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ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS(PG) 113mins

DAILY2D: 12.50pm

FINDING DORY(G) 103mins

DAILY2D: 11.10am, 5.15pm & 7.00pm3D: 9.00am

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: OUT OF THE SHADOWS(PG) 112mins

DAILY2D: 10.50am, 2.50pm & 7.10pm

WARCRAFT: THE BEGINNING(M) 123mins

DAILY2D: 9.00am & 9.00pm3D: 4.50pm

MONEY MONSTER(M) 99mins

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THE CONJURING 2(MA15+) 134mins

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SESSION TIMES: THURSDAY 16 JUNE - WEDNESDAY 22 JUNE

COMING SOONIce Age - Collision Course

Independence Day Resurgence : The BFG The Legend of Tarzan

Star Trek BeyondGhostbusters : Jason Bourne

Suicide Squad Absolutely Fabulous - Movie

Bad Moms : Ben HurFree State of Jones

War Dogs

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Crowds fl ock to Festival of the FleecesThe Rosto Merriwa Festival of the Fleeces attracted record crowds this June long weekend to enjoy the biggest event in the festival’s 26-year history. Thousands of visitors and locals experienced the diverse attractions celebrating the importance of wool and the Upper Hunter’s special rural heritage.Upper Hunter Shire Mayor Wayne Bedggood said the atmosphere was fantastic and congratulated the festival committee and the wider community on bringing together a variety of fun and interesting events over the weekend.

Kamilaroi elder Aunty Rosalind gave the Welcome to Country.

The festival highlight was the street parade led out by the Rosto Running of the Sheep in red socks. Hundreds of Dohne Merino Sheep donated by Upper Hunter Shire Councillor Ron Campbell, were led out by local pet sheep Angas and Tristan Telfer, ahead of a colourful parade of businesses, school and community groups. Continued on page 2.

Image: Upper Hunter Shire Mayor Wayne Bedggood presents the Pam Powers Award for 2016 to Festival of the Fleeces committee member Barbara Campbell. Credit ZanneArt Photography.

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WARCRAFT: THE BEGINNING (M) Two worlds. One home. Raise some shell. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: OUT OF THE SHADOWS (PG)

THE CONJURING 2 (MA15+) From the director of Saw, Insidious and The Conjuring. George Clooney and Julia Roberts in MONEY MONSTER (M)

NOW YOU SEE ME 2 (M) You haven’t seen anything yet. Disney presents ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS (PG)

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Image: Billy Joe Armstrong, lead singer of Green Day. Courtesy of Beama Film.

Beama Film NightsSingleton Youth Venue is hosting ‘Beama Film Nights’, a season of ROCKumentaries and Indie Films handpicked for a youth audience. Young people are invited to join fellow rock fans and film buffs in the Singleton Youth Venue auditorium on the first Tuesday of every month.

The new program kicked off with a bang on Tuesday 7 June, at 4pm with free snacks and refreshments.

Crowds flock to Festival of the FleecesContinued from front pageAfter the parade the crowd enjoyed a feast of activities and exhibitions on offer. Over 130 people attended the Merriwa Tyre and Service Centre Fashion of the Fleeces on Friday night, which included 2012 female National Bush Poet Robyn Sykes, Sydney band ‘Every Day People’ and a fashion parade compered by Sally Hagley with designer clothing from Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) and Di’s Clothing Patch of Merriwa modelled by Merriwa locals.

On Sunday morning, over 100 people attended the poets breakfast compered by Robyn Sykes. The two hours of excellent performances included two first-time entrants who received standing ovations.

The recipient of the Festival Pam Powers Award for 2016 went to committee member Barbara Campbell. The award is presented in memory of Pam Power, mayor of the former Merriwa Shire Council, and one of the founders of the Merriwa Festival of the Fleeces in 1990.

Monies raised from the Festival are donated to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service and the Merriwa Volunteer Rescue Association who provide essential services in the region.

The Rosto Merriwa Festival of the Fleeces Committee chairperson Cr Deirdre Peebles thanked the many sponsors and volunteers.

Images courtesy of Upper Hunter Shire Council.

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Get ready for a fling!A touch of Scotland comes to Aberdeen when the annual Highland Games take place on July 2. The Games begin with a spectacular parade of bands, clan representatives and others before the Massed Band Salute and Chieftain’s Address. Throughout the day there will be fun for all the family with highland and country dancing, pipe band displays and strong man events.

A multitude of stores and stands will surround the area selling all manner of Scottish heirlooms and souvenirs, clothing and garb, and food and drink to complete your day. The event has been given a grant from Mt Arthur Coal.

Make the most of your time at the games and avoid standing in line by pre-purchasing tickets online at www.highlandgames.com

A BIG THANK YOU: Pictured from left to right are Charles Cooke (representing Aberdeen Highland Games) receiving the grant from Deirdra McCracken-Tindale and Kat Stojakovic from Mt Arthur Coal. Image is courtesy of Elizabeth Birch - Aberdeen Highland Games.


New exhibitions showcase artistic talentThree new exhibitions were opened at Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre on Saturday 11 June 2016.Three Women Went to China: Suzanne Archer, Hanna Kay & Sarah Tomasetti; Suburbs to the Sea: Charlotte Drake-Brockman & Fran Wachtel; Beyond the Limits: Selections from the Max Watters Collection.

All five exhibiting artists – Suzanne Archer, Charlotte Drake-Brockman, Hanna Kay, Sarah Tomasetti and Fran Wachtel were in attendance, along with in excess of fifty guests at last Saturday’s opening night event. A tear was shed as long-time collaborators Charlotte & Fran announced that their exhibition ‘Suburbs to the Sea’ would be their last joint venture. Guests found themselves immersed in the powerful reflective and responsive works of ‘Three Women Went to China’. Works by all five artists are available for purchase. Exhibitions continue on display until 24 July 2016.

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Images: [1] Arts Centre Manager Brad Franks addresses the crowd [2] Jean Davies and Jane Sullivan [3] Exhibiting Artist Hanna Kay with Mike Pritchard from ABC Local Radio, Upper Hunter [4] Sarah Tomasetti and Arts Centre Manager Brad Franks [5] Three Women Went to China Artists, Sarah Tomasetti and Suzanne Archer [6] Edwina McCarthur with her chatty baby daughter Penny [7] ‘Suburbs to the Sea’ Artist Charlotte Drake-Brockman. All images are by Elissa Emerson, Arts Assistant Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre.

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Come aboard the Riverboat PostmanMen of the Upper Hunter Shire are invited on another Virtual Shed tour on Wednesday August 3. Scone Neighbourhood Resource Centre (SNRC) is organising a trip on the Hawkesbury Mail Boat. The famous Riverboat Postman has carried out mail deliveries this way since 1910.

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Singleton on the riseSingleton’s economy is showing signs of significant recovery according to an assessment of economic data within the Singleton Local Government Area. The figures indicate a 4.2 per cent improvement in Singleton’s gross regional product. Three years ago Singleton’s gross regional product (total value of all the goods and services sold) stood at $5.5billion. By August 2015 that figure had dropped to $3.5billion with a significant amount of this due to the downturn in the mining industry. However, by April this year, the figure increased to $3.9 billion, with all key indicators forecasting continued improvement. The figures show improvement in almost every aspect of Singleton’s economy, except for the mining sector.


Address reviewUpper Hunter Shire Council is undertaking a review of road numbering and addresses across the Shire, at the request of NSW Land and Property Information. Having an adequate address assists Emergency Services in locating a property in an emergency.

Image: Upper Hunter Shire Council Mayor Wayne Bedggood delivering the new rural road number plate to the Studdy family of Ridgelands Road - Sasha, Tommi and Jimi.

A complete formal address is becoming increasingly important and is required for a wide range of applications including licencing, passports, notices of sale, utility connections, and swimming pool registrations.

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NAIDOC Week in SingletonSingleton will have the opportunity to celebrate its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage during NAIDOC Week 2016. Singleton NAIDOC Planning Committee will kick off the activities on Saturday 2 July at the Singleton Civic Centre Green with a family event at 10am. NAIDOC is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and an opportunity to recognise the contributions of Indigenous Australians. Activities take place across the nation in the first week of July each year and all Australians are encouraged to participate. The whole community is invited to attend and to join in with the celebrations and activities on the day.

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...... Footy Draw 2016 ......

CENTRAL NORTH RUGBY UNION 2016 DRAW

ROUND 7, Saturday 18 June 2016 - ALL GRADES

2016 Newcastle & Hunter Rugby - A GRADE

Round 11, Saturday 18 June 2016

Cardiff v Shortland - Cardiff Oval, 3.00pm

University of Newcastle v Paterson River - University Oval No.1, 3.00pm

Windale v Tea Gardens - Windale Oval, 3.00pm

2016 Aplus Contracting HV Group 21 Rugby League First Grade

Round 10, Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 June 2016

Saturday - Muswellbrook Rams v Singleton Greyhounds - Olympic Park, 5.15pm

Sunday - Aberdeen Tigers v Denman Devils - McKinnon Field, 2.00pm

Sunday - Scone Thoroughbreds v Greta Branxton Colts - Scone Park, 2.00pm

1st & 2nd Grade Draw

Quirindi v Moree

Tamworth v Barraba

Walcha v Scone

Gunneduh v Pirates

Narrabri v Inverell

Under 18s Draw

Tamworth v Barraba

QSG v Pirates

Narrabri - BYE

Under 16s Draw

Tamworth v Barraba

QSG v Pirates

Narrabri v Inverell

Two councils express their intentSingleton Council recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a delegation from Dongjak-gu, South Korea. The MoU expresses the parties’ intent only and was signed by representatives of both parties on behalf of their residents. Both parties have committed to future investigation and a regular, productive dialogue following the signing of the MoU. The MoU will allow Council to explore

future opportunities in areas like tourism and economic diversity.

FUTURE COLLABORATION: Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing between Singleton Council and Dongjak District Council, South Korea. Image is courtesy of Singleton Council.


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WARCRAFT (M) 123 mins

Looking to escape from his dying world, the orc shaman Gul'dan utilises dark magic to open a portal to the human realm of Azeroth. Supported by the fierce fighter Blackhand, Gul'dan organises the orc clans into a conquering army called the Horde.

WaUniting to protect Azeroth from these hulking invaders are King Llane, the mighty warrior Anduin Lothar (Travis Fimmel) and the powerful wizard Medivh. As the two races collide, leaders from each side start to question if war is the only answer.

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What’s on at the library?Upper Hunter Regional Library has a host of exciting activities planned in June. State Records NSW will visit to present a crime and punishment session. This presentation is a tour of criminal and punishment records held by State Records NSW, starting in 1791 and moving forward to the 1930s. Multicultural storytime, tech talk and rhyme time are just some of the other events planned. To find out more log on to www.uhrl.nsw.gov.au

NETBALLERS FIND A PLACE IN THE SHED: Scone’s under 17s representative netball team has a new sponsor. Scone Neighbourhood Resource Centre has agreed to stump up the funds for the team to buy new uniforms. It’s the first time in four years the team has been able to get uniforms as it has not had a sponsor. Pictured (back row from left to right) Derrian Rando (coach), Maddy Warren, Flynn Haggerty, Lillian Winter, Tegan Tickner and Robyn Adams (coach). (Front row left to right) Zoe Watts, Olivia Duggan, Hannah Rando, Kirsten Smith, Gabby Jones and Jess Presland.


SHIHAD [pictured above]: All set to explode on stage at Pigsty in July at Dashville, Lower Belford on 2nd July. Image courtesy of SSPR.

Kiwi rock juggernaut Shihad New Zealand rock powerhouse Shihad is set to headline Dashville’s Pigsty in July festival. Shihad have been rocking live audiences since 1988. General consensus amongst discerning rockers has long-cemented singer Jon Toogood as a frontman without peer, a coiled spring of volcanic energy.

The boys have promised a show full of classic tracks from their landmark The General Electric and self-titled (“the fi sh album”) records. You will not want to miss a PigSty performance that is likely to be whimsically discussed for many years to come.

Billed as the more-fi ery sister to Dashville’s Gum Ball, Pigsty in July is a boutique one-day over-18 licensed event where you delight in the best winter warmer food, booze and live music that Dashville is famous for.

Find out more online at dashville.com.au/pigsty-in-july-2016

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Friday 17th June @ 8.30pm

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Hard KnoxThe Hard Knox Duo is coming to the Muswellbrook and District Workers Club. Buddy and Goori Knox feature in this amazing acoustic duo. While Buddy is an award-winning artist, his son Goori is trying to outshine him. The pair play current as well as classics covers. You can catch them live and free in the club’s main lounge from 8.30pm on Friday June 17. Make a night of it and catch the free courtesy bus.

For further information contact the club on 6543 2011.

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