AUGUST 2017
PUBLIC NOTICE
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Notice of Ongoing 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ongoing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baiting programs for the control of wild dogs and foxes from 20 September 2017 to 19 March 2018. These programs are part of an integrated pest animal control strategy, which also includes trapping and shooting, aimed at minimising the impacts of these pests on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will be conducted in the Snowy Plain, Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong, and, the Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park: Denison, Eucumbene; Happy Jacks; Snowy Plain; Kalkite Mountain; Thredbo Valley; Moonbah; Ingebyra; Paupong; Numbla Vale; and Corrowong. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong Nature Reserve.
All baiting locations will be identifiable to the public through signage erected around the baited areas.
Domestic pets are highly susceptible to 1080 poison. Dogs, cats and other pets and domestic animals are not permitted on NPWS estate.
For more information please contact the Jindabyne NPWS office: (02) 6450 5555
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ABORIGINAL CULTURAL HERITAGE ASSESSMENT
– PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS TO WIDOWS INLET BOAT RAMP, LAKE JINDABYNE
Snowy Monaro Regional Council is proposing to improve public facilities at the Widows Inlet boat ramp on the western shores of Lake Jindabyne in southern NSW. Previous Aboriginal cultural heritage assessments in the immediate area have recorded Aboriginal objects which may be impacted by the proposed improvements.
Pursuant to Aboriginal consultation requirements under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 [as amended], Aboriginal people and organisations with cultural associations to the area are invited to register interest in a community consultation process. The purpose of the consultation is to assist Council in preparing an Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit application should one be required, and to assist the CEO of the Office of Environment and Heritage in making a determination on the application.
If you wish to be consulted please register an interest by contacting Sue Feary on 0428342758 or by email suefeary@hotkey.net.au by 4 October 2017
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Notice of AGM
Berridale Chamber of Commerce
Monday, 16th October 6pm
Location TBA - please contact the Chamber for further information.
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COOMA DAY VIEW CLUB LUNCHEON
Thursday 28th September
Cooma Ex-Services Club
11.30 am for 12noon
Bookings call Pat 64523604
...and yet, the Global Ban on this 1080 horror is still in place. Are we above the wisdom of the WHO?
Will kill Dingos too, which is exactly what the cretins in NSW NPWS want !
this is pure evil
James Moore Will Moore
Position available at Boyce Chartered Accountants
POSITIONS VACANT
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Administration Officer
An excellent career opportunity has arisen within Dongwha Timbers Bombala. This position is ideal for a dedicated and highly motivated individual.
The successful applicant will be a key member of our Administration team.
The successful applicant must possess excellent communication skills and sound knowledge of administration tasks/duties.
Time management and customer service skills are essential elements of this role and the successful applicant will combine these with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and ability to work to deadlines. It is desired that the successful applicant have excellent computer skills including strong excel skills and experience in data entry.
Dongwha Timbers is an equal opportunity employer. The successful applicant will be required to complete a full medical examination which includes a drug and alcohol screen test. The position is available for immediate commencement.
Further details relating to this position are available by contacting Dillon at Dongwha Timbers Bombala on (02) 6459 5506.
Written applications to be sent to PO Box 146, Bombala NSW 2632 or email your resume to dillon.jones@dongwha.com.
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Contract Administrator
Multiple award winning residential builder seeks full-time Contract Administrator to work in Thredbo. Experience with cost-plus contracts will be highly regarded. Great opportunity for career progression.
Send resume to: bc.recruitment@outlook.com
or contact Steve on 0409 625 314.
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COOMA COUNTRY AND BOWLS CLUB have a position vacant for a Chef/Cook, commencing 27th September 2017.
Enquiries to Wayne on 0407 784 460.
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Monaro Community Access Service
A fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to work with a Cooma based Non-Government organisation working in the Snowy Mountains area.
Position: Permanent Part-time Case Worker (min 60 hours per fortnight)
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
• Certificate IV Community Services/ Welfare (minimum), or working towards relevant qualification or substantial industry experience
• Experience in case management
• Satisfactory employment check and medical declaration
• Address specific Selection Criteria
Location: Cooma
Wages: Classification based on experience and education under the SCHADS award 2010.
Closing Date: Friday, 6th October 2017.
Contact: For further information or to apply for position contact MCAS on (02) 6452 6174 or email lambiest@tpg.com.au
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JUNIOR RECEPTIONIST TRAINEESHIP
The Sharp Street Surgery is looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and self-motivated person who is interested in a traineeship.
This is a great opportunity for a school leaver wanting
office work experience.
The successful applicant will be trained and mentored through their traineeship over 12 months.
Start date: 02 January 2018
Full-time hours: 35 hours/week, 9am-5pm
Monday - Friday with study time included
Paid to study Business Administration Cert lll
Requirements: Attention to detail and ability to multi task and
an ability to adapt to a busy environment
To apply for the position, please email your application to:
Jenny Dorahy
practice.manager@sharpstsurgery.com.au
Applications close 4pm, Friday 22 September 2017
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CAFE’ MANAGER NEEDED
Cafe’ looking for experienced, comitted and passionate Cafe manager. Candidate should be able to work rotating roster and weekends. We are looking for candidates who have experience at Managerial level in hospitality industry. The opportunites exist for a dyamic, motivated candidate with minimum Diploma qualification in business or management discipline.
Responsibilites:
• Planning and creating menus in consultation with Chef and owner
• Arranging the purchasing and pricing of goods according to budget
• Maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions
• Ensuring dining facilities comply with health regulations and are clean, functional and of suitable appearance.
• Conferring with customers to assess their satisfaction with meals and service
• Selecting, training and supervising waiting and kitchen staff
• Greet guests and assist in taking orders.
55,000 per annum plus super - depending on skills and qualification
Succesfull candidate must have:
• Experience in restaurant and diploma or advanced diploma in qualification in business/management discipline.
• Great financial skills and knowledge in cost control and budgets.
• Well communication skills and knowledge in cost control and budgets.
• Well communications skills and flexible at work.
• Commitment to stay with business for long period of time (at least 2 years).
Please note: We highly prefer qualified candidates who are Australian Citizens or Australian Permanent residents. Candidate can communicate more than one languages is a strength (Thai or Vietnamese).
Please leave your CV at our location: 123 Sharp Street, Cooma, NSW 2630 or send it to the email: troyguyen86@gmail.com or do not hesitate to contact us on 0452 646 371.
Come join us at the Bombala Rotary Spring Market.
With over 120 stalls, it is sure to be a fun filled day out with the family!
“Haere Mai”
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2162 Monaro Highway, Cooma NSW
$880,000
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390 ACRES–MONARO HIGHWAY FARM
Rural listing in the Cooma – Bredbo corridor, 50 minutes from Canberra.
“Haere Mai” offers 388 acres of open undulating grazing land with 5 acres established lucerne flats.
Watered by spring fed dams, tanks and troughs. Divided into ten paddocks, all fenced. Eight bay farm shed, hay shed plus set of sheep yards. ½ kilometre frontage to Monaro Highway.
Quality three bedroom, two-bathroom country home with three garages and carport. 6.5 kwt back up solar system.
Sit on the lovely front verandah and enjoy the great views to and over river lands, farms and mountains.
15 minutes’ drive to Cooma, just over the hour to the ski fields and 1.5 hours to the Sapphire Coast.
“Haere Mai” will tick all the boxes, if you are looking for convenient location, secure water, sound improvements and acres.
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Boller & Company
6452 4155
www.bollerco.com.au
Beautifully styled, peaceful acreage living
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288 Bidgee Road, Cooma Buyers Guide: $580,000 - $620,000
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Bidgee road is a popular and picturesque small acreage area, just 10 minutes (max) to the centre of Cooma. This property is located at the end of the sealed road section and is positioned high on the block to capture the unobstructed northerly views down the valley and of the beautiful mountains in the distance. Including 37 acres of mostly native land and surroundings there is some further subdivision potential (STCA) or just enjoy the space and privacy that the land provides to this magnificently styled home.
FEATURES INCLUDE:
• Uniquely designed western Red Cedar and weather board home with magnificent natural light and high ceilings;
• The home has been fully renovated and presents in new condition throughout;
• Multiple large living areas over two levels, ideal for family living;
• The option of four or five bedrooms all very spacious and filled with natural light;
• The main living combines in a open plan a modern kitchen looking over a formal sitting area and dining;
• Beautiful windows throughout capture the views;
• Two spacious bathrooms on the main living level and a third on the lower level services a very large rumpus room;
• Wood and electric heating – surrounding verandahs.
This home is a very unique property in a quiet and picturesque area of Cooma.
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Fergusson Real Estate & Property
6452 7004
www.fergussonrealestate.com.au
Ideal first home or investment opportunity
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96 Bombala Street, Cooma Asking $279,000
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Handy location to main CBD and positioned across from the hospital, this tastefully renovated home presents as a great home or investment ready to occupy.
Great features include:
• Recent renovations inside and out has produced a fresh, bright & modern property in a great location;
• 3 spacious bedrooms, main with built-ins
• Open plan kitchen, dining & lounge boasts beautiful natural light
• Modern kitchen, modern bathroom, laundry under house with 2nd toilet
• Natural gas heating in lounge room - beautiful aspect with great natural light
• Side lane access, garage & carport and fully fenced level rear yard
• The property has been an investment for the current owner with weekly rental return at $295.
Don’t miss out on this neat as a pin home, call for an inspection today.
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Fergusson Real Estate & Property
6452 7004
www.fergussonrealestate.com.au
ONE by ONE properties are selling
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The market is flying along, stock is down then add spring to the equation which is typically the busiest buying period this can only mean NOW is the perfect time to sell your property.
In the last month I have received accepted offers on a number of properties.
So if you are having trouble finding a buyer or considering putting your property on the market give me a call I can give you an honest market appraisal. This will go a long way in getting a sale for you in the short term.
I am also offering free advertising so the only cost to me from you will be upon a successful sale of your property. So you really have nothing to lose.
I have genuine buyers on my books waiting for the right property to come along.
Give me a call or drop into my office at 45 Vale Street for a chat about selling your home.
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One Agency Craig Schofield
6452 6121
oneagency.com.au
Family tested and approved
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5 Amaroo Street, Cooma
Reduced to $279,000
3 Bed , 2 Bath , 2 Car
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The modern design and clever lay out of this three bedroom, two bathroom house with open plan kitchen/living/dining will definitely impress you. The home has been beautifully renovated with recently updated kitchen ready to enjoy the wonderful views. Another feature is an ensuite off the main bedroom. Family friendly you will not have to waste your weekend gardening leaving you plenty of time to play with the kids. This fabulous home is simply ‘neat as a pin’ with nothing to do except move in and start living the lifestyle.
Cladded exterior, large carport and single car garage the property has it all not to forget the wood heater and natural gas backup should it be required.
The property faces north to provide the much needed winter sun and light into the living room. It is ideally located in a quiet street amongst good neighbours and close to schools and a child care centre.
There is nothing to spend at all; it’s completely ready for an owner or tenant to move straight in!
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One Agency Craig Schofield
6452 6121
oneagency.com.au
Stunning lake views
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14 Rainbow Street Old Adaminaby
3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathrooms, 1 Car Spaces
• $339,000
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This well maintained two bedroom home is set on the high side of the street with stunning views over Lake Eucumbene and to the Snowy Mountains.
Sit on the covered front deck and enjoy the never-ending vista.
• Two bedrooms and bunk room
• One bathroom with separate toilet
• Open plan kitchen, dining and lounge room
• Electric stove and hot water
• New wood heater plus reverse cycle air-conditioning
• Two garages. Single lock up garage that will fit a 6m boat at the back of the property. Double garage underneath the home plus heaps of storage
• The option of purchasing the home on a walk in/ walk out basis
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Fisk & Nagle
6452 4043
www.realestatecooma.com.au
AGM
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The Monaro Air Rifle club will hold it's AGM, Saturday the 21st October, 4pm, at the club house.
All members welcome to attend.
For further information please contact Tracy on 0400 871 631
THANK YOU
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The family of the late Lillian Goodyer wish to sincerely thank our community especially the staff of Currawarna, for their unwavering kindness and caring whilst mum was a resident.
Thank you also to the Doctors and staff of Bombala Hospital
for their treatment during her short illness and for everyone’s support, compassion and expressions of sympathy during our time of sorrow.
Mum will be sadly missed by us all, but her memory will forever live on in our hearts.
Please accept this as the family’s personal thanks for the loving support of a wonderful community at this difficult time.
Mum, Nan and Great Nan we love you so much, more than chocolate, and will miss you more than words can say.
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Stephen Alexander Thorp
9.10.71 - 23.07.17
To all my dear friends and relations who rang, visited, brought food and flowers and generally offered support on the loss of Stephen, thank you from the bottom of my heart.
With special thanks to Cooma Flower Shop and Monbeef.
Lurline Thorp
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Maria Basic would like to thank everyone for their help on and
after her husband Alic Basic died on the 15th July 2017 in a tragic accident. Would also like to thank every one for the help in moving to her sons home. He was buried in Canberra on the 25th July the day they were moving back to Bosnia. Let us all remember him.
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The family of the late CHRISS TUCKER would like to express their sincere thanks to everyone who expressed sympathy after his passing.
The family would like to especially thank the Sharp Street Surgery, Cooma Hospital and the Cooma Lions Club.
Bombala welcomes Nola
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Nola Bowen believes that life is “not just about what you do, but finding the right place to do it”, and she knows she has found a good fit with Bombala.
Nola is the Group Manager of Governance for the Snowy Monaro Regional Council, and has been based in the Bombala office since July.
Her role is a complex one that encompasses Corporate Governance (involving legislation, regulations and policies) right through to Information Technology, Geographical Information Systems, Records Management and Customer Service.
Nola comes to the area from the Hunter region, where she has built years of experience in project management, risk management, business improvement and transformation.
And her being based in Bombala is a positive thing in more ways than one.
“From Council’s point of view, we wanted to make sure that there was a senior presence right throughout the region, not just at the larger sites, and I won’t be the only group manager here,” Nola said.
“We hope that communities can see that the intention is to keep a significant presence right across the region. We don’t want all group managers at just one site, and we all have teams spread throughout the entire region.”
This means that Nola herself spends around half of her time in Bombala, and the other half working from the various other Council sites around the Snowy Monaro.
“It’s a busy time at Council, we have a lot of projects to deliver in a relatively short time if we want to make full use of the Stronger Communities funding. We have to be very mobile to do it; no one is going to try to manage everything over the phone, we need boots on the ground.
“And of course we want to make sure we are utilising the resources and facilities we have, and that includes buildings and offices.”
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FUNERAL NOTICE
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BLENCOWE, Mary Ann (Mollie)
Passed away peacefully on 12th Tuesday, of September 2017
at Yallambee Lodge, Cooma.
Aged 95 years.
Dearly loved wife of Clyde mother and mother in-law to Peter (DEC), Chris and Anne, Kerry and Lorraine. Adored grandmother and great grandmother to her many grandchildren.
The relatives and friends of the late MARY ANN BLENCOWE were invited to attend her funeral service held in the St Patrick's Catholic Church, Cooma, on Monday September 18th 2017. At the conclusion of the service, a graveside service was held in the Tumbarumba Lawn Cemetery.
Allens Funerals Cooma
Alan Dodd Director
Family Owned & Operated
FDA 02-64522094
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SERGO, Jean Veronica –(Nee Lynch)
Passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 14th 2017
at Cooma Hospital, formerly of Sharp St, Cooma.
Aged 85 years.
Dearly loved mother of Anna and Tony. Mother in-law to Bruce and Kathy. Adored grand mother to Jess and Sam.
The relatives and friends of the late JEAN VERONICA SERGO are invited to attend her funeral service to be held by the graveside in the Cooma Lawn Cemetery, on Wednesday September 20th 2017 at 11:00 am.
Allens Funerals Cooma
Alan Dodd Director
Family Owned & Operated
FDA 02-64522094
Bombala markets offer a smorgasbord
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If you thought the first Bombala Rotary Markets was fantastic, then the coming one should just about blow your socks off!
This Saturday Bombala will welcome a staggering 128 stalls to its local market, with the Railway Parkland practically bursting at the seams.
With so many stalls there is no doubt that there will certainly be something for everyone at the markets, whether you’re shopping for clothes, homewares, plants, jewellery or even a lawn mower!
What about candles, home made crafts and bric-a-brac? Yep, they’ll all be there, and you’ll also find fresh eggs, spices, salamis and home baked cooking.
The kids have been very well catered for, with a jumping castle, face painting and even a few sideshows all on offer, not to mention fairy floss, lollies and ice cream.
Speaking of food, the markets will leave everyone spoilt for choice with a huge number of food stalls to satisfy hungry shoppers, and you can even listen to some buskers as you enjoy your lunch.
In fact, you can do your veggie shopping, win a car and even consult a psychic if you care to – it’s all on offer at the Bombala Rotary Markets this Saturday, September 23 from 8am. Don’t miss out!
Check out www.snowychristmasfair.com.au for awesome market stall holders selling fast just in time for Christmas shopping. Family fun, Santa grotto, over 200 market stalls, indoors and outside availability.
Come on Cooma ... How about aiming for 64 stalls next month?
Hayley Khayat
JCS tops primary
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A collective roar resonated through the Mt Buller presentation room when Jindabyne Central School (JCS) was crowned number 1 for the Primary component of the Australian Interschool’s Snowsports Championships recently held at Mt Buller in Victoria.
The celebrations continued for JCS when the school was then crowned second in the nation for the Secondary component of the National event.
The student competitors endured challenging conditions through the weeklong event and some students were made to feel like beginners again as they experienced vertigo for the first time. However showing great resilience and a will to achieve their best for the school, the student’s skills and talents shone through the consistent fog to achieve exceptional results.
The interschool’s week began with the Cross Country event with all four Cross Country Relay teams placing first or third demonstrating emerging talent from our young cross country skiers.
The following day saw the popular Snowboarding and Slopestyle events with young Dakoda Smith performing extremely well to win Division 5 closely followed by Josh Ashe.
The Baff siblings took out Division 2 with Henry first and Josie second in the SnowboardX.
Then the Skier events of Moguls, SkierX and Alpine continued through the week with the teams performing well. Division 6 Female Team came first in Moguls and the Division 5 Male Team finished first in the SkierX. Division 5 Female Team came third in Alpine.
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President and vice president needed for Cooma men’s bowls
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The strong wind on Wednesday had the flag pole as well as the flag flapping, which made conditions for bowls very difficult for players in a semi-final of the Minor Pairs and for the 14 participants in the September round of Bill Elder Shield.
In Minor Pairs, Terry Croker played as sub for Neil McGregor to partner Bob Douglass against Mick Mayhew and Ron Wainwright. Terry and Bob scored four shots on end five to lead 7/5. Mick and Ron hit back next end with five shots to lead 10/7 and continued to outscore their opponents to go to a 21/13 lead on 18. Terry and Bob won each of the remaining ends but only gained four shots to give Mick and Ron a spot in the final 21/17. As most of these players are regular Wednesday bowlers their score as at end 20 will be recorded for Bill Elder Shield.
In Bill Elder Shield Max Butler, Mary Boller and Brian Searl scored six shots on end six to lead Ron Gammon, Mary Phillips and Renate Winckel 10/5. Brian’s team must have been heartened by this as they continued to outscore their opposition and go on to win 23/14. Peter Harris and Geoff Venables had an early battle with Judy Locker and Jack Sajina but held a slight 9/8 lead on nine then went slowly ahead to lead 13/9 when Judy and Jack scored four on 14 to level the scores at 13/13. Peter and Geoff just gained enough to win 19/17. Mary Obermaier and Denis Steinfort spent five of the first seven ends on two shots whilst Mary Hilton and Paul Cannell were small leaders 6/2. From then to end 14 it had been very even, however Mary and Paul scored seven shots to one to lead 16/9 and it appeared to be an easy win for them but Mary and Denis had other ideas and with eight shots to one over the remaining four ends the match ended in a 17/17 draw.
Rain Saturday morning, soft green and possible further rain in the afternoon influenced the bowls organiser to call off play for the day and the Minor Pairs semi-final was rescheduled for Sunday afternoon.
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Colts under 11s only just miss out on finals victory
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Saturday September 9 saw the U11s Sports Power Cooma Colts travel to Northbourne Oval for the semi finals in what was a big effort for the Colts to make the top four out of eight and being the only side representing the Colts in the finals. The boys turned up ready to play in what they knew would be a hard fought game against Crookwell. Clayton Clarke and Hugh Waldren were both up for a big game on there respective wings. Both stood strong in defence forcing Crookwell to look for other options to try and break the Colts line. Both had a solid attacking game making good metres with ball in hand. Archie Blyton and Bailey Keyes playing up from the 10s showed they have what it takes to step up for finals with Bailey’s great defence and Archie’s quick foot work they were both invaluable on the day. Josh Williams and Jacob Smith both playing a little wider out each took their task in hand both attacking the line with force and working hard in defence. The effort put in by both was huge. Half time saw us down 20-6 and that’s when the boys found their feet. Mitchell Reid and Tait McIntosh taking on rolls of DH and fullback worked tirelessly for the Colts making good metres from dummy and returned kicks to get Crookwell on the back foot. Both put in a big defensive effort. The Colts started to claw their way back into the game and get a roll on led by Zane Usher-Rodahl and Cameron Filtness. Both boys taking it to the line, Zane with his straight hard hits and Cam looking for the gaps. Both boys muscled up in their tackles pushing the Crookwell attackers backwards. With the score sitting at 28-24 in the last five minutes the Colts knew they had to dig deep.
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Good on you boys, a good job, have improved immensely. Looking forward to next year Mitchie Man, you are a great sportsman xx
Done well as Crookwell beat the second place team last week. Awesome effort.
Awesome bunch of boys ... were a pleasure to Coach bring on next year
Nerryl James Freebody Lyons
SMGS Crowned Overall Secondary Co-ed School at the 2017 Australian Interschools Snowsports Championships
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Last week SMGS capped off a fantastic snowsports season at the 2017 Subaru Australian Interschools Snowsports Championships at Mt Buller, VIC.
The SMGS team comprised of 231 Race Entries, 102 Participants and 82 Teams, the largest team we have ever sent to Nationals and the biggest team at the event.
Head of Sport at SMGS, Mr Tim Bland was honoured to be leading such a great team at this year’s Nationals, he said “I could not be prouder of the students and the effort they put in this week. On and off the hill I have never seen more school spirit. Thank you to all the parents and staff for their unwavering support, we would not have been able to do this with you”.
SMGS Sports Captain, Year 12 Sophie Nicholls, was proud of her classmates’ efforts and acknowledged the experience and memories competing at Interschools provides saying, “Racer ready, three, two, one, GO! After ten years of Interschools, it is finally time to sell the SMGS ski jacket off to another generation.”
The student’s efforts paid off as SMGS claimed the overall Champion Secondary Co-ed School and 3rd Place Primary Co Ed School with a total podium tally of 31 Team Medals and 30 Individual Medals. For such a small school (250 students), this is a massive feat, and a testament to the role snowsports plays in the fabric of our school.
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MFS celebrates 10 years at Spring Field Day
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With a light scattering of snow on the ground, spring couldn’t be further from a reality at the MFS Spring Field day hosted by Rabobank on September 6. A crowd of 60 local farmers attended the event, which also celebrated the ten-year anniversary of MFS at the Nimmitabel Country Club.
Approximately 60 people gathered to listen to several presentations which included two Rabobank speakers, Marc Oostdijk, the General Manager of Marketing and Sustainability and Georgia Twomey, the Wool Commodity Analyst. Marc spoke about “finding value in sustainability” and the industry image in a global perspective, while Georgia covered the domestic and international outlook for sheep and wool markets for 2017-2018. Georgia expressed her nervousness around the future stability of Australian wool markets in light of increasing market specifications for “environmentally sustainable products”. She said the wool processing system does not sit as well compared with synthetic products which can promote recycling as part of their manufacturing process.
Phil Graham from Graham Advisory gave a three-month outlook for feed availability and pasture growth based on historical weather data and data gathered from soil moisture probes located at four Monaro sites; Rhine Falls, Bungarby, Bombala and Delegate. By incorporating Grassgro farm systems based around actual soil and pasture data at each of these sites he was able to model the likely probable scenarios in terms of green herbage mass and ewe condition score. Delegate is currently in the most challenging position in terms of soil water potential percentage (water available for plant growth) showing 58 percent in the 0-10cm layer, compared to Bukalong at 73 percent and Bungarby at 67 percent. For the Bungarby, Delegate and Bukalong sites, late September to mid-October is the critical point where significant rainfall will be needed to ensure continued pasture growth. Improved pastures show higher growth potentials compared to the native pastures therefore the soil dries more rapidly and rainfall becomes more critical.
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Vale, JPA (Peter) Ball 1926-2017
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An Esteemed Electrical Engineer and Consummate Family Man.
Peter Ball joined the Snowy in 1952. He was born in Victoria’s high country, the first child of a vicar and homemaker, and educated at Geelong Grammar School.
He knew as a young teenager that his vocation was to be an engineer. Peter collected a large Meccano set and also built a small single piston steam motor that he kept for life. He went on to study at the University of Melbourne and enjoyed university life.
Peter recounted at one point dismantling the engine of his precious Austin 7 and taking it to the workshop in his brown kit bag.
After graduating he went to England to work at English Electric in Sheffield, and was recruited from there to the fledgling Snowy Mountains Authority. He initially worked in Sydney with his new bride, Barbara, a librarian whom he had met at Uni.
There their first child, Nicola was born, and in 1957 they all moved to Cooma North. The day they arrived it was snowing but Peter and Barbara always said there was nothing cold about the welcome they received.
Shortly after moving in Simon was born, to be followed in 1961 by David and in 1964 by Petra Jane. Peter was dedicated to his family and enjoyed complementing the extraordinary natural environment the children relished in by making cubbies, dolls houses, stilts, high jumps, treehouses, swings and the like that he designed and constructed with typical precision.
He was passionate about the garden and a rockery he constructed was the envy of other Snowy wives.
In Cooma, Peter found his true calling and often stated that those years with the Authority were a time of extraordinary fulfilment both professionally and personally.
It was the most significant period of his working life, only possible because of the team work, and he was extremely proud to be part of that group, being one of only hundreds who had the opportunity to carry the work through to completion.
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Overwhelming response to mental health talk
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The Cooma community has made it clear that the current mental health infrastructure is not sufficient to meet the town’s needs after a community talk last Thursday night. The session had an overwhelming response, with over 70 people gathering at the Cooma Bowling Club to hear from Scott and Florence Harrod of the Sam Project.
“We were grateful, but also incredibly proud of the community and their willingness to learn and share their personal experiences,” said Scott.
“It was really enlightening to see the community come out in their numbers, ready to take control of the problem.”
One in five Australians experience mental illness each year. It is estimated that 70 percent do not currently seek help, and the figure is higher in rural communities. A lack of proper understanding and the influence of negative stigmas can prevent people from reaching out for the support they need.
At the community talk in Cooma, there was a realisation that the current mental health infrastructure isn’t working. Scott said he and Florence are keen to engage with the community to create a partnership for mental health.
“We want continued involvement with the town to make a change,” he said. It’s about bringing people together as a community to create a real understanding of mental health.”
Scott used the analogy of a common cold to explain his vision.
“If you have a sniffle, you immediately recognise this as an early warning sign of a cold and you know what to do. Similarly, if you notice these early warning signs among your family or friends, you might say something, or do something to help them get healthy again.
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Hundreds transit region in Wall to Wall ride
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More than a thousand NSW police officers have joined their colleagues from across the country for the eighth annual Wall to Wall: Ride for Remembrance.
Hundreds of riders rode through this region from Victorian on Saturday morning.
The charity event is a police memorial motorbike ride that commemorates the service and sacrifices of fallen Australian police, raises funds in support of fallen officers’ families and promotes motorcycle safety.
NSW Police Assistant Commissioner Mark Jenkins and Minister for Police Troy Grant gathered for a ceremony in The Domain on Saturday September 16, with serving and retired members, sworn and unsworn, and other friends, family and proud supporters of police.
The group of riders travelled from Sydney to the National Police Memorial in Canberra, where the NSW contingent met NSW Police Commissioner Mick Fuller.
“The police family are a close-knit group who support each other and their families in a way which makes me very proud,” Commissioner Fuller said.
For the first time the ride has partnered with the Centre for Road Safety, promoting Towards Zero – the road safety campaign that highlights the human element of the road toll and encourages all road users to change the way we think about road safety.
The riders departed The Domain and be escorted along the Cahill Expressway and over the Sydney Harbour Bridge before travelling along the M2, M7 and Hume Highway.
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A community night discussing all things for women’s health
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At a Women’s Health evening in Cooma last Wednesday, over one hundred women heard from four local allied health providers who focussed on different aspects of preventative health for women.
Dr Kylie Fardell is a GP from Bombala Street Surgery and spoke about the risk factors associated with vascular disease and what lifestyle and non-drug measures we can take to reduce the risk of developing artery blockages and heart disease.
“Stopping smoking is the single best thing you can do for your health which I hope everyone here knows already, but here’s what can be done to prevent or manage high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol,” she said.
“Exercise reduces the risk of all these things and a lot of women I speak with say they don’t have time for exercise for many different reasons. You don’t have to spend a lot of time at all, start by making small changes that you can sustain and gradually build upon.
“Stop looking for quick fixes, minimise sodium from your diet and make small changes when it comes to weight loss,” she said.
Kristy Nichols from Fortitude Physiotherapy spoke on the topic of the pelvic floor and how a physiotherapist can help with treatment of symptoms and correct exercise.
“The statistics say 1-3 women don’t know how to activate their pelvic floor but in my experience, every client I see would do their exercises incorrectly,” she said.
“The big problem with not knowing how to activate your pelvic floor muscles correctly will result in further injury to yourself.” Kristy went on to say that women don’t talk about this topic enough and knowing how to correctly strengthen the pelvic floor as well as understanding the anatomical changes we each go through in our lifetime is essential to our health.
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Great to hear! Lots of good feedback received and suggestions for future evening talks...huge thank you to Birdsnest staff members for preparing a yummy supper and to Cooma Baptist Church for allowing use of their space / sound / media / kitchen so that we could provide this free community gathering😊
I'm sorry I missed this Effie Parakilas 😥😥 I was really looking forward to it. Hopefully there will be more of these info nights in the future xx
Fantastic night ladies! Thanks Effie for organising! 😃
The new Snowy Monaro Regional Council has been elected. Pick up your copy of The Monaro Post today to read more about it 📰 #TheMonaroPost #SnowyMonaroRegion #Newspaper #News #SnowyMonaroRegionalCouncil
Bombala Rotary Markets are on THIS SATURDAY! With over 125 stalls booked and the forecast is to be a perfect Spring day this Market is going to be absolutely fantastic. There's fun for the kids, heaps of food stalls and sure to be a bargain for everyone. So make sure you mark September 23rd in your diary and make this a fun family day out! :)
Bombala Rotary Spring Market
Really looking forward to it was great last time :)
CCC Jump'n castle hire will be there again this year with our castle and toy stall. Looking forward to it again.
Great news for regional publishers! #TheMonaroPost
ABC South East NSW
The media reforms that were passed in the Senate last week were supported by Senator Nick Xenophon on the condition that funding is provided to independent regional newspapers.
Neither Fairfax nor News Corp are eligible to apply.
Here's what it might mean for independent newspapers like the Monaro Post:
#mediareforms #regionalnewspapers #Cooma #Monaro
I'm still devastated that Rural Press/Fairfax ruined the great paper that the Express was back then that served the local community for so many years but thank goodness for warriors like Gail and the gang that have kept the news alive for towns that need and want their local papers 👍🏻
Go you good thing, Gail!!!
Impressive interview Gail 👏🏻
L’Étape Australia is back!
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Saturday December 2, put it in your calendar
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Your chance to ride through the gorgeous Snowy Mountains scenery with reigning Tour de France champion Chris Froome is here again for 2017.
Thousands of riders took part last year and even more are expected to take to the road this year for the cycling event. Registrations are now open, so what are you waiting for?
The closest thing to experiencing Le Tour de France itself here in Australia, L’Étape is not to be missed by any cycling enthusiast.
Of the riders in the inaugural event in 2016, 96% said the event was good or very good and 95% said they would recommend the event to their family and friends.
The course is described by Tour de France Director General Christian Prudhomme as “providing a very similar experience for riders to a mountainous stage of the Tour de France; traversing through a multitude of stunning landscapes and topographies and truly challenging climbs.”
‘The Race’ course is 157km with an estimated completion time of between four and seven hours. The Race delivers a route that is as tough as a mountainous stage of the Tour de France, under full Tour de France Professional conditions and runs on fully closed roads. The highest point is 1,725m on Col de Kosciuszko.
‘The Ride’ is 126km and has an estimated completion time of three to six hours. The Ride is for those who wish to immerse themselves in the atmosphere and experience of L’Étape without the added pressure of the final Col de Kosciuszko climb. At 126km and a peak of 1,300m The Ride is still a significant challenge
The start for both The Race and The Ride will be at the Bullocks Flat ski tube terminal in Crackenback.
Participants for both routes will head off through Jindabyne, towards Rocky Plains Road before turning towards Berridale for the sprint section down the main street of the town. The riders will then continue to Dalgety before reaching the difficult Col de Beloka climb.
The Ride will then return to finish in Jindabyne while The Race participants will continue past Jindabyne up punishing Col de Kosciuszko to reach the finish at Perisher.
Individual participants in The Race at L’Étape Australia will be provided the unique opportunity of competing for the authentic Tour de France jerseys.
The yellow jersey will be presented to the first male and female individual to cross the finish line of The Race.
The green jersey will be awarded to the male and female individual Race winners of the sprint section, set in the heart of Berridale.
The polka-dot jersey will be presented to the individual male and female Race winners of the King of the Mountain, timed across on both the Col de Beloka and Col de Kosciuszko climbs.
The white jersey will be presented to the first male and female individual to cross the finish line of The Race aged 25 years or less on the day of the event.
The local communities have truly embraced the Tour de France coming to the Snowy Mountains. The entire route is decorated with cycling paraphernalia, some exquisite works of art. The towns and villages have adopted the colours of the Tour de France: yellow (Jindabyne), green (Berridale) and polka dot (Dalgety). Last year thousands of locals lined the route with their cow bells, flags and encouragement; creating a wonderful ambience throughout the day.
The atmosphere of the event is electric and very positive, with riders supporting one another throughout the day and spectators yelling encouragement from the sidelines.
Chris Froome will provide some clinics on Friday and then ride from the back of the pack to the front on Saturday. While many have watched Chris Froome from the sidelines or on TV, few have had the opportunity to ride with him.
The legendary voice of cycling Phil Liggett will be calling in the riders at the Finish of the Race in Perisher, and Matt Keenan will be calling in the riders at the Finish of the Ride in Jindabyne.
#BREAKING: SERIOUS CRASH
Traffic is now being diverted away from the Monaro Highway north of Cooma, after a serious crash this afternoon.
Significant delays are expected over the next few hours as emergency crews attend to the injured and investigate the crash.
A sidetrack is being used to redirect traffic on an alternating basis. Motorists are urged to avoid the area if possible.
#Cooma #WINNews
I hope the families of people involved had been notified before these photo went up
Thankfully the ski season is almost over.
Horrifying god help those in this and families..
Gemma Cooper I hope you don't get caught in this coming back from the mountains
Abbey Ingram Jamie said you are up that way. Drive safe x
Troy Nguyen David Wybrew Chonticha Boonsong This is the accident today.
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Teyarnea Griffis
Amos Walker
Jamie
Joanne Jamieson
ChrisnJess Shearer
Braden Ranger
Stephanie Eriin
Julie Gibbs
Margaret Mitchell
Kiar Twigg
Police and ambulance are still on scene. The highway will remain closed for some time. Please avoid the Monaro Hwy at Bunyan, north of Cooma.
I've been run off the highway twice in the last 24 hours, once at Bunyan and other time coming into Bredbo! Overtaking when not safe too! And I drive with my headlights on, during the day!
They dont call it the mad mile for nothing....slow down, headlights on, drive to conditions - my friends dont like taking you to hospital or calling your loved ones
☹ Crap I will be on the road this evening with all the ski travel 🍀
Hope all ok sue r you home
oh dear
Memories!! Take care everyone
Hope all ok
Michael Dargan
Bikes, bikes and more bikes in Cooma. @themonaropost #bikes #Cooma #somuchtolove #snowymonaroregion @ Cooma, New South Wales
Met them between Cooma & Nimmitabel. Great cause however, why are they allowed to ride 'in packs' ???
Sensational so many participants. It is great they are acknowledged and remembered.
What is this ride for ? Went past Tuggeranong about 1 hr ago
Andrew Smith that's what it was!
Oh i just love them
Paddy Evans Shane Rankin Tim Burgess
Tahlor Podesta
Brenton Fisher
Will Fraser
Brooklin Harwood
Ian Hard
Brett McMahon
Daniel King
Georgia, Virginia
What a beautiful Saturday to wake up too! ❄️ #Repost @staceh185 #Snow #Saturday #Bungarby #SnowyMonaroRegion #SpringSnow
Councillors elected.
The NSW Electoral Commission has declared the following 11 candidates have been elected to Snowy Monaro Regional Council:
- Bob Stewart
- Lynley Miners
- James Boo Ewart
- John Last
- Peter Beer
- Brian Old
- John Castellari
- Rogan Corbett
- Sue Haslingden
- John Rooney
- Anne Maslin
Congratulations to all elected councillors A blend of experience youth and genders Time to put the disappointment of the amalgamation behind and move on The people have spoken and we trust in you to represent us as a team 👍👏🤗
Maybe the new council could set up a few independent reviews into some of the decisions made by the administrator, such as the purchase of the land in Vale Street.
Congratulations Bob Stewart and Anne Maslinw and other successful elected representatives of the forcd amalgamation 🇦🇺🇦🇺👍
Some very familiar names .. Good to see old friends in the lust
New council, congratulations. Time to now settle and work together for All.
Congratulations to Lynley Miners and other elected councillors.
Great coverage Monaro Post
Onya Bruno.👏👏👏
Awesome!!
Phil Pope FYI
