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Life In The Fast Lane

October will mark the end of an era as Charlie McCarron puts his iconic car collection up for auction. During the two-day sale some of Australia’s rarest Holden’s will go under the hammer at Canowindra Motors, which is sure to attract both national and international interest.

But Charlie didn’t start out in the motoring industry. By trade he was a farmer and excelled in all things agricultural, earning certificates for pig raising and Lucerne growing in 1950. Charlie went to school at Bangaroo in Cowra until the Japanese POWs broke out in 1944, leading to the school’s closure. Charlie then cycled to Billimari for his schooling, before attending Canowindra Central for three years, finishing top of his class in 1947. After school he went to work on the farm with his father and got involved in the junior farmer movement. “I was one of two Australian’s to go to America in 1954 for six months as part

of the International Farm Youth Exchange” said Charlie; “Whilst I was there I went to Detroit General Motors and also to the Henry Ford Museum where I saw the first and last T Model Fords in glass cases.

This sparked an interest in me and in later life was an inspiration to collect Holden cars.” Charlie didn’t come home straight away, travelling across the US before sailing to the UK for further adventure.

When he came home in 1955 he went to work with his brother in a Holden dealership and has been in the car industry ever since. “I’ve driven over 8,000 cars” says Charlie; “but I don’t have any favourites.”

Charlie also tried his hand at politics, serving for 6 years at Boree Council and one term for Cabonne, in which he kick started the beginnings of the Age of Fishes Museum. What’s next for Charlie? “I haven’t thought that far ahead yet, but I’ve still got plenty to do.”

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Dear Editor, On behalf of the Stroke Foundation I’d like to thank the thousands of Australians who helped take the pressure down this April by participating in Australia’s Biggest Blood Pressure Check.

During April, the Stroke Foundation aimed to deliver 50,000 free blood pressure checks around the country and raise vital awareness of the risks associated with stroke. With your support we exceeded this total, delivering more than 56,000 checks across the country.

Australia’s Biggest Blood Pressure Check is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about stroke and how they can reduce their own risk. I am confident that there are thousands of people in the community who are more informed and can take control of their health after the campaign. In fact, one in three of those who completed the stroke risk rating were found to be at urgent high risk and referred to their doctor for advice on how to lower their blood pressure, reduce their risk of stroke and improve their health.

With Australia’s Biggest Blood Pressure Check coming to a close it is vital we remember strokes don’t just happen one month of the year. Every ten minutes an Australian has a stroke. However, there are many things we can all do to help protect ourselves, like being aware of and managing our blood pressure, getting more active, maintaining a healthy diet, stopping smoking, reducing our alcohol consumption.

Thanks to our incredible supporters more Australians are aware of their stroke risk than ever before. But our work doesn’t stop here - it is our mission to ensure everyone understands what a stroke is and what they can do to avoid having one.

Sharon McGowan Chief Executive Officer Stroke Foundation

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THUMBS UP THUMBS DOWN

THUMBS UP

To everyone associated with

Pythonettie, I congratulate you all on how successful it is. There was obviously a big hole in sporting opportunities for girls (or should I say not as many options) so well done again!

THUMBS UP

To the Red Pepper Indian in

Orange. The food was fantastic and the staff there were lovely. We’ll definitely be going back!

THUMBS DOWN For the sudden and systematic

removal of old and beautiful trees in our town. These were heritage trees, providing pleasure and shade for our community.

THUMBS UP

To the beautiful staff at Cowra

Hospital! They looked after me in the most caring way when I had my surgery, the way they care for patients is beautiful- Alan Dunkley.

THUMBS DOWN

To the Council for obliterating a

magnificent tree. Because of fear of litigation and lack of creative thinking we’ve lost a beautiful friend. Just so, so sad.

Malicious or defamatory submissions will not be accepted. The opinions and views of readers submitting Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down are not necessarily the views of the staff and Management of The Canowindra Phoenix. To submit a Thumbs Up Thumbs Down email us at editor@canowindraphoenix.com.au or mail us at PO Box 251 Canowindra 2804.

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CHAMBER chat

IMAGE: The beautiful Anglican Church in Canowindra

Christian Charity: The Anglican and Uniting Church of Canowindra and surrounding districts have the privilege of serving their communities in various ways, including baptisms and christenings, weddings, funerals and grief counselling, pastoral visiting, SRE in schools, Youth Group, concerts, Sunday services and much more.

However, this can only happen through the generosity of your donations. The church is thankful for your giving and are encouraging all those interested to assist them further so that they can continue to provide this level of ministry. If you would like to make a donation, please send a cheque to Canowindra Anglican and Uniting Church, PO Box 197, Canowindra, NSW, 2804.

Introduction To Acrylic: The Canowindra Creative Centre aka Triple C is planning to meet on Monday 6th June to take part in ‘An Introduction to Acrylic Painting’ facilitated by Susan Hodge. The workshop will run from 10.30am to 12 noon at Canowindra CWA. If you’ve ever wanted to try acrylic painting or inspire your creative side, this is your chance. Basic equipment will be provided along with a cup of tea and a biscuit.

Please book by Friday 3rd June by contacting Deb on 6344 2490.

Market Day At Moorbel: This Saturday the Moorbel Markets will commence from 8am and run until 12 noon at Moorbel Hall.

A great range of stalls packed with interesting products and produce will be on show including garden art, plants, vegetables, free range eggs, Doug’s gourmet potatoes, goats milk soap, medical socks , jewellery, handmade cards and jams…the list goes on and on! A barbecue offering up delicious rissole and sausage sandwiches will be available along with scones and tea. We look forward to seeing you there.

Mobile Blood Service Coming To Canowindra: The Australian Red Cross Blood Service will be visiting Canowindra on 21st June from 9.10am to 3.30pm. The van will be based close to Morris Park on Rodd Street and everyone who is able is encouraged to come and donate, as every blood donation can help save three lives.

If you’re planning on giving blood please drink three to four glasses of water or juice in the hours before you donate, eat a good sized breakfast or lunch and bring along photo ID. To make an appointment please call 13 14 95.

Marketing and improving the town’s streetscape were the focus of the latest Canowindra Business Chamber Meeting that was held on Wednesday 18th May. Exciting opportunities are on their way with a promotional campaign supported by Cabonne Council and a new ‘Visit Canowindra’ Facebook page. October is filling up with cultural events including Baroque Fest, Twilight Markets, the Airing of the Quilts and an Art Show.

Council is seeking to have Canowindra assessed as RV friendly with the Showground’s designation as a free campsite already attracting more visitors. Plans to work with the Roads and Maritime Service on better signage and a possible tourist route will also enhance Canowindra tourism.

Cabonne Council’s budget is now on display in the Council offices and comments are welcome with all business owners encouraged to review this document.

A reminder- don’t forget to nominate your favourite businesses for the upcoming Daroo Awards! Nominations close on 30th June.

As yet no decision has been received on the application for funding for CCTV footage in the town. If this is in the affirmative, community input will be sought on how and whether to proceed.

The next meeting will be held at Eddy’s of Canowindra on the 15th June 2016 at 6pm with an update from Canowindra Challenge.

For more information contact Canowindra Business Chamber President, Caddie Marshall.

IMAGE: Save a life this June by donating blood!

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Gee Says Goodbye To State Politics

IMAGE: The Health Centre staff and Heather who braved the wet weather to have a cake and a cuppa for a great cause

Cuppa For A Cause

On Thursday Bill Paul’s Carpet Centre was the location for a Biggest Morning Tea in aid of raising money for Cancer Council.

The day was organised by Health Centre employees including Carolyn Wythes and those getting involved with the day included two students, Breanna from Parkes and Dushyant from Albury. “We’re on placement here for five weeks in the physio department at the hospital before we finish our degrees in October,” said Breanna; “We can get sent to Tasmania so I was quite lucky to be placed here!”

Breanna and Dushyant patrolled Gaskill Street armed with cakes, cookies and brownies to entice business owners and staff to get involved.

“Considering the weather it’s been amazing. I didn’t think anyone would come out!” said Carolyn; “There’s not much food left and we’ve had lots of jug refills so it’s been a successful day. People who came here

to Bill Paul’s did so because they knew it was on so thank you very much to the community. We’d also like to acknowledge the support of Billy Paul for letting us use his shop- he’s let us invade the space over the years and we’re very grateful- and to the Services Club for lending us the tables and chairs.”

So far over 27,000 Biggest Morning Teas have been hosted throughout Australia this May and June to raise funds for Cancer Council. One in two Australians will be diagnosed with cancer by the age of 85 so by participating, one dollar at a time, you are making a real difference helping to fund vital research, prevention and support service programmes.

If you’d like to get involved simply register online at www.biggestmorningtea.com. au set your date, get fundraising and most importantly, start baking delicious cakes to go with your cuppa!

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State Member for Orange Andrew Gee has today announced his resignation following five years representing the communities of the Central West in the NSW Legislative Assembly.

“It has been an honour to work with local community members, community groups, and also my fellow members of Parliament on a range of issues and projects that have been close to the hearts of those in our communities,” Mr Gee said.

“More than anything though, it has been an absolute privilege to represent the communities of Orange, Molong, Cudal and the Cabonne Shire, Gulgong, Mudgee, Wellington, and more recently, Parkes, Forbes, Canowindra, Eugowra, Peak Hill, Trundle, Tullamore, Bogan Gate and their surrounding districts.

“I’m proud of the policies, projects and infrastructure that together we have been able to secure over the past five years and I’d like to think that during my time in the NSW Parliament I have been able to help make a difference for those living in the Orange electorate. The ones that I am most proud of are the ones that have saved lives.”

“Life is short—and we are all just here in a blink of history’s eye. And political careers are even shorter than that. So while we are occupying these positions, we need to get things done because at the end of the day politics is not about the offices we hold, or the titles we have, it is about delivering lasting benefits that make life better for the people that we represent. That is the essence of politics,” Mr Gee said.

Mr Gee stated the Orange Electorate Office would continue to remain staffed, providing assistance to the general public on state government matters.

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THEN and Now

How Our Town Centre Has Changed…

A site for a village at Canowindra was originally reserved south of the Belubula river, but the village grew haphazardly on private land north of the river. Early tracks from the ford of the river and from the lower Lachlan converged at what is now the bend in Gaskill Street and early businesses grew around a rough square there.

The first photo captured of the site from The Sydney Mail of September 21st, 1889, describes Canowindra’s main street looking southeast from the square: “The first building on the left is Mr Boyd’s store; then appear the cottages of Mr Rice and the office of Mr Dry (a well-known agent); then Clyburn’s hotel and the post office finish the line. On the right are the blacksmiths, bootmakers, the Commercial Bank, the local saddler’s shop, Clyburn’s sample rooms and hall, and last, but not least, Mr Finn’s stores.”

The second photo shows the street at around the same period looking northwest.

It also shows Mr Rice’s cottages with shops in front and Mr Boyd’s store, where the Rural Bank was later built.

It was not until after the Boree Shire was formed in 1906 that there was any town planning and the old ‘square’ was gradually eliminated as new buildings had to be built forward and the street aligned. The only surviving buildings of the ‘then’ period are one of ‘Mr Rice’s cottages’ behind the new frontages of the Craft Shop and Federation Fotos and the 1887 part of Finn’s store.

An interesting glance at the main street of Canowindra’s past and present.

Contributed by Dorothy Balcomb, Historical Society

IMAGE: 1. Main Street, Canowindra, 1889 looking southeast. Photo courtesy Mitchell Library

IMAGE: 2. Main Street looking northwest 1890s. Photo Canowindra Historical Society collection.

IMAGE: 3. Gaskill Street today, looking south-east

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Health Smart

6 Secrets To Staying Well This Winter Do you find winter’s difficult? Do you feel more tired? Do you put on weight? Do you feel depressed or anxious? Do you get coughs, sore throats, sniffles?

Through Ayurveda we know that the qualities of winter are heavy, dense, cold, thick, slow and cloudy. These are the qualities that can manifest both physically and mentally in our body and minds. The good news is that there are simple practices we can do to balance ourselves throughout winter, keeping us strong, happy and flu free!

1. Every morning begin by spitting the toxins out of your mouth as soon as you get out of bed. 40% of the toxins in our body move upward during the night and we can help to remove them by spitting rather than swallowing – Easy!

2. Start the day with a warm drink of hot water, grated fresh ginger, ½ teaspoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon raw honey (added when the water has cooled enough to drink). This will not only help to scrape the toxins from the tissues of the body and assist the liver with detoxification, but also enhance your digestion.

3. Eat warm foods, drink warm drinks – Our digestion slows in winter, warm foods help to keep our digestion strong.

4. Get some sunshine – Stand outside facing the sun with your eyes closed and count to 120. Soak up the suns energy and a heap of Vit D to keep you happy and boost your immune system.

5. Breath – Take 10 breaths every morning.

Breathe in for 4 and out for 4. This will strengthen your lungs, lift your energy and reduce your stress.

6. Sleep – go to bed by 9.30. In winter. Our bodies need more rest, just like a hibernating bear!

Stay warm and enjoy the renewal that the change in season brings.

If you would like more, join us for the Women’s Winter Wellness Retreat 17-19th June. More details on the website or call 63411817.

Break Your Smoking Habit Today

Cigarettes have over 4,000 chemicals in them, with around 51 known to be carcinogenic. Some particularly unpleasant ingredients include tar (the same stuff used to cover roads), carbon monoxide (this comes out of car exhausts), acetone (nail polish remover) and formaldehyde which is used to preserve dead bodies. Still fancy a puff?

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health. It reduces your risk of many smoking related diseases, improves your general wellbeing and that of your family- and saves you money. For some quitting seems effortless, while for other it will be the hardest thing they ever do but help is there to keep you on the right path. The NSW Quitline is just one support service available if you’re thinking of kicking the habit, here are five tips that they suggest.

1. Set a quit date For many smokers, setting a quit date helps to get things moving and there’s no time like the present. Don’t put it off until after that stressful house move, the 50th birthday party or a night out with friends.

Draw a line right now and find and throw out all your cigarettes, lighters and ashtrays in your house, car and workplace.

2. Think about your triggers and change routines and habits Think about when and where you like to smoke. Is it after a schooner or a meal?

How about with your morning coffee? Do you like to smoke socially with family or

friends at home or when eating out? Figure out what starts your craving and change your habits. Early on, it’s best to avoid situations where you used to smoke.

3. Reduce caffeine and alcohol intake When cutting down or quitting smoking caffeine can have a stronger effect. Higher caffeine levels can make you feel more restless, increase anxiety or make sleeping difficult. The effects of higher caffeine levels can be confused with tobacco withdrawal symptoms. Plan to halve the amount of caffeine (coffee, tea, energy drinks and cola) that you drink.

4. Organise a quit support team Decide who you will ask to give you support. Do you have friends, family and work mates who might encourage and support you? Ask them not to smoke around you and not to give you cigarettes even if you ask for them. If they’re a real mate, they’ll help.

Talk to your doctor about using nicotine replacement therapy like patches and gums that can help deal with cravings and withdrawal symptoms.

5. Plan some rewards A pack a day smoker will save around $6,400 a year if they don’t smoke. Think of how you can use the money you save. You can even put the money you save every week in a jar and watch as it fills up.

Call the Quitline on 13 7848 for support and encouragement before and during your quit attempt.

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Don’t Let Heating Bills Burn A Hole In Your Wallet

IMAGE: Cr David Somervaille with fellow Central Tablelands Water County Council member, Cr Kevin Walker

Strengthening Water Security Across The Central West

Central Tablelands Water is playing a key role in boosting water security across the Central Western region, with the addition of the new stage 1 pipeline extending from Blayney through to Millthorpe, Spring Hill and Orange. Stage 1 is part of an overarching regional strategy that is aiming to improve water security through the connection of Central Tablelands Water and Orange City Council water supply systems.

In 2015, stage 1 works attracted 75% funding from the NSW Government under the Restart NSW Water Security for Regions Program. At a cost of $27 million for stage 1 works alone, construction is due to commence this September in the Blayney/ Millthorpe area, and then progress through to Spring Hill and Orange.

Planning for stage 2 works is underway and includes the addition of a new pipeline between Blayney and the Carcoar Water Treatment Plant. The General Manager of CTW, Mr Gavin Rhodes, said that stage 2

works would provide the vital final link for the major project and as such, was crucial to delivering the full benefits of the overall scheme.

The Chairman of CTW, Cr David Somervaille, said that as Project Proponent of the stage 2 works, CTW would continue to lobby State Government to support construction of stage 2 works so the full water security objectives for the region could be achieved.

Operation of the scheme would be dependent on needs and water availability, in either periods of drought or emergency situations. As such, CTW will continue to manage water supply across their vast area throughout the Central West Region.

Mr Rhodes said that CTW’s current vast operational reach of over 530kms of water mains extended across 6 separate local government areas and as such, CTW played a pivotal role in strengthening water security across the region.

Canowindra residents are being urged to check their energy bills before winter arrives as new research has revealed that just under half of NSW households say their bills have increased in the past 12 months.

Energy experts iSelect released the results of the national study this week assessing the attitudes and behaviours of Australians towards energy affordability. This coincides with the start of winter as Canowindra homes begin to crank up the heaters and turn on the electric blankets.

The survey found that more and more NSW households are taking advantage of increased energy competition, with only 24% of homes still on a standard retail plan without discounts.

Over a third of NSW households receive a discount for paying their energy bill on time, with 11% on a guaranteed discount plan, while a further 10% receive a discount for online account management or paying by direct debit.

In winter a large portion of your energy bill goes towards heating your home. Don’t get to the end of the season and wonder why your bills are so high. Take action now to see if swapping to a different provider may help you avoid winter bill shock. Taking the time to shop around can not only offer you a better switch, it can also tell you if you’re currently on the best deal.

Don’t just measure a good deal on how cheap it is. Sometimes the cheapest plan may not be the best value option long term.

For example, many people get enticed by generous pay-on-time discounts, but if they often pay their bills late the debts could mount up. Instead, try to look for a plan that offers the right balance between price and flexibility.

Switching energy providers is a really simple process that could end up saving you significantly over the long term.

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BE Seen

The Pythons may have lost the game but they smashed the boat race!

Cowra Bikies Lional Najor, Geoff McKay, Andrew Simunic and Banksy Boy visited the Deli over the weekend.

Poppy Starr with mum Lisa at the Diocesan Spelling Bee in Wellington last Thursday.

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WHAT’S On 2 Jun

Bingo at Canowindra Bowlo Club at 11am

2 Jun

Thursday Afternoon Social Bowls, 1.30 for a 2pm start. All welcome.

2 Jun

Inkability Free Delivery Day, Phone 6360 4049 to put your order in.

3 Jun

Barefoot Bowls at Canowindra Bowlo Club. Names in by 6pm for a 6.30pm start. Prizes for the winners. Sausage Sizzle available for $2.

3 Jun

Canowindra Food Basket every Friday @ United Church Hall 9.30am12pm.

3 Jun

Adult Survivors of Child Abuse Cowra Support Group meeting. 12.30pm.

Open to all survivors of the community. Contact Pascale on 63421612.

4 Jun

Moorbel Hall Markets, 8am-12pm. To book a stall or for more info phone Warwick on 6344 2025.

4 Jun

Canowindra Preschool Presents The Great Gatsby Gala Ball, An Evening of Glitz and Glamour. 6pm at Canowindra Services Club. $150 per couple or $80 single. Entertainment by Trouble With Johnny. Tickets available from Preschool, Deli Lama and Saffi.

5 Jun

Abstract Entertainment Presents Michael Jackson – The Legacy Tour, 8pm at Dubbo Regional Theatre Convention Centre. Visit www.abstractentertainment.net or phone 9712 8722 for more information.

9 Jun

St Raphaels Kindergarten Information Sessions, 10-11am in the Kindergarten Courtyard.

12 Jun

Iandra Castle Open Day, 10am-4pm. $10 Adult, $5 Children. Phone 63839241 or visit www.iandracastle.com.au for more information.

14 Jun

St Raphaels Year 11 Course Information Evening, 6.30pm in the new Secondary Block.

15 Jun

Canowindra Business Chamber Meeting. 6pm at Eddys of Canowindra.

19 Jun

Abstract Entertainment Presents Michael Jackson – The Legacy Tour, 8pm at Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre. Visit www.abstractentertainment.net or phone 9712 8722 for more information.

23 Jun

St Raphaels Kindergarten Information Sessions, 10-11am in the Kindergarten Courtyard.

15-17 Jul

Play School Concerts Presents Humpty’s Showtime, Friday at Young Services Club, Saturday Orange Ex Services Club and Sunday Bathurst Panthers. On sale now, booking essential. Visit www.kidspromotions.com.au or phone 1300 788 028 or 03 9739 6300 to book.

25 Jun

Canowindra Lions Club 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner, Canowindra Bowling Club. For members and past members. Contact Tommy at The Deli for more information.

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Saturday 7 May 8am – 12pm

Great variety of stalls BBQ & morning tea available.

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1.30pm for 2pm start. Everyone welcome

How long have you lived in Canowindra/ around Canowindra? I grew up in Cowra, then left the area for 6 years before settling in Canowindra for 12 years. I have only recently moved back to Cowra.

Where do you work? I’m a freelance graphic designer and design the Canowindra, Forbes and Parkes Phoenix each week as well as jobs for my other clients.

Have you always been creative? Yes, I’ve always had a passion for art and all things creative. Graphic design is my dream job.

What makes you laugh? My girls Poppy and Bella make me laugh every single day!

How do you like to spend your spare time? Haha, what’s that! I love spending time outdoors with my girls and my partner George.

If you could go anywhere in the world where would it be and why? I have travelled extensively throughout Australia and overseas. I haven’t been to Africa so that would be my dream destination, perhaps with a stop over in Mauritius on the way home.

Do you play any sports? I play hockey, although wonder why every Sunday morning when I wake up with sore muscles.

How do you like your coffee? Skinny cap with one sugar...just ask the girls at the Trading Post!

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Have You Registered Your Pool?

Did you know as of the 29 April of this year all pool owners in NSW must register their pool. Did you also know that if you are selling, purchasing or leasing a property in NSW that has a pool or spa the contract requires that compliance certificates from the local council certifying that the pool meets relevant safety requirements are attached.

The effect of not having a compliance certificate has recently come to my attention, whilst assisting a client with the purchase of a property it was discovered the vendor failed to have the necessary certificate which is holding up contract exchange causing all parties much annoyance. The implications of selling a property with a pool without the required certificates enables the purchaser to be able to rescind the contract within 14 days of exchange or in some circumstances rescind the contract right up until the completion date.

What does this mean if you are buying a property in NSW with a Pool?

You should check that the contract includes either a certificate of compliance, or an occupation certificate and a certificate of registration, or a certificate of non-compliance.

If you are a purchaser faced with the decision of purchasing a property with a certificate of non-compliance you can ask to see a copy of the notice. This will give you the opportunity to estimate the potential costs involved to rectify any problems and negotiate on the purchase price before exchange of contracts.

It pays to be aware and registered. For further information visit the NSW Government Swimming Pool Register at http:// www.swimmingpoolregister.nsw.gov.au/ or contact Geoffrey Yeo 0448673924.

It’s been a week of celebrations at the

Bowling Club. A great big ‘happy birthday’ to Vinnie who turned 60 this week and partied in style on Saturday. We particularly enjoyed the old photos that came out of the woodwork, including one of Vinnie with a spectacular mullet!

Mixed mufti bowls will continue today with names in by 1.30pm for a 2pm start. All are welcome and bring you friends!

Wednesday’s badge draw is $750 and Fridays is $700. Bingo also on today at 11am!

For further information, contact the club on 6344 1605.

IMAGE: Lisa Starr is our designer

Michael Hanley’s Funeral Home of Forbes & District is equipped with a private chapel and a modern high tech cremator and can offer cremations at an affordable cost.

Burial or Cremation the choice is yours!

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CANOWINDRA SPORT nard and Dan Bowd. Players’ player went to Dean Schaefer.

The Pythons will face Molong this Saturday at the Oval. Come along and show your support for the boys in blue.

MEN’S BOWLS

IMAGE: Pythons had a good go but were unable to beat Blayney

PYTHONS FACED ON FORM BLAYNEY

On Saturday afternoon the Pythons faced off against an on form Blayney. Both teams started evenly matched with some good tackling from Canowindra and neither teams gaining much possession until Blayney made a break fifteen minutes into the game and scored a try. With 7-0 to Blayney on the score board they almost got close to the line again but were stopped with a penalty awarded to the Pythons, followed by a quick penalty to Blayney, leading them to score another try with a successful conversion, 12-0.

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Sunday 5 June 2016 ~ THE THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 8am St Matthew’s Anglican Church Woodstock 9.30am All Saints’ Anglican Church Canowindra 11.30am Orange Male Voice Choir at All Saints’ Anglican Church Canowindra 4pm St Matthew’s Anglican Church Eugowra Thursday 9 June 10am Morning Worship at Peace Memorial Uniting Church Canowindra Friday 10 June 9.30 - noon Foodbasket at Canowindra Uniting Church Hall

Some great defence skills were shown from Mick Watt however Blayney managed to get over the try line twice in quick succession making the half time score 31-0.

In the second half both teams upped their game and Canowindra finally managed to put some much needed points on the board thanks to Clayton Maynard who scored the try and Jayden Brown with a successful conversion, bringing the score up to 31-7.

However, despite a valiant effort from the Pythons, Blayney scored another try, 38-7.

With a few big runs from Blayney they managed to score another try despite having Dan Bowd hot on their heels but Canowindra gave one last push at the end of the game with Dean Schaefer going over the line making the final score 45-12. Three points went to Todd Wyburn, two points to Lachy Davis and one point to Clayton May-

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Last Saturday a major singles game was played with Jono against Duncan. It wasn’t one of Jono’s better days as Duncan had the upper hand throughout the game to win 318. A consistency singles game was played with Ron Lynch against Roger Traves. The game was fairly close for the first half of the game with Roger leading 77-68 until Roger took control of the game to win 150-105.

Another consistency singles game was played with Cyril Webb against Ken Perry.

It was a close game after 19 ends with the score being 120 all but Cyril was able to power towards the win, scoring 36 points in four ends to win the game 156-124.

On Saturday 4th June a major singles semi-final will be held against ‘Don’t take me lightly’ Duncan versus Vinnie ‘the Italian stallion’, marker Jono Preston. Consistency singles matches are as follows; M Cramp v D Beath, marker R Brooks. P Kennedy v McMullen, marker C Webb. On Sunday 5th June the O’Brien Cup will be held; M Baldwin and R Traves v N Knight and B Lees. N Delaney and M Lawrence v K Walker and R Brooks.

LADIES GOLF

Last Wednesday was round 2 of the club championship, with competitors playing 27 holes in fine conditions with a daily 18 hole competition. Daily winners were; Div 1, Eileen with 74 Nett and Div 2 Helen Kemper with 78 Nett. Highlights from the day included two gobbles by Ros on the 2nd and 17th and single gobbles by Julie on the 3rd, Margie on the 5th and Helen Constable on the 9th. Congratulations to all players as 27 holes are no mean feat.

The champions of Canowindra Ladies Golf are; A Grade, Eileen Wilson with Annette Thomas runner-up, B Grade Joyce Middleton with Helen Kemper runner-up and C Grade Margie Sharpe with Edna Hughes runner-up.

Thanks to all the ladies who helped in some way with the lunches, everyone was

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CANOWINDRA SPORT certainly looking forward to it. Funds were raised for the Cancer Council by way of a raffle of which Rhonda and Julie were the happy winners.

The Lawford Cup Match Play final will be played between Annette and Eileen. The Cowra tournament from the 15th-17th June is fast approaching and entries need to be in this week. Also coming up is Trangie on Tuesday the 21st and Grenfell on Sunday 26th June.

The club would like to wish all players who are not able to be with them at the moment a speedy recovery. Golf will now commence at 9.30am.

TIGERS

It was another week of mixed results with a 16-4 loss for the league tag girls and a 2822 win for first grade against Condobolin.

In the girls’ league tag three points went to Emma Duke, two points to Jess Coker, one point to Alicia Earsman and players’ player went to Brittany Whatman.

In first grade three points went to Aaron Earsman, two points to Jayden Brown and one point to Dave Doran and Pete Frazer.

Players’ player went to Jayden Brown and Brydon Hughes.

The first grade match was an turbulent affair against a vastly improved Condo side

compared to the past few years. The Tigers played hard and have several areas to work on, most importantly maintaining their intensity for the full 80 minute match as they prepare for the local derby against Cargo next week.

Matt Frazer was out with a leg injury however it was good to see his brother Pete take to the field. Also, given he hasn’t played league in seven years, there were promising signs from Todd Wyburn. Once match fit, both Pete and Todd will be handy additions to the team and club. Next Sunday is the local derby against Cargo, sponsored by Canowindra Real Estate. Be sure to get down to Tom Clyburn Oval on Sunday and support your local ladies and men.

WOMEN’S BOWLS

Results of 3 matches played on 24th May for Club Triples Championship first round; Daph Bryant, Christina Pickard and Gwen Haydon defeated Diane Slattery, Sandy McDonald and Moyna Rue 18-9.

Betty Jenkins, Jill Messenger and Colleen Crump defeated Jenny Middleton, Diane Mooney and Heather Hoad 19-10. Radka Tatterson, Ellen Petty and Deanna Noble defeated Lorne Burgess (sub. for Linda Miller) and Shirley Robson 22-11.

There was one game of social triples

played; Jo Davies, Bobbie Turner and Libby Balcombe defeated Nancy Morrow and Margaret Gosper 15-11. 22 of the bowlers enjoyed a very tasty birthday lunch at Taste Canowindra after the bowls was completed.

Result of one matched played on Tuesday 31st May for Club Triples Championship 2nd round; Libby Balcombe, Nancy Morrow and Margaret Gosper defeated Radka Tatterson, Ellen Petty and Deanna Noble.

There were four games of social bowls played two triples and two pairs. Sheryn O’Malveney, Mark Wright and Lorne Burgess defeated Jean Roth, Shirley Robson and Diane Slattery 16-13. Thanks Sparky for filling in for us. Daph Bryant, Jill Messenger and Colleen Crump defeated Joice McNaught, Christine Pickard and Gwen Haydon 19-8. Jenny Middleton and Heather Hoad defeated Bobbie Turner and Dianne Mooney. Moyna Rue and Joyce Middleton defeated Jeanette Wheeldon and Penny Nash 18-12.

The club had their Biggest Morning Tea in aid of Breast Cancer Research and just over $300 was raised. The raffle for the sponge cake donated by Moyne Rue was won by Mark Wright and Nancy Morrow also made a lovely sponge cake to celebrate Jenny Middleton’s birthday on 28th May.

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