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Footy returns to Cobargo – a triumph of community spirit
/in Cobargo /by Tikka WilsonIt’s been nearly a decade since the sound of the whistle, the thud of boots and cheers from the sidelines echoed through Narira Park. But on the weekend of 10-11 May, rugby league finally returned to Cobargo – and what a fabulous weekend it was!
Thanks to the tireless work of local volunteers and the Narira Park Land Managers – especially Barry Benny and Brad Robinson – the community welcomed back Group 16 rugby league in style. The playing fields and clubhouse, lovingly restored through countless hours of effort, proudly hosted a full round of action. Cobargo delivered a perfect autumn day, setting the scene for an unforgettable return. The Bega Roosters RLFC faced the Narooma Devils in U/18s, Ladies League Tag and First Grade, while the Bombala Blue Heelers battled in Reserve Grade.
After nearly ten years without local league, this day was a powerful reminder of what makes country rugby so special: resilience, mateship and community pride.
Here’s to many more great days at Narira Park, filled with footy, friendship and the spirit of sport.
Welcome back to Cobargo, footy.
We missed you!
Next Game: 29 June 2025
Bega Roosters vs Bombala Blue Heelers
And the winners are …
/in Cobargo /by Tikka WilsonThe fog has been extremely heavy through this year’s autumn period requiring a lot more care when driving but it also gives a dampening effect when it settles on the pastures and plants. It’s not all bad and the colours autumn brings are simply breathtaking.
The 2025 World Jersey conference tour selected the farm of local dairy farmers Aaron and Emma Salway for guests from New Zealand, Germany, America, Canada and Jersey Island to visit. During the visit Aaron spoke of his family’s history of breeding and showing Jersey cows since 1878. He spoke proudly of owning the family farm and of their enjoyment of breeding very fine, high production Jersey cows. The driver for their continued farming practice were their two boys, Jack and Riley. Both boys are very keen on farming with Jack now working on the home farm alongside Mum and Dad.
The passion for the breed was fully evident with a magnificent display of past and present awards and ribbons. Aaron acknowledged Emma for her amazing support as well as her ability in the dairy and her care of the cows. Aaron spoke of five mentors he had in his life who encouraged him to keep trying to achieve goals. He spoke fondly of his dad Robert who always told him, ‘Never give up, just keep trying.’ The guests were delighted with the quality of the cows and the beautiful green pastures.
Janelle Salway (Aaron’s mum) was delighted when she won the Supreme Saddle Pony Exhibit at the Sydney Royal Show with her home-bred filly Wilgos Miss Grace Kelly. Lexi Cowdroy (Janelle’s granddaughter) was also in the winning circle – she won Champion Tiny Tot Rider at the Grand Nationals. A very successful family.
Local cowboy Cooper Woods contested the Extreme Bronc riding event at the Man from Snowy River Festival and rode beautifully to make it to the top eight competitors.
Tye Bratby, grandson of the late iconic local bushman Ross Rixon, entered a writing competition at the festival with the category being ‘Man or Myth’ and he won the junior section. He wrote proudly, ‘… that you can see my Pop is a hard worker by his tough skin, old clothes and big hat’. The Wandellow Hall committee was absolutely delighted to have local identity Dave Williams give the commemorative address at their recent Anzac service.
June Tarlinton
Photos Top: Lexi Cowdroy, who won the Tiny Tot Rider competition at the Grand Nationals, with her Mum and pony; Left: Tye Bratby’s prize-winning entry featuring his Grandpop Ross Rixon.