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Santa spreading Christmas cheer in Gaskill Street at last years Canowindra Christmas Shopping Night.

Christmas Comes Early To Canowindra

Canowindra has a big weekend planned full of fun and festive spirit. The Canowindra Christmas Shopping Night will commence from 3-7pm with so much on offer. There will be 26 businesses participating in the evening with a range of goods on offer from women’s clothing, kids clothing, candles, art, chocolate, toys, quirky gifts as well as traditional home wares. There will be great Christmas bargains on offer so be sure to come have a browse. Spot the Santa’s on the rooftops as well as the big man making an appearance down the main street after getting his photo taken all afternoon. There are still spaces available to get your photo with Santa, contact the Preschool to secure your spot.

There will be live entertainment throughout the evening as well as face painting. To wrap up a good night, pop into one of the local restaurants/cafes to enjoy a bite to eat. The fun doesn’t stop here with a show and dinner on at the Services Club for $35 with Mike Winkworth performing some classics from Roy Orbison and Elvis Presley in the Two Kings show. Doors open at 7pm for the show to kick off at 7.30pm. Flickerfest is also on at Rosnay, a comedy wine and dine event starting at 6pm. Tickets are still available for $60 per head with limited spots left. There will be a fourcourse meal with wine tastings to match. Start here, for all your Christmas needs!

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Ideally situated just off Canowindra’s main St is this opportunity to live and have a business all under the one roof. Residence consists of 2 bedrooms, lounge room with wood heating, kitchen, bathroom, office and back sunroom. A picturesque cottage style garden setting provides privacy and tranquility. Just off the main entrance of the residence is a large showroom and office with window frontage to Ryall St and Blatchford St. The showroom has a very welcoming double door entrance. This property would suit investment providing 2 rental returns, or someone looking to work from home and display their creations.

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LETTERS CANOWINDRA CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH

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Canowindra Christmas Day Lunch will be held in the Canowindra Bowling Club again this year. This wonderful community event provides a Christmas lunch of salads and cold meats followed by dessert. This is an non-alcohol event. If you are alone this Christmas, your family is away or if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to come along and join us, you are most welcome. This is a FREE event. Registration is essential. Forms are now available at Belubula Butchery, Canowindra St Vincent de Paul Centre, Food Basket and Canowindra Health Centre. Registration closes on Friday 16th December. Local transport is available by arrangement. The Canowindra Christmas Day Lunch Committee is also in need of helpers with preparations leading up to Christmas and on the day. If you would like to be on the Committee

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and/or lend a hand in the preparation or to help on the day please contact Maureen Bermingham on 0487201300 or Marion Wilson on 6344 1716. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a very special community event. Deb Rutter on behalf of the Canowindra Christmas Day Committee

Have your say... Have your say on the issues that affect you and your community. To submit a letter to the Editor email us at editor@canowindraphoenix.com.au or mail us at PO Box 251 Canowindra NSW 2804. Letters to the Canowindra Phoenix must carry the senders name, home address and day and evening phone numbers. Pseudonyms are not accepted. The opinions and views of readers are not necessarily the views of the staff and Management of The Canowindra Phoenix.

THUMBS UP THUMBS DOWN

THUMBS UP To the fruit shop in Canowindra always lovely and fresh.

THUMBS DOWN To Cabonne Council for the condition of Toogong Road. Not only is it a disgrace - it is down right dangerous.

THUMBS UP To the Ambulance officers especially Laura and Chloe for all of their help over the past few weeks. All my love and thanks - Kellie Clark THUMBS DOWN To Cabonne Council for not mowing the road to the bridge on Belubula Way - it is dangerous and a fire hazard along that road.

THUMBS UP This is my thanksgiving mission. I wish to acknowledge the special understanding, care, and help given by Cheryl Paige to the senior ladies and gentleman she mentors in her capacity as occupational therapist in Canowindra. Without her amazing assistance many of us would be completely house bound and friendless.

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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SNIPPETS...

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QUESTION of the week Have you started your Christmas Shopping?

Waverli Rose Nicka, photo by Jess Grant.

Scarlet Joan Stanbury with brother Nate and Sister Haylee

Stork News: Beautiful Waverli Rose Nicka born 18th November. 5th child for Peter and Danielle Nicka, siblings Leahlie, Amahni, Jaxton and Emmeline are super proud. Waverli is a granddaughter for Robert Ellis of Canowindra and Kathy and Ron Nicka of Manildra and a great-granddaughter for Daphne Ellis of Canowindra and Shirley Nicka of Manildra. (Pic by Jess Grant) We also welcome Scarlet Joan Stanbury born 14th November. Third child to Melanie and Dean and sister to Nate and Haylee.

Drink more: You should try to drink at least 2 litres of water a day. Our bodies are made up of 60% water. Water helps to eliminate toxins from the body, keeps joints lubricated, and regulates body temperature as well as to keep body cells hydrated. Too often we mistake thirst for hunger so be sure to keep your water intake up this summer.

Joke of the week: How do you communicate in the forest? With Moss-Code haha! Oopsy Daisy: Correction that the Canowindra Bowls raised $1,150 for Breast Cancer Research Toned Tummy Tips: 80:20 is the ratio to eating right and exercising. A toned tummy is all about fuelling your body with the right nutrients. You need to focus on getting your body fat % down. High interval training will help this and try to incorporate strength training into your workout. To strengthen your abdominal muscles lock them on when doing all weight activities for best results. Boost up your Berry intake: Have a cup of fresh berries a day to load up on your antioxidants which help prevent damage to tissue and reduce age related illnesses.

Canowindra Pool Blankets: A go fund me page as been set up on Facebook to help raise money for a pool blanket to help keep the heat in the water overnight and decrease water loses. Donate at: https:// www.gofundme.com/2xq88qc?ssid=81204 6076&pos=2 Quote of the week: There are three things you need in life. Something to look up to, something to look forward to and something to chase - Mathew McConaughey. The Canowindra Booklet has now been printed and distributed throughout the town. Be sure to grab yourself a copy!

Christmas Parties at Montrose House

Cocktail Parties Traditional Dinners Tapas and Finger Food Alfresco Garden Parties Catering to suit all budgets

Book Your Christmas Party Now to avoid disappointment. Phone Tommy on 6344 1006.

Cynthia Field: No, I haven’t even started yet!

Cheryl Walker: Yes, I started mine online last night.

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Rhonda Burnett: No, but I have already started thinking of some ideas. I usually make gifts and sew.

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Saturday 10th December 4pm. Jumping castle, Face painting, Santa!

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White Ribbon Community March

The pool is looking great ahead of the family fun day that will be held on this Saturday.

Family Fun Day

Head down to the Canowindra Swimming Pool this Saturday for a family fun day fete. The action kicks off at 11am and will continue throughout the day until 4pm. Escape the heat and enjoy what will be a fun community day. There will be so much to see and do for all ages so come see what’s on offer. There will be little larrikins face painting available on the day to ensure all of the kids get in character. Come challenge your friends in the giant connect 4 or take them on the inflatable pool roller. The entry fee for the day will be just $2. There will be a jumping castle and a slushy machine as well as a sausage sizzle provided by the Canowindra Swimming Club. Be sure to bring those dancing moves, as there will be a DJ from 1-3pm so you can get your boogie on. Prefer to sit back and watch, not a problem. Alkinetic danc-

ers will be performing from 3-3.30pm, so be sure to come see some very talented young dancers. The Canowindra Public School will be hosting a stall with helium balloons available as well as some fake tattoos, so be sure to go and support them. Charlotte Foster organiser of the event says, “The day is all for the community to have a fun day out. We hope that it is a success and we plan on organising more events like this for the future.” With a sunny weekend forecast come have an enjoyable day out with the family before the Christmas rush starts. The family fun day event on Saturday is from 11am to 4pm. The pool opening hours are from 10am-6pm from Monday to Sunday however the pool is also open from 6am-8am Monday, Wednesday and Friday for morning swimmers.

This Friday the 25th November there will be a White Ribbon March conducted down Gaskill Street at 2pm, the road will be closed off to traffic. The White Ribbon campaign is a means to speak out and act to stop violence against women, and to safely and effectively challenge the attitudes and behaviours of a minority of men who use or condone violence against women. All members of the community are invited to come take the walk to raise awareness about violence against women and children, and to promote healthy respectful relationships. All participants are asked to assemble at the corner of Ryall Street and Gaskill Street, next to the Junction Hotel at 1.50pm. The March will commence at 2pm down Gaskill Street, finishing at Memorial Park. At 2.10pm there will be a musical performance by Canowindra High School students, a welcome by MC Councillor Anthony Durkin and a Welcome to Country. At 2.15pm Canowindra High School students will be making a speech on the LoveBites campaign. At 2.20pm there will be a speech from the Mayor followed by the Blessing Bags Group presentation at 2.30pm. 2.35pm there will be a speech by the White Ribbon Ambassador Barry Merritt. At 2.45pm there will be a musical performance by Canowindra High School Students. 2.50pm will be the end of the March finishing off with an ice-block donated by Lawrence’s IGA. Times may vary slightly on the day during the event. White Ribbon Australia is part of a global movement to end men’s violence against women. The organisations focus is to make women’s safety a mans issue too. Come take a stand in the community this Friday.

Christmas COWRA

~ 2016 ~ Canowindra

Christmas Shopping Evening Shop locally this Christmas and support your local businesses. Fantastic gift ideas in every store. Great bargains available. Activities include: - Music - Face Painting - Balloons - Santa Photos (be sure to book)Canowindra businesses thank you for your support and wish you a safe and Merry Christmas! Saturday 26th November 2016 3:00pm - 7:00pm

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Tip Truck Tangle

The team at Hassad George Delaney, Graeham Smyth, Brad Howard, Rob Atkinson, Billy Pagett and Will Pattinson all showing off their mo’s for Movember.

Mo Bros At Hassad Australia

This month is Movember, so that means the moustaches are coming out! For centuries facial hair and manliness have gone hand in hand. Moustaches signify male dominance and power communicating. However, Movember is redefining this by taking a century old symbol of male power and asking us to approach it in a different way and the way men see themselves. Movember is changing men’s health worldwide as it encourages men to talk about their health and that’s exactly what local business Hassad Australia are doing. The team of six blokes are speaking up for men’s health by all growing, or attempting to grow a moustache. After losing a workmate to mental health last year Manager Rob Atkinson says, “It’s all about bringing men’s health to the floor and creating a culture where you can talk about it.” Hassad Australia are participating in the event for their second year now with this

years focus all about raising awareness. “If someone can get a great laugh out of my mo and that raises awareness for Men’s mental health, then that’s great!” said Rob. The blokes all had to have a clean-shaven face at the start of November to ensure nobody got a head start. “There is definitely a rivalry amongst us but more for who can even grow one,” Rob laughed. As with any strong rivalry between mates there are some strict rules with shaping up the mo early and then shaving it off at the end of the month. It is great to see Hassad Australia participating in a global initiative to take a stand for men’s health and creating a culture in the community and workplace where you can more openly talk about men’s health. The Movember foundation is helping men to live happier, healthier and longer lives.

BABY Buzz ORANGE BABY KINGDOM NOW HAS NEW OWNERS!

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Ph: 02 6362 1486 www.babykingdom.biz

Craig and Shannan Fitzsimmons are excited to continue being the Central West’s go to baby store. With everything from cots to car seats, prams to high chairs, and things you wouldn’t have thought of till you need them. Our range of nursery essentials, including swaddles, sleeping bags and baby monitors are available to view online at www. babykingdom.biz , or you can call us to discuss your needs on 02 6362 1486. We look forward to hearing from you. Shannan and Craig

Essential Energy is reminding truck drivers and machinery operators to take extra care around the electricity network following a number of incidents with tipper trucks contacting power lines across the State. Contact with power lines can cause fatal injury and inconvenience to local communities if a power outage occurs. Take some time to identify the area and assess any risks that may arise. Simple steps can be made to ensure potential electrical hazards are minimised. Essential Energy advises operators to monitor weather conditions throughout the day as power lines can sag in extreme heat, sway in windy conditions and be difficult to see at dawn or dusk. Essential Energy has created the motto LAND to help you remember how to stay safe around power lines especially coming into the harvest season. Look up and live. Overhead powerlines should be identified and marked at ground level. Essential Energy can provide electrical network maps showing the location of overhead powerlines on your property. Always be aware. Before accessing paddocks and work areas, check the location and condition of poles and wires. Conditions can change without notice and heat can affect powerline height. Need to know. Know the height of farm machinery in raised and lowered positions so you can maintain safe clearance distances from powerlines. Powerlines can be as low as 5.5m so ALWAYS lower machinery fully before moving off. Don’t disembark. If your machinery comes into contact with overhead powerlines, stay in the vehicle, if safe to do so, and call Essential Energy immediately on 13 20 80.

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RURAL ROUNDUP Harvest Is Here Jemalong Wool Weekly Market Update

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Steve Mooney 0428 683 152 Ben Emms 0428 639 381 Pat Bird 0438 361 109 Grant Elwin 0408 012 114 Ben Redfern 0457 770 062 Mick Pratten 0409 652 233 Matt Byrnes 0427 259 529 Harry Larnach 0428 637 540 OPERATING OUT OF CTLX - CARCOAR FEEDLOT & OTH SPECIALISTS & AUCTIONS PLUS SALES

With a falling AUD, this week’s reasonably large offering had little effect on the market, with the NRI closing 28 cents dearer at 1359c/kg. Commencing the week in isolation on Tuesday, Melbourne posted a modest 4 cent to set the tone for the week ahead. Sydney and Fremantle joined Melbourne on Wednesday and all three centres opened strongly and continued to strengthen as the sale progressed. Thursday continued the same trend (although Melbourne softened slightly towards its close). During the series most of the merino micron range enjoyed rises of between 20 and 50 cents, with the most pressure on selected pockets in the finer microns. In stark contrast to recent sales it was the lesser types which experienced the greatest gains as buyers attempted to find cheaper alternatives in a rapidly rising market. The skirting market enjoyed gains of 30-50 cents, while crossbreds had mixed results, losing further ground in the 25/26 range whilst recovering in the broader microns. The oddment market didn’t get left behind finishing the week 20 cents dearer.

With the paddocks slowly drying out tractors, trucks and headers have finally been able to get onto the paddocks to start the 2016 harvest. When talking about the yield of this years crops Manager Rob Atkinson from Hassad Australia said, “It’s a hard one this year because of the very wet winter. There will be some water logged areas where there will be no yield at all but hopefully the higher ground will compensate for that, however we hope we will still get 2 tonne per hectare. Hassad Australia will be harvesting 1,000 hectares of canola, 500 hectares of monola and 2,000 hectares of wheat. Hassad have six full time staff and one part time staff in admin. Throughout the harvest period they will be using contract harvesters and local carriers to help. “Canola prices seem to be good so far this year but the wheat prices are down. Hassad will be transporting their grain to Manildra and the manola has already been contracted by MSM Milling,” Rob said. The harvesting of the canola will be well under way in 10 days at Hassad Australia with just about all canola cut and windrowed. At this stage harvest doesn’t look like it will be finished before Christmas as the wheat will still need a few more hot days to ripen.

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RURAL ROUNDUP

There’s no harvest without a few breakdowns and maintenance here and there.

Hassad Australia harvest is underway as they cut their canola.

New Forbes Grain Storage Robinson Grain is pleased to announce it has secured the lease of LINX grain storage site at Forbes (previously Mountain Bulk). With 26,000mt of storage we will be providing competitive cash pricing and warehouse options for all wheat grades, barley and canola. Opening hours at the site will be 7am to 11pm. Site manager Dave Simpson is excited with the opportunity this provides growers in the Forbes district. Three storage options The new addition at Forbes complements RGT’s other two storage locations, RGT Yethera and Dubbo Grain Packing. Yethera will be offering both cash and warehouse options for wheat and Dubbo Grain Pack-

ing has contract options available for all grains and pulses. DGP also has cleaning options if required for grain that does not meet specifications. Robinson Grain are particularly keen to buy ex farm after harvest and throughout 2017 for growers who have the storage . Lets utilize grower storages for growers benefit. RGT also buy into most graincorp receival sites. Site Contacts Dubbo: 02 6884 4000 Yethera: Trent 0407 667898 or Ryan 0402 373614 Forbes: 02 6851 2157 or 0427 253020 Grain Marketing Sydney: 02 9976 3625

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YOUR Wealth Matters 3 Decisions Will Change Your Financial Future

Scott Barrett member for National Party with winner of the Orange by-election Philip Donato member for Shooters, Fishers and Farming Party

Shooters, Fishers And Farmers Party Are In!

The community of the Orange by-election has sent a message loud and clear to the Baird Government as the National Party end their 69 years in the position. Philip Donato, candidate for Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party, has now been elected Member for Orange by a margin of 50 votes. Donato won the seat despite receiving only 23 per cent of first preference votes. This is the first time in the party’s 21 year history that the party has an elected Member of Parliament to the Lower House of any jurisdiction After a drawn out election result due to a recount, the final result was announced Monday afternoon with Philip Donato humbled with the results. “At the start of this election campaign I came with one premise: that the electorate of Orange deserves better. The result we have shows that it is what people wanted here,” said Philip Donato.

Scott Barrett Nationals candidate congratulated Donato on becoming the Member of Orange and thanked him for his upstanding respectful way in which he conducting himself during the campaign. Barrett says, “I have secured a significant number of commitments from the NSW government and I will continue to fight for these commitments and ensure they will be honoured. A clear message was sent from the people of the Central West at this by-election, and it’s a message that must be heeded.” There has been much speculation on the election results with many believing the change in the seat came due to the backlash from the attempted shutdown of the greyhound industry and reaction to the council amalgamations. The coming weeks will see more details come as Philip Donato sets up his office in Orange and gathers his team together.

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COMPUTER Bytes BACKUP YOUR COMPUTER It is really important to backup your PC on a regular basis and that includes portable devices too. Portables such as iPads, Tablets & phones can be connected to a cloud based backup such as “Dropbox”, “iCloud”, “Google Drive” or “OneDrive” so as to avoid losing photographs and important documents in the event your device breaks, or is lost/stolen. With computers you can do likewise but also backup to a portable hard disk or USB memory key and keep it separate from your PC. This will protect your valuable information.

Christmas Trees

As we approach the festive season, one thing that families think about is “what will we do for a Christmas tree?” I’ve always favoured a natural, growing Christmas tree for our family. As a youngster growing up on a cattle property on the north coast of NSW we’d always head down to the banks of the Clarence River and find a small sheoak (Casuarina) for our Christmas tree. Out west, I’d head out with the kids and find a white cypress pine (Callitris) growing on the roadside. Both of these Australian native trees looked good when decorated, and gave off a lovely fresh, natural smell when placed in a bucket or pot in the house. These days, I get requests in the nursery from families as we head towards Christmas-“what can we get growing in a pot that we can use inside as a Christmas tree for a few years and then maybe plant out in the garden?” My two favourites that meet these requirements are the Wollemi pine and the dwarf Alberta spruce. The Wollemi pine (Wollemia nobilis) is a critically endangered Australian native conifer-discovered in a canyon in the Blue Mountains in the mid 1990’s. They can be found in some nurseries and can be grown in pots for a couple of years where they will reach up to about 2m high. I have one growing really well in our garden in a spot protected from hot, drying winds-it’s about 8m high now and looks great when we wind some xmas lights though it. The dwarf Alberta spruce (Picea glauca conica) is a beautiful, dense, conical conifer with blue/green foliage. It is hardy and fairly slow growing, with a mature size of about 2-3m high and 1m wide-so it could be kept in a pot outside and shifted inside for Christmas for many years. Ian Rogan Millthorpe Garden Nursery

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Bingo at Canowindra Bowlo Club at 11am. Phone 6344 1605 for more info.

25 Nov

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

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Jayden Brown and Curtis Hughes celebrating Jayden’s Hippy Themed 21st on the weekend.

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26 Nov 1 Dec Hassad blokes, Brad Howard darkening Billy Pagett mo for Movember

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Amelia Holmes and Adelaide Ellis ready to perform at the Canowindra High School Snow White and the Pirate Adventure

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Thursday Afternoon Social Bowls, 1.30 for a 2pm start. All welcome. Phone 6344 1605 for more info. Canowindra Services Club Market Night Meat Trays and Members Badge Draw

White Ribbon Day March, 2pm starting from the corner of Ryall St on Gaskill Street to Memorial Park. Canowindra Swimming Pool Family Fun Day, 12 – 4pm. Jumping Castle, sausage sizzle, slushie machine and more. Canowindra Show Horse Events Reschedule, at Canowindra Showground. Free gate entry, running of the cancelled horse events from the Canowindra Show.

Flickerfest Comedy Wine & Dine, at Rosnay Rivers Road. 6pm, $60 per head wine bar open. Book online at www.rosnay.com.au

Two Kings Dinner & Show, Roy Orbison & Elvis Presley cover show staring Mike Winkworth at Canowindra Services Club. Dinner and Show from 7pm.

Canowindra Christmas Shopping Evening, 3pm – 7pm. Enjoy the friendly, relaxed shop-ping atmosphere, listen to live music, kids can get their faces painted and have a photo with Santa Claus while doing your Christmas Shopping. Canowindra Preschool Christmas Photos, 10am – 4pm at Montrose House. Bookings rec-ommended, phone the Preschool on 6344 1261. Inkability Free Delivery Day, Phone 6360 4049 to put your order in.

Moorbel Hall Markets, 8am – 12pm. BBQ and morning tea available and a great variety of stalls. CWA and Combined Churches Carols By Candlelight, 5pm at All Saints Anglican Church. Kids Christmas Party, 3.30pm at Canowindra Services Club.

Jack Daniels Promo Night and DJ, 8pm til late at Canowindra Services Club. Massive Kids Monster Market Night Christmas Toy Raffle, at Canowindra Services Club.

Canowindra Bowlo Club Monster Market Night & Ham and Turkey Raffles Cowra Christmas Street Festival, 5.30pm – 9pm in Kendal Street.

Canowindra Business Chamber Meeting. 6pm at Magge Designs.

SAVE THE DATE Parkes Elvis Festival. More than 120 events across five days. Visit parkeselvisfestival.com.au for more details.

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COMMUNITY Notices The Anglican and Uniting Churches of Canowindra and surrounding districts.

Sunday 27 November 2016 ~ ADVENT SUNDAY 9.30am All Saints’ Anglican Church Canowindra 3pm Arise Ministries Church Service at Peace Memorial Uniting Church Canowindra 4pm St Matthew’s Anglican Church Eugowra Friday 2 December 9.30 - noon Foodbasket at Canowindra Uniting Church Hall

Harry Duguid making a great throw right into the catchers hands.

Cricket In Canowindra

The Sydney Thunder Cricket Bus visited St Edwards Primary School on Tuesday to promote Sydney Thunder and Cricket in the Central West. Mathew Tabbernor the Sydney Thunder Bus Development Manager in the Central West said, “We have been travelling all across NSW to encourage kids to become involved with the Thunder Nation.” An interactive video presentation was put on for the students with many prizes to be won. The students were very enthusiastic and their knowledge of cricket was outstanding. After the presentation students got to perfect their bowling skills as they aimed into the nets. Merryn Pereira Project Manager of Sydney Thunder said, “It’s all about getting people to love cricket in the region and so far we have had a lot of interest.” Principal of St Edwards, Ken McNamara said, “This day is about encouraging cricket in the town especially after our Year 6 boys competed in the Southern T20 Blast in Canberra, coming away with a credible 7th out of 16.” Sydney Thunder will be coming to Wade

Park in Orange on Sunday the 11th of December to play Hong Kong in the KFC Big Bash League Practice Match. There will be two games on the day, the first starting at 12.30pm then the second at 4pm. Many cricket stars will be making a possible appearance at the event such as Shane Watson, Mike Hussy and Pat Cummins. Tickets for the event can be purchased at Ticketek or at the gate on the day.

Nina Cuddy demonstrating the moonwalk as part of an activity for the Sydney Thunder Bus.

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