Unfortunately the Spring remains dry and we are all working hard to maintain our gardens and green spaces, like our sporting fields, under the new water restriction levels.
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Last week we attended the NSW Local Government conference where one of the obvious topics was water security and the drought's ongoing, devastating effect, particularly on rural communities.
The only real solution is rain, rain and more rain. All we can do is hope and pray.
This week we see the time-honoured Australian National Field Days at Borenore on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and the site looks quite green and fresh considering the dry.
Exhibitor numbers are excellent and there is a number of interesting exhibits, forums, demonstrations and talks over the three days. Well done once again to the voluntary group who continue to put on Australia's longest running field day.
This week is also wine week and a number of events are underway. I attended an Italian night at a winery on Saturday evening and I would estimate 80 per cent of the sell-out crowd were visitors; some here for the weekend, others for the whole week. The finale is next Friday night in Robertson Park.
This month is 'Pink October' and I would like to thank the businesses and organisations that have got on board in raising awareness and funding for breast cancer.
Last Saturday, Council, in conjunction with Local Government Women's Association, held a workshop for women interested in, or contemplating, running for Council elections next September.
A number of speakers gave advise on support mechanisms, requirements as a councillor, and expected time commitment.
There will be further workshops for prospective candidates and I would encourage anyone interested to contact Council for information on further workshops and other sources of support.
Next Sunday, Council will be having another welcome for Orange's new citizens at the Orange Botanic Gardens, commencing at 11am. These are a wonderful way of finding out what services and support Council can offer.
Remember, the Friends of the Botanic Gardens will be holding their annual plant sale, with hundreds of plants propagated by the group. Get there early as these sales are so popular. If you are looking for a bargain, and expert gardening advice, be early.
Work is well underway on a couple of lighting projects. One noticeable change will be along Summer Street in the CBD.
New LED lights being installed. These are 600 per cent more efficient. They will last 15 times longer and reduce annual maintenance cost of approximately $25,000. Solar powered fairy lights will be trialled in a number of street trees along the CBD, too.
Congratulations to Orange schoolgirl Phoebe Lichfield for a magnificent debut for Sydney Thunder in WBBL.
A matching-winning performance on Sunday (52 not out) against last year's winner Brisbane Heat. Phoebe was also named Player of the Match.
She received rave reviews from all commentators and showed poise and elegance well beyond her years. Well done from the whole Orange community.
Council meets this evening, and of interest to the community is the proposed Childcare facility for Turner Cresent. A public forum will be held from 7pm.
A busy week coming up with many visitors from all over Australia to our city - make them welcome.
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