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Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia (Australia) With International Women’s Day on next week’s horizon, we want to share with you information about who we are raising money for in Canowindra and why. For a population of almost 100 million, Ethiopia has less than 200 obstetrician/ gynaecologists and less than 5,000 trained midwives. A woman dies every two minutes from pregnancy and childbirth related complications. If a rural woman is among the 5% of women worldwide who face obstructed labour, they will be in agony for days. They almost always lose their baby and suffer horrific internal damage – sometimes the bladder is completely destroyed. They leak constantly and are pushed to the edge of their society, too filthy to be part of village life and considered a curse. But there is hope. In the Ethiopian capital, there is a hospital especial-
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ly for patients such as these. The Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital and its five regional hospitals treat obstetric fistula patients free of charge, thanks to the generosity of donors to Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia (Australia), which is the charity we are supporting. The charity was formed by Australian obstetriciangynaecologist, Dr Catherine Hamlin AC who is also the co-founder of the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital and the Hamlin College of Midwives. In the 1950s Catherine and her late husband Reg went to Ethiopia to train midwives, but their attention soon turned to the plight of the fistula sufferers. Together the Hamlins perfected the modern technique for obstetric fistula surgery and have treated over 40,000 women, more than 90% of them cured. Join us on the 5th March to support these women.
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Cranky Rock has been, to my memory, the chosen site for a Belubula dam for over 60 years. It was as logical in the 1950’s as it is today and tomorrow. The structure of the chasm at the opening that the river runs through is underlying solid rock which would only require superficial cosmetic preparation for the concrete or earth/rock wall and the water could provide a degree of hydro-power electricity for the grid. Don’t attempt flood mitigation if you value the silt that is deposited on the river flats down-stream. They were created by silt falling out of suspension as flood water slowed down when it spread over low areas. Why not get on with it and stop prevaricating.
As Australia prepares to commemorate the landing of the first ANZAC troops in Gallipoli 100 years ago, we ask that you also remember the work of Red Cross by supporting Red Cross Calling during March. Just like the thousands of Red Cross volunteers who worked so hard to support our ANZAC troops in 1915, Red Cross volunteers still continue to care for those who need it most. By making a donation or organising an event, you can support the everyday work of Red Cross such as working in NSW bushfire relief and recovery centres, making daily phone calls to elderly Australians living alone, providing breakfast for children who might otherwise go to school hungry, and supporting young parents. In years to come, many people will continue to turn to Red Cross for help in times of crisis and we’re determined to be there when they do. To make a donation, or to find out how you can get involved with Red Cross Calling go to our website at redcrosscalling.org.au or phone 1800 008 831. Jody Broun Executive Director NSW, Australian Red Cross
Regards Robert Sherwood
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Prime yearling heifers up to 440kgs
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Heavy Heifers
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Bernard Fitzsimon, Country Labor candidate for the Orange electorate, will be holding an information session in Canowindra. Mr Fitzsimon is interested in discussing Country Labor policies and answering any queries/concerns raised by local residents.
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Snippets... garden beds and fill them with soil so the children can get busy planting vegetables in autumn. If anyone is able to help out for an hour or two that would be fantastic.
IMAGE: Image courtesy of Ashley Bland and Julia Strang. 100 Mile Dinner.
100 Mile Volunteers- The canowindra@ home team need your help! Volunteers are needed on the evening of the 100 Mile Dinner to wait on and help set up. The event always has a great atmosphere and you get a chance to make friends while earning good karma! Kendal Street Redevelopment- Near completion of stage one and stage four of the redevelopment will see stage two of the project started in the first week of March. Stage two involves closures of the areas between Macquarie Street and the eastern entrances to the service station and the Sovereign Inn for major renewal of the road, kerb and gutter. Access to shops for pedestrians will remain open at all times. Public School Working Bee- This Saturday there will be a working bee at the school from 7-11am. The plan is to set up the new
The Phoenix Needs You! Fancy yourself as a bit of a wordsmith? Got the gift of the gab? If you want to know what’s happening in your community, love socialising and attending events we have the perfect jobs for you. Our Editor Rhi is flying back to her homeland in a few months so The Phoenix needs 2 new team members, a writer to work 1 -2 days a week and a sales manager to work 3 days a week. For more information give us a call on 6344 1846 or pop into our office to organise an interview. Business Chamber AGM Update- The AGM for the Canowindra Business Chamber was well attended last week, with President Eddy Wilkinson reporting a sound financial year and good progression on web and social media development. Eddy emphasised the importance of doing more to grow visits to all aspects of social media this year. The Christmas shopping event had mixed results from a short time frame but it still encouraging, with earlier planning scheduled for this year. “We’re looking this year to leverage Canowindra as ‘more than you expect’ using the tech platform” said Eddy. The other election officers of 2015 were; Vice President Mark Gardner, Treasurer Graham Rice and Secretary Caddie Marshall. The fee for joining the
chamber is still $55 and David Cullane was given a vote of thanks for his sterling support in Office. It was also noted with sorrow the passing of long term member Virginia Cullane last year. Flickerfest ‘License To Thrill’- Our favourite short film festival is back at Rosnay on the 21st March and is more stylish than ever. Fill out the entry form at the back of this paper for your chance to win two tickets to this event! Call the team at Rosnay on 1300 767629 for more informaton.
IMAGE: A scene from the short film ‘Florence has left the building’which will be showing at Flickerfest.
something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue You want to be able to remember your wedding day with clarity in the years to come, so it’s important to have a professional photographer who can capture all your special moments. CTM Photography owner, Sarah Windus, is based in Gooloogong and has over 7 years’ experience in the field. She feels a quote that sums up her photography is, ‘I can preserve a child’s smile, make any woman feel beautiful, bring a grown man to tears 50 years from now and freeze time’. If you’d like to discuss a shoot with Sarah call 0467960958. Along with photos of the big event it’s important to ensure you have the right equipment, that’s where Cowra Hire comes in. They are stocked with a range of products that can make your function a great success! Call Charlie and the team on 6342 3498 for more information. All this work makes one hungry, the Grange Restaurant at Hermitage Hill serves up classic dishes with a contemporary style. The menu is seasonally focussed and created by careful hands; the restaurant is fully licensed with an extensive list of wine from the Central West. Adjoining onto the Grange is the beautiful and unique country retreat that is Hermitage Hill, ideal for a romantic getaway before or after the big day.
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IMAGE: Ben and Jess are excited to help you plan your special day
A New Year brings a new batch of lovebirds looking for the perfect wedding venue to Jess & Ben Stanley. The couple took over the renowned wedding and function venue in Eugowra, Eat Your Greens, on the 1st January. Jess and Ben had both worked as chefs at the venue for five years when the offer to buy by previous owners Neil and Jane came about, “They wanted to step back and we wanted to step forward’ says Jess. Keen to keep the menu seasonal and on-trend, the pair say they are looking forward to organising more events such as the ‘Taste of Autumn Dinner’ on 14th March and a ‘Mother’s Day Lunch’ on the 10th May. The Eat Your Greens team don’t just stay on-site for functions, they also do mobile catering, “we’re fully self-sufficient, we can set up a commercial kitchen on any site, whether it’s a farm, shearing shed, car port of paddock!” says Ben.
Though weddings are ever-popular, the duo can cater for birthdays, anniversaries and other celebratory events on a large scale (up to 1000 people) The indoor area of the venue fits 150 people and outdoors can fit as many as you wish, complete with marquees if the weather doesn’t go your way. “The whole venue is yours to do as you please, you don’t get kicked out of your room at check-out time, while you’re here this is your personal, private space” says Ben. The couple offer one-on-one service, discussing ideas with each individual for their big day. “Nothing is fixed, we can change things to accommodate your needs” says Jess. For the latest updates and photos of recent events check out their Facebook page- EatYourGreensFunctionCentre. By Rhi Quinn
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RURAL ROUNDUP Mixed Results For Forbes Cattle And Lamb Sales… Canowindra Clearing 13th March KMWL ( Kevin Miller Whitty Lennon) is one of the leading Stock and Station Agents in Forbes and the Central Western district. The head office is in Forbes but Agents are based at the surrounding districts of Young, Cumnock, Canowindra and Condoblin. We caught up with Paul, who is the agent based in Canowindra and Alicia, the Administration and Sales Processing Officier, to get an update on the cattle sale that took place in Forbes this Monday. 2173 were yarded and competition was weaker with not all the usual buyers operating. Yearlings were 3 to 5c easier and heavy steers were slightly cheaper than usual. Cows fell another 8 to 10c compared to last
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RURAL ROUNDUP MSM Milling Introduces Premium Partner Bonus For Monola Growers MSM Milling is a fully integrated oilseed crushing, refining and packaging operation located at Manildra. MSM is proud to be a regionally based Australian owned company, adding value to oilseeds sourced direct from farmers, producing the highest quality ready to use products for consumers in Australia, New Zealand, Asia and other export markets. Customers of MSM Milling share the benefits of passion and innovation, efficient logistics and modern integrated processing facilities. MSM Milling has introduced a new Premium Partner Bonus for growers of the specialty high oleic canola variety, Monola*, bringing $105/metric tonne to the premium for certified growers in acknowledgement of their commitment to sustainability and food safety. MSM’s General Manager Commercial, Charlie Aldersey, says the $10/tonne Premium Partner Bonus is in addition to a $95/tonne premium paid to Monola growers. “We know our farmers grow quality, sustainable and safe crops in an extremely strict regulatory environment. MSM Milling wishes to formalise that acknowledgement and promote Australia’s high food safety and sustainability standards to customers here and overseas.” “The uptake of high oleic oil by food manufacturers means that Australian producers are reducing their reliance on imported, less healthy oils. Recent food contamination scares involving imported frozen fruit have highlighted concerns about imported food safety. MSM’s Premium Partner Bonus shows our commitment to farmers and Australia’s clean and green, sustainably grown, produced and processed safe food products,” Mr Aldersey said.
To be eligible for the Premium Partner Bonus, farmers will be required to complete a self-declaration at the commencement of contracting or when they fill in a planting declaration, similar to the scheme used in the EU. MSM Milling has also recently diversified its product range and now offers a range of high quality refined, bleached and deodorised soft oils. These include sunflower oil, cottonseed oil and corn oil. They can offer a variety of bulk and food service packaging formats, produced in our new state of the art packaging facility. If you would like more information on this bonus or on the range of products the company offers give Charlie a call on 0419 156 790 or call 1300 MANILDRA.
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What Women Want... As I watch the leaves begin to change from fresh greens to chocolate, tawny and coppers I get rather excited about the fashions for this coming season…. We all know that leaves beginning to turn means winter will be upon us before we know it. Our wardrobes will begin the annual upheaval as we switch flowery, skimpy summer dresses for woolly jumpers and snug coats to prepare as best we can for what is coming. You will all be glad to know that winter at Kendal is full of colours. From pastels to clear brights that sit against your staple tones of black and charcoal are full of the trends for this Autumn. In pastels, soft pinks and blues are apparent and winter white is very strong for this season. If these are not your colours you will also find strong khaki green and burnt oranges. For those women who like bright, bold colours this winter we have you covered! Fire engine red is a stand out this season. Team your red back with camels and black to anchor it, bright red all over is not for the faint of heart! A neutral colour palette of winter whites and ivory teamed with black or navy form a great basis for your autumn wardrobe. Nay is a predominant colour for Autumn and sits
with all colours for a fresh look. Fake furs, felts, silks and crepe sit nicely together to create a unique and wearable wardrobe. The fabrics this season seem to be soft and feminine. Prints are still strong for this season with animal prints remaining the most popular. Animal prints can simply be teamed back with black basics to create a smart and simple outfit. Starting this season I will be stocking Tooralie knitwear. This company has had a major revamp and have designed the most beautiful woollen jumpers and cardigans in amazing colours. This knitwear will sit with our ever popular Not your Daughters Jeans and fine 100% merino garments from Hedrena. Goondiwindi Cotton has done a wonderful colour palette for winter and it is retailing very well. They have amazing cottons and the quality is second to none. My European labels are showing soft pretty feminine fabrics and designs as well as adding a twist for that edgy look. If you look in your wardrobe and simply don’t think your clothes can face this winter or want to try and new look in the cold season then call in to see myself or the girls and we can help you to revamp your look, it’s never too soon for a change! Take care of yourselves, Kendal x
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DESTINATIONS If you were inspired by the glamour of the Oscars in Los Angeles this week, Helloworld have some great specials to LA coming up to give you a taste of all-American action! Offers are available until this Saturday and travel is between July and September this year. Return flights are from as little as $1199, with specials on flights to Los Angeles, Dallas and New York. Spend the Australian winter soaking up some summer rays is the USA! If you prefer the subtle sophistication of Europe Helloworld can take you to London, Paris and Rome if you book by the 4th March. Experience the Irish charm and kiss the Blarney stone when you arrive in Dublin via your Emirates flight, another great special. Helloworld, owned by Nicole Fallon, has a team of experienced advisors that specialise in picking the best destinations and deals for you. Call in today and see the team on Summer Street, Orange.
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OUR Gal Melva Grant How long have you lived in Canowindra? 89 years, I was born here. Where did you/do you work? I worked at Rosemary Café for 2 years after school then at Bests which was where the IGA is now. I’ve also worked for forty odd years for the Red Cross and the Catholic Women’s Group helping other people. What are your hobbies? I love gardening. How do you start your day? I get Danny off to work and Jack off to school! What is your worst habit? Screaming ‘pick up your clothes!’ How do you like your coffee? I love coffee, my favourite is a latte at Tommys. Who would you like to have dinner with? The people I have a lot of time for are Dr O’Ryan and Dr Kumar, I think they’re wonderful. Where is your favourite place in the world? Canowindra, the people who work in the main street are marvellous to elderly people. They have a lot of respect for people my age.
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COMPUTER Bytes Is your not so old computer getting slow? Maybe it needs a service but often the slowness is caused by the PC not being shut down regularly. Windows 7 and Windows 8 are often programmed to sleep when you hit the power button so change the setting. PC’s that often sleep instead of restarting slow down and become unreliable. Laptops in particular do this and if it sleeps and you move it then it’s possible to damage the hard disk. By Chris Gregory
In a previous Green Thumbs column I had briefly mentioned some lovely autumn flowering bulbs (nerine and crocus) which I’m already starting to see a few flowers of in gardens around the central tablelands. In this column I want to cover some of the spring flowering bulbs, for which there are lots of catalogues around at the moment, and for which keen gardeners will be beginning to plan for planting. There is an almost endless range of cultivars of anemones, daffodils, Dutch iris, freesias, hyacinths, ranunculus and tulips to choose from. The ones that put on the best show in my garden are daffodils, Dutch iris and tulips and a few of my favourite cultivars are: Daffodils- fortune (yellow with a frilly orange cup); ice follies (creamy white); geranium (cluster form, white with orange-red cup); manly (double form, white with orange centres) Dutch Iris- blue magic (purple-blue); Casablanca (white with yellow tongue); paris (dark blue) Tulips- queen of the night (dark purple/ black); flaming parrot (large ruffled yellow petals with red edges); claudia ( purple with white edges); ile de france ( red); Barcelona (fuchsia purple). Plant these types of bulbs in sunny spots in the garden or in pots in April/May. Mulch and fertilise with a complete fertilizer as the leaves begin to emerge in spring. After flowering finishes you can remove the spent flower heads but it is best to leave the leaves in place until they yellow or begin to die back (they are putting the nutrients and energy into next year’s bulbs in the ground). I tend to leave bulbs in the ground for several years, where they will multiply each spring/ summer growing period. Lifting and separating bulbs (particularly tulips) is worthwhile if you want to spread them in other parts of the garden or if you feel they are getting overcrowded in their existing location. By Ian Rogan Millthorpe Garden Nursery
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WHAT’S On 26 Feb
Canowindra CWA Meeting @ CWA Hall 6:30pm for 7pm start.
27 Feb
Canowindra Food Basket @ Uniting Church Hall 9.30am -12pm.
28 Feb
Canowindra Junior Rugby League 2015 Registration Day @ Canowindra Pool 11am-1pm.
28 Feb -1 Mar
Orange Colour City Running Festival. For more information visit www.orangecolourcityrunningfestival.com.au
3 Mar
Canowindra Historical Society AGM @ The Historical Museum. Starts 10am.
3 Mar
Financial advice seminar @ The Old Vic Inn. 5:30pm. RSVP essential. Phone 6361 5200.
5 Mar
Meet Country Labor Candidate Bernard Fitzsimon @ Canowindra Ex Services Club. Bernard is holding an information session from 6:30pm- 8:30pm. For more information contact Bernard on 0432 324 961.
5 Mar
International Women’s Day Luncheon @ Canowindra Bowling Club. $35 p/head. $5 from every ticket goes to Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia.
6 Mar
Canowindra Food Basket @ Uniting Church Hall 9.30am -12pm.
6-7 Mar
Canowindra Team Penning @ Canowindra Showground. Come down & watch on Friday & Saturday afternoon/evening.
7 Mar
Twilight Harvest in the Park @ Brougham Park, Cowra. Gourmet markets & a variety of stall, from 3-8pm. For more information call 6342 4333.
7 Mar
Canowindra 100 Mile Dinner. Gaskill St, Canowindra.
7 Mar
Royal Hotel Gourmet 3 Course Meal. For more information call 6344 1201.
7 Mar
Old Vic Inn 5 Course Balcony Dinner. For more information call 6344 1009.
12 Mar
Women’s Health Clinic @ Woodstock CWA Hall. 9am-3pm, for more information call 6340 2356.
13 Mar
“Sunnyvale” Clearing Sale @ 10am. For more information call Pat Cleary on 0408 317 786.
14 Mar
Super Trivia Night @ Canowindra Services club. Team Canowindra is running a fundraiser for “The Weekend to End Women’s Cancer”. $10 p/head, tickets available at Billy Paul’s Carpet Centre & Canowindra Pool.
14 Mar
Taste of Autumn Dinner @ Eat Your Greens. For more information call 0428 595 259.
15 Mar
SAVE THE DATE! Millamolong Polo Family Fun Day @ Millamolong Polo Club.
21 Mar
SAVE THE DATE! Flickerfest @ Rosnay.
Girls weekend away before the big day for Taryn Ashton, congratulations!
Happy birthday to Kate Beath who celebrated her 21st over the weekend.
Sam OMalveney Jordan Clyburn and Tom Clyburn at Stix’s Memorial Golf Day at the weekend.
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Thursday 5th March 12pm at the Canowindra Bowling Club Guest Speakers: Ailsa Pottie, Dr Hamlin’s sister and Tamara James from Pulse HR $35 per person - 2 course luncheon catered by Kylie Lawrence $5 of each ticket sold goes to Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia Call The Phoenix to book on 6344 1846 Bookings Essential
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PulseHR: Supporting Women In The Workforce PulseHR founder, Tamara James, grew up where there were no limitations for what she could achieve in life, no matter her gender or locality. ‘Hard work and dreaming big goes a long way to succeeding in life’ is her personal motto. In 2010 Tamara, now a mother and wife, found herself moving back to live in rural NSW and starting a workforce consultancy business; hard work and dreaming big were still very much at the forefront of her mind. Women, education & employment are personal interest areas for Tamara with virtually all employees at PulseHR mums with young children. PulseHR takes pride in being able to offer employment that allows staff to put their family first, enabling work & parenting to exist without a great deal of stress. Workplace flexibility is increasingly becoming an area employers are seeking advice from PulseHR on in how to achieve workplace flexibility and foster productivity. PulseHR in conjunction with the Orange Business Chamber are currently delivering a Girl’s in Trades project support by Women NSW. The project is solely focussed on strengthening relationships between nontraditional trade employers and young ladies looking to complete their year 10 work experience or young female job seekers wish-
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Bella caught this lovely 35cm Bream in St Georges Basin, NSW. She out fished her mummy, daddy and big brother Thomas when they went out fishing in the Basin using only a frozen packet of prawns for bait.
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The Anglican and Uniting Churches of Canowindra and surrounding districts.
Thursday 5 March 10am Morning Worship at Peace Memorial Uniting Church
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ing to try a trade. There has been a fantastic response so far from employers and PulseHR are keen to hear from more young ladies before the project wraps up in April 2015. You can contact the team on 1300 362366. Tamara will be a guest speaker at our International Women’s Day Luncheon on 5th March at the Canowindra Bowling Club. If you would like to come and listen to her speak tickets can be purchased from the Phoenix Office or by booking on 6344 1846.
Community Notices
8am St Matthew’s Anglican Church Woodstock 9.30am All Saints’ Anglican Church Canowindra 11.15am Cranbury Community Uniting Church 4pm St Matthew’s Anglican Church Eugowra
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FOR SALE... Calling Cattle Breeders Substantial quantity of railway line and heavy duty 2” pipe, plus 3ml wstrap. All very suitable to build a large set of cattle yards. Call Rob 0428 678 707
GARAGE SALE Sat 28th Feb from 8am. 47 Ryall Street, Canowindra. Furniture, microwave, household effects. Something for everyone! FOR SALE 1990 Model Ford Falcon Station Wagon,4 new tyres, 1 month rego $500 Call 0428 340 981 FOR SALE Fishing kayak, 3 compartments + 1 waterproof compartment, seat paddle + paddle leash $600. Call 0428 340 981 WANTED Agistment- land for lease close to Canowindra phone 0439 029 204 for more details.
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Canowindra Sport Women’s Golf
Last Wednesday saw the first day of the golf season kick off with the Open Day. 29 players competed in the 18 hole competition, 1 caddy/ lunch buddy and 3 nine hole players. Ladies travelled from Wellington, Forbes, Yeoval, Molong, Duntry League, Orange ExServices, Wentworth and Cowra. We had 2 Divisions for the day. Division 1: Scratch winner - Denise Haesler 87 Wellington; R/U Chris Dolbel 93 Cowra. Handicap Winner - Eileen Wilson 71 Net, R/U Helen Kemper 74 Net :Both Canowindra. Stableford Winner–Julie Fairley 32pts Canowindra on a countback from Beryl Pearce Duntry League. Division 2: Scratch winner – Pauline Jani 92 Duntry league; R/U June Stanbrook 101 Yoeval. Handicap winner – Barbara Wright Net 70 Molong; R/U Jenny Kain Net 71 Forbes Stableford Winner – Teresa Armitage 36pts Forbes. Novelty events – Nearest the Pin Div 1 Denise Haesler, Div 2 Val Lynch, who were very close to the pin, 9 Hole Gloria Coughlan. The raffle was won by Barbara Wright, the ball sweep reimbursed a few ladies who had lost theirs in lake Edna & the fifth damn trap. Thanks to John who had the course in excellent condition, it is a credit to the club. Thanks must also go to those involved in the upgrade of the course toilet facilities. A beautiful lunch was enjoyed by all. Thanks to all the ladies involved in setting up, preparing & supplying the meal & the clean-up, your efforts made for a successful day. Congratulations to Captain Fozzy, you stressed for no reason...the field ran very smoothly! Wed 25th Feb will be a Stroke choice 9 & it’s the start of the first Eclectic, the following Wednesday will be a Par Event. Tee off time 8.30am.
Men’s Golf
On Sunday 22nd February the event was a medal stroke. Winner on the day was Des Fisher with a fantastic score of a nett 64. Runner up on a count back was Rodney Marr with a good score of nett 65. Mark Wren was beat on a count back. Thanks to Barry Rue for sponsoring the day. Just a quick reminder that the presentation night is next Friday 27th at 6.30 pm and the AGM is next Sunday 1st March at 9.30 am. No golf until the AGM is over. Upcoming events: 1/3 18 hole stroke sponsor Ned Grant.
PHOENIX Competitions 7/3 3 person ambrose Gary Carpenter Memorial Day sponsor Carpenter family. 8/3 multiple stableford. 14/3 Canadian mixed foursomes. 15/3 Extreme pin day sponsor Doug Flannery.
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Men’s Bowls
Duncan and Kenny travelled to Gooloogong for the Presidents Pairs this week and lost in the first round. Teddy and PJ won their first round and we’re sure Teddy would have carried PJ through to next week’s semis (good luck!) The singles championships will be starting soon. Friday night bowls had a good turn-out, including Rifty and Walker’s marinated onions for just $2. Perhaps you should be two new contestants on My Kitchen Rules boys? The bowls were won by Phil Sargent, Jenny Middleton and first time bowler Terry. This Friday night bowls 6 for 6.30 with a sausage sizzle. An engagement party was held on Saturday night for Chris and Amy, congratulations to you both and best wishes for the future. The Chinese restaurant will be closed Wednesday, Thursday & Friday... sorry for any inconvenience. Please check with the Club about events on over the weekend, the reporters have been very slack!
2 X Family Passes to the John Davis Volvo Polo Carnival at Millamolong Polo Club on Sunday 15th March. 2015 will see Millamolong Polo Club celebrate its 25th Birthday.Come and celebrate with us on the family fun day where the kids can enjoy pony rides, face painting and more. To enter simply fill out this form and drop it in to the Phoenix Office (65 Gaskill Street) or enter online via the Phoenix website.
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Women’s Bowls
Results of two matches played on Tuesday 24th February. MAJOR SINGLES – 2nd round Jenny Middleton defeated Sheryn O’Malveney 25-19. Diane Slattery defeated Libby Balcombe 25-18. Thanks to the markers Sandy McDonald & Jill Messenger. There were two social games played one pairs and one triples. Shirley Robson & Ellen Petty defeated Karen Cox & Deanna Noble 21-15. Radka Tatterson & Maureen Baillie defeated Bobbie Turner, Betty Jenkins & Dianne Mooney 21-14. Radka played lead and second. The Lucky Draw was won by Bobbie Turner with No. 5. The No. 4 Lilac Pennant team were defeated by Cowra with an aggregate of 43-33. Colleen Crump’s team won and Heather Hoad’s team were beaten, Canowindra scoring 1 point and Cowra 4 points. Next Tuesday 3rd March the No. 4 Amethyst team play Parkes Railway Diggers at home and the No. 4 Lilac team have a bye. Best wishes and good bowling to our No. 4 Pennant teams.
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Your chance to win 2 x tickets to see the film shorts at Rosnay for the Flickerfest event on the 21st March! To enter simply fill out this form and drop it in to the Phoenix Office (65 Gaskill Street) or enter online via the Phoenix website. Note: tickets do not include dinner, to book dinner call1300 767 629.
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