That sporting life

March 5, 2026

Oberon Pony Club

Fantastic day at Oberon pony club on Sunday! HUGE thankyou to Karen Olsen coming and giving our kids (and adults) some biomechanics education and massage skills! Get in touch to book your horse in! Also BIG thankyou to Charlotte Cook for the essential flatwork skills! And to the Amazing Chris Cook for his awesome stockmans challenge who tested many horses skills in an encouraging and fun environment than our afternoon of fun with the mechanical cow!

Danielle Doff

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Oberon Golf Club

Thursday golf results for February 26.

The winner was Peter Griffiths with 28 points. Runner up on a count back was Steve Kaster.

Balls went to Paul Behan, Peter Marks, Peter Ryan, Robbie Armstrong, Harold Lyme, Hugh O'Neil and Trevor Long.

No one managed to hit the 1st green.

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Hole In One Alert.. Congratulations to Harold Lyme, our oldest playing male member at 85 yearsrs of age. Had an ace on the 7th hole today.

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Saturdays Comp Results with 47 starters.

A Grade was won by Gary Richard’s with 37pts, runner up was Anthony Borton with 36pts.
B Grade was won by Gary Willis with 40pts runner up was Gareth Samuels with 39pts.

Nearest to the pins were:

1st - Jesse Graham 320cm
7th - Gareth Samuels 88cm
9th - Darren Gordon 547cm
17th - Hamish Anderson 152cm

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Oberon Rodeo

What an extraordinary event yesterday at Oberon Rodeo Association Inc. Oberon Rodeo.

By all accounts, this would have been one of the largest crowds ever recorded - a true testament to the hard work, dedication and commitment of the entire committee and their volunteers.

This event is without question the cream of the crop when it comes to local events. It showcases the very best of our district and draws competitors and spectators from right across Australia - and even internationally. That speaks volumes about the reputation Oberon Rodeo now holds.

To our local competitors who continue to represent Oberon with skill, grit and determination - your achievements on the national stage bring enormous pride to our community. To our visiting riders, contractors, stock providers and sponsors - thank you for helping elevate this event to elite status.

But most importantly, to the committee and volunteers - the months of preparation, the unseen hours, the logistics, the risk management, the sponsorship coordination, the grounds preparation - this success belongs to you. Events of this calibre do not happen by accident.

Oberon should be incredibly proud.

This is what strong community leadership, hard work and passion looks like.

Oberon Rodeo - setting the benchmark.

And who can forget the dance off!

Helen Hayden

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Oberon Public School

Swimming Superstars

Congratulations to all the students who participated at the Bathurst District Swimming Carnival today. All the swimmers can be proud of their efforts with many swimming personal best times and placing in their heats. There was a wonderful level of school spirit on display, especially during the nail biting finish to the senior girls relay. Congratulations to Grace McDermott who placed 3rd in the 11 year girls 50m backstroke and 3rd in the 11 year girls 50m butterfly. Congratulations also to Ava Thompson who came 2nd in the 11 yr girls 50m butterfly. Both will now go on to represent Bathurst District at the Western Region Carnival in Dubbo in March. Congratulations girls!

Danni-Lee Thompson l Swimming Coordinator

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Oberon High School

Rodeo Champion

Huge congratulations to Year 11 student Max Meredith for his great achievements at the Oberon Rodeo last Saturday! Max won the Junior Bull ride and came 4th in the Novice Bull ride . Max travels most weekends around the state to compete, showing impressive commitment and passion for the sport. We’re proud of your hard work and determination, Max!

Tristan Goodwin | Principal

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Open Boys Basketball

Last week, our Open Boys Basketball team travelled to Bathurst to compete against four other schools in an exciting tournament! The boys showed incredible sportsmanship, supporting each other and respecting their opponents every step of the way. Unfortunately, there were no wins on the day, but they gained valuable experience and appreciated the opportunity to play and enjoy time together as a team.

Muharem Cufurovic | Team Coach

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