Inside this issue:

Students of the week 2

PSSA Cross Country 3

Riverina Netball Trials 4

Cloning our Students 5

Open Girls Soccer Under 15’s AFL

6

Community News 8

Term 2 Week 3 Issue: 8

12th May 2017

Ardlethan Central School Small School...Big Opportunities

ardlethan-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Coming Events

Fri 12th May

Sec Zone Cross Country—Ariah Park

Mon 15th May

Secondary Triple Jump & Javelin

Fri 19th May

ACS Athletics Carnival

Fri 26th May

PSSA Netball Knockout

Canteen Roster—May

Fri 12th Liz Barnes

Tue 16th Liz Barnes

Fri 19th Liz Barnes

Tue 23rd Liz Barnes

Notes Sent Home

Uniform Price List Athletics Carnival - Canteen

Red Shield Appeal PSSA Netball Knockout High School Cross Country Riverina Prim Cross Country

Scripture Roster

12th May Nadia

Your ‘best’ is the best

Week 3 was a week of testing students’ knowledge and skills. Senior students sat their Half Yearly exams. All students did their best, applying themselves to the exams. Now their teachers will be able to give them quality and effective feedback to help the learning process, consolidating and building on their knowledge. Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 sat the NAPLAN, that ‘Monster under the bed’. All gave it their best. Whilst the NAPLAN has been a source of great contention over the years, it is helpful to teachers, parents and carers to see how children are progressing. It is a tool, and not the only tool, for gauging what students do know independently and how we can support their development.

NAPLAN and the HSC: Minimum Standard From 2020, all Year 12 students in NSW must reach the minimum standard of numeracy and literacy to receive an HSC. This means students undertaking Year 9 in 2017 will be the first students expected to meet the minimum standard. The tests will first be available to stu-dents in Year 10 towards the end of Term 1, 2018. Introducing a new minimum standard for students to be eligible for the HSC will provide par-ents, further education and training providers, business, and employers with an assurance that students have the everyday literacy and numeracy skills required for life after school. The online literacy and numeracy tests will be available for students to sit up to twice a year in Years 10, 11 and 12 and for up to five years after starting the HSC if required. Remember it is the minimum standard. Please do not stress as it is an achievable goal for our students; and teachers and staff are here to support them.

Kate Blunt http://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/about/initiatives/stronger-hsc-standards Reminder – Year 7 – 10 Semester 1 Exams: Week 6 29/5 – 2/6

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Week 2

Indilee Menzies - for excellent focus and effort in maths Raidyn Hackney - for settling into his new school routine so quickly Brock Strickland - excellent focus in classroom activities Jo Bray - fantastic result in Maths assessment

Zac Hellings

For excellent teamwork and leadership Increased enthusiasm in creative writing

For being a responsible and focused learner

Emily Scarlett

Week 1

Aria Hocking - for excellent use of mathematical Strategies

Charli Church

Enthusiasm in creative writing

Britany Woodward

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Coolamon/Ardlethan PSSA Cross Country Carnival Results

On Friday 5th May our PSSA Cross Country team traveled to Marrar for the annual Coolamon/Ardlethan District Cross Country Carnival. Students from Ardlethan, Ariah Park, Barellan, Beckom, Coolamon, Ganmain, Marrar and Matong competed against one another in 2km and 3km events.

Our team performed very well in their individual events with three students qualifying for the Riverina Cross Country Carnival. Special congratulations to Max Collis (10 Years-2km) who placed 2nd and Jo Bray (11 Years-3km) who placed 3rd and who both qualified for the Riverina Carnival.

At the conclusion of all races the overall points were collated; our school finished 4th in the in the Handicap trophy and 6th in the Championship trophy. Congratulations to Ariah Park Central School who were the overall Champions and Beckom Public School who won the Handicap trophy based on the number of points/students 8 Years and above in their school.

Our students are to be commended for their impressive behaviour displayed throughout the day and during the presentation ceremony. Thank you to our wonderful parents who assisted with the transport, photography and checkpoints. We wish Max, & Jo all the best at the Riverina Cross Country at Gundagai in week 8 of this term-Thursday 15th June.

Caroline Stewart

Max and Jo

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PSSA Western Riverina Netball Trials

On Friday 28th April, the Coolamon-Ardlethan Primary Netball Team consisting of; Jo Bray (ACS), Charlotte Bell (APCS), Brooke Denyer (APCS), Bella Fairman (APCS), Allie Haida (BCS), Claudia Bingham (GPS), Chloe Clark (GPS), Abbey Hamblin (GPS) and Kaitlin Logan (GPS) travelled to Griffith for the PSSA Western Riverina Netball trials. There were 60 girls representing Coolamon-Ardlethan, Leeton, Moulamein, Deniliquin, Griffith and Finley zones.

The girls were given the opportunity to showcase their skills in three 20-minute games against Leeton, Griffith and Deniliquin zones. At the conclusion of these preliminary games, the squad of 60 was reduced to 28. Our girls demonstrated impressive versatility, teamwork and sportsmanship in all games. Congratulations to Abbey, Allie, Bella, Brooke, Chloe and Kaitlin who were successful and selected in this squad.

The 28 girls selected were given another opportunity to impress the selectors in a ‘Possibles V Probables’ game. Our girls continued to play well in this final game. Congratulations to Abbey, Bella, Brooke and Kaitlin who were again successful and selected in the final squad of 17. This is the second consecutive year Abbey and Bella have been selected in the Western Riverina squad and the first time for Brooke and Kaitlin.

The Western Riverina squad will travel to Wagga on Monday 15th May to play against the Eastern Riverina squad for the final Riverina selection trials. Thank you to Jessica McCallum (CCS) for umpiring and to our wonderful parents, Melissa Bell, Paul Bray, Renae Denyer, Tracey Clark, Kelly Hamblin, Carrie Haida and Kerrilee Logan for supporting the girls and assisting with the transport. We congratulate Abbey, Bella, Brooke and Kaitlin on this wonderful achievement and wish our girls all the best at the next trials. Caroline Stewart

Charlotte, Claudia, Jo, Kaitlin, Bella, Abbey, Chloe, Allie, Chloe & Brooke

Kaitlin, Bella, Abbey & Brooke

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Last week some of our students in Year 3/4/5/6 had an opportunity to be ‘cloned’!!

In an hour and a half, students photographed each other and edited themselves using Photoshop.

They were able to turn three shots into one. We think it looks very effective!!

Seth Morris

Summah

Menzies

Jess Hellings

Emily Scarlett

Zac Hellings

Caitlin Woodward

U15 Riverina South West AFL Trials

On Thursday 27th April, Brodie Jones (Year 9) travelled to Narrandera for the Riverina South West Australian Football trials. There were a record number of boys (96) from the South West region trying out for 22 positions. Brodie was placed in one of four teams and played two 30 minute games. At the conclusion of both games, the squad of 96 was reduced to 34. Brodie played well in both preliminary trial games and was selected as the 35th player, narrowly missing selection in the squad of 34. Thank you to Mrs Leonie Fairman

(Ariah Park) for transporting and supporting Brodie at this event. Caroline Stewart

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OPEN GIRLS SOCCER REPORT

The RAP Open girls’ soccer team played some great soccer last week when they competed against Narrandera High and Wade High School in the CHS knockout competition. The first game was against Narrandera. RAP took up the ball straight away and within minutes were taking their first shots at goal. An aggressive front line made up of Charlotte, Adela and Heather (ACS) saw a fast paced game with many shots. Unfortunately, we were equally matched with speed by the Narrandera side and they were more successful at putting the ball in the back of the net. The RAP defence led by Natassia and Kendal worked hard throughout the game, but some fancy footwork and a bit of speed saw Narrandera score three goals in the first half. Following a coach’s talk at half time, the team went back out to the field with a little more confidence managing to hold Narrandera out for most of the second half, with Narrandera forwards dropping just one shot for the entire half seeing Hillston defeated 4-0. Well done to everyone, especially to Jade Neal who worked tirelessly in goals. Our second match was against first round winners Wade H.S. who were a well-oiled team, demonstrating slick passing and excellent ball moving skills. The RAP girls despite this stepped up to the challenge, they held their positions well, demonstrated some great passing skills and communicated well on the field. Unfortunately, the Wade team had some very strong forward players who put up some great shots despite the fantastic effort put in by the RAP midfielders and back line who never stopped trying throughout the entire match. Well done to all the players, you worked really hard in both the games, with the game score not reflecting the true tale of the match, 7-0 WHS. Congratulations to the opens team on a great effort! Mrs Robin Barthlomew (HCS)

Brodie Jones

Trivia Fundraiser at the London

Wednesday night’s Trivia at the London Hotel was a great success, not just

knowledge, but raising $300 for the Colour Run, and the London Hotel

generously donated an additional $200.

A huge thank you to all who participated and made the evening so

successful and fun!

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ATTENTION: Direct Credit Payments As from 10th February, 2017, Ardlethan Central School is no longer able to receive direct credit

payments due to a new system upgrade (LMBR) being implemented. Once the LMBR system is operational we will resume electronic payment and will advise how to make payments.

NEWSLETTER DELIVERY FEES FOR 2017 We would like to advise that a yearly $5 fee will be charged for those who receive the Ardlethan Central School newsletter

via Australia Post to cover delivery costs. Please contact the school to ensure that we have the correct postal address. Payment may be made at the school

We also provide newsletters via email at no cost if that would be preferable. If you would like to receive your newsletter via this method please forward an email to the below address and type ACS Newsletter in the

subject line. This will ensure that we have the correct email address for you.

ardlethan-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au If you would like further information please contact the school on 02 69782046,

we will be more than happy to help!

Please forward advertisements/articles for the Ardlethan Central School Newsletter

ONLY to the below address

ardlethan-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Please type “Newsletter Article” in the Subject line

Closing time for advertisements/articles is Tuesday by 3.00pm Term 2 closing dates are: Tuesday 23rd May, 6th & 20th June

UNIFORM SHOP

Ardlethan Central

School

For your School Uniform

Requirements

Please contact Fiona Minchin

0429 421 562

SAVE THE DATE

Sunday the 11th of June 2017 (Queen’s Birthday long weekend)

For more information check out our Facebook page Ardlethan Rainbow Run 2017 or email us at ardlethanrainbowrun@gmail.com

RED SHIELD APPEAL Will be held in Ardlethan on

Sunday 28thMay

Donations may be left at:

Ardlethan Newsagency with Tanya;

Ardlethan Post Office with Reckell; or

Ardlethan Central School with Elizabeth

If there is any community member who would like to help with

the collection on Sunday 28th May or for further information

please contact Elizabeth Menzies on 0410103085.

ALL financial donations are fully tax deductible.

Receipts will be issued

Thank you for your kind donation, it is greatly appreciated

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Relationships Australia Rural Service provides counselling and support to families, individuals and couple in the Riverina region to help them build stronger relationships.

Our team of professionals will work to engage with rural communities to provide services that meet community and family needs.

Referrals or enquiries Phone (02) 69239100 This is a free service

Website: www.racr.relationships.org.au This service is funded by the Presentation Sisters, Wagga Wagga

Ardlethan’s Annual Bike Ride

13th May in Lion’s Park

Big Barby Breakfast

Everyone Welcome

9.00am start

Market Stalls also

Need a stall ring Janice on:

0447 667 490

Monies raised goes towards

local Skate Park/Show Society

Come along and support, as

this money goes into our town

Later entertainment

@ The London Hotel

by Social Hand Grenade

Bistro opens at 6.00pm

Ardlethan Lion’s Market’s Concert

by Rhthme & Rhyme Students

Date: 27th May

Start: 10.00am

Come join in the fun

Bring a chair and enjoy the barby

FOR SALE

1993 Hyundai

4 Cylinder Manual

2 Door Hatchback

Rego to 15-6-17

$500.00

Phone: 69 782 245

Ardlethan Community Luncheon

Friday 26th May at 12 noon Memorial Hall

Cost $10 All Welcome

If interested in attending please contact

Aileen on

69 782 382

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Northern Jets Weekly Report -Round 1

Under 11’s Report

The boys were keen to begin the 2017 season with Noah Harper voted in as Captain and Darcy Gaynor voted in as Vice Captain. This set the scene for a great contest against the Barellan outfit, which is probably the local derby of the league. With great determination the boys played some fantastic football under good playing conditions. They were dominating from the very beginning with all new players showing plenty of skill. The boys landed 5 goals in the first quarter, 6 goals in the second, and 7 goals in the third. The final quarter was pressure football, with Barellan able to reduce the Jets to only 2 goals for the quarter. Alex Rees played extremely well at Centre half back with many coun-ter attacks and brother Sebastian Rees was terrific on the forward line, attacking many forward presses. Noah Harper was brilliant for four quarters, and kicked 6 goals to win the Elders Towel. Jo Quade had a superb game and set up many goals at Centre Half Forward to win the GBS Fuel Dis-tribution $10 Award. Oliver Petrie set up and kicked goals accurately to win the Jet socks, sponsord by Ardlethan Pharmacy. Max Collis, Lachlan Buerckner, Cooper Edis, and Jimmy O’Hare all played their part by kicking goals. We would like to give special thanks to our new players for their commitment to our team in playing with our club. We now look forward to our next game against Temora. Final score Jets 21-6-132 def Barellan 0.

Under 13’s Report

The boys had a great win against the undermanned Barellan side, thanks to all the boys who went across and played a quarter with Barellan, especially Darcy Gaynor and Noah Harper who played the whole game. The award winners were Oliver French, who won the Landmark Towel , and played a great game in the ruck and up forward kicking a goal. The $10 Ariah Park Hardware Award went to Jack Hawthorne who kicked 2 goals and played well at Centre Half Forward. Jack Speirs attacked the ball up forward all game and kicked a goal to the win the Mirrool Hotel socks. We had 13 different goal kickers which shows it was a team game. Well Done boys. Final Score Jets 18-20-128 def Barellan 0-1-1

Northern Jets Weekly Report- Round 2

JETS vs Temora @ Ariah Park

Under 11’s

The boys recorded our second win of the year with a gutsy win over Temora. The team showed great skill and sports-manship in a great display of under 11’s football. Our best players were again hard to separate with Jack Golder win-ning the GBS Fuel Distribution $10 award. Jayden Strick-land had a great game with many attacking processions through the centre to win the Ardlethan Pharmacy Jet socks. And the main Northern Jet Elders Towel award went

to Harry Roscarel who played extremely well and marked

all day and never stopped trying in the backline. New players in Alister Brown, Tom Writer and Will Fairman were inspiration in their attack on the football and their relent-less tackling. Oliver Petrie tried hard at fullback as did Brock Strickland and Angus Pursehouse who were extreme-ly busy repelling many attacking raids. Noah Harper was extremely impressive in the forward line kicking all our 6 goals. Special praise must go to every player who gave their all right up to the final siren. We now look forward to our next game. Final Score 06-04-40 def Temora 01-06-12

Under 13’s

The boys were beaten by a better side on the day, they tried hard all day with Jack Hawthorne running hard ? the half back line, having another good day. Riley Judd was getting lots of kicks around the ground to win the Landmark towel. Nate Doyle ran hard all game in the backline getting plenty of kicks to win the $10 Ariah Park Hardware Award. New player and teammate Josh Cameron ran all day in the backline, also with plenty of kicks, giving 100% to win the Mirrool Hotel Socks.. We had 2 goal kickers with 1 goal each, Charlie McCormack and Noah Harper. Better luck next week. Final Score Temora 05-13-43 def Jets 02-00-02

Under 15’s

Friday night in Ariah Park was the scene for the Northern Jets Under 15s football team to tackle Temora in their first hit out of the season. In cool conditions the game got off to a scrappy start with neither side able to gain the ascendancy with the scores being 3 to 2 at quarter time in favour of the Jets. The 2nd quarter saw the game open up more with the Jets able to kick 2 goals to take a handy 13 point lead into half time. The 3rd quarter however proved to be the Jets downfall with the home side dropping off slightly in their pressure around the ball allow-ing Temora to kick 4 unanswered goals and all but seal vic-tory. To the Jets credit they rallied in the last quarter and fought the game out to the end eventually going down 6-10-46 to 3-3-21. Rowan Duncan booted 2 goals for the Jets and Riley Walker 1. Best Players were Blair McLean who played a great game and won the Bulldogs Excavator Hire towel. Nick Fairman who never stopped trying for the whole match and won the $10 Jason Bryce Spreading Award. Brodie Semmler also had a cracking game and won the socks, sponsored by the Ardlethan/Ariah Park Super-market. Others to play well for the Jets were Josh Roscarel, Brodie Jones, Ben Grinter and Jimmy Griffin. The under 15s have the bye this week.

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Northern Jets Weekly Report- Round 3 JETS vs GGGM @ Ariah Park 06-05-17 Under 11’s The boys were beaten on the day, but our boys had a red hot dip. We never gave up and attacked the ball all day. Max Collis had a great game on the ball to win the Elders Towel. Tommy Writer tried hard all day at full back and took some great marks and kicks to win the $10 award. The Ardlethan Pharmacy socks went to the first year player Alister Brown collected a lot of Marks and kicks, well done Alister. Darcy Gaynor, Noah Harper and Alex Rees also had great games on the ball to be included in the best players. Goal kickers included Darcy Gaynor 2 goals Noah Harper 1 goal and Cooper Edis 1 goal . Final Score GGGM 08-08-56 def Jets 04-03-27 Under 13’s With our coach and six of the team away, we started with 14 players. With the help of our 4 Under 11’s, Noah Har-per, Alex Rees, Lachlan Buerckner, Darcy Gaynor, who all played great football, we were competitive for most of the game. We moved the ball exceptionally well in the 2nd quar-ter with great teamwork and commitment. . The award winners for this week were Taylor Heath, who played excel-lent all day, went home with the Landmark Towel Award. Wilson Gaynor in defence had his work cutout, but played well to receive the $10 Ariah Park Hardware Award, and Alex Harper had the best game I’ve seen him play in de-fence, to receive the Mirrool Hotel socks. Great effort boys, keep training and keep improving. Final Score: GGGM 15-08-98 def Jets 2-3-15 Under 15’s Under 15’s Bye

Round 2 Netball Report Jets v Temora

Under 11’s Teal This week northern Jets under 11's teal played against Temora at Ariah Park on Friday night. While three girls played their debut games this week, the group is starting to work well together. It was great to see the girls who were rostered off this week on the sideline cheering the team on. We saw promise for the future in the second quarter when good defence and attack from the front saw the Jets out score Temora for the quarter. This week Elsie Furphy won the Delta towel award, Olivia Mills won the Ariah Park Bowling Club $10 award and Jennifer Webb won the Beckon Hotel $5 canteen award. All the girls are improving each week. The final score was temora 13 jets 5

Under 11’s White

'This week the girls played Temora at Ariah Park on Friday night. The Under 11’s had a fabulous game to beat Temora 16-5. All the girls played very well, each contributing something special to the game. They moved the ball well down the court, played with determination and gelled as a team. The defenders did ex-tremely well against tall opposition. The Beckom Hotel $5 Canteen Award went to Gabrielle Fairman, The Delta towel went to Alice Doyle and the $10 Bowling Club Award went to Jo Bray.'

Under 13’s Not knowing what to expect, the girls went out hard in the first quarter, and to their delight, secured 17 goals to 0, and continued to dominate throughout the game, increasing the margin comfortably each quarter. It was a great team effort by all of the girls, and a good opportunity for some of them to try new positions out of their comfort zone. The Jets ended up winning 55-1, and with two convincing wins now, will have to stay focused and prepare themselves for some tough games ahead. Our award winners for this week were, Best on court Bowling club award went to Izzy Gaynor, who played out of her usual position, but proved that you can make an impact anywhere on the court if you try your hardest. The Beckon Hotel canteen award went to our little pocket rocket Maddy Cassidy, who really found her place on the court in WA, and piled up the possession tally. Well done Maddy, was so good to see you shine. The Delta towel award went to another pocket rocket, Bella Fairman, who shot goals beautifully, and with confidence, which showed on the scoreboard. After a big day with school netball trials, both Brooke Denyer and Bella Fairman continued to play so well, and show just why they got selected in the PSSA team to now trial at Wagga Wagga for hopefully a spot in the Riverina netball side.

Under 15s The under 15 Northern Jets netballers enjoyed a rare game under lights when we welcomed near neighbours Temora to Ariah Park on Friday night. The entire game was played in the right spirit & good sportsmanship was displayed by all members of both teams. It was a very tight, even contest with only 1 goal separating the teams at three quarter time, Temora put on a strong finish in the last quarter and the Jets girls went down 23-30. Abbey Doyle had a great game with accurate shooting & strong rebounding to take out the $10 Ariah Park Bowling Award. Lily Walker showed her versatility playing both ends of the court switching between Goal Attack & Goal Defence to win the $5 Beckom Hotel Canteen Award. Olivia Harper played her usual consistent game causing lots of turnovers through the centre court to take home the Delta Towel Award.

Round 3 Netball Report

Under 11’s Teal Jets Teal under 11’s played two games this Saturday against Ganmain under 11’s Cubs and then Lions. In the first game against the Cubs, Teal were well matched in size and age while in the second game the Ganmain Lions had a height advantage. In both games the girls continued to show im-provement – this was especially evident in the second game where they had to work very hard to stay in the game against the taller, more skilled Lions. The second game was a real challenge for the girls and it was fabulous to see them doing everything that was asked of them. The focus and continued run the girls showed in both games was great to watch! In the first game Josie Heath moved well around the

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Round 3 Netball Report - Continued

court, getting front position and scoring 3 goals, she was awarded the Delta towel. Sophie Dart played a great game at centre and goal defence getting out in front and moving quickly into position, she was award the $10 Bowling Club award. Bronte Ingram ran well on the wing to get out in front and won the $5 Beckom Hotel canteen award. The final score was Cubs 12 Jets Teal 3. Against the Lions Maya Prentice did a great job at goal keeper and in defence winning the Delta towel award. Isobel Herden worked hard in defence on the wing and in the goal winning the $5 Beckom Hotel canteen award. And Lucy Edis continued to run as centre and goal attack winning the $10 Bowling Club award. The final score was Lions 37 Jets Teal 1.

Under 11’s White

Under 11's played two games on Saturday, against the two Ganmain Under 11s sides. We played Ganmain Blue Lions girls first and were defeated 5-31. The Girls ran well, working hard for four quarters and played their best against a well drilled Ganmain side. In the second game we played the Ganmain Cubs side, beating them 13 – 2. The Best on Court for the Ariah Park Bowling Club Award (first game) was given to Tully Gaynor who played a great defensive game and in the second game, Bethany Webb, received this award also for her defensive game. The Beckom Hotel $5 Canteen Award went to Alice Doyle, another con-sistent effort in defence and Sophie Maxwell, playing well at both ends of the court, respectively. Gabrielle Fairman re-ceived the Delta Towel for a consistent game and Kate O’Dwyer in the second game.

Under 13's The under 13's girls made a strong start to their third round match against Ganmain. The girls demonstrated great team-work, confidently moving the ball down to the goal circle where shooters Mae Lucas and Paige Brown put away 9 goals for the first quarter. This set the tone for the remainder of the game, with good consistent court play and accurate shooting throughout the match. The girls are to be congratu-lated this week on their encouragement and support of all team members. The award winners this week were Paige Brown ($10 bowling club award), Mae Lucas ($5 canteen award) and Hayley Writer (Landmark towel). Under 15’s Unsure of what to expect from a usually strong Ganmain team, the Under 15’s took the court full of positivity and en-thusiasm. The first quarter was fast paced with both sides going goal for goal until the Jets were able to hold a two goal lead at the end of the quarter. The Under 15’ continued their dominance over a tiring Ganmain side and extended their lead at half time to 19 – 11. A lull in the third quarter saw scoring opportunities limited as Ganmain capitalised on a change to their defence which placed more pressure on our attacking players. The Jets defenders maintained their inten-sity and also kept Ganmain’s opportunities to a minimum and conceded only 4 goals in the third quarter and holding a strong lead of 25 - 15. With the warmer weather now affecting both teams, the Jets were able to hold strong in

both attack and defence in the last quarter and gave a stellar performance which was their best quarter of the game. They were able to capitalise on every attacking play while holding Ganmain to an almost goal-less quarter until they scored in the dying seconds of the game. All players gave 100% effort to the game and maintained their composure and positivity in the face of an unrelenting Ganmain defence. Each team member made outstanding contributions in their game and the final score was 37 – 16. Georgie Quade was the player’s player and won the Ariah Park Bowling Club award for her exceptional defence in GK, Lily Walker won the coveted Delta Towel for her grace under pressure in GA and Abbey Doyle won the Beckom Hotel award for her fabulous shooting in GS – only missing one shot for the game. Thanks must also go to Amanda Prentice for umpiring the game.

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Auskick 5th May 2017

A beautiful day with some new faces joining us. This week we enjoyed working on our team work, listening skills and ball skills. Thankyou to this week’s coaches Brodie Jones and Chloe Minchin Our winners: Milkshake Award - Billy Strickland Coaches Award- Ryan Walters Looking forward to seeing everyone next week.

Auskick

28/04/2017 Our Auskick kids had fun learning new footy skills, Brodie Jones and Corey Minchin were our coaches for this week and the kids enjoyed being taught by our own high school students. Our winners Milkshake Award- Joshua Hawkins

Coaches Award - Jack B Auskick also held a street stall and raffle First prize was a Mother’s Day balloon donated by Reckell Jones Winner was Renee Doyle Second prize was a $30 voucher for Foodworks Winner was A. Bound Thank you to all that helped and supported Ardlethan/Beckom Auskick

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Relationships Australia Rural Service provides counselling and support to families, individuals and couple in the Riverina region to help them build stronger relationships.

Our team of professionals will work to engage with rural communities to provide services that meet community and family needs.

Referrals or enquiries Phone (02) 69239100 This is a free service

Website: www.racr.relationships.org.au This service is funded by the Presentation Sisters, Wagga Wagga

THANK YOU On behalf of the Men’s Shed we

would like to thank the following people who were involved in the

Health Awareness Day

Nerida & Mitchell - Ambulance AC School - Staff & Students

A Popple - School Chaplain Angie - Police

Bowling Club - for use of chairs Sr K Quade - Medical centre

Speakers Errol — Mental Health

Christine—Prostrate & Bowel Cancer

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COMING EVENTS

Sat 13th May Ardlethan Bike Ride

Frank Bradley Unveiling Ceremony

Sat 20th May Emotions & Essential Oils

Fri 26th May Ardlethan Community Luncheon

Sat 27th May Market Concert

Sun 28th May RED SHIELD APPEAL

BUILDERS & HOME MAINTENANCE

Quality professional work Contact: Mark Smith 40 Bygoo Street Ardlethan Phone: 0410 446 933

Painting

Tiling

Plastering

Carpentry

Water proofing

Window repairs

Sheet metalwork

Most handyman work

Newell Highway, Beckom PHONE; 69 782 329

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Petrol LPG Diesel ATM

*** Phone re-charge available—any provider ***

KITCHEN HOURS 6.30am ‘til 6.30pm

34 Ariah Street

OPENING HOURS

Monday to Friday: 8.30am—5.30pm

Saturday 8.30am —12.00 noon

Sunday—CLOSED

Fresh Produce/Groceries

Delicatessen/Cooked Chooks

Phone 69 782 171

Local Wood

7 x 4 Trailer—$140

Trailer with Cage—$270

Call Debbie

0408 023 537