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SNOWPOST JUNE/JULY 2017
SNOWPOST JULY/AUGUST 2017
PUBLIC NOTICE
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MEET THE CANDIDATES EVENING
Local Government Election - September 9.
Cooma Chamber of Commerce are hosting a Meet the Candidate Information Evening for members of the Cooma Chamber of Commerce, the general public and interested organisations.
When: Monday 28 August 2017 6pm
Where: Cooma Ex Services Club Functions Room
All candidates for the upcoming Snowy Monaro Regional
Council Election have been invited to attend.
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Schmidt Quarries proposes to extract and process rock from 278 Springs Road, Rock Flat via Cooma. An Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit or other approvals may be required. Aboriginal people with cultural knowledge relevant to determining the significance of Aboriginal objects and/or places in the area are invited to register an interest in the process of consultation. The purpose of consultation is to assist in the preparation of an application for an AHIP and to assist the Director General of NSW OEH in its consideration and determination. Proponent: David Schmidt 12 Bass Street Queanbeyan NSW. Please register in writing to: Julie Dibden, NSW Archaeology PL, PO Box 2135 Central Tilba NSW 2546, before 6 September 2017.
What is the regional impact going to be of job losses at NPWS? I understand that there will be significant reduction in numbers and salaries of rangers, customer service officers as well as 30 casual officers who man the entrance booths to Kosciuszko National Park. These people and their families live locally and support local businesses. It's not just going to be NPWS employees who are going to suffer.What has local State MP John Barilaro done to support these members of his electorate and determine the flow on economic losses this entire community will suffer? Annie Boutland
INTERNATIONAL HONOUR FOR CHARLOTTE
Former Cooma student Charlotte Fletcher has been admitted to a two year Master of Arts in Human Rights Policy & Practice across universities in Sweden, Spain and Great Britain.
Along with fellow international scholarship students (including from Colombia, Brazil, Egypt and Palestine), Charlotte will complete a qualification which prepares young professionals for an international career in human rights protection. This degree is administered by the European Union Erasmus Mundus Program, which offers fully funded scholarships. Charlotte understands that she is the third Australian to be admitted to this particular Erasmus Mundus degree program.
Charlotte grew up on a family farm at Rocky Plain and was educated at St Patrick’s Parish School and Monaro High School, graduating in 2007. She attained qualifications in Law and Chinese Studies at the Australian National University. Since then, she has worked as a homeless persons’ lawyer at Street Law in Canberra, and more recently as a Senior Researcher for the Senate at Parliament House. Charlotte has a particular interest in refugee policy and access to justice. #TheMonaroPost #MasterArts #HumanRightsPolicyAndPractice #Cooma #LocalsSupportingLocals
POSITIONS VACANT
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PATEMANS TRANSPORT
DRIVER WANTED
MUST HAVE MR DRIVERS LICENCE
FORKLIFT LICENCE GOOD DRIVING RECORD
RELIABLE AND WANTS TO WORK FULL TIME
PLEASE CONTACT RON ON 0432 155 570
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Kettle & Seed has a Barista/wait staff position available.
This position incorporates an awareness of Australia standards in espresso preparation, food handling, hygiene. Excellent personal presentation and high standards in maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
Applicants must be passionate about quality customer service. Training provided.
Please send resume and previous employment history to
info@snowymountainscoffee.com.au
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LOOKING FOR A DRIVER
MUST HAVE MR LICENCE
CASUAL POSITION - 20 HOURS PER WEEK
SHIFT WORK EARLY STARTS
CONTACT 0438 240 955
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Casual Receptionist / Housekeeper - Thredbo YHA
THREDBO YHA is a 52-bed family-friendly mountain lodge which attracts a range of guests from hikers, bikers, and skiers, to international travellers. We're open year-round and looking for a CASUAL RECEPTIONIST / HOUSEKEEPER to join our team!
Duties include:
· Checking guests in and out and providing a friendly welcome,
· Answering queries and being a source of helpful local information and knowledge,
· Assisting with cleaning tasks to ensure the hostel continues to meet YHA's high standards.
We're looking for someone who is:
· A hands-on person with a can-do attitude, a friendly approach, and a sense of fun!
· Passionate about customer service and can respectfully engage with people from different backgrounds;
· Computer literate – previous experience with reservation systems a bonus!
· Able to work a range of shifts including evenings & weekends.
We are offering a job only – unfortunately no accommodation is provided.
This position is available ASAP will continue after the ski season with additional hours offered in summer – preference will be given to applicants that are available post-season.
To apply please contact bianca.bott@yha.com.au or 0429 141 236
IN MEMORY
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Christina Gaskin
12.08.1919 - 21.08.2015
Our dearest Mother & Grandmother.
Always remembered with love & missed everyday
Carole, Berrie & family.
GOLDEN OLDIE
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25 Sharp Street, Cooma
3 bedroom, 1 bath, 1 car
$280,000
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This golden oldie on Sharp Street is located only a short stroll to the shops and CBD.
Enjoy the front veranda on those lovely spring afternoon with the outlook onto Sharp Street. Lane way at the rear for access and to make parking easy.
Large kitchen with plenty of space to be utilised. Tiled bathroom with bath. Timber floorboards.
The main bedroom has a full length built-in.
Wood fire and gas heating.
There is an enclosed end on the veranda with lovely windows for your added benefit.
Fully secure yard and single garage. Garden shed.
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Boller & Company
6452 4155
www.bollerco.com.au
Gary Chapman
Exceptional opportunity
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44 Tulong Avenue, Cooma
4 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom, 2 Car
$435,000
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This brick and tile residence offers a family an exceptional opportunity to purchase an executive 4 bedroom residence in a quality area of Cooma.
Tri level home with all living areas on the split level ground floor. This includes an entrance area, study, formal lounge room, kitchen and dining area. A new slow combustion wood heater and brick feature walls add to the atmosphere and comfort of the home.
The top level has all the accommodation areas, featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an ensuite to the master bedroom.
The property has a fully fenced yard backing on to a reserve (with rear lane access), double garage with remote roller door (with internal access) , ducted gas heating and tremendous views complete the features.
The property certainly offers an exceptional opportunity for a growing family.
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STEVE ALLEN
0418 223 000
sales@steveallen.com.au
A home on a hilltop
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28 Mort Street, Bombala
Approx. 8 Acres
4 Bed 2 Bath, 1 Car
• $480,000
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A marvellous opportunity offering an enviable lifestyle. 28 Mort Street is located on a hill with views over the township. Brick home on approx. 8 acres. The home has been freshened up and offers 4 good size bedrooms, BIW’s second bathroom, polished timber floors, wood heating and fresh paint to the interior.
A covered front veranda or entrance area offer spectacular views towards the township of Bombala and the land size will give you the opportunity to keep a couple of horses or run a few sheep to keep the grass down.
Very rare to have so many acres available and still in a residential area. A large shed/garage/workshop allows car accommodation, storage and workspace.
An absolutely fantastic opportunity to buy your own semi-rural retreat while having the luxury of still being in town.
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One Agency Craig Schofield
6452 6121
oneagency.com.au
Great location - Private setting - Large block
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46 Culey Avenue, Cooma
Asking $310,000
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Situated in a sought after position, with a high set northerly aspect from the back of the house and over the large back yard. This well maintained weatherboard home has performed well as an investment property for the current owners for some time now, but would be a great option for those looking for a comfortable home to live in especially for the first home buyers.
FEATURES INCLUDE:
• Bright and sunny living room with timber floor, large north facing windows, wood heating and reverse cycle air conditioning
• 3 very large bedrooms, 2 with built-ins
• Neat, modern kitchen with laundry attached along with rear yard access
• Modern bathroom, with shower over bath
• Large, level fully fenced yard of approx 1119sqm, with established trees and very private
• Single lock up garage
• Current tenanted returning $280 per week.
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Fergusson Real Estate & Property
6452 7004
www.fergussonrealestate.com.au
Unique quality family home
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6 Mcdonald Avenue, Cooma
$345,000
3 bed + Study | 2 Bath | 1 Car
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Why unique? This superbly maintained property is rich with features and offers the new owners with a quiet prestigious location, and a recent renovation that even the fastidious designer would be proud of. Features include a new large kitchen, new designer main bathroom and en-suite, large master suite with walk-in robe, two additional bedrooms, new eat-in kitchen with loads of storage, large light filled study, sunken lounge and a dedicated dining space.
Further this wonderfully comfortable home comes complete with a 5KW solar array, new thermal blinds, reverse cycle air, a slow combustion wood heater, natural gas and timber floors. Externally the fully fenced yard includes an enclosed north facing fernery, two large storage sheds, easy to maintain garden and a carport with easy access to the front door. Don’t delay your inspection of this beauty, because it won’t last long.
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Steve Allen
0418 223 000
steveallen.com.au
Great investment opportunity
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28-31 Platypus Gardens, Cooma
6 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms, 1 Car
$430,000
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This block of 4 units are for sale as a whole. They are on two separate titles and are also Strata managed. Block 1 consists of 2 x 1 Bedroom units, currently rented for $120 & $130 each per week.
Block 2 consists of 1 x 1 bedroom unit & a 3 bedroom unit with a lock up garage, currently rented for $130 & $200 per week.
• Brick & tile construction
• 3 x 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom units
• 1 x 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit
• All bedrooms have built in wardrobes
• One lock up garage is attached to the 3 bedroom unit
• Ample off street parking
• Close to schools & Snowy Hydro
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Fisk & Nagle
6452 4043
www.realestatecooma.com.au
Adam Asanovski
There’s a difference between life and lifestyle
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1 Chapman Street, Cooma
2 X 2 Bed units
4 bed 2 Car 2 Bath
• $450,000
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Low maintenance with a solid income, just listed are two x two bedroom units fully tenanted and providing steady rental returns.
Constructed of concrete blocks, renovated interior this property will allow you a lifestyle of the rich and famous. With Snowy 2.0 looking to commence rental properties are very scarce so these properties are well sought after. Each unit is comfortable with RC unit and renovated exterior.
If you are ready to invest these may be exactly what you have been looking for. Call now to arrange an inspection.
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One Agency Craig Schofield
6452 6121
oneagency.com.au
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FUNERAL NOTICE
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Elizabeth Mary Clark
4.1.1962 - 14.8.2017
Late of Ooranook, Bemboka.
Loved and loving partner of Jock Waugh.
Loving mother of Kelsey and Cormac.
Dearest daughter of Joe & Pat Clark (Pearce ACT), dear sister and sister-in-law of Peter, Jane-Ann & Peter Marshall,
Kate & John Dearnaley, Mike & Tanya.
Special Aunt of Alicia & Justin, Bryce & Carly and Elliott, Tom, Sam, Quinn & Evie.
The funeral for the late Liz Clark will be held in the Bemboka Memorial Hall at 11.00a.m., tomorrow, Thursday 24th August, 2017. Relatives and friends are warmly invited to attend.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Leukaemia Foundation would be appreciated. A private cremation will follow.
John R Whyman Funeral Services
Bega 6492 4111
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SAILLARD, Moya Jean
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 13th 2017 at
Bowden Brae Gardens, Normanhurst, formerly of Anglers Reach.
Aged 94 years.
Dearly loved wife of Lawrence (DEC). Mother of Terry and Kim. Adored Nanna to Vicki, Iain, Tamara and Kelly. Great Nana to Beau, Zye, Zoe and Levi.
The relatives and friends of the late MOYA JEAN SAILLARD are invited to attend her funeral service to be held by the graveside in the Adaminaby Cemetery, Adaminaby, at 11:00 am on Monday August 21st 2017.
Allens Funerals Cooma
Alan Dodd Director
Family Owned & Operated
FDA 02-64522094
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MAURI, Lynette Dorothy
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 12th 2017 at
Cooma Hospital, formerly of Baron St, Cooma.
Aged 75 years.
Dearly loved wife of SERGIO (dec), mother of SAMMY. Grandmother to Zachary ,Aaron, Kane and Olivia. Sister to Norma and Robyn.
The relatives and friends of the late LYNETTE DOROTHY MAURI are invited to attend her funeral service to be held in the St Patrick's Catholic Church, Cooma, on Friday August 25th 2017 commencing at 11:00 am. After which a private cremation will take place.
Allens Funerals Cooma
Alan Dodd Director
Family Owned & Operated
FDA 02-64522094
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WARWICK, Maria Theresa
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 15th 2017 at Canberra Hospital, formerly of Jauncey Court, Charnwood and Cooma. Aged 84 years.
Dearly loved wife of Reginald(DEC), father of Theresa, Catherine, Andrew, John (DEC), Bernard and Patrick
The relatives and friends of the late MARIA THERESA WARWICK are invited to attend her funeral service to be held in the St Patrick's Catholic Church, Cooma, on Monday August 28th 2017 commencing at 12:00 pm. At the conclusion of the service, the cortege will proceed to Cooma Mittagang Cemetery.
Allens Funerals Cooma
Alan Dodd Director
Family Owned & Operated
FDA 02-64522094
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HOLDSWORTH, Kevin James
Passed away peacefully on Friday, 18th of August 2017 at Cooma District Hospital, formerly of Boyd St, Nimmitabel.
Aged 67 years.
Loving Son of Austin (dec) and Jean Brother to Janelle
Father of ROBERT, PAULINE, WAYNE AND JOAN.
The relatives and friends of the late KEVIN JAMES HOLDSWORTH are invited to attend his funeral service to be held at the Cooma Lawn Cemetery, Cooma at 11:00 am on Saturday 26th August. By request, no flowers, donations to the Cooma Renal Unit may be left at the service.
Allens Funerals Cooma
Alan Dodd Director
Family Owned & Operated
FDA 02-64522094
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DONOGHOE, Robert James (Rob)
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 20th 2017 at Cooma Hospital, formerly of Stewartfield Rd, Adaminaby.
Aged 73 years.
Dearly loved husband of Thurza, devoted father of Benjamin.
In respect of Rob's wishes, a private funeral will be held.
Romans 10:9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth
the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that
God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
Allens Funerals Cooma
Alan Dodd Director
Family Owned & Operated
FDA 02-64522094
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Great pics Zach
Well done Smiths
Congratulations all🍺🍺
Congratulations boys 👍🏼👍🏼
Well done Stallions
Great photos MP !!
100 calls and counting, with busy ski weekend ahead
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NSW Ambulance paramedics have so far responded to more than 100 calls for injury, trauma and illness in the southern snowfields this winter and, with another busy weekend predicted, they’re calling on snow-goers to adhere to safety advice.
Perisher Valley Team Leader Mick Couvee, a veteran of 23 snow seasons, said he and his team had attended 38 calls in June, 31 in July and 40 so far this month (a snapshot of jobs is featured below).
“This is one of the biggest sporting events in the Southern Hemisphere. We get over one million people visiting the Kosciuszko National Park during snow season,” Paramedic Couvee said.
“Outside the park, people go cross country skiing and those sort of adventure sports. But as with any sport, there’s a risk of injury.”
Conditions of late have not been assisted by a blizzard that blew in on Wednesday afternoon with winds of up to 130km/h.
Calls during this period included an incident when Jindabyne paramedics and Community First Responder (CFR) volunteers joined NSW Police in the protracted, three-hour rescue of a 38-year-old woman who had dislocated her knee while walking on a track above Thredbo.
Last Wednesday night, a 35-year-old man suffered a serious leg fracture after hitting a tree while riding a skidoo. He had to be airlifted to Canberra Hospital for further treatment.
Paramedic Couvee said the blizzard was forecast to give way to clear skies in the afternoon and, combined with the week’s high snowfalls, another big weekend was expected – both for skiing and callouts.
“On blue sky days where it’s fine and there’s more visibility, we tend to get a high incidence of trauma because people let their skis run harder, increasing the risk of injury,” he said.
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Continuing a 16-year tradition
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Mrs Sue West
Last week, SMGS competed in the Australian Secondary Schools Ski Team Championships (ASSSTCs). I first entered our school in the competition some sixteen years ago. Since then, we have been successful in bringing home the overall trophy on 15 occasions.
Our school’s participation in the ASSSTCs competition is very valuable as this is a real team competition unlike any other currently available for winter sports. At ASSSTCs, every member of the team forms part of the school score. We send 16 athletes and 12 of them are required to compete in each event, comprising Cross-Country, Alpine and Snowboard events. Each team member needs to complete the race in the best position they can, as everyone scores points and then a penalty is given to anyone who does not finish.
This year’s team was comprised of Rebecca Matthes, Isabelle Beaton, Eve Donnelly, Ambrose Hansen, Abbey Clark, Sarah Ryan, Mackenzie Harding, Madison Rager, Declan Burke, Jake Kennedy, Charles Beaton, Aidan Machin, Jack Machin, Campbell Oatley, Cody Maxwell and Cole Bulluss.
While the benefits to our students who attend are obvious, with the event including the travel and the competition opportunity at Falls Creek Resort, the intangible outcomes for our students are perhaps the reason for its continued success. These intangibles occur mostly off the slopes, as the team travels together, stays together (which involves cooking and cleaning up after meals) and forms a very tight unit to represent our school against others from Victoria and NSW. When not competing, the SMGS team members are busy cheering on their peers and helping in any way they can, undoubtedly creating a perfect environment to build strong team camaraderie.
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Cooma District Junior Rugby League - Colts Round 13
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Full on Constructions Under 8’s Black
It was the Colts’ last home game of the season and it was a cold start for them.
The Colts were ready to get on the field and start playing against Queanbeyan United white.
Good hit ups from Keeley-May Usher-Rodahl saw her cross over the line for the Colts’ first try. Hard running and attack from Mitchell Fletcher and Jesse Hurford saw them get a try each.
The game was pretty even throughout the match and it was a really good game to watch.
The Colts ran the ball well with Kurik Nelson going in for a double and Harper Woolf putting on his hot step to cross for one as well. Solid defence and big hit ups from Aiden Dixon, Jermaine Bartlett and Jackson Lee kept the Queanbeyan United on their toes.
With not long left in the game Tyler Lee took a run and shimmied through the defence to score the final try of the game for the Colts and Cooma came out the winners for the game with a close score of 36-30. Try scorers were: Kurik Nelson 2, Tyler Lee 1, Jesse Hurford 1, Mitchell Fletcher 1, Harper Woolf 1, Keeley-May Usher- Rodahl 1. Conversions: Harper Woolf 1, Jesse Hurford 1, Jermaine Bartlett 2. The Medal this week went to Jackson Lee.
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Little athletes return from Canada with medals and experience
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Recently competing in Canada for athletics, Ruby Mould and Taylah Brooks returned with fellow athlete Jordan Davis with medals around their necks and new personal bests.
The Cooma athletes entered in two competitions over consecutive weekends, with training sessions in between. The first competition was held in Kelowna at the Apple Bowl Track. The second meet was at a local high school in Vancouver, specialising in track and field events.
Ruby says the facilities were amazing, including a synthetic track on the school oval.
Ruby’s main events were the 800m and 1200m races. In the 800m, she placed third with a personal best of 2.26.18m, and fourth in both 1200m races, taking time off her personal bests in both races. Ruby also enjoyed competing in other events like the 300m.
“I enjoyed making lots of new friends from all around NSW and VIC, who I still keep in touch with,” says Ruby.
“I also loved being part of a team and competing against athletes from different countries.
“The training in Canada was extremely helpful as the middle distance coach was very knowledgeable and had many years of experience. It was lots of fun training as a group, as my dad can’t quite keep up on the pushbike anymore. I learned to train my mind as well as my body as this is important in races.”
Ruby appreciates how valuable the experience was and what a great opportunity it was to be selected for the program.
“The Cooma community have been amazingly generous in supporting us on our trip to Canada. Speaking personally, I am very grateful for the whole experience and it has inspired me to keep trying hard in this sport.”
Ruby is planning on competing in both the 800m and 400m races in the NSW CHS meet at the Sydney Olympic Park next month, for which she will be training hard.
Taylah achieved a first place in the discus at Kelowna with a throw of 36.96, a personal best. She also placed fourth in another discus event and eighth in shot put. In Vancouver, Taylah received second place in hammer throw for a 40.60 toss, another personal best.
Taylah puts these achievements down to the training program in Canada.
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Red Devils U11’s minor premiers
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The Under 11 Red Devils took on the second placed Canberra Grammar side at Grammar in the last game of the regular season. The winner would take out the minor premiership.
Cooma kicked off and held off a positive start by Grammar with some great defence by Dempsey Woolf and Kyte Lee, which continued throughout the game. A Grammar turn over in their own half led to the Red Devils first attacking chance.
After some great runs by Patrick Mclean and Tom Rudd, Lee Morgan took advantage of some space down the short side to score the first try of the game. This was converted from out wide by Callum Bailey. Off the kick off a lucky bounce gave Grammar the ball on a break away straight through the Devils defence. Some great desperation in defence from Harvey Mclean, however resulted in an unbelievable try saving tackle.
Cooma regained possession deep in their own half. From there the forwards took control with great attacking runs from Darcy Rudd and outstanding work in the breakdown led by Ayden palmer. Lee again took advantage of a lapse in the defence to run half the field to score his second and convert his own try.
A small lapse from the Devils as well as a couple of lucky breaks lead to Grammar scoring two quick tries to tie the game up at half time.
The second half started much the same as the first with Cooma holding off a solid Grammar side. When Cooma got the ball back the centre pairing of Callum and Lachlan sky showed just how dangerous they are making inroads every time they touched the ball.
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Cooma Stallions First Grade win Group 16 premiership for first time since 1994
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David Brison.
On a beautiful, sunny and calm winter’s day (after the wind was nearly cyclonic the previous night), the group 16 Grand Finals were held at Bega Sportsground.
In the Ladies League Tag, the minor premiers, the Bombala High Heelers won a double overtime game 10-6 over the Moruya Sharkettes. Likewise in the U/18s, the minor premiers Pambula-Merimbula Bulldogs just edged out the Batemans Bay Tigers 22-18.
In Reserve Grade, the minor premiers, Candelo-Bemboka were easily accounted for by the Bega Roosters 42-12.
In a fitting tribute, after the National Anthem, a minute’s silence was held for long time Group 16 supporter and hard worker David “Fox” Wilton from Bemboka, who unfortunately passed away at Cooma Showground a fortnight ago. Vale “Fox”, you will be sadly missed.
Cooma Stallions v Bombala Blue Heelers First Grade
Cooma were led out by Captain-Coach Todd Williams, playing his 100th first grade game for Cooma - a milestone for both him and the Cooma club.
Cooma started brilliantly with a long kick off by Zach Smith, who was touched by the Bombala winger and then going out over the sideline. Cooma won the scrum and had three quick forward plays to settle and then on the fourth play, Zach took on the line with a show and go, and he was in next to the posts. He converted his own try. 6-0.
After the Bombala kick off, the Cooma forwards once again started to get into the go forward, with good runs by Todd Williams, Richard Bensley and Karlos Filiga. Hooker Astin Nunan put in a good clearing kick from dummy half and then led the chase to pin the Bombala winger deep in his own half.
Bombala forwards had a good set and finished the set with a high spiralling kick. Winger David ”Tugger” Sommerville defused the bomb with ease and set off down field. Adam Walters and Karlos again provided some good go forward allowing half back Zach Smith to get in a long low grubber which the Bombala fullback knocked on at about the 20 metre line on our right edge.
The scrum win resulted in quick hands to Karlos who passed out to hard running second rower Blayne Thomas who was pulled up just short of the try line….but he slipped a great one hander to ever present hooker Nunan who was over for the second try near the posts. Zach converted. 12-0.
From the kick-off, Cooma again made good ground, with a Smith grubber proving just too long at the end of the set, giving the Bombala Blue Heelers a 20 metre restart.
Unfortunately for Bombala they were unable to hold the ball and coughed up possession to Cooma. Attacking their line captain-coach Williams put in a grubber but again it proved to be too long. Another 20 metre restart for Bombala.
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Technology pushing agriculture into the future
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A research paper recently released by ANZ AgTech, ‘Advance Australian Agriculture’, shows how the agriculture sector is set to undergo unprecedented shifts over the next 20 years driven largely by the investment and development in technology.
Analysis from the paper shows that a 1.5 percent per annum growth in capital investment, results in a three percent per annum productivity increase.
This has the potential to grow Australian agriculture to a $98 billion industry by 2030, meeting 2.1 per cent of global food demand.
The analysis highlighted that 62 percent of the sector’s productivity growth since 1995-1996 is a direct result of technological advancements.
ANZ Regional Executive for South Coast NSW, Adele Fiene visited Cooma on August 16 to speak to livestock producers about the influence of technology on the agriculture industry.
She said many producers have already realised the opportunity.
“We’re increasingly seeing producers look to technology to unlock productivity.
“Last year alone the total global investment in AgTech reached $3.2 billion. Here in Australia, the investment in technology related capital is growing at a rate of 2.5 percent,” Ms Fiene said.
“What highlights the surge in AgTech is that this rise in investment is far greater than the increase in general capital such as sheds, silos or transport machinery which sits at just 0.5 percent.”
Ms Fiene said the Australian agriculture sector has long been influenced by technology.
“Today, as we move towards refined on-farm technologies such as robotics, sensors, genetic technology and the growing adoption of precision farming, we see renewed potential for stronger productivity gains and profits.”
ANZ Agribusiness manager for Southern Tablelands, South Coast and Monaro, Andrew Treweeke said the most significant technological advancements include driverless tractors, genetically modified cotton and GPS.
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Counting down to Calendar Girls
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With just over one week left to buy tickets and two weeks until opening night, the countdown to Calendar Girls is on! Rehearsals have amped up to three times a week and those involved in the production are saying this will be one not to miss.
“It’s a really touching story, but also very funny,” says leading lady, Sandy Schofield.
“We were lucky enough to find a play that delivers the message of mCcr. Calendar Girls is all about why we do what we do.”
The play is set in an English village, with the story based around the local Women’s Institute. After a member’s husband dies from cancer, her friends hatch a plan to raise money for a memorial. After some persuasion, other members of the Women’s Institute agree to create a calendar with a twist. Instead of a traditional calendar featuring flowers or baking, this calendar has the women of the village posing as nude models.
“Calendar Girls is a really lovely story,” says Caroline Fox. “There’s been so much laughter on and off stage and some fantastic lines that send me into fits of giggles.”
The cast includes mCcr and community members along with stars of the Cooma Little Theatre.
“I think the audience will agree that every character is perfectly cast,” Caroline says.
“People who didn’t think they could really be actors have proved they are genuinely talented. Jill Murdoch, for example, is genuinely so clever in her role, I hope she does more acting in the future because she’s really good!”
Cathy Burge was also brought on board to bring experience from Cooma Little Theatre.
“I’ve been in plays for 30 years, so I suppose you could say I know my way around a stage!”
Cathy says she loves all things theatre and is thrilled to be a part of Calendar Girls.
“We work hard but it’s always a hoot. Being on stage is great because it puts you out of your comfort zone. It’s thrilling, exciting, terrifying and exhilarating. You certainly know you’re alive when you’re on stage.”
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Bombala’s new Visitor’s Centre a success
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You don’t have to be a visitor to pop in on the Visitor’s Information Centre in Bombala, and the locals have been just as quick to praise the new set up as the tourists have!
The new VIC was opened back in January, and since then there has been a marked increase in numbers coming through the door, and a resulting boom in sales of the local merchandise on offer.
The quaint but light and airy feel of the new building is certainly drawing people in, but it is the wide array of information, displays and local products that really delights them.
Along with the maps, brochures and LED display of local information that visitors need, the VIC boasts an array of merchandise for the area’s events, lavender industry and of course the local platypus population.
The VIC even has its own platypus mascot, with “Puggles” having been named by the community through a social media competition.
Yep, the VIC is on Facebook and Instagram now, and encourages any local groups with upcoming events or happenings to let them know so they can help promote them.
Also within the VIC is a great arts space that is chiefly utilised by the local Bristle Brush Arts group, with their works not only being praised by visitors, but also selling quite well.
So too does the beautiful produce sourced from the local region and nearby, including honey, candles, jewellery, sauces, pottery, and lavender, eucalypt and even chilli based products.
Adding to the charm of the new building with its timber rafters and traditional fittings is a historic hand shearer w hich has been beautifully restored by local man, Harry Peadon.
And there’s a lot more history to be enjoyed next door, with the old Lavender House building which once served as the VIC having been turned back into a local museum.
“There is a great deal of interest in the history of this railway land precinct in particular,” Snowy Monaro Regional Council’s Karen Cash said.
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Great pics Zach
Well done Smiths
Congratulations all🍺🍺
Congratulations boys 👍🏼👍🏼
Well done Stallions
Great photos MP !!
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Cold snap:
Charles Davis braves the cold to bring us the best in wildlife photography
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“If there’s a storm, I’ll be out there. That’s where you get the most beautiful photos; in the blizzards.”
Wildlife photographer, Charles Davis, has made himself known as one of the best in the business with his mesmerising photographs of nature at its wildest.
“People want to see what they wouldn’t usually see when they go outside,” he says. Charles has spent days on the mountains skiing kilometres on end to get the perfect shot. He once skied 15km, 2000m above sea level to find a group of echidnas trudging up the side of a mountain.
“I really like echidnas; they’re so misunderstood. People think they’re these shy little creatures that run away or crawl up into a ball, but they’re really not. They’re so cheeky and curious; they’ll climb up a tree and fall out only to climb up it again. They go swimming, shoot water out of their nostrils, and do headstands. In breeding season I saw nine of them in a line following each other around, they’re adorable.”
But the job doesn’t come without its risks. Charles has found himself lost on the side of a mountain surrounded by fog. He’s been blown over in the middle of a blizzard and spent an unplanned night in Cascade Hut. He’s been charged by brumbies, swooped by birds and had his thumb bitten by an emu.
“But I haven’t killed myself yet, which is good,” he notes.
Charles grew up on a farm in Nimmitabel, surrounded by animals and creativity.
“A lot of my family members are artists. Both my aunts are painters, my grandfather is a landscape painter, my sister, Moni, does charcoal drawings, so I’ve always had the arty stuff all around me.”
When Charles left school, all he wanted to do was snowboard. He travelled the world following the snow and took photos with a small camera given to him for his 21st birthday.
“When I was in Canada, I busted my little camera so I bought a bigger one. I came home and it was like a whole new world had opened up. I just kept taking photos and people kept wanting to buy them.”
Charles will showcase his latest work at his new gallery in Cooma over the winter period. All the photographs have been taken around the Monaro, from Nimmitabel to Tantangara. The gallery is open seven days a week until September 30, 2017. Find Charles and his sister, Moni, at the new gallery at 26 Sharp Street, Cooma.
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