Hilltops Council may resolve to accept the Regional Cultural Grant from the NSW State Government at their Council meeting on Wednesday night. It is listed in the business paper under 18/104 The recommendation has two parts to it. “1. Accept the Regional Cultural Fund Grant of $3.0 million for the Joint Use facility with Young… Keep Reading
The Harden Red Devils Rugby community has sadly lost long-term player John Ryan, after he passed away on Saturday June 16. The club wishes to pass on its condolences to John’s family. John is pictured above, playing for Harden at Robert’s Park. Clint Stevens packs down against his opposite at Wallendbeen on Saturday. John Ryan… Keep Reading
Back: Brian Farnesworth, Michael Blundell, Dot Farnesworth, Merrilee Blundell, Joe Blundell, Judy McGlynn, Front: Bernie & Joyce McGrath, Thelma Blundell, Pat Blundell. One of Aurville’s Icons, Thelma Blundell celebrated her 90th birthday on Wednesday at the Harden Murrumburrah Nursing Home. She was surrounded by her nieces and nephews and extended family who were preparing to tuck… Keep Reading
Hilltops Council is investigating a joint venture with Schools Infrastructure NSW to build a shared facility between the Young High School and the Council. Hilltops Council has been successful in its application to the State Government’s Regional Cultural Fund for $3 million to go towards a new library for Young. Deputy Premier, John Barilaro was… Keep Reading
The death has occurred of Mr John Paul Ryan. Passed away on the 16th June 2018. Devoted father of Bella and loved partner of Stacey. Loved son of Cheryl and cherished brother of Cassie, Chernelle and Marley. Loving uncle of his nieces and nephews. Sadly missed by his grandparents, uncles, aunties and his many friends.… Keep Reading
The death has occurred of Mr John Paul Ryan. Passed away on the 16th June 2018. Devoted father of Bella and loved partner of Stacey. Loved son of Cheryl and cherished brother of Cassie, Chernelle and Marley. Loving uncle of his nieces and nephews. Sadly missed by his grandparents, uncles, aunties and his many… Keep Reading
A very rare photograph taken by Robert Scott from atop the Murrumburrah Mill looking in an eastward direction. You can see Murrimboola creek, Robert’s Park and the lower end of Murrumburrah. The Times will be printing a series of stories about our local history with the first instalment this week. With its historical significance Murrumburrah… Keep Reading
Welcome to the world Isabella Grace Jones, born 3-6-2018 at Young District Hospital, weighing 6lb 7oz. Third daughter to Ashley and Courtney and little sister to Georgia 5, and Philippa 3. Granddaughter to Terry and Janet Howe and Murray and Leanne Jones. Great-granddaughter to June Howe and Graham Goodwin. Georgia and Philippa Jones are smitten… Keep Reading
Contractors have been at work in the streets of the twin towns over the last week, cutting branches off trees and reducing the height of a number of others under power lines. The process appears to happen on an annual or bi-annual frequency. This tree in Smith Street is looking a little worse for wear.… Keep Reading
Front: Amelia Leitner-Ford, Maria Raptis, Brooke Emms, Sybella Lenehan, Abbey Wade, Barry Wooldridge. Back: Harry Shorrock and Heidi O’Connor. Class representatives spoke on multicultural topics at the Murrumburrah Public School Public Speaking Assembly recently. The quality and perspectives of the speeches were of a high calibre. A huge congratulations must got to the primary students… Keep Reading
Except for Queenslanders and Western Australians, most people have just enjoyed [or endured] the Queen’s Birthday long weekend. West Australians will have to wait until September 24th before their turn comes around, and Queenslanders have an even longer wait – until October 1st. Commonwealth countries only celebrate the birthday – on whichever day, and yet… Keep Reading
After the rain on Saturday adults and children turned up on Sunday to enjoy a social gathering in the park behind the hall in the beautiful sunshine. Clayton and Glenda cooked the barbecue comprising of steak, rissoles, sausages and vegetable wraps which went well with other salads. Winners of the meat raffles were Karen, George… Keep Reading
A great Monday for the long weekend, quite cool in the shade but more than pleasant in the sun and out of the wind. Wonderful day for sport for those still young and able enough to compete. Is croquet still being played in the area? I am again looking at the score book from the… Keep Reading
Reflections Holiday Parks who manage both Burrinjuck and Wyangala Dams are restricting fuel being brought in to the parks after a review was carried out into their fuel facilities which advised the bizarre restriction. A media release stated “To ensure visitor safety, it is not permitted to carry fuel into the parks for vehicles and/or… Keep Reading
Members of Harden’s Polocrosse club; Kevin Bradford, Meg Perceval, Michael Hunter, Lucy Hunter, Jane Lehane and Emma Hunter. Polocrosse carnivals in the region have been put in jeopardy recently due to the lack of rainfall. Both Harden and Jugiong carnivals were in doubt due to the hard surface of the fields, until rain fell over… Keep Reading
Andrew Kennett is helping out local Rugby by becoming a qualified senior referee. Andrew Kennett has put his hand up to do a thankless, yet much- needed job for local Rugby. He said, “It’s hard work out there, it’s challenging without a doubt.” Andrew has been refereeing juniors for a number of years and decided… Keep Reading
Jugiong’s very own Tom Butt will be losing his long locks of hair in a fundraiser to be held on August 4 at the Carrington Hotel. Tom plays Rugby League for both the Harden Hawks Youth League and First Grade sides and has grown his hair for a number of years now. Tom has set… Keep Reading
Will Harden-Murrumburrah have a Council office in 10 years time? Hilltops Council’s Long Term Financial Plan 2018-2028 is on display until Thursday June 21, where the community can provide feedback to the Council regarding the 10 year plan. It is projected that by years end, Council’s net operating result will be in the red to… Keep Reading
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