THE DIARY

EVENT

Dubbo Garden Club Will hold its first meeting for the year on Wednesday, March 7, to organise our program for the next 12 months. There will be no meeting in February. Notice for our get together will be placed in the Photo News. If anyone out there has a garden and would like to be included in our program please call Kay on 0428821538 or Margaret on 68826559. Dubbo Base Hospital Graduate Nurses Group

Are holding a luncheon on Saturday, March 3, at the Westside Hotel Large Function Room. Lunch from 12 midday. For details, contact Sue 0438 845 225. Dubbo Koorie Housing Aboriginal Corporation Annual General Meeting

Will be held at 1pm on Saturday, February 24, at Sporties, Erskine Street. The meeting will include minutes from previous general meeting, the appointment of new directors and the presentation of the Auditor’s report. New membership forms will be available on the day. Light refreshments will be provided. NALAG Blue Healers Program

The NALAG Centre in Welchman St Dubbo are holding a free weekend Blue Healers program on Saturday, March 10 and Sunday, March 11, to assist people in managing Depression , Stress and Anxiety. Meet with like-minded people in a small group setting and equip yourself with tools to help you cope better with everyday events & start enjoying life again. Drop into the centre or call 6882 9222 to register or obtain further details. Railway History

Railway History Enthusiasts want to form a group who would meet regularly. Phone Mike on 0499 995 267 to register your interest. Neami National Suicide Prevention Optimal Health Program

Seeking referrals. Our goal is to run this free Optimal Health Program in Dubbo aimed at people who have have been impacted around the subject of suicide. Contact CJ on 0434 331 299 or cassandrawills@neaminational.org.au. Dubbo and District Family History Society

At 2pm on Friday, February 16, at Dubbo Community Arts Centre, Lyn Smith will tell how she discovered her great grandfather’s secret past. Everyone welcome. Afternoon tea afterwards - $4. RSVP by Tuesday, February 13. Contact June Wilson at juniwil1943@gmail.com or 6882 5366 or 0417 690 495. Dubbo Camera Club

Hold their meetings in the shed at the rear of the Dubbo Arts and Crafts cottage, 137 Cobra St Dubbo. The club is open to anyone who wants to improve their digital camera skills in a friendly, relaxed setting. We meet on the second and fourth Mondays monthly at 7.30pm so why not come along? For further details phone Col on 0429689158. Coffee and Craft

Enjoy a cup of coffee and make some craft. 74 Boundary Road (corner of Taylor and Boundary Road). 9.30-12 on Thursday, February 15, Thursday, March 1 and Thursday, March 15. All ladies welcome. Contact Beth on 6885 3153. Diners Club

Women on their own are welcome to enjoy dining out in a friendly atmosphere. Will meet on Saturday, March 3, at Dubbo City Bowling Club’s Twilights Thai at 7pm. Contact Chris on 6884 1179. Dubbo Film Society Will have two film screenings at Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre, Darling Street, on Sunday, February 25, starting at 4pm. Films will be ‘The Fencer’, a drama from Estonia and ‘Ali’s Wedding’, an Australian comedy. $20 for casual visitors. More information at www.dubbofilmsociety.com and Facebook. Food and drinks available. Dubbo Evening VIEW Club AGM Dinner for 2018

Will be held at the RSL on Monday, February 19, at 7.00pm. Members are reminded they are always most welcome to invite a guest to the dinner. For bookings, cancellations and further enquiries, please call Beth before 10.00am, Friday 16th on 6882-7557. Dubbo Evening VIEW Card and Games Afternoon

Will be held Friday, February 16, 1.00pm at the Masonic Hall on Derby Close. Entry fee is STILL only $5.00, and includes an excellent afternoon tea. For further information please call Shirley on 6882-2874. Dubbo Bobbin Lacemakers February Meeting

Will be on Wednesday, February 21, 10am - 3pm at the Arts and Crafts Cottage, 137 Cobra Street, Ph: 6881 6410. Visitors and prospective members (skilled, rusty or beginner) always very welcome to drop in to have a look and a chat. Check out our Cottage Shop while you’re there. Contact: Elsie 6882 6136 or for beginners evening class contact Elizabeth 0408 68 2968.

THURSDAY

Walking Group 8am, Streets. meet Contact: corner May Macquarie 6882 4371. and Tamworth Clothesline 9am-11am, fortnightly. Clothing Supported Pool by Clothesline and Freemasons. 151 Fitzroy Street, Dubbo. Free and low-cost clothing. Contact: 6882 9503. Dubbo CWA

9.30am for 10am, first Thursday of the month, at Sporties, Erskine Street. New members welcome. Contact: Marion 6884 2957. CWA Wongarbon

10am, first Thursday of the month, at Wongarbon CWA rooms. Contact: Marjorie 6884 5558. Sugarcraft

10am-1pm, first and third Thursdays of the month, at the Art and Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street Dubbo. Classes also Sunday and Monday. See day listings below. Contact: Shirley 6887 3150. Dubbo Orana RSL Day Club

10am-2pm, at the Country Club. $5 includes morning tea, card playing, games and light lunch followed by Bingo. Transport can be arranged for $2. Contact: Ailsa 6882 0036. Dubbo War Widows Guild

11am, fourth Thursday of the month. Please register your attendance or apology by 12pm the Wednesday before. Contact: Avis 6882 5710. South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Men’s Shed Bingo

11am-12.30pm, West Dubbo Bowling Club. New players welcome. Contact: Barry on 0439 344 349. Arthritis and Diabetes Support Groups

Thursday, February 8, at Sporties, 101 Erskine Street. At 10am we will have our guest speaker, Alison Amor, Diabetes Educator, from Marathon Health. Following this, the separate meetings of both Dubbo Support Groups will be convened. $2 contribution towards morning tea and expenses. All members welcome to join us afterwards for an optional Social Lunch. Venue yet to be advised.

For further information: Diabetes contact Helen on 6882 9970, Arthritis contact Heather on 6887 2359 or 0431 583 128. Seniors Strengthening Exercise Group

1.30pm-2.30pm at St Brigid’s Hall. Usual arrangements, $2 donation. Contact: Richard and Elva 6888 5656. Dubbo Community Men’s Shed

1pm-5pm. Small joining fee and annual membership fee after three visits. “All men are welcome”. Also open Monday and Saturdays. Contact: 6881 6987. Conversational English in Dubbo

2pm-3pm, at Wesley Community Hall, corner of Church St and Carrington Ave. Attendance is free. All welcome. Contact: Chris, 6884 0407. Line Dancing

6.30pm-9pm, at Carrington Ave RSL Hall Clubhouse. Contact: Kathy, 6888 5287. Woodturning and Carving Evening

6pm-9pm, at Art and Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street Dubbo. Contact: Phil, 6887 3257. Dubbo City Croquet Club

PLAY on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday commencing at 8.15am. Twilight croquet is played on Wednesday evening commencing 6pm. New players of any age are welcome, where men and women compete on equal terms. The club is located at the rear of the City Bowling Club, Wingewarra Street. Contact: Elizabeth 0408 682 968.

FRIDAY

CPSA 10am, Meeting second Friday of the month, at Neighbourhood morning tea provided. Centre. Visitors Guest speaker welcome and to attend. Contact Ken 6885 2676. Tai Chi at U3A

10am, at the Community Arts Centre, Western Plains Cultural Centre, 76 Wingewarra Street, Dubbo. Contact: Richard, 6888 5656. Spinning and Weaving

10am, at the Art and Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street, Dubbo. Contact: Jo, 6885 6875. Western Plains Trefoil Guild

10.30am, second Friday of each month, at Dubbo West Guide Hall. Everyone welcome. Please confirm meeting will be on. Contact: Dorothy, 6884 6646. Dubbo Parkinson’s Support Group

11am, first Friday of each month, at the David Palmer Centre, old Lourdes. People with Parkinson’s and their carers welcome. Contact: Lorna, 0416 240 626. Central West Makers Place

12 noon-6pm, at South Dubbo Veterans and Community Men’s Shed, corner of Palmer and High Sts, Dubbo. Activities include 3D printing, basic electronics, robotics, silk screening and pottery. Contact: Adam, 0431 038 866. Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group

2pm, first Friday of the month. Contact: Kath 6881 3704. Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings

8pm, at Dubbo Community Health Centre, corner of Cobra and Palmer Streets. Contact 1300 222 222. Smart Recovery

3pm, Dubbo Neighbourhood Centre. Assists individuals with changing problematic behaviour, including alcohol and drugs, gambling, food, shopping, internet, and others.

SATURDAY

Farmers Markets 8am, first and third Saturday of the month. Lions

Park adjacent to Visitors Centre, Bligh Street Dubbo. www.dubbofarmersmarket.org.au. Contact: Market coordinator, 0488 685 006 or enquiries@dubbofarmersmarket.org.au. Dubbo City Croquet Club

8.15am, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. News players of all ages welcome. A game of skill and strategy where women and men compete on equal terms. Lawns are behind the City Bowling Club, Wingewarra St. Contact Jenny 0400 645 516 or Charles 0400 570 888. CWA Gilgandra Market

9am – 1pm, first Saturday of the month. Cakes, fruit, pickles, plants and more! New stall holders welcome. $5 per stall, proceeds to CWA. Phone Hilda: 6847 1270. Dubbo Patchwork and Quilters Group

9am, second and last Saturday of the month, at the South Dubbo Guide Hall, Boundary Rd. Members are always ready to support novices so if you feel you would like to give this traditional craft a try. Contact: Meg, 0427 471 868. Ladies Lawn Bowls

9.15am for 10am start, at Sporties, Dubbo. Also Saturdays. Sporties membership not required unless you wish to progress competitively. Coaching available. Contact: Bowls coordinator Nic Gannon, 6884 2044. Dubbo and District Kennel Club

9.30am, obedience training at the Big Shed, Dubbo Show Ground. No puppies under 14 weeks, must bring up to date vaccination certificates, $5 to join and $5 per session. Contact: Michael, 0419 274 632. Seventh-day Adventist Church

9.30am, small group bible study (Sabbath School) and children’s / youth Sabbath School. Corner Cobra and Sterling Streets. Contact: http:// dubbo.adventist.org.au Seventh-day Adventist Church

11am, Divine Service. Corner Cobra and Sterling Streets. Contact: http://dubbo.adventist.org.au Sit ‘n Knit

11am-1pm, first Saturday of the month. All ages welcome. Macquarie Regional Library, Macquarie Street. Contact: 6801 4510. R.S.L. Tennis Club

12.45pm, at the RSL Park Street courts for enjoyable social tennis. All welcome. Contact: 0428 825 480. Dubbo Slot Car Racing Club Seniors (15+)

4pm, first and third Saturday of the month, at 147 Birch Avenue. Contact: Terry, 0408 260 965. Narcotics Anonymous

6pm, at St Brigid’s Church, in the old building, entry via Brisbane Street. Identification (ID) meeting. Contact: Linda, 0419 588 086. Old Time/new Vogue Dance – Dubbo

7.30pm, second Saturday of the month, at the Masonic Hall in Church Street. $10. BYO supper to share, tea and coffee provided. Contact: Graham, 6888 5603. Old Time/ New Vogue Dance

FIRST and THIRD Saturday of the month. Eumungerie RSL Hall, Railway Street, Eumungerie. Commencing 8.00 p.m. to 12.00 p.m. “Dancing with...tony!” BYO supper to share, tea, coffee and milk provided. $10 per head. All Welcome. Caravan Park with powered sites for travellers across the road. Enquiries: Tony: 0427472142 or 0268472142.

SUNDAY

Bicycle User Group Social Ride 9am, at Wahroonga Park. Contact: Mick, 0437 136 169; Andrew, 0476 764 659; dubbobug.org.au. Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings

7pm, Centre, at corner the Dubbo of Cobra Community and Palmer Health Streets. Orana Pistol Contact Club 1300 222 222.

9am, Sundays Hyandra only, after Lane, 9am: Dubbo. 6887 Contact, 3704. Traditional – Rawsonville Catholic Latin Mass

9am, at the second Rawsonville Sunday Soldier’s of the month, Memorial Hall, 872 241 Rawsonville or 6887 2241. Road. Contact: 0429 Orana K9 Training Club INC.

9.45am for a 10am start, at the Dubbo Showground (the big shed). Dog Obedience training, must have current vaccinations certificate plus treats. $15.00 membership, $5 per session. Contact Reg Parker 6884 9877 or 0428 849 877. Hope Christian Fellowship Dubbo

10am, at the Girl Guides Hall, Dianne A’beckett Place, Dubbo. Contact: 6884 6287. Orana Country Music Association

2pm – 6pm, last Sunday of the month. The Orana Country Association holds their monthly muster on the last Sunday of the month at the Dubbo RSL. Contact Barry 0439 344 349. Transcendental Meditation (TM)

2pm, Maharishi Foundation Australia and Dubbo Transcendental Meditation Centre provide free introductory talks on the scientifically proven benefits of TM. Contact: David, 0424 252 834 or www.tm.org.au. Dubbo Country Music Hoedown

2pm-6pm, second Sunday of the month, RSL Entertainment Lounge, 2-6pm. All ages welcome. Contact: Shane, 0407 022 999. Dubbo Folk Club

2.30pm-6pm, second Sunday of the month, at the Western Star Hotel. Come and enjoy an afternoon of all types of acoustic music. Pleasant surroundings and friendly people, sit and sing along or bring and instrument and join in. Contact: Dawn, 6889 4427. Sugarcraft

1pm-4pm, first Sunday of every month, at the Art and Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street Dubbo. Also, fourth Monday, first and third Thursday. Contact: Shirley 6887 3150.

MONDAY

Community JP Desk JP Desk Will start again on Wednesday, February 7, 2018.

10am – 12pm, Looking for a JP? Look no further than the Community JP Desk outside Coles supermarket in Dubbo Square, 177 Macquarie Street. This is a free service provided by volunteers of The NSW Justices Association. Are you a JP? We’re always looking for volunteers, contact Bruce 0418 493 388 or Hugh 0429 151 348 for more information. Dubbo Multicultural Women’s Group

10am, third Monday of the month, at Dubbo Neighbourhood Centre. All women from non-english speaking backgrounds most welcome. Contact: 6882 2100. Cake decorating

10am, first Monday of the month, at the Art & Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street Dubbo. Contact: Shirley 6887 3150. Old Time Dance

Will 2018 resume from 10am first – Monday 12pm, at of Orana Feburary, Gardens some old Country time dance. Club. Contact: Come and Jean enjoy on 6882 Sugarcraft 8867.

10am-1pm, 1pm-4pm, first first Sunday and third of Thursdays. every month, first and the and fourth third Thursdays Monday of of the the month, month at Street the Art Dubbo. & Craft Contact: Cottage, Shirley 137 Cobra 6887 3150. Patchwork

10am-3pm, at Art & Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street. Contact: June 6882 4677. Peace and Healing Meditations

1pm – 2pm, at the Dubbo Neighbourhood Centre 1/80 Gipps St. By donation, beginners welcome. Presented by Wellington Buddhist Centre. Contact: 6845 4661. Anglican Women’s Association

5.30pm, at Holy Trinity. Contact: Dorothy 6884 4990. RFDS Support Group

6pm, first Monday of the month, at the RFDS Base Dubbo Airport. Contact: Terry Clark 0407 444 690 (except P/H). Australian Air Force Cadets

6pm – 9.30pm, at Army Barracks (cnr Kokoda Pl and Wingewarra St). NOW recruiting 13 to 18-year-olds prepared for a challenge and to undertake fun & rewarding activities. Come down to your local unit, 313 “City of Dubbo” Squadron. Contact: Michael 0437 997 708. Rotary Club of Dubbo

6pm – 8pm, at the Westside Hotel, Whylandra Street, West Dubbo. Our President Sandy Birkett can be contacted on nap64@yahoo.com or 0412 158 940. Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings

12pm and 6pm, at St Brigid’s Catholic Church, Brisbane St. Contact 1300 222 222. Dubbo Euchre Club

6.30pm, at the Dubbo City Bowling Club. Everyone is welcome to come along. $5 entry, prizes are won throughout the night. Trivia Night

7pm, at South Dubbo Tavern. Dubbo Camera Club

Hold their meetings in the shed at the rear of the Dubbo Arts and Crafts cottage, 137 Cobra St Dubbo. The club is open to anyone who wants to improve their digital camera skills in a friendly, relaxed setting. We meet on the second and fourth Mondays monthly at 7.30pm so why not come along? For further details phone Col on 0429689158. Sing Australia Dubbo Choir

7.30-9.30pm, at Bridge Club, Bultje Street. NO auditions, no requirements to read music and no singing experience necessary. Contact: 0428 680 775.

TUESDAY

Seniors Exercise Group Notice of change. Exercise classes will begin again on Tuesday, March 6 and Thursday, March 8, 2018 at St Bridges Hall from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. Same days and times will continue each week throughout the year. $2 donation includes a cuppa after exercise. Contact: Richard and Elva 6888 5656. Golf Croquet

8.30am, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, at Dubbo City Croquet Club (located behind the Dubbo City Bowling Club). Contact: Beth 6884 3015. South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Men’s Shed

9am – 12pm, at Cnr of High and Palmer Street. New members welcome. Ladies Lawn Bowls

9.15am, Tuesday and Saturday, at Sporties Dubbo. Learn the game of bowls. Coaching is available and can be arranged by contacting the Bowls Coordinator, Nic Gannon on 6884 2044. Experienced bowlers are also welcome to join our ranks. Dubbo Embroiderer’s

9.30am – 3pm, second and fourth Tuesday of the month, at Dubbo Bridge Club, Elston Park. All welcome. Contact: Isobel Morgan 6882 3889. For Saturday group information contact Ruth 6882 7336. Allabilitiesdanz

9.45am, at Dubbo RSL Memorial Club. Classes are low impact, work on heart health, flexibility, mobility, coordination and strength. Call Tracy 0416 010 748 for a free trial or to join the free class. Probus Mens

10am, first Tuesday of the month at Masonic Village Hall, Darby Close, Dubbo. Fellowship and friendship. Morning tea and guest speaker. Contact: Ken 6885 2676. Dubbo City Ladies Probus

10am – 12pm, at the Masonic Village Hall, Darby Close (off White Street) Dubbo. All enquires to Liz 6885 3542 or Nora 6882 0707. Depression Recovery Group

10.30am, at the Department of Mental Health, 41 Bultje Street Dubbo. Contact: Norm 6882 6081, Brian 6885 6547 or Bill 6882 9826. NALAG Centre

10am, MEN’S morning tea the first Tuesday of the month, WOMEN’S morning tea the third Wednesday of the month. Contact: 6882 9222. Rotary Club of Dubbo Macquarie

Meets 12.30pm – 2pm, at Westside Hotel. Contact: Lorna 0408 827 526. Heart Support Walking Group

12.30pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays, meet at Ollie Robbins Oval, cnr of Bligh Street. Supports gentle exercise promoting healthy hearts and friendship. All Welcome. Contact: Ray 0437 541 942. Bingo

1.30pm-3.30pm, at Sporties. Contact: Margaret 6882 4737 or Barb 6882 5893. Book Club

2pm, at Macquarie Regional Library, Macquarie St, Dubbo. Dubbo City Physie and Dance

5.15pm – 7.30pm (classies vary), Monday and Tuesday, at South Dubbo High School Hall. Physie is fun and affordable dance for girls and ladies, 4 years and up, of all fitness levels. Contact: 0438 582 015. Rotary Club of Dubbo South

6pm, at South Dubbo Tavern, Cnr Boundary Rd and Fitzroy St Dubbo. Girls Brigade

6pm – 8pm, each Tuesday during school term, at Orana Baptist Church, 4 Palmer St. For all school aged girls. Enjoy craft, games, camps, stories,

songs, cooking and much more. Contact: Julie 6882 4369. Swing Dancing Classes

6.30pm, at Charles Sturt University. Come for a dance for great fun and fitness. No need to bring a partner. All ages welcome. $5. For more details check out www.facebook.com/swingdancingdubbo or call 0401 928 998. Dubbo and District Computer Club

7pm, at Akela Place Hall Dubbo. Contact: Daryl 0408 284 300. Lions Club of Dubbo Inc

7pm, at Club Dubbo. Contact: Bob 6882 8746 or 0408 636 953, Hugh 0429 151 348. Toastmasters Club

7pm-9pm, first and third Tuesday of the month, at Dubbo RSL Club, Brisbane St. Visit the club to gain confidence in speaking and leading skills. There are club, area and district competitions to participate in. Contact Sharon Allan 0408 156 015 or email sallan@rhdubbo.com.au. Badminton

7.30pm-9.30pm, at Delroy High School Auditorium, East Street, West Dubbo. $5 to play ($3 for school students) $22 yearly insurance ($15 for school students). All welcome, great fun and exercise. Contact: Chris 6887 3413. Wellington Exercises for 55 Years and Over

Will be held at the Senior Citizens Hall on Swift Street, Wellington from 9am-10am. Strength training for both males and females. All are welcome. For Enquiries, contact Margaret on 02 6845 1918.

WEDNESDAY

Community JP Desk JP Desk Will start again on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Dubbo Woodturning & Woodcraft Club

8am – 12pm, at rear of Arts and Crafts Cottage, 137 Cobra Street. New comers welcome. Contact: Paul Nolan 6882 1485. Dubbo City Croquet Club

8.15am, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, at rear of City Bowling Club, Wingewarra St. Twilight croquet is played on Wednesday evening commencing 6pm. New players are welcome of any age, where men and women compete on equal terms. Contact: Elizabeth 0408 682 968. Geurie Craft Group

9am – 2pm, at Geurie Bowling Club. Everyone welcome. Contact: Thelma 6887 1103. Line Dancing

9.30am – 12pm and Thursdays, 6.309pm, at Carrington Ave RSL Hall Clubhouse. Contact: Kathy 6888 5287. Card & Social Group

9.30am – 2pm, at Community Activities Room, Dubbo Neighbourhood Centre 1/80 Gipps Street. $5 includes morning tea, cuppa, bingo and raffle. Please bring own lunch. New members of all ages welcome. If you need transport call Dubbo Neighbourhood Centre. Contact: Muriel on 6882 5145 or Jan 6884 6080. Secret Garden Café Mums & Bubs Playgroup

10am, at the Secret Garden Café, 10am. Group for parents and grandparents to come and socialise, meet new friends and find support from like-minded

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10am – 4pm, at 137 Cobra Street. A large range of handcrafted gifts made by members available. Shop local and support Dubbo’s very own independent Art and Craft Cottage. Contact: 6881 6410. Allabilitiesdanz

10.30am, at West Dubbo Primary Community Centre. KIDS 0 to 5, an interactive class with music, props and movement. Only a gold coin donation per family. Akela Playgroup

10:30am and Thursdays 9:30am, at Scout Hall, 4 Akela St. Contact: Sharna 0438 693 789. Blood Cancer Support Group

10.30pm – 12pm, first Wednesday of each month. Venue changes each month, contact Louise or Emma on 0412 706 785. Cancer Support Group

12pm, at David Palmer Centre, Lourdes Hospital. Contact: Genelle 6841 8513. West Dubbo Rotary

6pm, at the West Dubbo Bowling Club, Whylandra Street Dubbo. Zumba Kids

4.15pm, at West Dubbo Primary Community Centre. A FUN dynamic class that keeps young bodies active, for kids aged 5 to 12, only a gold coin donation per family. Overeaters Anonymous

5.30pm, at St Brigid’s Church, in the old building, entry via Brisbane Street. Speaker/identification Meeting. Contact: Rachel 0476 002 928. Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings

7pm, at the Junior Rugby League Clubhouse Caltex Park, Cassia Street. Contact 1300 222 222. Above Board Gamers

6pm, second and fourth Wednesday of the month, at Pipe Band Hall. GET involved in the fastest growing hobby in the world, board gaming. Bring a board game or borrow from the extensive library. No experience needed. Free. Contact: Alan 0432 278 235 or Andrew 0400 014 342. Wellington Exercises for 55 Years and Over

Will be held at the Senior Citizens Hall on Swift Street, Wellington from 9am10am. Gentle strength training for both males and females. All are welcome. For Enquiries, contact Margaret on 02 6845 1918.