Local news for Harden-Murrumburrah & surrounding areas

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April 2018

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Fox and Feline in SFF Sights

The Cootamundra Branch of the Shooters Fishers and Farmers Party are doing their bit to eradicate pest species, by holding a Fox and Feline eradication program over the winter months. Foxes and feral cats eat on average 150 kilograms of native wildlife and livestock per year/per animal. Nearly all animals under 5.5kgs can be taken… Keep Reading

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Anzac Day Commences In The Twin Towns

Ron Page with Warrant Officer Syd Walsh at the Dawn Service at Newson Park around 6:30am this morning. Over 100 people turned out to Newson Park at 6:00am this morning to commemorate Anzac Day in the town towns. Tim O’Keeffe conducted proceedings and was ably assisted by wife Ting, and Nic Nadycz. Tim led the… Keep Reading

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Hilltops Council Slow To Act For Harden

McLean Oval just before the first George Tooke Shield match this year. Both the Harden Racecourse Users Group and McLean Oval will not be able to rely on funds agreed to at a town meeting for their upcoming Stronger Country Communities Fund applications, after a report did not make it into the April meeting, which… Keep Reading

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Have your Say In Murrumburrah -Landcare

Riverina Landcare Strategic Plan 2023 Project This project is an initiative of the Regional Landcare Facilitator Program and is hosted by Murrumbidgee Landcare Inc. It aims to: Develop a 5-year strategic plan for landcare in the Riverina Provide a roadmap for everyone involved in this space Wednesday 2 May 9 – 11 am MURRUMBURRAH Venue:… Keep Reading

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Nubba Train Fire Extinguished

Harden Fire and Rescue were called to a locomotive fire, west of the Nubba Crossroads on Saturday, as a southbound train with 4 locomotives caught ablaze. Captain Wal Leonow said “We were called around 9:30am to a train fire and when we got out there the boom gates were down and the train was past… Keep Reading

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Local Light Horse on international stage for ANZAC Day

Joey Roberts – 7th Light Horse Gundagai Troop member Joseph Roberts will represent his local troop, riding in ANZAC Day ceremonies in New Zealand on Wednesday. While the nation commemorates ANZAC Day on Wednesday, one local Light Horse trooper is set for an ANZAC Day like no other he’s commemorated before. There will be a… Keep Reading

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Twin Town Times Special Edition April 19 – Stephen Pinney

Private Temporary Corporal Steven Pinney, who enlisted 17/9/68 and was discharged 19/9/71. Stationed at First Field Hospital Vung Tau. (Pictured Right) The Twin Town Times will be commemorating 100 years since the end of WWl, with a special edition this Thursday April 19 and a follow up edition, next Thursday April 26. Steve Pinney with his… Keep Reading

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Pay Walls For Fairfax Mastheads?

The Daily Advertiser has announced plans to launch ‘new subscription packages’ for some of their newspapers, with at least 8 mastheads charging readers to view their online content. Up until now they have provided content for free. The Advertiser released a story on April 12 stating “New subscription offerings are being introduced across eight ACM… Keep Reading

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Brahmans Rounded Up By Rovers

Drew Arabin against Boorowa on Saturday. Arabin made a couple of line breaks and played well in the losing side. The local derby by Boorowa against Binalong at the Binalong Rec Ground last Saturday saw the George Tooke Shield open hostilities for the 2018 season. Played in very warm conditions and with a moderate westerly… Keep Reading

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Devils Keep Panthers Scoreless For The First Time In History

Jack O’Connor in action for the Devils at Robert’s Park, in their trial against Boorowa. O’Connor made two interceptions against Grenfell on Saturday and also scored a try. The Devils welcome the Cootamundra Tri-Colours to Harden on Saturday. Go Devils! The Harden Devils won their first game of the season in a close and very… Keep Reading

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Hawks Ready To Roll Against ADFA

Sam Davis and Pat Smith are ready to roll against the Australian Defence Force Academy at McLean Oval on Saturday. Both Sam and Pat played pivotal roles in the Youth League Premeirship in 2017 and will be looking to step up again. It’s not long now until the gates are open at McLean Oval. When… Keep Reading

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Commonwealth Games Medal For Gill Clarkes’s Grandson Tom

Tom Clarke is the son of former Harden-Murrumburrah resident Darren, and the grandson of local resident Gill Clarke.    Tom has, with his cycling partner Brad Henderson, won two Bronze Medals in the vision-impaired tandem sprint in the current Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast. The Duchess of Cornwall presented the young men with one of their awards. Tom… Keep Reading

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Jugiong Lads Off To The Big Smoke April 11

Samuel Elphick, Sam Manwaring, Maurie Hyles and Monty Hyles. Four Jugiong Public School lads will be heading for Sydney to compete in the 50 metre small schools relay side on April 11, after an excellent showing at Albury recently. Unfortunately with the closure of the swimming season and the Jugiong Pool, the boys have had… Keep Reading

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Edition March 22 – Binalong Public School Hot Shots

Alerya Brayshaw & Dane Howard (wearing their tournament medals) with Mr Maher.The infants with Mr Maher. Binalong Public School (BPS) have been participating in the Hot Shots Tennis program organised and delivered by Colin Maher from Young. All students thoroughly enjoyed the program and have developed their tennis skills. The program ended with the primary students… Keep Reading

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Edition March 22 – Hawks Put On Show For CRL

Kai Steele manning the gate at Robert’s Park for the CRL Zone Rep matches. A Monaro player in action. On Saturday Harden Murrumburrah was privileged to be selected to host a rare double header of the Andrew Johns U16’s Cup and Laurie Daley U18’s Cup, showcasing some of the best young talent coming through in NSW.… Keep Reading

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Edition March 22 – The Good Oil

Kathryn Foster with a doTERRA pack. She is hoping to share her experiences with those who would like to know more. Kathryn Foster has been singing the praises of natural oils which she says can help with sleep, headaches, teeth grinding and other ailments of the body. She said, “I studied using essential oils about… Keep Reading

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Council To Host Monthly Village Workshops

In order to ensure Hilltops residents across the entire LGA have the opportunity to speak to councillors and executive staff directly about the issues important to them, Council will host monthly village workshops to consult with those living outside of Young, Harden and Boorowa. Mayor Brian Ingram said given the considerable geographic area the Hilltops… Keep Reading

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