The Deniliquin Salvation Army Store in Cressy St is among the first to set up its Muster themed window display. And there’s another display inside.
It features country themed clothing and items, and official Muster merchandise.
There’s only 16 more days until the Deni Ute Muster starts, but as we all know the Muster goers arrive in town earlier and earlier each year.
If you’re getting into the Muster spirit by decorating this year, you might want to get started.
Costumed revellers
Did you spot a few superheroes around town on Sunday?
The Deniliquin Rovers’ ‘Silly Sunday’ celebrations saw a few players pull on some costumes, with a few seen walking through the CBD at one stage.
The group dressed as Power Rangers, in particular, were easily spotted.
The celebrations followed on from a Rovers celebration at Deniliquin’s Memorial Park.
Rovers faithful were to celebrate the successful hosting of the Picola League grand finals on Saturday, and the end of the season.
The characters from Mario Brothers also made an appearance, and quite a few opted for ‘onesies’.
It was certainly a sight when the Power Rangers and Mario characters teamed up, in costume, to take on some of the netballers in a friendly netball match.
Spring sun stings
After some strong winds and rainy conditions last week, it was delightful to experience real spring weather at the weekend.
Jumpers and jackets were thrown off, and the weather was ideal for picnics in the park with family and friends on both days.
Saturday’s weather also had people flocking to the Deniliquin CBD for shopping and the Naponda Farmers’ Markets, and to the Deniliquin Memorial Park for the Picola League grand finals.
In fact, the weather was so nice and sunny, a few of the spectators at the grand finals ended up a little sunburned.
Saturday’s top was just 20.5℃. With our summers known for days of 40℃ or more, it might pay to stock up and start using strong sun protection now.
Swooping season
The other indicator that spring has finally sprung is the presence of swooping magpies.
We’ve already heard some conversations out in the community about some overprotective maggies taking it out on passers-by.
Swooping is common during nesting (August to October). People walking or riding past may be seen as ‘invaders’, prompting the magpies to fly low and fast over the person, clacking their bills as they pass overhead.
Magpies are protected throughout NSW, and it is against the law to kill them, collect their eggs, or harm their young.
If you feel a magpie is a serious menace, it should be reported to the nearest National Parks & Wildlife (NPWS Office). Our nearest office is in Moama, which can be contacted on (03) 5483 9100.
Edward River Council provides a few tips on how to protect yourself from the swooping birds at www.edwardriver.nsw.gov.au/Services/Pets-and-Animals/Swooping-Magpies.
Junior cricket rego day
There’s one more week until the footy and netball seasons in Deniliquin and district are over, with the Murray League grand finals being held this weekend in Moama, meaning the start of the cricket season is upon us.
The Deniliquin Rhinos Cricket Club’s junior cricket competitions will have a sign up day this Friday, and they’re keen to have boys and girls involved.
Efforts are being made to form an all-girls team to participate in the local competition.
The local comp is open to all players ages eight and over, with games to be played in Deni.
Registrations are also open for the Blast Program (aged eight and under), and the under-13s and under-15s sides competing in the district Murray Valley Cricket Association tournament.
Children can be registered online through PlayHQ, or head along to the Deniliquin Rhinos Clubrooms at Memorial Park from 5.30pm this Friday.
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