Monthly Archives: February 2016

Tom Burlinson performs ‘Sinatra at the Sands’ at Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre

The original 1966 album ‘Sinatra at the Sands’ has been described as ‘brilliant’, ‘incredibly exciting’, ‘the definitive portrait of Sinatra in the ’60’s’, ‘essential’, ‘a priceless document’ and ‘simply the best’.

Accompanied by his All Star Big Band Tom will sing all the wonderful songs from this sensational recording of Sinatra in his prime. ‘Come Fly with Me’, ‘I’ve Got You Under My Skin’, ‘One for my Baby’, ‘You Make Me Feel So Young’, ‘Fly Me to the Moon’, ‘It was a Very Good Year, ‘My Kind of Town’ and many more!

Tom will also perform a Bonus Set of more of Sinatra’s greatest hits, including ‘Strangers in the Night’, ‘That’s Life’, ‘My Way’ and, of course, ‘New York, New York’.

Tom is famous for his starring roles in the classic Australian movies ‘The Man from Snowy River’ and ‘Phar Lap’, as well as his numerous TV appearances over the years.

He is renowned for his smooth style and astonishing performance skills. Don’t miss this wonderful new show as Tom will once again do justice to the marvellous musical legacy of the Chairman of the Board, Frank Sinatra.

‘The next best thing to Sinatra’ – The Courier Mail

Tom Burlinson performs ‘Sinatra At The Sands’ is part of the Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre 2016 Season

Performance Date and Time: Saturday 12th March 2016 at 7:30pm

HUNGRY JACK’S GUNDAGAI BEEFS UP THE MENU WITH NO ADDED HORMONES

Hungry Jack’s today launched its Better Beef guarantee which promises “No Added Hormones” in all its beef patties. The initiative is available across the company’s network of more than 400 restaurants including Hungry Jack’s Gundagai.

Hungry Jack’s Chief Marketing Officer, Scott Baird said the universal move to No Added Hormones in its beef was a further step forward in the company’s commitment to meeting consumer expectations.

“This is an initiative that our customers told us they wanted,” Mr Baird said. “Customers demand greater transparency in the food they are eating. For Hungry Jack’s this means beef with No Added Hormones that is 100% pure Australian, with no added preservatives or fillers”.

Customer feedback identified that No Added Hormones in beef is important and the company has worked closely with its suppliers to ensure consistent supply of beef from cattle raised without Hormone Growth Promotants.

“Unlike our key competitor, all our beef now contains No Added Hormones,” Mr Baird said.

The move to No Added Hormone beef follows a recent company announcement to move to cage-free eggs and signals a number of exciting innovations that Hungry Jack’s will implement over the next year.

“Our staff and franchisees are serious about providing a menu that reflects the changing requirements of customers and delivers a choice they feel good about.”

Hungry Jack’s is proudly Australian owned. All beef is sourced from Australian farms and the beef patties are produced at its own manufacturing facility in Queensland.

Hungry Jack’s has been serving the famous flame-grilled Whopper to burger lovers across Australia for more than 44 years and in that time has expanded its offering to include a range of great-tasting burgers.

Teen charged over two armed robberies – Armidale

A youth has been charged following investigations into two armed robberies in the New England Local Area Command during the past two weeks.

About 11.50pm on Sunday 14 February 2016, a 51-year-old man was driving his Taxi when he was allegedly called to Alexander Street to pick-up a 16-year-old youth.

The youth was driven to Kirkwood Street where it’s alleged he threatened the driver with a sharp object and demanded cash.

The driver stopped the taxi, allegedly threw his wallet out the window, before the youth grabbed the wallet and ran off.

The driver contacted police and an investigation was commenced.

About 3.30pm yesterday (Monday 15 February 2016) detectives from Armidale arrested a 16-year-old male at an Armidale address.

He was taken to Armidale Police Station where he was interviewed.

The youth was charged with two counts of robbery while armed.

The second robbery allegedly involved a delivery driver and occurred in Tysoe Crescent, Armidale, on Tuesday 2 February 2016.

He was refused bail and will appear in a Children’s Court today (Tuesday 16 February 2016).

Police appeal for information following armed robbery – Armidale

Police are appealing for information after the armed robbery of a taxi driver in Armidale at the weekend.

About 11.50pm (Sunday 14 February 2016), a man requested a taxi to attend a West Armidale address.

Upon arrival, the man entered the taxi and provided an address to the driver.

A short time later, the passenger threatened the driver with a sharp object and demanded money.

The vehicle stopped at the intersection of Kirkwood and Canambe Streets, where the man fled with cash. He was last seen running on Cookes Road, Armidale.

The driver contacted Triple Zero (000), and officers from New England Local Area Command attended and launched an investigation.

The driver, a 51-year-old man, sustained minor lacerations to his hands during the incident; however, he did not require medical attention.

Police conducted a thorough search of the surrounding area but the passenger was not located.

The taxi was seized from the location and will undergo forensic examination.

Inquiries into the matter are continuing and police would now like to speak to a man who may be able to assist with the investigation.

The man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, approximately 170-180cm tall, with a short beard and of a medium build. He was last seen wearing a dark-coloured hooded-jumper.

Anyone who knows the man’s identity, or has any information that could assist police, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

Police target alcohol related crime in Albury Local Area Command – Operation Barb

Breaches of licensing conditions have been detected and a number of people have been charged following an operation targeting anti-social behaviour and alcohol related crime in the Albury Local Area Command.

Between 6pm on Friday (12 February 2016) and 6am today (Sunday 14 February 2016), Albury licensing police, supported by officers attached to Albury Local Area Command, attended licensed premises in the area as part of Operation Barb.

The operation resulted in two restaurants in the Albury CBD issued fines for offences relating to trading in conditions contrary of their liquor licences. One of the premises will be issued a fine for licensee sell/supply liquor outside authorised hours and the other sell/supply liquor without a meal.

While patrolling licensed premises, a number of people were charged and issued with infringement notices. About 2am yesterday (Saturday 13 February 2016), two men were arrested and charged following an incident at a licensed venue in Kiewa. A 21-year-old man was charged with affray, and a 20-year-old man was charged with assault police and affray. Both men were granted conditional bail to appear at Albury Local Court on 8 March 2016.

Several drink driving offences were also allegedly detected. Incidents of note included:

  • About 1.40am today (Sunday 14 February 2016), officers stopped a vehicle on Riesling Street at Corowa and breath tested a 33-year-old Corowa man. It’s alleged he returned a positive blood alcohol level of 0.179. He was charged with high range PCA and will appear in Corowa Local Court on 23 March 2016.
  • Just before 4am yesterday (Saturday 13 February 2016), a vehicle was stopped on Dean Street, Albury. Officers spoke to the driver, a 20-year-old Jindera man, before conducting a road side breath test. It’s alleged he returned a positive blood alcohol level of 0.128. He was charged with mid range PCA and will face Albury Local Court on 8 March 2016.
  • About 7.40pm yesterday (Saturday 13 February 2016), a 46-year-old Corowa man was detected in Federation Avenue, Corowa, allegedly driving whilst disqualified. Police will allege his licence had been disqualified until 2024. He will appear at Corowa Local Court on 20 April 2016. The man was also issued infringement notices for driving a vehicle whilst unregistered and uninsured.

Police will continue to conduct similar operations in the future.

Firearms stolen during break-in – Kurri Kurri

Police are investigating the theft of five firearms after a break and enter near Cessnock yesterday.

Between 1.30pm and 2.15pm (Saturday 13 February 2016), unknown person/s broke into the home on Northcote Street, Kurri Kurri.

During the break and enter five firearms, ammunition, jewellery and cash were stolen. The firearms stolen include a .22 rifle, .177 Crossman rifle, Bayard .22 rifle, .243 rifle and a shot gun.

Officers from Central Hunter Local Area Command attended and commenced inquiries.

They would like to speak to a male who may be able to assist them.

He is described as being about 18-years-old, with an olive complexion and short dark hair. He was last seen wearing shorts and a blue t-shirt.

Anyone with information is urged to come forward.

Police appeal for information after projectile fired into home – Glendale

Police are investigating after a projectile was fired at a unit complex in Glendale this morning.

Between midnight and 12.30am (Saturday 13 February 2016), a man and a woman were awoken to a noise outside their unit on Frederick Street.

About 7am, the woman, aged 59, noticed a hole in the side of the premises and contacted police.

Officers attached to Lake Macquarie Local Area Command attended and established a crime scene.

Police have received no reports of injury.

As police continue their inquiries, they are appealing for anyone with information or any witnesses to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers.

Initial inquiries indicate the incident was not targeted; however inquiries continue.

Delays expected on the Hume Highway near Yass following truck rollover

Motorists are advised to expect delays on the Hume Highway near Yass following a crash this morning.

About 5.20am (Saturday 13 February 2016), police and emergency services were called after a B-double rolled over onto its side on the Hume Highway, Manton, near the Mundoonen rest stop.

No other vehicles were involved and the male driver was uninjured.

Officers from The Hume Local Area Command and Traffic and Highway Patrol Command attended and commenced an investigation.

Traffic diversions remain in place around the crash site and delays are expected in the area.

Police are urging motorists to avoid the area and delay all non-essential travel.

For the latest traffic updates, visit www.livetraffic.com.

Police appeal after counterfeit notes located – Goulburn

Police are appealing for the public to be vigilant as they investigate reports of counterfeit currency being used to purchase goods in the Goulburn area in the last two weeks.

Officers attached to The Hume Local Area Command have received reports of counterfeit notes being passed onto two businesses over the past 12 days.

Police are urging all local business owners to be vigilant when receiving $50 notes as payment.

Australia’s banknotes have a range of security features that can be used to check if they are genuine.

Those who come into contact with suspicious notes are asked to handle the note as little as possible and store it in an envelope.

They are asked to note down any identifying features such as personal descriptions and vehicles used by them, and promptly notify police.

Anyone with any information about the use of counterfeit notes in the Goulburn area is asked to contact local police via (02) 4824 0799 or via Crime Stoppers.

For more information about security features and what to do with counterfeit banknotes visit the Reserve Bank of Australia’s website at www.banknotes.rba.gov.au.