Community News - Page 8

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Pieces about things happening in and around Oberon that involve or are of interest to the whole area.

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The Autumn Garden Showcase is coming
February 26, 2026 in Community

It's coming up to that time of year again when some of Oberon's best gardens are opened to the public. Each year new gardens are added, because there's no shortage of places around the town to relax and admire the surroundings. This year the Festival is on April 18 and 19, so mark the dates in your diary. You can keep up to date at the Oberon & District Garden Club's Facebook page.

To whet your anticipation, have a look at last year's pleasures.

February 2026 Oberon Council Meeting February 19, 2026 in Community Updated February 26, 2026 February Oberon Council meeting. See a report on the meeting here

A new wave of romance scams is washing across the internet - here's how to stay safe
February 19, 2026 in Community and People

Scam warnings aren't a rarity here at Oberon Matters but this one is important. An Oberon resident is facing homelessness and bankruptcy because she has become the victim of a romance scam. The "lover" in question claims to be a major star in a big US TV series but she has to keep sending him money to cover some debts and to pay for his air ticket to Australia. Of course he always has an excuse for why he missed the plane. Friends have tried to intervene but she will not be convinced and even tries to find ways to get around caveats that helpers have had placed to prevent her selling her possessions.

This article from The Conversation puts the case for extreme caution and even more extreme skepticism.
See the article here

More information can be found at the Australian Government's Scamwatch site and from the Australian Federal Police.

126th Oberon Show February 19, 2026 in Community Oberon didn't turn on its best weather for the 126th running of the Oberon Show, with cloudy skies and the constant threat (and sometimes delivery) of rain. That didn't keep the crowds away and everyone there looked like they were having a good time. See lots of photos here

Celebrate the Avenue of Trees
February 12, 2026 in Community

Nobody who lives in or around Oberon could be unaware of the Memorial Avenue of Trees in O'Connell. 2026 marks the centenary of the planting of the first of these trees as a memorial to the local residents who served and the some who died in the First World War. The avenue has been maintained over the century with regular pruning and replacement of trees that have died, but there are still many of the original trees there.

On March 15 there will be a ceremony to celebrate the hundred years since the planting of the first tree and to remember those who went to war and never came back.

The ceremony will start at 10am with a walk along the avenue from the O'Connell Hotel. O'Connell Road will be closed to traffic between Beaconsfield Road and the hotel. The ceremony will include

• Attendance by a Notable Military Dignitary
• A Tiger Moth aircraft fly-past
• A stirring Light Horse re-enactment
• Planting of a Desert Ash tree, grown from original 100-year-old rootstock
• Unveiling of a commemorative plaque mounted on locally sourced pink granite
• Bathurst Air Cadet Group participation and Catafalque Party
• Bathurst City & RSL Concert Band performance
• A hauntingly poignant bugle tribute

This is the sort of thing that you really need to be there for.

A gentle reminder
February 12, 2026 in Community and Entertainment

New faces at the Fire Station February 12, 2026 in Community and People Fire and Rescue Station 411 at Oberon is always looking for new firefighters and a couple have come on board. Find the details here

There's a new club in town
February 5, 2026 in Community

Oberon has a new Probus Club (new because there was one here in the 1990s). The aims of the club are set out below.

Our Probus Club exists to bring together retired and semi-retired members of our community in a spirit of friendship, fellowship and fun. We provide opportunities to stay socially connected, mentally stimulated, and actively engaged in life after work. Through regular meetings, guest speakers, outings, and special interest groups, we foster companionship, encourage lifelong learning, and celebrate the joy of shared experiences. Our goal is simple: to enrich retirement by creating a welcoming space where friendships flourish and every member feels valued.

You can find out all you need to know about Probus Oberon at their web site.

Australia Day in Oberon, 2026 January 29, 2026 in Community and People It's that one day of the year again. Go here to see all the winners

First Edith Seasonal Markets for 2026 January 29, 2026 in Community There are lots of markets to choose from around the area, but a new one is one that has a bright future. The first Edith Seasonal Markets were held on a hot and windy January 10. See some more about this here

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