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Pieces about things happening in and around Oberon that involve or are of interest to the whole area.
 | Your Federal Member's Community Update Your community update from the Federal Member for Calare, Andrew Gee MP, can be seen here. |
NAIDOC Day at the Common Sunday, October 18, saw the people of Oberon gathered at the Oberon Common to celebrate NAIDOC Day. After a Welcome to Country from a local Elder, there was a smoking ceremony and some traditional (and new) dances, displays of art and artifacts and an opportunity for everyone to join in and celebrate the history and continued presence of the original inhabitants of the land we all call home. |  |
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October 29, 2026 in Community
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it is certainly something to be aware of. Breast cancer screening will be available in Oberon from Monday, November 23, to Tuesday, December 8. The van will be in the Tallys Lane car park and it will be difficult to miss - it's big and pink. You can book by ringing or by going to breastscreen.nsw.gov.au.
You would I hope be amazed to find that there are people so depraved that they object to attempts to reduce the incidence of breast cancer and would even suggest that screening can cause cancer. You can go here to be astounded and offended.
 | October 2026 Oberon Council Meeting October Oberon Council meeting. |
Oberon Council Mayor's Column This fortnight's column from Oberon Mayor Andrew McKibbin can be seen here. |  |
 | When you need a shot of caffeine Sometimes you just need a cup of something hot, and there's no shortage of coffee sources in Oberon. |
A day out at the markets Saturday, October 10, saw another edition of the Seasonal Markets at the Edith Rec Ground. The number of stalls was a little smaller this time that in the past, but that didn't affect the experience. There was still lots to see and, with a busker performing, to hear. |  |
| Oberon Council Mayor's Column This fortnight's column from Oberon Mayor Andrew McKibbin can be seen here. |
We like it when firefighters just play cards all day Everyone likes to keep busy, but there are some occupations which we all wish never had to do any work at all. One of these is Fire and Rescue. Last week, the firefighters in Oberon had almost too much work to do with two house fires only days apart. |  |
Mayoral Message: Request for Respectful Debate The investigation into the feasibility of constructing and operating The Pines Wind Farm is a highly significant issue that has generated strong and differing views across our community. Mayor Andrew McKibbin asks for politeness and restraint. |
| Oberon Council Mayor's Column This fortnight's column from Oberon Mayor Andrew McKibbin can be seen here. |
