Canowindra Phoenix Issue 366

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Thursday 29 October 2015

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IMAGE: Tommy Jeffs knows how to throw a party!

Birthday Blast for Old and New Canowindra’s social event of the year – Tommy Jeffs’ birthday party and the official opening of Montrose House – was a huge success on Saturday night with 160 people coming through the doors.

Tommy pulled out all the stops with a generous offering of food, and drinks flowing all night. Shane Kerr from Cowra entertained the crowd with acoustic jams that had the party rocking and guests admired the interior design and landscaping work that has been carried out on the property over the last six weeks.

“It was a sensational night, as expected,” Tommy said on Monday. “Canowindra stepped up and partied like they’re famous for.”

A diverse mixture of people attended the night, with all ages from 20 year olds to those in their 90s and an interesting blend of

religions in what Tommy described as “the perfect launch for Montrose House”.

“I wanted to create a great atmosphere on Saturday night and with the people of Canowindra, it’s just an easy call,” said Tommy.

The transformation of the old gallery into the new Montrose House at Riverbank created a whirlwind of activity in Gaskill Street with Tommy using all local tradesmen and resources to get the job done. Although the job took six weeks, this overhaul was a big job and happened in an incredibly short time.

Montrose House is a wonderful new addition to Canowindra’s dining out scene with Tommy announcing he will soon be doing dining on Monday and Tuesday evenings to meet a demand in the local market.

Bookings will be essential.

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LETTERS Dear Editor, Why is it so surprising that Cabonne Council has been found unfit for the future, when those who live in the Shire would already know it’s not even fit for the present, based on its performance through it’s past.

We’ve seen the result of poor planning, where drains are not flushed, resulting in a flooded town. We could believe the works engineer hasn’t even got a notebook to monitor work in progress, when we look at

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the non-completion of roadworks and kerbing near the Country Link bus stop, while ad hoc work continues through the shire.

Why did the Cabonne Shire decide to repair only part of the road from the Moorbel turn-off to the Shire boundary instead of doing the remaining few hundred yards?

Why did the Shire approve an industrial estate in Canowindra, with no connection to water or sewerage?

The road from Canowindra to Eugowra would have to be the worst public road those who use it are condemned to, even though it is RTA support funded. Managed

by Cabonne Shire! Why should Cabonne Shire continue to exist when it appears to have no strategic plan?

I firmly agree with those who say Canowindra should not be part of the Orange Municipality. Canowindra should be part of Cowra Shire, but Cowra doesn’t want it because of the disrepair liability of its infrastructure. Forbes Shire doesn’t want Eugowra for the same reason.

It is a fact that Councillors have no real impact as the day to day management of local government is undertaken by its staff.

A regional administrator would be a significant improvement on the current situation.

You cannot hope to make improvements or progress while trying to maintain to the status quo.

Stephen Tamplin

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The NSW Education Department currently has the Festival of Choral Music on at the Sydney Opera House this Tuesday and Wednesday. We have one of our local girls, Danae Kelly (Daughter of Nancy Gregory) singing over the two nights. Danae has performed in the Sydney Opera House for three years running now and really enjoys the opportunity to show of her singing talent.

It is such a wonderful opportunity to be involved in such a wonderful event and Danae revels in the moment and gets to spend time practicing and meeting people with similar talent before the big night. Danae’s mum is extremely proud of her involvement in the festival and has noticed how helpful such an event is in building up her confidence and singing skills.

Danae attends Cowra High School, currently year 10, with a desire to study music next year for the Higher School Certificate.

It is great to have someone willing to learn and share her love of music and song with us and no doubt the school is proud of her as well.

Website:https://www.artsunit.nsw.edu.au/ music/music-festivals/festival-choral-music

By Chris Gregory

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IMAGE: Canowindra's Danae Kelly has sung at the Sydney Opera House before.

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THUMBS UP To Dr Nick for all the good work he does for the town.

THUMBS DOWN To the people who were letting off firecrackers around 10pm on Monday night in a residential area.

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To Daryl and his crew for picking up the boxes and rubbish

in the main street. It’s something that no other town does and it’s such a great thing which is appreciated by all the businesses in town. Thanks for keeping the streets clean!

THUMBS UP To Flickerfest! Great movies, great food, great wine and great company is what makes this such a great event.

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SNIPPETS... beginning of 2016.

Get creative for Christmas with the Triple C at the CWA Rooms on Monday 2 November between 10:30am and 12pm with the focus craft being “Anything Christmas”.

Christmas is just around the corner so why not make something special for your family and friends this year? Create your own Nativity scene, Christmas decorations and much more. Enjoy a cuppa and spend a few creative hours with great people! For more information call Deb Rutter on 6344 2490.

IMAGE: Baby Luke is the first grandson of Canowindra’s Steve and Leanne Thompson.

Stork News! Welcome to the world Luke Frank Thompson who was born 22 October. Luke is the first child of Craig and Ellen Thompson of Canberra. The proud grandparents are Steve and Leanne Thompson of Canowindra, Gareth Bayliss of Queensland and Julie Steedman of Bathurst.

Congratulations to Danny Crooks – the winner of the Light the Night 100 Club last week! More raffles and chances to win can be found outside IGA on Friday mornings leading up to Light the Night, which will be held Saturday 7 November at Tom Clyburn Oval in support of the Leukaemia Foundation. Don’t forget to order your lantern!

Young people will benefit from reforms to the way families are tested in regards to youth income support payments. The family assets test and the family actual means test will be removed, enabling more regional and rural students to qualify for Youth Allowance. “A family’s assets don’t always represent their financial situation correctly,” said Federal Member for Calare John Cobb. “There are a lot of costs associated with going to university.” Around 1,200 more young people will be receiving Youth Allowance for the first time. These changes are set to come into effect in the

Tommy is starting a new club in Canowindra called The First Wives Club. There’s only one important thing – you have to be a widow. This will be an interesting culture club with lots of fun to be had. Watch this space for more information!

30 postie bikes came through Canowindra last week as part of the Late Mail bike ride.

The ride, which is organised by John Gorman, is done each year in a different part of the state will all riders on old postie bikes.

The ride raises money for Little Wings, a charity that flies children and their families from regional NSW to Sydney for medical treatment. This year the ride started at Gulgong and finished in Mudgee. “Canowindra has been generous with many donations given by local businesses,” said John.

IMAGE: The Late Mail charity ride came through Canowindra last week raising money for Little Wings.

IMAGE: Cr Kevin Walker, Deputy Chairman and Cr David Somervaille, Chairman of Central Tableands Water County Council.

Cr David Somervaille and Cr Kevin Walker have been re-elected unopposed as Chairman and Deputy Chairman of Central Tablelands Water respectively. The meeting was held in Blayney on 21 October with both men now serving their second terms in the positions.

Only a few days left to apply to participate in the Government’s new Nanny Pilot Program which will make an additional form of subsidised care available to families.

Families are eligible for the Nanny Pilot Program if they earn less than $250,000, and the parent(s) work, train or study at least eight hours a fortnight. Applications for families close on Friday 30 October. For more information, call 1800 249 873 during business hours.

Canowindra’s Public and High schools will have more Gonski funding in 2016 in a bid to support public school students who really need it. The combined increase of $14,000 on last year’s funding is a positive investment from the NSW Government.

“The reason I like Gonski funding so much is that rural and remote schools are the biggest winners,” said Andrew Gee, Member for Orange.

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Return of Ruby Red

IMAGE: Uma and Dr Kumar are both sad and excited about moving to Sydney.

Canowindra to Farewell Dr Kumar

Next month, Canowindra’s much-loved Dr Arcot Kumar will farewell our town as he relocates to Sydney’s northern suburbs.

Dr Kumar and his wife Uma first came to Canowindra shortly after they were married.

After 43 years living and working here, the Kumars decided to relocate after Dr Kumar’s retirement from his Canowindra medical practice so they could spend more time with their three children, daughter in law and little granddaughter.

“We will both miss Canowindra, especially all our beautiful friends,” said Dr Kumar. “We are however excited to be with our family and watch our granddaughter grow.”

Aside from being a family doctor in the town for a few decades, Dr Kumar has been an enthusiastic and involved community member, acting as both President and Secretary of the Lion’s Club.

Dr Kumar was also awarded an OAM for his community contributions in Canowindra so there is no doubt he is a figure the town will miss.

“We used to deliver babies here, up until

1985. I still remember them and I watched them grow up. You get to know two or three generations and you’re with them for the sad times and the happy times. That’s been the best part,” Dr Kumar said.

The Kumars will keep their farm here and will make regular visits back to Canowindra to keep an eye on that as well as to visit their friends. They will be selling their beautiful home in Canowindra.

“We won’t be disconnecting from Canowindra,” said Dr Kumar.

“It’s really great the Canowindra community also looked after me. It goes both ways – family, support and friendship is what it’s about.”

To give everyone in town the chance to wish Dr Kumar and his wife good luck on their new adventure, a farewell function will be held at the Canowindra Services Club on Friday 6 November from 7pm. Cost for the meal is $20 - includes a 2 course meal.

RSVP by Friday 30 October to Gillian Stone on 6344 2661.

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Donna Beath originally opened her store in Gaskill Street in 2008, just a few doors along from where she is now located. Since then, Donna has had a couple of location changes and is now back in the main street, opposite Finns Store.

Always called Ruby Red Dress Recycled, Donna caters to those ladies wanting something a little bit different. She has interesting, individual pieces in beautiful fabrics at affordable prices and the best part is everything you find in Ruby Red is pre-loved and recycled.

Wherever she is, Donna is always shopping – what a great life! Donna visits every op shop, every garage sale and recently visited Ballina, Byron Bay, Canberra, Wollongong and Newcastle.

“It is a lot of fun and now that most of my children have finished school I have the time to devote to it and it makes it all worthwhile,” said Donna.

Ruby Red Dress Recycled is open from Friday to Sunday between 10am and 4pm.

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IMAGE: Visit Donna at Ruby Red to find something a little bit different for your summer wardrobe.

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Horses will be announced 2nd November. A random draw will be conducted at the Phoenix and a horse will be allocated to each participant.

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Molong..More Than You Could Imagine If you haven’t visited Molong yet, you’re missing out. This picturesque little town situated in the Macquarie Ranges about 65km north of Canowindra is home to many fine 19th Century buildings that express old world charm.

Molong is the heart of Cabonne; a thriving town in the centre of a rich farming district and a landmark location to discover the local history and culture that makes this region so enchanting.

Molong was named for a Wiradjuri word meaning “place of many rocks” and is a location that will transport you back in time the moment you roll into town. First occupied by European settlers in the 1820s, Molong is a go-to place for any history buffs.

Over at Molong RSL, a local enthusiasm for history is carried over into the 20th Century with a portrait gallery honouring men and women who represented the Australian armed forces in the Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korea and Vietnam. The fifty seven portraits that make up the unique art collection were painted by Anne Marie Ingham who hoped the works would enhance public awareness of the efforts of these brave individuals.

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with what they’ve got to offer! A huge range of T2 teas to satisfy the tea drinkers, charming Meeraboo Soy Candles from Canowindra and a variety of Australian-made goods are just some of the amazing products you could find shopping at Home Décor No. 22.

After you’ve worked up a thirst shopping, head over to Freemasons Hotel for a cold drink and a meal at the bistro which is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Sunday nights are a favourite at the Freemasons Hotel when they host a Design Your Own Pizza night with delivery available.

There is a fabulous 88 seat courtyard with a band deck and outside bar, as well as a 40 seat al-a-carte Accolades Restaurant, open Wednesday to Saturday 6pm to 9pm.

Don’t forget to stop in at Molong Korner Store on your way back through town where old-fashioned service is not just a thing of the past! Leanne and Paul Kinsella are now in their ninth year of business and it’s not hard to work out why with beautiful home-made kebabs and Dippin Dots Ice Cream. They are open Christmas Day and Good Friday, with ring ahead orders available for truck drivers.

Like what you see? If a trip to Molong piques your interest into property, visit Molong Real Estate where the staff have a passion for the Molong district, its history and its people. As specialists in property management, Molong Real Estate handles residential and rural sales, auctions and market appraisals. Their friendly, professional team will be more than happy to help you out.

Rather build? Check out Minna-Murra Building Supplies who have been providing this service to the village since 2007.

They will help you out with their competitive prices and wealth of knowledge and experience in the hardware and building industry to supply you with the service and goods you need to complete your next project.

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Just a short drive from home, Molong is a great place to spend a day away.

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MON $30 voucher & Members Badge Draw 6pm WED Bingo 12noon-3pm FRI Market Night & Members Badge Draw: tickets on sale from 7pm.

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Shine Bright and Light the Night for Cancer Canowindra’s Light the Night event is now in its second year and the organising committee, spearheaded by the formidable Collen Traves, are getting excited to see the outcome of a few months of hard work.

Colleen, who was diagnosed with lymphoma and wanted to take action, was inspired by the Light the Night happening in Orange and decided to bring the event to Canowindra.

“I wanted to do something for cancer and so I asked to create a walk in Canowindra. I had the go-ahead as long as I didn’t over-do it because I was quite sick at the time.”

While trying to stay optimistic, Colleen had no idea the event would turn out to be such a success or raise so much money for the Leukaemia Foundation.

“It was such a success last year so we’re continuing on. Last year I didn’t know what to expect and I didn’t expect it to be so big,” Colleen said.

“Last year we only had six weeks to do it and we raised $11,000. We only had three people on the committee then; now we have ten.”

The 2015 Light the Night campaign started in early August with Colleen, Maddi and others on the committee sitting outside IGA in Gaskill Street selling tickets to the 100 Club.

IMAGE: Maddi Kelly and Colleen Traves are anticipating this year’s Light the Night event to raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation.

“We have received donations from local businesses too which are very much appreciated,” Colleen said.

This year, Light the Night will be held on Saturday 7 November at Tom Clyburn Oval. The Lion’s Club will be putting on a barbeque and there will be heaps for the kids to do with a jumping castle, face-painting and a lolly guessing game.

There will be 14 stalls at the Twilight Market with plenty of food, drinks, and garden

and craft items on offer. The evening’s entertainment includes talented dancers from Alikinetic Dance and a line-up of local musicians as well as rumours of a balloon glow, weather permitting.

There are plenty of prizes to be won across three raffles and donation tins will be available on the day. This is a free event with all money going to the Leukaemia Foundation.

The insanity of this piece of information dissuaded me from going further into the IPART structure.

The very body that is examining the amalgamation proposition is the “fox in the henhouse”.

Where IPART has determined through some convoluted means that a 2.4% rate increase cap applies, it does not differentiate how the cost of materials and services for Bourke is the same overall as it is for Bowral or Byron Bay. In that case, their compensatory rate base analysis is wrong.

Then we have the breathtaking calculation that somehow councils are able to be “productive” when a major source of funds is the rate base.

Sure, some other money is raised by bank interest, by Council conducting special events, from property rentals, licensing and fees for service.

So to wipe a further 1.6% from rate increase income, then erode that further by 1.25% arriving at a nearly 3% erosion to any Council considered rate increase for that year is the task of IPART. When looking to the Council financials of September 2014 where a rate income of $11,989,000 was declared, applying

the IPART calculation means that a rate increase of $287,736 was allowed to be collected when at their first calculation it could have been $296,139. In other words, about $8,400 lower.

You might say that is a small sum in the totality of things, but the real point is the behaviour of IPART. IPART has created a self-prophesising situation where, by its amalgamation criteria, it has set up Cabonne (in your case) for a fall by removing that amount of income, which IPART said in the first instance Council required to survive and prevent forced amalgamation.

Council now must factor this money into borrowings, or raise it by lifting fees for other services.

State politicians hide behind IPART and local Council takes a beating.

By Rosi Broom

LETTERS Dear Editor, On reading in the Phoenix Issue 365 about the IPART report on Council amalgamations being published, I decided to look more closely at IPART. ‘ Their home page led me to Rate Peg at www.ipart.nsw.gov.au/Home/Industries/Local_Govgt/Rate_Peg to lift from it the quoted text below: The rate peg is mainly based on the Local Government Cost Index (LGCI), which measures price changes over the past year for goods, materials and labour used by an average council.

We deduct a productivity factor from the LGCI to strike a balance between ensuring that councils can meet the increased costs of delivering services resulting from price changes, and ensuring that councils share productivity gains with ratepayers.

We calculated the rate peg for 2015/16 by: •

Taking the increase in the LGCI for the year to September 2014 of 2.47%

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Deducting a productivity factor of 0.04%

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This resulted in a rate peg of 2.43% which we rounded to 2.4% for 2015/16

Regards Bob Sherwood Perth Western Australia Malicious or defamatory submissions will not be accepted. The opinions and views of readers submitting Letters to the Editor are not necessarily the views of the staff and Management of The Canowindra Phoenix.

To submit a Letter ot the Editor email us at editor@canowindraphoenix.com.au or mail us at PO Box 251 Canowindra 2804.

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Cabonne Community Transport in conjunction with Canowindra Taxi Service and funded by Transport for NSW will be trialling a weekly run from certain points around Canowindra into the township of Canowindra.

This transport will be for transport disadvantaged residents of Canowindra to get into town who cannot do so due to no vehicle or being unable to drive.

The cost will be $5 for the return trip only during these times.

Designated pickup points and times 9.00am Whiley’s shop, South Canowindra 9.05am Cnr Winton and Newton Streets,

South Canowindra 9.10am Cnr Clyburn and Gaskill Streets 9.12am Cnr Gaskill and Tilga Streets 9.15am Canowindra Bowling Club 9.20am Canowindra Golf Club 9.25am Cnr Charlotte and Tilga Streets Designated Pickup for return trip 11.30am Canowindra Post office This will trial for the month of November, dates listed below: Wednesday, 4th November 2015 Wednesday, 11th November 2015 Wednesday, 18th November 2015 Wednesday, 25th November 2015 Community support for the service may determine whether it will continue. If service is not supported it will be discontinued.

For further information please contact Cabonne Council’s Community Transport Coordinator on 1300 302 446.

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Mark Gardner How long have you lived in Canowindra? 8 years. I moved here in 2007 from Sydney.

What is your favourite thing about Canowindra? The people are friendly.

What do you do for work? I drive a platform supply vessel – an 80 metre oil and gas ship taking supplies to oil and gas rigs from Western Australia working 5 weeks on and 5 weeks off. At home I look after Eddy’s of Canowindra.

What do you love about your job? Driving a ship is exciting and the food is excellent.

What kind of music do you listen to on the bridge? We just put someone’s iPod on shuffle.

Why did you decide to take on Eddy’s?

The people at Age of Fishes were looking for accommodation for school groups – something other than a hotel.

Do you have any hobbies outside work?

Cycling and bushwalking.

Where is your favourite place in the world? Venice is at the top of my list – it’s surrounded by water and they have good Italian food.

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IMAGE: When not on the water, Mark looks after Eddy’s of Canowindra.

COMPUTER Bytes Windows 10 is certainly taking off and a lot of people are taking advantage of it.

Compared to Windows 8 or 8.1, it’s a huge improvement. But if you’re happy with Windows 7 you can skip updating it as it is still good. If you are unsure of whether it’s right for you or need help just ask me. Once installed you can play with it for 30 days and if not impressed it’s easy to go back to what you had before.

There is only a week left before the Canowindra Garden Club hold their Garden Expo at “Gayton”, the beautiful and tranquil garden of Anne and Mark Ward.

The Saturday event will feature market stalls with Perennialle Plants, Eureka Plants, Majors Mulch and Quandialla Candle Company.

Horticulturalist and media identity Elizabeth Swane will be a guest speaker at the Expo. As a member of one of Australia’s best-known rose-growing families, Elizabeth brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience to share.

Beginning as a nursery apprentice, Elizabeth has worked in all areas of the nursery, from propagation to productions, retail and wholesale sales, as well as 14 years on Sydney gardening talk back radio 702 Weekends with Simon Marnie.

Using the living examples found at “Gayton”, Elizabeth will discuss perfect partners – roses and perennials. She believes a handson passion for practical gardening and a cheerful “have a go” philosophy go a long way to making anyone a good gardener.

The second guest speaker at the Garden Expo will be Sally Bourne of Sally Bourne Landscapes, a local business which has been in operation for more than twenty years.

Sally leapt into the industry, gaining her Structural Landscape License and worked on commercial and residential developments, schools and play spaces, private gardens, and public open spaces for local government around Sydney’s Upper North Shore and Northern Beaches.

Sally’s living portfolio throughout the Central West includes countless small and large scale private landscapes including Parkes Rotary Arboretum Park, the main street roundabouts in Grenfell, Canowindra Public School and the new Fitness Path project.

Sally will speak about the basics of garden design – breaking a site into zones/functions, identifying climate, good soil preparation, planting times, maintenance tips and much more.

The Garden Expo will take place on Saturday 7 November from 1:30pm to 4:30pm.

Entry is $12 and includes a delicious Devonshire Tea. All proceeds from the event go towards local groups including Raising a Roof for the Read Triplets and Canowindra Garden Club projects. For catering purposes, please RSVP to Anne Ward on 6344 3262.

IMAGE: Elizabeth Swane will be the guest speaker at the upcoming Garden Expo.

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IMAGE: Tommy Jeffs and Dot Cain at Tommy’s Birthday Party on Saturday night.

IMAGE: Tony, Ian and Craig - The Table of Knowledge at Tommy Jeffs’ Birthday.

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WHAT’S On 16 Oct– 1 Nov

Orange Wine Festival: 17 days of events, dinners and markets showcasing the region’s wines and food and their makers. For more information and bookings visit www.orangewinefestival.com.au

30 Oct

Canowindra Food Basket every Friday @ United Church Hall 9.30am-12pm.

30 Oct

Ray White Rural Auction Day: visit www.raywhiteruralforbes.com.au or call 6851 1911 for more information.

31 Oct4 Nov

Boomerang March: For more information or register your interest as a member visit http://cooeemarch.org.au/boomerangs/

31 Oct

Harvest in the Park Markets: Brougham Park Cowra. 9am – 2pm.

31 Oct

Windowrie Long Lunch with Neila: 12:30pm @ Windowrie Homestead & gardens. Limited places available. $120 p/head. Book online at www.windowrie.com.au

31 Oct

Flickerfest Best of Comedy Short Films: Rosnay Vineyard Rivers Rd Canowindra. Pizza from 5.30pm, Films from 8pm – 10.30pm. Call 0428 667 317 for pizza orders by 28th October.

3 Nov

Melbourne Cup Ladies Lunch: from 11.30am at Montrose House. $50 per head, all inclusive. Limited tickets available from the Deli or phone Tommy on 6344 1006.

3 Nov

Melbourne Cup Lunch at Molong RSL: $20 buffet finger food from 12noon to 3pm.

6 Nov

Dr & Mrs Kumar’s Farewell: 7pm at Canowindra Services Club. $20 for 2 course meal. RSVP to Gillian Stone on 63442661 by Friday 30th October.

6 Nov

Wizard of Oz at Cowra Civic Centre: Tickets available from 26th October by calling Richard on 0497 388 827.

7 Nov

Canowindra Garden Club Garden Expo: 1.30pm – 4.30pm. “Gayton” Rivers Rd Canowindra. $12 entry includes Devonshire Tea.

7 Nov

Moorbel Hall Markets: 8am – 12pm. Moorbel Hall

7 Nov

Light the Night @ Tom Clyburn Oval

15 Nov

Blayney Farmers Markets: Carrington Park 8.30am – 12.30pm.

18 Nov

Canowindra Business Chamber Meeting: 7pm at Canowindra Community Bowls and Recreation Club.

28 Nov

Salvos Toy Run: Starting at Molong Pool Carpark at 9.30pm and ending at Molong RSL 11.30am – 12noon. Molong Toy afternoon to follow. Tickets on sale at 1pm and drawn at 2pm with jumping castle and live music. Call the club for more information on 6366 8105.

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IMAGE: Rev Jono was installed as Canon on Friday 18 September at Bathurst Cathedral.

A New Title For Our Rev Canowindra’s Reverend Jono has been recognised for his contributions in the church and the wider community with a new title – Canon – though he still prefers to be called “Jono”.

A Canon is someone who is given a position in the Cathedral of the Diocese and is noted as a position of leadership within.

“I was made a Canon as a result of being appointed Regional Ministry Coordinator (RMC) for the Cabonne Region,” Jono said.

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Jono has been ordained for 15 years and before that he was a youth minister for more than ten -years. He also has ecumenical experience within this parish, leading both the Anglican and Uniting churches. He also spent time as a jail chaplain and a juvenile justice chaplain working with troubled children.

“It’s both exciting and daunting,” he said.

“I now have a responsibility to report on behalf of eight or nine other parishes and the Hospital Chaplaincy in Orange. I’m also on

TRADES & SERVICES

Sunday 1 November ~ ALL SAINTS’ DAY Bring a flower or posy to place on the altar 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

Friday 6 November 9.30 - noon Foodbasket at Canowindra Uniting Church Hall

a number of decision making committees at a time when the church is going through an interesting change.”

“It was a difficult decision because I’ve never seen myself in that type of role; only ever as a parish priest.”

“I spoke to a number of people I consider wiser than myself and all of them said ‘of course!’, which surprised and humbled me.”

“I’m overwhelmed by the amount of people who have come up to me to shake my hand and say congratulations.”

“It’s always been a privilege to serve to the people of God wherever I have been and in this new capacity, it’s an even greater privilege.”

Jono also wanted to remind people that All Saints’ Day is an opportunity to offer a service of pastoral care to those who are going through the journey of grief.

“2015 has been a particularly difficult year for the people of Canowindra and the surrounding districts, so you may know someone who would benefit from the opportunity to acknowledge their grief and give thanks for those who have made an impact upon their lives.”

“We will do that by placing a flower or posy on the altar in memory and thanksgiving of the special people in our lives.

Please invite friends who may find one of these services helpful.”

All Saints’ Day is on Sunday 1 November. Services will be held in Woodstock, Canowindra, Cranbury and Eugowra.

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Canowindra Sport WOMEN’S BOWLS Our President Sheryn’s Topsy Turvey Pink Bowls Day was held on Tuesday 27th October with all the profits going to The Breast Cancer Foundation.

We had 14 teams compete in the event with teams coming from Cowra, CWD, Forbes, Parkes, Parkes Railway Diggers, Manildra, Orange Newstead and Orange City, as well as 5 teams from Canowindra.

The winners for the day were: “Lowest number of ends won” Joyce Middleton, Radka Tatterson, Ellen Petty & Sheryn O’Malveney, The Runner-ups were: “with the lowest losing score” Libby Balcombe, Deanna Noble, Moyna Rue & Jill Messenger.

The best dressed team in pink was Sandra Priest’s team from Forbes.

The Spider winners were: To Spider – Mavis Gray (Parkes) To Jack – Marg Ewer (Cowra) To President’s Bowl – Di Fliedner (Manildra) The winners of the raffle were: 1st – Sandra Priest 2nd – Allison Cutcliffe (Forbes) 3rd – Christine Pickard Individual Dress Up winner was Karen Cox. IMAGE: Jarrod Strange wants a wheelchair to utilise the new ramp at Canowindra Swimming Pool.

A Wheelchair for the Water The renovations to Canowindra Swimming Pool that were completed in 2013 saw the addition of a ramp entry to the pool and now manager Jarrod Strange wants to finish what was started with the purchase of a water wheelchair.

“Before the renovations we had an aqualift chair that was anchored into the ground and would lower the person into the pool using a hydraulic water system,” said Jarrod. “When the renovations were being done, the anchor was removed so we can’t use it anymore.”

“We asked Council to buy the wheelchair because the plan had been to put the ramp in and then get it, but they knocked it back.”

Jarrod and Lisa are hoping to purchase a $2,500 PVC wheelchair that can carry up to 200kg.

Local mother Kim Roberts has taken it upon herself to lead the charge to fundraise

$2,000 for the cause. Having taken to the popular crowdfunding website ‘Go Fund Me’ to ask for donations, Kim hopes that the town will get behind the cause.

“The chair isn’t only for people already in a wheelchair but for people with poor mobility,” Kim said. “There are a lot of people in town that would use the wheelchair and people with disabilities from other towns would also travel to use our pool because of the ramp, but without the wheelchair it can’t be used as intended.”

“It is disappointing that our Council won’t finish what is a fabulous pool makeover, but as a community we can pick up the slack and finish it off.”

Donations can be made online at www. gofundme.com/mc6nynpg or at the Canowindra Swimming Pool.

By Tracy Smith

Winners Ruby Fogg (Cowra) Di Fliedner (Manildra) Lyn Simmons (Forbes) Lucky Door Winners: Kim Evans (Parkes Railway Diggers) Bev Bundy (Cowra) Jean Roth Jan Waugh (Forbes) Everyone agreed it was a most enjoyable day.

Next Tuesday will be our Melbourne Cup Party, no bowls being played.

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