Passed away peacefully on Saturday 31st January 2026. Aged 80 years. Late of Scone and formerly of New Lambton, Kotara and Charlestown. Loving husband of Marie. Loving father and father-in-law to Elizabeth and Philip, Warren, Anthony and Mylyndah. Much loved Pa to all his grandchildren. Loved and remembered by all his family and friends. A funeral mass to celebrate John’s life will be held on Friday 13th February 2026 in St Mary’s Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Corner of Park and Short Streets Scone NSW commencing at 11am. If you would like to let John’s family know you are thinking of them, please access the Condolence register on our website to leave them a message of love and support. The livestream of John’s service is available to be viewed via the following link: MURRAY: John Patrick

Passed away peacefully on Sunday 8th February 2026.  Aged 80 years.  Late of Scone. Loving father and father-in-law to Jane, Emma and Anthony, Megan, Jim and Amy.  Much loved Pa to Ava, Lily, Edie and Finn.  A funeral mass for Bernie will be held on Friday 13th February 2026 in St Mary’s Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Corner of Park and Short Streets, Scone NSW commencing at 2pm followed by private cremation.  If you would like to let Bernie’s family know you are thinking of them, please access the Condolence register on our website to send them a message of love and support.  The livestream of Bernie’s service is available to be viewed via the following link: CALLINAN: Bernard Michael (Bernie)

IN LOVING MEMORY

Passed away peacefully on Monday 2nd February 2026. Late of Denman.  Aged 77 years.  Much loved father and father-in-law to Rodney and Vanessa, Richard and Meegan. Cherished and Devoted Pa to Jesse, Grace and Cooper. Adored son of Jan and Johanna (both deceased).  A dear brother and brother-in-law to Louie and Brenda, John and Jo-Anne, Anthony and Amanda, Jo-Anne and Ross and Uncle to their families. A respected Colleague, Educator and Friend to many.  Family and friends are warmly invited to attend his funeral service on Tuesday 17th February 2026 in St Matthias Anglican Church Hall, 50 Palace Street, Denman NSW commencing at 11am followed by private cremation.  If you would like to let Len’s family know you are thinking of them, please access the Condolence register on our website to send them a message of love and support.  The livestream of Len’s service is available to be viewed via the following link:van der VLIET: Leendert Albert (Len)

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 10th February 2026.  Late of Muswellbrook.  Aged 78 years.  Loving mother and mother-in-law to Michael, Anjanette and Gary.  Proud and devoted Nanny to Matilda and Evie.  Adored sister of Helen, John, Rhonda, Lynda and Robert.  A funeral service to celebrate Pam’s life will be held in St James Catholic Church, Brook Street, Muswellbrook NSW on Friday 20th February 2026 commencing at 11am followed by burial in the Muswellbrook Lawn Cemetery, Brecht Street, Muswellbrook NSW.  If you would like to let Pam’s family know you are thinking of them, please access the Condolence register on our website to send them a message of love and support.  The livestream of Pam’s service is available to be viewed via the following link: KENNY: Pamela Kay (Pam)

After a two-month sabbatical involving rest, travel, perspective, and a suspicious reduction in phone calls and emails, I’m officially returning to work. I will be back on deck from Tuesday 17th February 2026.

No

• I haven’t been avoiding you
• I haven’t retired
• disappeared into witness protection or
• gotten lost in Japan.

Yes

• I was practising what I preach, life is for living too.”
• I was doing extensive research into not working Findings were excellent.”
• “I took two months to remind myself why I love this job and my mission was accomplished. I have missed you all very much and am looking forward to seeing you, guiding you, supporting you, listening to you and walking beside you”
• “Two months away confirmed I am not actually replaceable… but I am refreshable.”

Thank you for your patience, your messages, your love and support and for not breaking into the office looking for me!!  I’m grateful to be back, refreshed, and ready to walk beside you once more.  I’ve got you in 2026.

All my love.

Sheryl Folpp x.