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Archives

The Cobar Weekly website has archives from October 22, 2008. The Cobar Weekly's archive of hard copies of the newspaper date back to 1988 and are able to be searched by members of the public by appointment only. Contact the office for more information.

October 22, 2008
October 29, 2008
November 5, 2008
November 12, 2008
November 19, 2008
November 26, 2008
December 3, 2008
December 10, 2008
December 17, 2008
December 24, 2008
January 21, 2009
January 29, 2009
February 4, 2009
February 11, 2009
February 18, 2009
February 25, 2009
March 4, 2009
March 11, 2009
March 18, 2009
March 25, 2009
April 1, 2009

October 22, 2008
Cobar set for festival fun
Local artworks on exhibition this week
Drink drivers saturate court system
Delays push pool works back again
Long ride to work for CMPL staff
Golfie's big bowls event has been run and won
Score slumps after loss of wickets
Roosters set for Group 11 comp in 2009
Rugby coaching panel appointed

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October 29, 2008
Cobar's EDMS is the region's best
Negotiations to commence for doctor's surgery
Police figures to raise awareness of violence
Cobar dissatisfied with pipeline group
St John's School is making it public
What a week!
Cobar Police detain 120 fun seekers
Contrast in games
Twelve local juniors join FWAS
Guys and Gals book mixed netball grand final

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November 5, 2008
Fillies, fascinators and fun
Colourful and vibrant new pool will be worth the wait
Record breaking October weather
Report card on planning performance
An abundanc of local talent showcased by our youths
Music in the dust at Nymagee
Regulars return for annual bowls event
Cobar win on a forfeit from Walgett
BodyPump is back at the Youthie
Very good scores shot by keen archers at two day event

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November 12, 2008
Cobar pauses for Remembrance Day
Latest retrenchments a huge blow
Cobar to lose its air services
Dentist to close
Residents support funding application for Louth Road
Professor speaks at dinner
Guys and Gals grab grand final honours
Mitchell records good round for a win
Darts champions presented with awards
RGM give CCI Rebels a run for their money

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November 19, 2008
Senators meet indigenous group in Cobar
Council in a safe financial position according to auditor
"Wait and see" approach adopted
Council looks to airport's future
New equipment boost for Cobar St John
CSA wins mining industry award for community work
Golfers celebrate end of season
Cobar through to VB Country Plate finals
Jones takes home Billy Manns Cup after shoot-off
Blackie's Benders grab a win over Georgie's Girls

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November 26, 2008
CHS Year 12 farewelled in style
Major boost for council with $422,000 of federal funds
Exclusive licence offered for new Cobar airline
GWAHS insists 'no children' policy is in draft form only
Illegal animal dumping places strain on local vet surgery
New stage purchased through community partnership
Harbisons put on a good shoe at Ward Oval
Good old fashioned bush gymkhana
Hard going at touch
Golfers battle windy weather for men's closing day

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December 3, 2008
Just in time for summer!
Production cut back at Straits' Nyngan mines
Exceptional circumstances funding focus for RLPB field day
Homes evacuated after gas leak at service station
Inadequate street numbering concerns raised at council
The bin is back at Vinnies
Thrilling win for EveryDay Heroes
Annie 'The Gun' Dunn ends season with a bang
Cricketers face heavy playing surfaces
One-sided games feature at touch

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December 10, 2008
Rotary boosts Brennan Centre funds
Staff laid off as downturn hits EDMS
Water trucked to Nymagee after the dam runs dry
New pool builds on a history of grand swimming facilities
Western Studio dancers bring a touch of Disney to Cobar
CPS's academic achievers
RSL holds onto the Bert Oldfield Challenge Cup
Mixed summer golf comp kick starts
Watson and Dawson selected to attend NSW rugby camp
Joel's Jets and Baden's Bears battle it out at 16s cricket

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December 17, 2008
Refurbished pool given an official opening
House completely destroyed by fire
Air operator puts in expression of interest for Cobar
KML Industries celebrating 20 years of trading locally
Community helps Kubby get a Dyson
Generous donation
Cobar beats nemesis Dubbo in Brewery Shield
Cobar Little A's compete at Zone carnival in Dubbo
Motocross action returns to the Cobar Auto Club track
Walkback, crazy points and chair events at clay target

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December 24, 2008
Two homes judged to have best lights
Three projects to receive funding
Syndicate offers help for Kubby
Local students’ HSC results above average
100 years of history ends as Cobar RLPB holds last meeting
Dr Indra opens new surgery
Bowman’s winners revealed at presentation night
Watson’s six wicket haul helps GW Colts to a win over RSL
Whitla and Bruce take home the hams
Close results a feature in mixed touch competition

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January 21, 2009
Time to celebrate all things Aussie
Record tourist numbers in Cobar
Cobar's pharmacy gets off Scott free
Council looks to securing Nymagee's water
A new year, a new service and a new start for Kubby House
New location, same service
The summer golf competition is heating up
Cobar/Temora game a highlight of VB Country Plate
Horse racing is expected to return to Cobar in 2009
Fishing competition to be held at Louth on Australia Day

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January 29, 2009
Cobar community recognises achievers
Not the full story
Australia Day honours for SES worker
A cool change arrives at Cobar Hospital
SES starts the clean up after wind gusts up to 95km/h
Max honoured at Golfie
Cobar’s Australia Day traditions continue at the pool
Harley raises the bar at Yabbies
Massive haul of Carp busted at Louth
A new face enters the field of local horse racing

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February 4, 2009
Students head back into the classroom
Hot weather not quite record breaking
Work on main street upgrade kicks back into gear for 2009
New role for Jackson with changes at the top of EDMS
Husband and wife team a boost to Cobar medical centre
CHS welcomes new staff
Cobar into Brewery Shield grand final
Touch returns to sweltering conditions
Atlas Copco and Nymagee record wins on return to cricket
Jackpot bowls attracts big fields

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February 11, 2009
Cobar hosts consular visit
Two house fires
Land value data for Cobar released
Tougher water restrictions?
Pool upgrade worth the money spent
Football stars visit St John’s
Cowboys create history with Brewery Shield win
Cobar represented at two Dubbo swimming carnivals
Golfie bowls starts to feel the heat
Cobar Yabbies clean up at Western Districts Carnival

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February 18, 2009
Cobar lends fire support
Four lose licences
New manager takes the reins at CMPL
Council has a vision for Cobar’s future
Extensive rain falls across the district the best this year
Empire drinkers do their bit
Records tumble at CHS swimming carnival
Warriors get the better of Crusaders
Events flow smoothly at CPS carnival
A new sporting club is up and running

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February 25, 2009
Local bushfire appeal to combine with football Charity Challenge
Child escapes serious injury
Cobar retailers could tap into state business funding
Council questions Western Division future at meeting
Cobar’s isolated parents form new support group
Joint effort
Bowlers numbers are still growing
Golfers get out in the good weather
GW Spartans and RGM score decisive touch victories
Cobar denies Nyngan Shane Smith Memorial Cup

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March 4, 2009
CBH calls for help to save Endeavor
Cobar man held over firearms theft
Royal Far West service forced to drive
Controversial speaker stirs up Cobar business community
More than 300 years combined service to Cobar Show
Magical night at Ward Oval
CPS are area swim champions
Nymagee through to grand final
Golfers farewell summer comp
Cobar contingent at outback triathlon

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March 11, 2009
Sue tops region at TAFE
EDMS to relocate Cobar staff
First clinic of visiting eye service in Cobar a success
Efforts underway to recruit dentist
St John cadets test their skills in Cobar
Cobar Rugby 10s sign sponsor
Another national title for Yabbies
Spirited touch performances
Brilliant win for Roosters Under 18s
GW Colts make their way to senior cricket grand final

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March 18, 2009
$1.5m to turn CHS into training centre
Funds granted to build Euabalong hall
Nymagee water storage full after 70mm
Sing Australia workshop lays foundations to form local choir
Women in Cobar recognised with special luncheon
Mystery trip for seniors
Nymagee has fourth successive grand final win
Netball fundraiser a roaring success
Cobar in winner’s circle at Golden Ibis
Nineteen gather at pool for triathlon event on Sunday

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March 25, 2009
Waste turned to art
Peak results highlight of New Gold report
Community services minister visits Cobar on region tour
Local men out of work offered chance to re-skill themselves
Community members get behind town clean up effort
CHS art on display
Juniors’ swimming season comes to an end
Golfie’s championship games contested
Poker competition is progressing well
Golfers represent CHS at WSSA event

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April 1, 2009
Cobb holds a jobs forum in Cobar
Local youths go on destructive drunken rampage
Debate over Ward Oval facilities
Council plans to keep pool open
Cobar Arts Council enters 2009 with new leadership team
A woman’s place is not in the home
Roosters dominate Charity Challenge again
Locals gain success at sheep major sheep dog events
Stumps has been called on the junior cricket season
Cobar’s U/15s claim resounding 56-20 victory over St John’s

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April 8, 2009
Easter on parade
Far West again forced to deny rumours
CHS students sign up for school based traineeships
Cobar musician gets original song played on regional radio
Cobar base for Australia wide training
Blues unveil new sponsor
Brilliant start for the Blues
GW and Joblink claim touch titles
Local league junior to further career with AIS scholarship
New young faces in the Blues’ line-up for 2009 season

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April 16, 2009
CPS scores a garden grant
Almost an inch of rainfall measured in Cobar over Easter
Cobar to bid to host regional awards
TV personality Scott McGregor films at Kallara Station
Rain causes some delays to street work
WesTrac back on board for races
Egan wins Macquarie Cup
Welcome rain interrupts big golf weekend
Parramatta dominate Easter challenge
Bowmen compete at national event

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April 22, 2009
‘Frustrated’ doctor leaves Cobar
Local concerned by tree clearing work
Police issue fines for two underage drinking offences
Workshop leads to new camera club
Humphries first speaker for OCU’s business breakfast
New business is thriving
Sandgreen title stays with Cobar
Copper City shoot
Golfie clinches No. 7 Pennants bowls title over Bourke
Mixed results for Blues netball teams in second round

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April 29, 2009
Big crowd turns out for ANZAC march
LHPA rates not increased for all
Cobar Army Cadet Unit helps Tilpa commemorate ANZAC Day
More than 50 years of memories for show pavilion volunteer
Pipeline group meets to discuss possible gas line project
Joanne’s a winner
Top month for Ryan
U/15 Roosters demolish Eastridge
Funding eases sporting travel costs eased
Food and refreshments in order at Atlas Copco Day

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May 6, 2009
Bustling Market Day
Possible uranium find won’t be mined near Cobar
CBH considers production step-up
New ultrasound service a major boost for Cobar residents
Museum commissions reprint of book on Gilgunnia history
Money for community groups
First round win for Camels
Juniors contest a very physical, gruelling game
Blues A Graders have plenty to celebrate after a big win
Visitors dominate golf major placings

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May 13, 2009
What a show!
Drugs detected in police operation
Chance this week to recognise all our volunteers
Businesses learn to improve store presentation
Mount Hope’s Old Store razed by fire
Papalote gets the crowd going
Hot competition at this year’s show
WGNSW event brings out new handicaps
Heroic display in junior league
Gymnastics on St John’s curricula

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May 20, 2009
Cobar racing makes a successful return
LBV bus issue draws huge crowd to council meeting
Helicopter called to false alarm
Local organisations sign on help employ disabled local
Heartmoves aims to makes Cobar residents’ hearts healthy
Rookie award
Camels one step further to premiership hope
Mixed indoor soccer kicks off
Yabbies’ season may be over but the celebrations continue
Windy conditions greet clay shooters

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May 27, 2009
Budding scientists challenged
Soaking rain falls across the district
Railway inspires creative photography
Thefts investigated
CHS students join Rotary’s Model United Nations Assembly
High rollers come out to play
Fans have something to crow about
Wet weather plays havoc on golf comp
Red Earthlings take out grand final
A Blues blitz

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June 3, 2009
National award for medical centre
Two major drug busts by local police
Outstanding accreditation result for LBV
Council moves to reopen cinema
Group considers new route for gas pipeline closer to Cobar
Cups raised for cancer research
Cobar Blues Club records a trifecta at home
Bowmen put their skills to the test
Cobar junior netballers’ skills are improving each week
Pleasant autumn conditions for junior soccer players

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June 11, 2009
A multitude of careers on display
Double demerits slow drivers down
Month worth of rain falls in one week in Cobar
Local women urged to bring in old bras for a good cause
Bede rewarded for excellent service
Winter wonderland
Egan has biggest win of his career
Kennedy sports a new handicap
Poker players compete at regional comp
Space Cadets go one better this year

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June 17, 2009
St John’s scores a new $1.7million hall
Council reports on grant applications
Gun amnesty ends
Enterprise facilitator Mark Workman speaks to council
Business association to launch a shop locally campaign
CPS debaters get the point across
Crowd-pleasing Camels post another win
Strong junior league performances
Blues take on top of the table Tigers
Darts singles and doubles champions have been decided

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June 24, 2009
CBH cashed up after $12m Hera sale
Funding granted for dental surgery as talks continue
Drought bus brings a wealth of information to Cobar
Construction of new taxi rank begins
Medical centre rewarded for meeting national standards
ICPA state council in Cobar
Cobar U15s are a potent force with 62-4 win
B Blues still at top
New lights will illuminate Ward Oval like never before
Old Boys record a 14-10 win in curtain raiser at Nyngan

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July 1, 2009
Best rainfall all year tops up water storage
Council defers decisions on lobby groups
Cobar Rugby Club to host ‘Rugby’s Gentleman’ John Eales
Two locals elected as LHPA directors
Cobar’s St John Ambulance officers ready to respond
Award presented
B Grade Blues are sitting pretty in lead up to semis
Blues A Grade netballers return to the winner’s circle
Roosters decimate Dubbo’s pride
Hillston snatches win in a very close encounter with Blues

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July 8, 2009
Keep Your Cash In Cobar
Endeavor’s future looking positive
Nurses Roadshow visits Cobar to discuss local issues
Huge response to business awards
NAIDOC Week commemorated at school
Live music attracts a crowd
Records broken at CHS athletics carnival
Bannister Day
Triples bowls contested at the Golfie
Memorable day at archery official shoot

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July 15, 2009
Greg gets ready to roll
New events for this year’s Miner’s Ghost Festival
Cataract surgery cuts are scheduled with budgets cuts
EDMS is positive
Cobar High School joins the Digital Education Revolution
Audience entranced
Cobar Blues’ win comes down to the wire
Reserve Grade steps up to entertain Camels sponsors
Cobar’s U/11s survive a close encounter with Jets
Blues netballers given a real shake up by Barellan visitors

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July 22, 2009
Local production of Anastasia gets rave reviews
Suspended prison sentences for drivers
New owners take over butcher shop in main street
Council to consider request for medical centre rent review
Masons NSW Grand Master visits Cobar members
Competition winners
Cobar Camels soundly thrash the Nyngan Bulls
Netballers come home with two wins
Cobar Old Boys to join Men of League
Wet weather interrupts women’s golf calendar of events

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July 27, 2009
Top cop honours
Council cuts ODGP rent
Murdi Paaki meeting in Cobar to discuss collaboration
Councillors see for themselves the work needed on cinema
Settree’s new venture to give a real Cobar experience
On the treasure trail
Blues’ B graders in the competition hot seat
Bartlett leads the golfers home
Power, passion and superior tactics
Bleak day for the Roosters at Tom Knight Memorial Oval

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August 5, 2009
Local ‘shavers’ raise $14,000
Highway blocked by truck crash
No cost blowout on main street works
June rainfall fails to dent drought
New microchip scanner to benefit many Nymagee residents
14 locals make debut at Mayoral Ball
A Graders win semi in sensational style
Kennedy’s good form continues
Rifle club results
Big field for Inter Mine Challenge

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August 12, 2009
Louth 2009—Done and dusted
Two injured in single car rollover near Emmdale
Medical centre welcomes new doctor
Study underway into feasibility of new silver mine
The Cobar Weekly’s history sparks National Library interest
New office for government service
Roosters have something to crow about
Heroic and awesome display of home grown U15s talent
Cobar’s B Grade netballers are bound for glory
Bactrians narrowly beaten at Bourke

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August 19, 2009
Roll out the red carpet - a night of Hollywood glamour as debutantes take to the floor
Cobar businesses go against the trend
Council considers solution to caravan park crowding
Plans underway for new council owned surgery
St John’s School’s 125 years anniversary to be set in stone
Intersection work completed
Annual event attracts shooters Australia wide
Cobar Blues A and B Grade sides qualify for grand finals
U/11s Roosters do-or-die semi golden point win
Long standing carnival records broken

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August 26, 2009
Blues’ win makes history
Bike rider injured in collision with car
Fire warning after carpet set alight
FIRB approves sale of Hera project
Volunteer shortage reduces Vinnies shop opening hours
Marquee unveiled
Egan claims NSW Sand Green Champion title
Camels’ Reserve Grade final berth
Junior soccer is heading into final rounds of competition
Rugby league season comes to an end

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September 2, 2009
Accolades for ‘quiet achiever’ KML
Shareholders hear of a brighter future for CBH Resources
Fines and court for numerous traffic offences
Main street works dig up part of Cobar’s history
St John’s funds boosted by $5,000 Masons donation
Big crowd at LBV fete
President’s bowls returns to Golfie
Biggest event of its kind in Australia
Biggest ever crowd for Ronny Gibbs 7s league and netball
Bowlers celebrate day on the greens

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September 9, 2009
Leadership team returned
Funds help CEF in the business of helping business
YTC director in Cobar to discuss Hera gold project
No smoking starts a blaze of discussion
Buckwaroon Landcare Group nominated for major award
Principals meet in Cobar
Copper City Dog Trial—The best ever!
Janet Place is once again A Grade champ
Local horse riders compete at Narromine and Nyngan
The Cobar Camels are down and out for 2009 season

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September 16, 2009
Success of Spring Fair is no secret
New dental services have Cobar smiling
Buckwaroon Landcare Group wins award
Wool Track plan on show to MP
NSW Farmers’ Association president talks with local graziers
Council welcomes new engineer
Gala soccer day attracts hundreds of juniors
Western Junior Golf Charity Day
High school teams take on Gilgandra in basketball comp
Junior league wraps up season with trophy presentations

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September 23, 2009
Club hands out cash to community groups
Two accidents in Frederick Street
Good report for potential Hera mine
Four in court on drink driving charges
Environmentally minded group meets to form a local CULT
Visitors to Cobar hit the bike trails
Blues celebrate their best season ever
Place wins the Cobar Ladies Open A Grade 27 hole scratch event
Fancy shooting at pistol Spring Classic
Final matches played for the 2009 junior soccer season

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September 30, 2009
PP’s fundraiser was a thriller
Peel Exploration to look for Cobar gold
New era for War Memorial Hostel as mortgage discharged
Dust storm has the whole town talking about the past
Artists to exhibit at Parliament House
Tutoring initiative launched
Camels celebrate 2009 achievements
Exciting, close games wrap up junior basketball season
Business end of the comp for indoor soccer
Cobar junior netballers wrap up their 2009 season

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October 8, 2009
Yee-ha! Rodeo action returns to Cobar
Miner’s ghost to come alive during local festival
Appeal for witnesses to fatal accident
Council wins state award for unique snake safety initiative
Vandalism of signs giving tourists wrong impression
Local art on display
Duatava wins 10s tournament
Brilliams Copper City Classic attracts big field
Absolutely No Fear in soccer semi
Arctic conditions for Yabbies’ first swim

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October 14, 2009
Cobar shines at regional business awards
Oval fees waived
Dry month sees more of state drought declared
Positive outlook for Endeavor with cash flow generated
Budget amended
Dental services return
Visiting golfers dominate prize list
Nymagee and Ox Colts record early cricket victories
Warm conditions for monthly shoot
Cobar’s junior squash players play the best in far west

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October 21, 2009
Get ready for spook-tacular festival fun
Fire guts Brough Street house
$70,000 funding for new bicycle track
Exciting times for silver explorer
Local SES members in mock road accident rescue exercise
Mine opens to the public
Visitors dominate CCI Triples tournament
Hermidale Beach Volleyball grand final an all Cobar affair
Golf Club and Nymagee cricket winners
Carter claims CCI golf line honours

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October 28, 2009
Festival brings out the spirit in Cobar
Overdraft to help council meet cash regulations
Leading Edge wins state business award
Cobar competes with top city councils in leadership games
Nymagee out in force to meet with mining executives
Buckwaroon wins again
Weekend of cricket to celebrate 50 year milestone
Police Charity Day golf attracts a field of 124 players
Lawn bowlers turn the greens pink to raise funds
Cobar Pony Club ready to celebrate its 50th anniversary

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November 4, 2009
All frocked up for the Melbourne Cup
School choir joins hundreds in opera house performance
Cobar kids learning to make sense of the art at workshops
CATS in Cobar helping local children with a disability
New florist, Upsy Daisy, is heading for business success
Seminars help local businesses
Cobar hosts successful annual Five Way Swim
Floorboards book spot in grand final
Women wrap up their golf season
Nymagee makes short work of Golf Club in local cricket

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November 11, 2009
Cobar Pony Club celebrates 50 years of history
Euabalong facing dry summer but Cobar has water
Planning process underway for new silver project
Many opportunities for Cobar’s growing tourism industry
Film festival showcases local works with Australia’s best
Golfers donate to Cobar kids
Copper City Pairs Bowls Tournament ends in tie
Langford Day draws 46 to the tee
CSA takes first win in Twenty20 local cricket competition
Floorboards crowned Mixed Indoor Soccer champions

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November 18, 2009
A stylish way to end 13 years of schooling
Police operation nets drug and alcohol offences
Scorching week on the way for Cobar
Euabalong fights for water supply
Workshop aims to get youth mental health issues out there
Thank goodness they were here
Records take a dive at carnival
Twenty20 heroes
Jim Manns takes home memorial trophy
Good roll up of 21 teams at charity day golf event

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November 25, 2009
Heat wave smashes Cobar’s weather records
Humphries calls on government to support air service
Explorer seeks new avenues for iron
Tourism on the rise in Cobar with best figures ever
Shop window smashed in one of many damage incidents
Golfers help children
Golfie sportsmen celebrate
Nymagee still unbeaten this season
FWAS talent squad education program at Warren
Great line and length bowling leads Nymagee to a win

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December 2, 2009
Did someone say Jingle Bells?
Pipeline proposal on the backburner
Euabalong fights for equal restrictions
A piece of Cobar in historic Sydney icon
Local apprentice among WesTrac’s best in the state
School recognises achievers
Dunlevy and Prince’s match winning partnership
Cobar crushes Wellington in cricket
Heat takes it’s toll on women golfers
Cobar Camels appoint new rugby coaches for 2010 season

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December 9, 2009
CHRISTMAS CASH
New silver mine could employ 80 locals
Memorial recognises young men’s role in copper discovery
Water carting to start in Euabalong
Children’s workshops create work of art fit for a king
Look who’s arrived!
Nymagee returns to form
Cowboys into Country Plate finals series
Good fields for summer golf comp
Pony club ends year with presentations and Christmas party

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December 16, 2009
Cobar dancers bring movies to life
Payphone to stay in Euabalong after public pressure
Lower Macquarie water group gets $400,000 grant
Premier tours as drought increases across the state
Cobar students recognised with national defence force awards
Christmas cash draw
Parents outplay the Kangas to win series
Low scores and early finishes in local cricket competition
NRL Club High Performance Camps in Sydney
Cobar Old Boys hope to create Greater Western branch

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December 23, 2009
Light, sound and movie display wins competition
Council to seek advice on goat facility
Council takes tough stance on water restrictions
Two trapped after serious accident
Hannah tops the state in HSC subject
Practical experience
Outstanding play by Ox Sheilas for grand final win
Easy wins for Nymagee and Colts in senior cricket
Australian rugby great to be Cobar Rugby Club guest
Sleeping Giants claim their fifth successive grand final win

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December 20, 2010
Tributes pour in for Allan ‘Doc’ Brady
Renewed calls for air service to Cobar
Local achievers to be recognised on Australia Day
CBH sale rumours
Influx of new apprentices a sign things are improving
A welcome sight
Luncheon with The Legend
Roosters appoint Jermyn as coach
Twenty20 competition resumes with win for Ox Bushies
Cobar well represented at Nyngan Swimming Carnival

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January 27, 2010
Community heroes recognised with awards
CBH to reduce debt in ‘company transforming’ deal with Toho Zinc
Kubby starts afresh in 2010 with a renewed positive outlook
Relief for Euabalong as water flows
The Cobar Entertainment Centre is open for business
Honour for local cadet captain
Cobar’s top sportsmen and women honoured
Ox Bushies make high score in their Twenty20 cricket night game win
Peter Brien leads the field for hot golf competition
Tough Australia Day triathlon course tests local juniors

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February 17, 2010
Cobar drenched by weekend storms
Albert Priest Channel plan a pipe dream?
Car thief caught near Cobar with guns
More input needed as Youth Week planning gets underway
Workshop comes up with lots of ideas to attract tourists
School celebrates past
Long standing records tumble at CHS carnival
Luck spread around at Golfie poker
Cobar Yabbies get washed away at Western Districts
Gold wins St John’s swimming carnival

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February 24, 2010
Australian Wallaby meets Cobar Camels
Security and more on liquor accord meeting agenda
Water board to go ahead with plans for new storage
Western councils meet to debate issues
Natural disaster declared after heavy rain causes floods
New arts officer
Basketball season begins
Nymagee leads Kangas
Second CATS triathlon event produces two new winners
Potter claims two wins in two weeks

March 3, 2010

Cobar grounded without government aid
New mineral targets found near Hera
Motorbike club conference provides local tourism boost
Demand increases for EDMS services
Dog owners warned after rise in snake bites this summer
Technology starts at a young age
Flat Track racing makes a spectacular return
Cricket rep sides selected
Twenty20 cricket competition grand finalists decided
Little A’s members compete at Regional carnival in Finley

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March 10, 2010

Local Women Celebrate Achievements
Cobar Hospital Will Not Close
Flood Damage Bill On Roads May Be Up To $1Million
Local rain Gauges Fill Up In Wet Start To Autumn
Local Seniors Capture Images Of Life Through Their Eyes
Khan's Donates To Kids
Touch Challenge A Winner
Cobar Wins Two Against Nyngan
Brewarrina Back From "Bowls Limbo"
Women's Golf Competition Kicks Off For 2010 Season

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March 17, 2010

Serving The Shire For 202 Years
Owner Ship Tussle For CBH Resources
Humphries Speaks With Airline About Western Air Services
Bomb Scare Drill counci's Emergency Preparednessl
Council Hears Of Country Energy's Plans To Power Cobar
Cobar Ready For Visitor Influx
RSL Cause A Major Upset To Win Senior Cricket Competition
Accolades For Cobars Cricket's Best
Marsden To Coach Roosters Reserves
Golfie Pennants Bowlers Too Strong On Their Own Turf

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March 24, 2010

Main street works near final phase
Ray Smith to take up new appointment
Solar panels installed at pool to offset electricity costs
CBH directors support Toho deal to boost Endeavor
Public health information session well received by locals
Outback Arts AGM
Ox Bushies break the hoodoo to win Twenty20 title
The season finishes for little athletes
Tough going on lush golf course
Cobar’s junior swimming club season comes to a close

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April 8, 2010

Tourism mag hits the streets
Reckless drivers caught in Easter roads operation
Drink Drivers Saturate Court System
Positive rainfall figures for Cobar
Cobar a popular rally destination as Brat’s Bash rolls in
Impressive wins for CHS chess team
Martin and Green blow the rest of the field away
League puts out a ‘Call to Arms’ for players to commit
Full on program of lawn bowls
Perfect weather for a big weekend of Easter golf

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April 14, 201014-18

Youth Week activities continue
Holiday boredom? No way!
Major overhaul for road funding
New offer in war for CBH ownership
Two arts projects to go ahead with government funds
Masons travel from across state for new Grand Master
Locals help keep angels in the air
Cobar athletes in Far West squad at Academy Games
Roosters use trial match as opportunity to gel as a team
Good player numbers for poker games
Good field on the golf course to raise funds for cancer

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May 12, 2010

Hospital staff receive generous donation
Mining tax proposal may be blocked
Local turns own experiences into a new business venture
Passion for home made things becomes a new business
And they’re (almost) off and racing
Awards for best Yabbies
Prendergast and team win bowls triples club round
Golf’s gold medal goes to Gibson
Blues A Graders continue unbeaten run this season

May 19, 2010

Cobar Races hailed by all as a great success
Council considers gum tree removal
Local man charged under Skye’s Law after car chase
Digital TV blow
Local school captains meet state leaders in parliament
Cobar radio to go back on the air?
Successful week for rugby league on and off field
Balmy weather for junior soccer comp
Phillips pips Prendergast in bowls
Shooters from around Australia compete at local event

May 26, 2010

Dancers raise $16,000
Multi-million dollar expansion at CSA
National police operation nets drug offenders near Cobar
Cobar locals walk in the footsteps of fallen Aussie soldiers
Clubs delegates meet in Cobar for quarterly conference
Sampling expert visits Cobar
Camels’ win over Gular their “best game in years”.
Golfers contest International Bowl
Bartlett bowls well
Blues netball teams both score big wins over Tullibigeal

June 2, 2010

Fashion from waste
Efforts for town bypass renewed
Pedestrian hit
Enterprise facilitation helps turn passion into a business
Moulin Rouge will showcase more than just stage talent
Street furniture installed
Camels unlucky to be beaten in low scoring game
Double déjà vu in pool competition
Joblink Plus edges out Test Eagles for spot in men’s finals
Brilliams Blazers into grand final

June 9, 2010

Brennan units completed
New committee for radio station
Louth ready for big field day crowds
Unlikely group of local men ready to take to the stage
Enthusiasm earns Kyle Young Achiever
New look at the pool
Win for Flashman’s team
Dedication needed
All clear for golf
Camels give Brumbies a rugby lesson

June 17, 2010

Cobar featured on TV travel program
Alterations made to main street
Adjustment made to liquor accord banning rule
Historic value of mine power plant engines examined
Positive response to school-based apprenticeships
Tractors converge on Louth
Grand final honours for EDH
Bowlers welcome new players to greens
Good numbers for golf competitions
Tough win for White

July 7, 2010

Today TV show says women run Cobar
Jackson steps down from EDMS exec
Toho takeover of CBH Resources progressing well
Police operation on local highways
Large fines enforced for misuse of disabled parking
Cobar hosts 4x4 competition
Blues A Graders on track for a semi final berth
Roosters dig deep against the top of the table team
Cobar Camels get their wake up call in Coonamble
Size doesn’t matter

 

July 14, 2010

Airline agreement reached
Prime TV to stop rural broadcasts
New air service will mean a lot to Cobar
YTC announces Nymagee drilling program expanded
Local cadet selected for Germany army exchange program
Mr Harvey visits local store
Roosters Reserves spoil Narromine Jets’ party
History-making win for Cobar Blues A Grade netballers
Bowls Club Championshipsare underway
Locals get riding tips from Australian junior champion

 

July 28, 2010

On the campaign trail
Prime TV makes digital switchover commitment
Bypass plan back in discussions
Drought status improves with rainfall
Outback Arts meets with council to discuss plans for Cobar
Local cinema entrepreneur to be an example for region
Blues netballers play their way into semi finals
Junior soccer season re-commences in cold conditions
Potter cleans up to win CADJ event
Terry Pitkin notches up 100 games with the Cobar Blues

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