From satellite tracking work, the experts have been able to determine bitterns are highly mobile at this time of year as the rice field habitat disappears with harvest.
Some will even disperse 400km to 600km to coastal wetlands.
Keep your eyes out folks.
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It's that time of year again, Mother's Day is almost here!
You can grab some flowers at the Anglican Parish of Coleambally/Darlington Point stall on Friday.
It will be held in the church grounds from 9am.
If you would like to pre-order a bunch, call 0410 644 212.
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Get into the fun and action of the Ferret Races at the Coly Club this Saturday from 7pm.
There will be lots of prizes for the kids to win at this free family event.
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Murrumbidgee Council’s Celebrating Seniors Festival began with the Olympic themed lunch and a movie day in Jerilderie last week.
Running until May 16, there’s more free activities coming up in Coly and Darlington Point.
Bookings are essential for all events, by visiting your local council office or calling 1300 676 243.
Remaining events are:
Darlington Point:
• Altina Mini Zoo Adventure - Wednesday, May 15. Arrive at 10.15am for a 10.30am start. This is a short walking tour involving narrow pathways, so enclosed footwear is recommended.
• Seniors Luncheon - Wednesday, May 15 at the Darlington Point Sports Club. Starting from noon, this lunch will follow directly after the mini zoo tour.
Coleambally:
• CakeUp & Coffee - Thursday, May 16 at Coffee Nest Cafe. This cake decorating workshop begins at 10.30am, and includes a delicious coffee.
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The Toganmain Woolshed Restoration team will continue to have working bees in the future.
Interested in finding out more or can you help fund some of the project?
Or do you have equipment to donate?
Send the group an email - info@toganmain.com.au.
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Tickets are available for the upcoming Coleambally Catholic Debutante Ball, being held Saturday, May 25 at the Coleambally Community Club.
Tickets are $30 and available from Stitch n’ Time.
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Please send any information for ‘Coly Chatter’ to cchirgwin81@gmail.com by 6pm each Sunday evening.
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