Barrier Daily Truth

Breakthrough eludes Magpies

Thursday, 23rd February, 2012

GOOD FORM: Angus Schindler scored a handy 12 runs for Central.

Central fell agonisingly short of winning their first game in the Under 14 cricket competition on Friday in a nail-biting contest with West.

West batted first and were in trouble early at 2/8 after a couple of run outs, with Central’s bowlers applying plenty of pressure.

The Robins rallied and put on some good partnerships to reach 4/65 before the Magpies’ bowlers chipped away to dismiss their opponents with a total of 89.

Get on your bike for fun and fitness

Thursday, 23rd February, 2012

FUN FOR ALL AGES: BH Mountain Bike Club members Darren Orr (29), Tony Hepburn (59) and Freya Goodman (11) are hoping to see some new faces at the club’s ‘come and try day’ this weekend.

By Darrin Manuel

Whether you’re looking for a friendly social outing, a leisurely ride through the scenic outback, or a gruelling physical test the Broken Hill Mountain Bike club has a place for you.

The club is holding a “come and try day” on Saturday to give prospective bikers a taste of the sport, and a chance to meet the members.

Club treasurer, Nick Algate, said the day would have a very relaxed atmosphere, with riding to take place on a modified low-difficulty section of the club’s track.

Race for a place

Thursday, 23rd February, 2012

St Pat’s pleads for accommodation help

By Craig Brealey

A swag under the stars might be the only accommodation available in the city over the Saint Patrick’s race weekend unless locals can throw their doors open  to the visitors.

There’s just under a month to go to the St Patrick’s races and already all the accommodation that Broken Hill has to offer has been booked.

The big race day always stretches the city’s capacity to house visitors but this year it’s close to bursting due to a combination of things.