CONGRATULATIONS… Margaret Dwyer celebrated her 90th birthday with the launch of her second novel of fiction called A Chain of Dreams.
A Celebration Fit for An Author
Local author Margaret Dwyer was not only the most popular person in Parkes on Saturday, but a new title was conferred on her. At the double celebration for the launch of her fourth book and marking her 90th birthday, Councillor Bill Jayet told the more than 100 people attending “Mardie is Parkes’ Barbara Cartland!”. Mardie, as she is known, sparkled and radiated youthfulness during Bill’s question and answer session about her life and her writing. “You do have the strangest questions,” she quipped when Bill asked her how she managed to get into the heads of her characters of the opposite sex. Staying with her characters, Mardie said the biggest surprise of the writing process was how her characters became very real. “They seemed to take over, and I wrote what they wanted me to write.” Following the “hard chat” session, Bill and
some of Mardie’s 14 great grandchildren launched her second book of fiction with confetti poppers. “We are all very proud of you,” said Bill. Mardie’s second book of fiction is a sequel to A Chain of Dreams published in 2016 and brings the O’Reagan family into the 21st century. Philippa O’Donnell read an excerpt from the book, Gemma Churchill shared a collection of amusing family stories and Hope Kealley-Smith performed songs while a long line of fans formed for Mardie to sign copies of her book. Bill quoted from You Never Walk Alone from the musical Carousel, sung by Mardie in the Parkes M & D production years ago: “Walk on, walk on with hope in your heart and you’ll never walk alone”. By Maggi Barnard
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May is Macula Month May is Macula Month, and a good reminder that if you are over 50 you should have regular macula health checks. The macula is the most sensitive part of the retina that deals with fine detail. A healthy macula is vital for good vision. Macular Degeneration (MD) is a disease affecting the macula causing central vision loss making it difficult to read, recognise faces, watch TV and even obtain a driver’s license. MD is the leading cause of blindness in Australia. It is more common as we age, and the risk increases if there is a family history of macula problems or of smoking. At Hansen Eyecare Plus Parkes we have the gold standard equipment, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) to help detect MD as early as possible. Ring or call in for an appointment.
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Anzac Day special guest Lieutenant Colonel Dave Heatley (back) met Tom Forrester (left) and his family. They are (L-R) daughter Narelle Sunderland with great grandson Toby Larkings (4), daughter Linda Parker and granddaughter Nicole Sunderland.
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THUMBS UP To our wonderful library staff for their creative and innovative programs. We’ve had a blast these school holidays!
THUMBS UP To the Parkes M & D Society for announcing its very first AutismFriendly Relaxed Performance (AFRP) for the Shrek Season. AFRP shows are specially adapted to be accessible to a wide range of audiences such as autism, learning disabilities, or sensory dispositions. Changes are made to lighting, sound cues and house lights left on at 50% level.
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Lieutenant Colonel Dave Heatley (middle) handed the school captains a special pin for their participation in Anzac Day. They are (L-R) Will Rix, Ethan Pay, Becky Wright and Daisy Dawson.
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ANIMAL Antics ABBA Festival tomorrow, 4th May with market stalls, dancing, best costume competitions and lots of fun activities for all ages, as well as Bjorn Again, the world-famous ABBA tribute band, renowned artists including Ben Ransom, Ingrid Mae, Amitie, MRQ and The Natalie Prevedello Duo. Tickets on sale at www.123tix.com
Parkes Shire Library is offering a new form of digital access to customers. The Hublet is ready-to-use selfservice unit with tablets for use in the library. Hublet keeps the tablets organised, charged and up to date. Library member Christopher Nielsen was happy to try out a tablet.
Charity Motorcycle Ride: On Saturday, 18th May the Midstate Motorcycle Club will be holding the annual Ironbark Dice Run charity ride again. Club President, Mick Littlewood of Parkes said: “In its 15th year, the Dice Run is a social day out for owners of road registered motorcycles and is aimed at raising money for a local charity.” This year’s ride will support Cystic Fibrosis Community Care at Westmead Hospital, after Mick saw an article about two local boys, Harry and Callum Rowbotham, suffering from cystic fibrosis. The ride, covering approximately 250km, attracts motorcyclists from Bathurst, Orange, Cowra and Dubbo. Participants will ride from Parkes to Yeoval via Tomingley then on to lunch at the Molong RSL before finishing in Canowindra. At stops along the way each motorcyclist rolls the dice and, at the end of the day, the highest combined score is declared the winner. Registration starts at Kelly Reserve at 9am. Cost is $20 per rider and $10 per pillion. For more information contact Martin Bell on 0429 346 586. Money, Money, Money: The time has come ‘to take a chance on’ the Trundle
Bogan Gate Market Weekend: The annual market weekend is taking place again at the Bogan Gate Community Memorial Hall on Saturday, 4th May from 9am to 3pm and Sunday, 5th May from 8am to 12 noon to raise funds for renovations to the hall. Go for a drive or drop in on your way to ABBA in Trundle. Free Child Restraint Checks: Ensure the safety of your children and make use of the free checks by RMS Authorised Child Restraint Fitters on Monday, 6th May at Lions Park from 10am to 2pm. Two out of three child restraints are not used properly putting children at risk in the event of a crash. Bookings are essential, phone 6861 2364 to secure your place. Free coffee while you wait and free advice on national child restraint laws.
Parkes has an electric vehicle fast charger, situated on the car park at The Little Theatre on Bogan Road. The NRMA charger forms part of a network that would cover 95% of members’ road trips with more than 40 chargers all across Australia. The charger is free to use at the moment, and will be free for NRMA members in future.
Disaster Assistance For Parkes
Disaster relief for communities in the Parkes Local Government Area was announced following the destructive storm on 22nd January. The NSW State Emergency Service received more than 250 requests for assistance following the storm and flooding. The disaster relief was welcomed by the Member for Riverina and Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack. “It is a cruel irony that areas suffering from this insidious drought were hit by ferocious storms which did nothing to break the dry spell,” he said. Assistance is provided through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). Financial support is available to help af-
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fected individuals, small businesses, primary producers and councils to get back on their feet. Assistance measures available under the DRFA may include: help for eligible people whose homes or belonging has been damaged; support for affected local councils to help with the costs of cleaning up and restoring damaged essential public assets; concessional interest rate loans for small businesses, primary producers and nonprofit organisations; freight subsidies for primary producers and; grants to eligible non-profit organisations. More information is available at disasterassist.gov.au and the NSW emergency information and response website at emergency.nsw.gov.au.
Keeping Pets Warm In Winter
RSPCA NSW recommends a few key tips to keep your beloved pet warm and healthy this winter: • Sleeping: Outdoor pets need well-insulated shelter that is weather proof, such as the laundry or another protected area. Indoor pets will love it if their bed and blanket are placed in the cosiest part of the house. Older pets may need to wear a coat at night. Never use a hot water bottle or wheat bags, as these can overheat and cause burns. • Sunlight: Getting enough warmth is just as important during the day. Move kennels into the sun, and cat beds into light drenched windows. • Coats: If you’re out for a walk in winter consider a waterproof walking coat for your dog. Make sure the coat is fitted correctly and is not too tight or too loose. • Food: Pets feel hungrier in winter as they burn more calories to stay warm. Ask your vet if you’re not sure how much to feed your pet to avoid weight gain. • Water: Many dogs do not drink enough water during winter months. Add something like a stock cube, or a teaspoon of vegemite in warm water with their dinner. Make sure the water is warm, not hot. • Exercise: Exercise is important even in winter. Take your pet for a walk, making sure to accessorise short-haired breeds with a warm jacket. • Grooming: Pets’ fur is designed to keep the warmth against their skin, but the heating system doesn’t work right if their fur is matted or tangled. Regularly groom your pet. The Pet Barn in Parkes can supply your pets’ needs for the winter, including selfwarming beds and dog coats.
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Even though mums give us so much help and love every day, there’s only one Mother’s Day, and this year it is on Sunday, 12th May. Show your appreciation and love and make it a memorable day this year. Here are some ideas to help you make Mother’s Day 2019 as special for your mum, as special as she is to you. Children love to make homemade gifts. There are plenty of very handy DIY ideas online to give mum a very special gift that she will be able to use for a long time to come. Many ideas use supplies you already have hanging around the house, including yarn, paper, a mason jar, even an old shirt! If you need a quote for the home made Mother’s Day card, here are some ideas:
• For when a child is born the mother also is born again. – Gilbert Parker • All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother. – Abraham Lincoln
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• Being a full-time mother is one of the highest salaried jobs… since the payment is pure love. – Mildred B. Vermont
• My mother had a great deal of trouble with me, But I think she enjoyed it. – Mark Twain • Children are the anchors of a mother’s life. – Sophocles
• Men are what their mothers made them. – Ralph Waldo Emerson • My mother is a walking miracle. – Leonardo DiCaprio
• The mother’s heart is the child’s schoolroom. – Henry Ward Beecher
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Day Of Thanks And Quiet Reflection Hundreds of Parkes residents turned up for the annual Anzac Day March led by 97-yearold World War II veteran Thomas Forrester. Tom, accompanied by his daughter Narelle Sunderland, was pushed in his wheelchair by Corporal Craig Cole and joined by the official Anzac Day special guest Lieutenant Colonel Dave Heatley. The Parkes Shire Concert Band set the pace for the rest of the procession of ex-servicemen and women and their relatives, and a good number of students representing seven schools, as well as other community groups. The younger generation also featured when the Parkes East Public School captains, Will Rix and Daisy Dawson, and the Parkes High School captains, Ethan Pay and Becky Wright, addressed the civic commemoration in Cooke Park. Lieutenant Colonel Dave Heatley specially thanked the students for embracing Anzac Day. “It will become part of your responsibility to continue this into the future,” he said. “Today is a special day for our country as we remember those who served in the Australian Defence Force. It is also a day of thanks and quiet reflection on what a lucky country we live in,” said Dave. “In a perfect world there would be no wars, no aggression and no requirement for a defence force. Unfortunately, this is not the
case and we need to preserve peace in our region and elsewhere in the world.” Dave, who joined the army after completing his schooling at Parkes High School in 1982, said some people say Anzac Day glorifies war. “But veterans will be the first to say that their greatest wish is that their children and this nation never have to witness the horrors of war again. We commemorate this special day to reflect on our freedoms that had been hard won and to recognise the futility of war.” By Maggi Barnard
Are you our next board director? Nominations for the 2019 Board elections are now open and members are invited to the ParkesServices Club’s Board Nomination Information Session. Your Club Board plays a vital role in ensuring the success of your Club. The Parkes Services Club is looking for the next generation of Club Directors with a diverse range of skill sets and backgrounds to join our Board of Directors. Becoming a Director can be rewarding both personally and professionally, and by serving on the Board you will be giving back to your community in an important way. Attend the upcoming Board Nomination Information Session at Parkes Services Club on 6th May 2019 at 6.00 pm to find out important information about the roles and responsibilities of a Club Director.
Thomas Forrester, the only surviving male WWII veteran in Parkes, lead the Anzac Day March. Behind him are (L-R) Narelle Sunderland, Corporal Craig Cole, President of the Parkes RSL Sub-Branch Terry Knowles and Anzac Day special guest Lieutenant Colonel Dave Heatley.
Contact the General Manager Denis Lane on 02 6862 1966 for additional information and to register your interest. Terry Knowles, President
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To make the day even more special, get the kids to help whip up a delicious brunch or treat for mum (remember to clean the kitchen as well!). Create a playlist for your Mother’s Day brunch, lunch or dinner with these sentimental songs… 1. Mama’s Song — Carrie Underwood 2. I Hope You Dance — Lee Ann Womack 3. A Song For Mama — Boyz II Men 4. Mom — Garth Brooks 5. Turn To You — Justin Bieber 6. Hey Mama — Kanye West 7. The Best Day — Taylor Swift 8. Baby Mine — Alison Krauss 9. Like My Mother Does — Lauren Alaina 10. Mama Liked Roses — Elvis Presley
A Mother’s Day film is a great way to end a fun day with Mum. Here are a few movie ideas she might enjoy … 1. Bend It Like Beckham (2002) 2. Brave (2012) 3. Juno (2007) 4. Knocked Up (2007); 5. Terms of Endearment (1983) 6. The Perfect Man (2005) 7. The Big Sick (2017) 8. Tiny Furniture (2010); 9. Life as We Know It (2010) 10. The Parent Trap (1998).
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Serve The Parkes Community The election of Directors for the Board of the Parkes Services Club will take place at the AGM on Sunday, 27th May at 10am. “The prospective director would need a high level of entrepreneurial skill, be a strategic thinker, have empathy with the aims and goals of the Club’s members and be a team player,” said Club President, Terry Knowles. “The Parkes Services Club is a multimillion-dollar organisation focusing on entertainment, food, bars, gaming, functions, its members and community support. It is a cooperative and a not-for-profit entity.” “Club directors play a vital role in ensuring the success of a club. We are looking for the next generation of club directors with a diverse range of skill sets and backgrounds to join our Board.” According to Terry the role of a director is the formulation of the strategic direction of the Club, oversighting and responsibility for the financial stability and performance of the Club, overarching responsibility of the Club and the preparation of and implementation of its strategic plan. “Directors are not paid and do not receive an honorarium. Their work is entirely voluntary, but they do receive out of pocket expenses when travelling.” “Directors are required to complete compulsory training in the first year. Board meetings are held every month, and committee meetings are held regularly and special formal or informal meetings held from time to time. Director attendance is expected.” Applications are now open to members. Non-members can join to be eligible to stand as a board member. Nominations close Sunday, 12th May at 5pm. Feel free to contact the General Manager, Denis Lane on 6862 +1966 to discuss being a Director or for more information.
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5a grenfell st, parkes 2870 ph: 02 6862 2811 The team at Regos Plus Tyre & Mechanical are ecstatic to be finalists in the Regional Business Awards in Mudgee on 10th May. It was a great phone call informing us we were finalists the Excellence in Small Business category and Patrick in Young Entrepreneur. We are a customer service focused workshop with high attention to detail. Our aim is to make vehicle maintenance a simple, easy process. With a large range of car and 4X4 tyres in stock, we can keep you moving whether you need a rego check, logbook service or a complete suspension overhaul.
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We are very excited to be finalists in the Excellence in Social Enterprise category of the 2019 Western NSW Regional Business Awards! We are a not for profit volunteer-based organisation with 56 years of service helping people stay in their homes longer through healthy eating and great nutrition. With a staff of four employees and a team of over 230 dedicated volunteers we ensure Parkes Meals on Wheels delivers more than just a meal to our 98 clients. If you wish to volunteer, or know someone who might need a meal, contact us on 6862 6189.
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NPM Awards Indigenous Scholarships The Northparkes Indigenous Scholarships for 2019 were awarded during a presentation held at the mine last month. Sophie Cusack from Parkes has been accepted into Charles Sturt University in Bathurst to study a Bachelor of Nursing and Kristi Logan from Peak Hill has been accepted into Charles Sturt University in Dubbo to study a Bachelor of Nursing. Sophie and Kristi will both receive $5,000 per year of their study as part of their nontechnical scholarship. The recipients also received a laptop, and will be given work placements at Northparkes and throughout Australia. “I am extremely grateful,” said Sophie. “Not only has it given me the opportunity to
attend university, but it will assist with purchasing text books and support during my work placements.” Sophie wants to specialise in mental health. “This is a wonderful opportunity and I hope that I can encourage others to get involved in the future. Once I finish my degree, I am really hoping to go into community health. It is underutilised and understaffed area,” said Kristi. Hubert Lehman, Managing Director Northparkes, said: “It is with great pleasure that we welcome Sophie and Kristi to the scholarship program. We welcome them to our employee pipeline and wish them all the best in their studies.”
At the award ceremony were (L – R) Hubert Lehman and Stacey Kelly of Northparkes with the two recipients Sophie Cusack and Kristi Logan (middle).
How To Increase Wool Clip Lowest Soil Carbon In 100 Years Central West Lachlan Landcare (CWLL) will be hosting a workshop on Wednesday, 8th May focusing on managing soils for climate and market change. Guest speakers Guy Webb and Callen Thompson will present the latest information on cover cropping, increasing soil carbon and climatic expectations moving forward. “This is not only an opportunity for local landholders and interested community members to learn more about the opportunities to increase soil carbon and look at the possibilities to adapt farming systems, but to gain a greater understanding of using these options to increase productivity and profitability,” said Chairperson, Ben Kerin. Guy Webb is an agronomist with Agriwest in Forbes and the Founding Director of Soil C Quest, a not for profit organisation researching ways to empower farmers to draw down carbon, combining knowledge of microbiology and agricultural systems. Callen Thompson is a Senior Land Services Officer with Central West Local Land Services heading up the National Landcare Program assisting landholders to adapt their enterprise to meet the changing climatic conditions. This includes matching pasture and crop species and livestock requirements to feedbase capability. Workshops are in Parkes (12.30pm – 3pm) and Forbes (5pm – 7.30pm) on Wednesday, 8th May. RSVP to Marg on 0418 611 053 or cwllpo@hotmail.com.
Australia’s wool clip is forecast to be down to the lowest level in almost 100 years, mainly due to the drought. The Australian Wool Production Forecasting Committee has forecast the clip to be down by 12.7% on last year — a drop of 43 million kilograms, and the lowest yield since 1924 when the Australian wool industry was much smaller. As drought grips many of Australia’s wool growing regions, farmers are destocking to reduce how much they have to spend feeding their animals. Committee chair Russell Pattinson said: “While there were fewer sheep to shear, the industry was also receiving less wool per sheep. There’s one critical factor and that is the ongoing drought conditions in large parts of Australia’s wool producing regions.” “We’re looking at a 7% reduction of the sheep shorn and a 4.5% reduction in the average cut per head. Next shearing season is not looking any better, with the committee’s initial forecast for the 2019–2020 period down again, this time by 4.5%.” It’s not just the numbers that are an issue for wool producers and shearers. Michell Wool processes wool at its factory in Adelaide. Before they can process it, though, they have to clean the dust out of it. But the severity of the drought meant there was not enough ground cover to prevent erosion, meaning a lot more dust in wools. (Source: ABC News)
PARKES NSW & ST GEORGE QLD Ostini Wool specialises in wool marketing and can advise growers in all aspects of your wool clip preparation. We can market your wool through a number of different options. • Sale by Auction – Flat Rate per Bale • Private Treaty Marketing • VOT Marketing
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QUESTION of the week Whose medals are you wearing and what does it mean to you?
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6 May Stephanie McNaughton (8): My great grandfather’s medals, Vic McNaughton. I am wearing the medals to remember him.
6-11 May 6 May 8 May 8 May
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Tyla Cavallaro: My great grandfather’s, Josh Cavallaro, who still lives in Narromine. It brings me a lot of pride and makes me happy, and he is proud when his family represents him.
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18 May 22 May 27 May Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Nicayden Greenwood: My great grandfather’s, Harry Bede Kirk who was a pilot in New Guinea. It is a proud day for me to keep the spirit of the Anzac’s alive.
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Trundle Farm Tours and Devonshire Tea. Join a three-hour guided tour from Trundle Memorial Hall at 9am or 1pm. Book tickets, $30, on 6892 1073. CanAssist Garage Sale – furniture only at the Parkes Showground from 8am. CanAssist Garage Sale $5 box sale at the Parkes Showground from 8am1pm. Special Mother’s Day lamingtons and raffle. The Kransky Sisters at the Trundle Memorial Hall at 6pm on 3rd; 10am and 12pm on 4th. Tickets $30, book at 123tix.com.au. Trundle ABBA Festival celebrating 30 years of Björn Again, plus Ben Ransom, Ingrid Mae, Amitie, MRQ, The Natalie Prevedello Duo. Tickets and info at trundleabbafestival.com.au Bogan Gate Community Memorial Hall Annual Market Weekend from 9am to 3pm on Saturday 8am to 12 noon on Sunday to raise funds for renovations to the hall. Support the community on your way to the ABBA Festival or take a drive out. Free child restraint inspections by RMS Authorised Child Restraint Fitters at Lions Park from 10am - 2pm. Bookings essential, phone 6861 2364 to secure your place. Parkes Library’s annual book sale. Prices start at 50 cents, many bargains! Monday Monthly Meal at the Uniting Church hall at 5:30pm, doors open at 5:15pm. All welcome to enjoy a home style meal provided by the Uniting Church ladies. CanAssist Bingo at the Parkes Bowling and Sports Club at 1pm. Central West Lachlan Landcare presents a free workshop on Managing Soils For Climate And Market Change at the Parkes Services Club from 12:30pm – 3pm and at the Forbes Services Memorial Club from 5pm – 7:30pm. RSVP to Marg on 0418 611 053 or cwllpo@hotmail.com. Craft Corner AGM at 257 Clarinda Street, Parkes at 10am. Call 6862 3240 for any enquiries. Parkes Christian School Kindergarten and Primary Expo at 6pm. Creche available, supper provided. Southern Cross Care Village Fete at the Village grounds, Middleton Street from 10am. Nigel Stanley at Parkes Services Club from 4pm. Lachlan Area Suicide Prevention Network invites everyone (18 years and older) to a free screening of the feature length documentary film Suicide - The Ripple Effect upstairs at the Parkes Services Club. Light supper provided. Phone 0400 137 300 for information and attendance. Federal Election Day National Simultaneous Storytime at the Parkes Shire Library at 9:30am and 11am. Book: Alpacas with Maracas by Matt Cosgrove. Holy Family Parish School 2020 Kindergarten Information Night at 6pm. Everyone welcome. Probus Club of Parkes meets every second Friday of the month at Parkes Leagues Club at 10am for a cuppa and chat, then the meeting at 10.30am. New members welcome. St George’s Soul Café is open the first two Saturdays of the month from 2 – 5pm in the church hall. Enjoy home-made food at very reasonable prices and good conversation. Parkes Community Choir every Thursday at the Community Centre in Cooke Park from 7 – 8:30pm. All welcome! Parkes Toy Library, a not-for-profit service operated by St. George’s Anglican Church, is open every Monday from 3:30 – 6:30pm during school terms for children ages 0 to 8 years old. Located in the Lower Hall with entry via Souden Lane carpark.
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Time for Parkes Library’s annual book sale. Opens Monday, 6th May to 11th May Prices start at 50 cents, many bargains!
NATIONAL SIMULTANEOUS STORYTIME
Wednesday 22nd May, 9:30am and 11:00am Alpacas with Maracas by Matt Cosgrove is the book to read and enjoy together this year. National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) is an annual campaign that aims to encourage more young Australians to read and enjoy books. This is the 19th successful year of reading fun. Parkes Shire Library will host this event in the Coventry Room with pre-schools and child care facilities already booked in for both sessions. Please bring your pre-school age children to either session and have a great time reading a colourful, vibrant and fun story together as a community.
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WHEN: Starts Tuesday, 7th May 4pm - 5pm Explore technology and learn to use Scratch to create your own cool projects. Designed for those with no prior knowledge. This is run over six weeks, one afternoon per week. Bookings are essential, please come into Parkes Library to register your child prior to starting date. Don’t be disappointed places are limited.
HUBLET
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Offering a new form of digital access to our customers at Parkes Library. Loan a tablet for use anywhere in the library and complete your banking, emails, book reading or any other digital activity from the comfort of our lounge chairs. This tablet when docked will have all personal activities removed, protecting your online privacy and details. This is a self-service facility. All you need is your library card and your password. Acting Cultural, Education and Library Manager, Andrea Lovell said: “This is another tool to support equal access to the digital world for our community.” Come in and take the opportunity to relax and complete your online activities within a safe, secure and pleasant environment. Staff are very happy to show you how to use the Hublet.
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CLASSIFIEDS CanAssist Bingo 8th May, 1pm at the Bowling Club. CanAssist Garage Sale 3rd May Furniture 4th May $5 box sale at the Parkes Show Ground 8am-1pm Special Mothers Day Lamingtons and Raffle. Bogan Gate Community Memorial Hall MARKET WEEKEND Saturday 4th May - 9am to 3pm Sunday 5th May – 8am to 12 noon Souvenirs, Devonshire Teas, Cakes, Craft, Jewellery, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Jams, Chutneys, Towels. Plants and much more. For more information contact Shelley on 02 6863 1126 or Ros on 02 6864 1023. WINE BARRELS FOR SALE Half wine barrels $130 each Full wine barrels $250 each Ph: Parkes Brick & Pavers 6862 2253
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PARKES SPORT
Sensational Silver For Parkes Paddlers
Five Parkes paddlers came home with a silver medal from the Australian National Dragon Boat Championships in Canberra over Easter. Warren and Donna Edwards, Rochelle Smith, Linda Snyman and Maggi Barnard are members of the Parkes Dragon Boat Club (PDBC) and were selected to represent Western NSW at the Nationals where more than 3,000 paddlers competed over six days at Weston Park in Canberra. The Western team competed on Day four in the state vs state competition and came second in the 500m race in a time of 2.09.73. Victoria won the race in 2.08.91 and NSW North Coast was third in 2.10.74. PDBC President Bill Thomas said it was a mighty effort from the Western mixed team. “Well done to the ‘Fab Five’ in representing PDBC. All members are certainly proud of your achievements!” Linda Snyman, who was in the State team for the first time, said: “I was so proud to be representing Western NSW – winning the medal was an added bonus and made the months of hard training, both on and off the water, worthwhile.” First time Western coach Louise Linke from Bathurst was overjoyed with her team’s success. ”You improved your time from the
heat and came second in the final. Fantastic job - you are the second best mixed regional team in Australia!” Both the opens (men) and women’s teams also made it to the finals of the 500m races, which were both very closely contested. The opens team improved on their heat time and came fourth. The Women had a tough ‘gig’ racing in two heats before the final. In the final the last four teams only had 0.30 difference between them with the NSW Western
team in sixth place. The Western squad consisted of members of six other clubs in the Central West from Dubbo, Forbes, Orange, Bathurst, Lithgow and Wagga Wagga. The PDBC will be celebrating its first anniversary on Sunday, 26th May with a Come and Try Paddling day from 11am to 3pm at Lake Endeavour. Everyone is invited to enjoy the sunshine at the lake and a barbeque. For more information contact 0418 253 045.
The Western NSW team in Canberra. (Photo: Michael Daniel Photography):
PARKES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Looking for a rich country experience? Looking to develop your teaching and leadership experience? Wanting to be a part of an emerging force in education? Then we have the school for you! Parkes Christian School has been operating for 35 years and has over 220 students from K-12. The cohesive staff body, dynamic leadership and supportive community make PCS an exciting and satisfying place to work. Our school is looking to fill the following position.
Business Manager (Full-time)
MATERNITY RELIEF POSITION
ool will have a vacancy for a Maternity Leave Position from August 2016 to approximately mid-May-2017.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
SELECTION CRITERIA:
sual Arts Year 7 – 12 and Year 7 English. There may be some flexibility around the teaching load.
Parkes Christian School is seeking expressions of interest for a
this position will be a committed Christian who is active in their full-time Business Manager. Flexible starting date from August ill have suitable teaching qualifications and accreditation, as also beParkes an outstanding educator with experience teaching Christian School is locatedin in the Central West of NSW, tage 6 students and keen to teach English at any level.
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within easy reach of cities such as Orange, Bathurst, Canberra and and
need toDubbo. have a willingness to become involved in the life of the Parkes Shire Council says, “Enjoy the space, the lifestyle d to be adaptable to the changing needs of a growing school. more affordable housing that Parkes has to offer. Parkes is a
thriving centre, largeemail enough to provide quality education, information or aninland application form please cs.nsw.edu.au or contactand the Principal, Graham Hope, via the whilst still small enough employment investment opportunities School Office (02)a 6862 4164. to provide quaint rural lifestyle where most things are only a 2 minute traffic-free drive away, not to mention The Dish and the annual Elvis Festival”. Parkes is a great place to raise a family!
The Business Manager’s role is responsible to the Principal for the overall financial management of the school. They are responsible to the Principal and report to the School Board in matters of administration, industrial relations and financial controls, including the annual budget, fee collection, fee rebates and account payments.
Essential Requirements • Proficient user of Microsoft and Google applications • Experience in business management
• Committed Christian with proven involvement in their local church • Current NSW Working With Children’s Check Highly Desired • Experience in managing building projects
• Accounting or Management qualifications
• Previous experience in an educational environment • A high level of IT knowledge and expertise
• Experience in maintaining and streamlining information systems • Previous experience with Xero
For all enquiries please email: principal@parkescs.nsw.edu.au EOI closing 31st May 2019.
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What is the Parkes Special Activation Precinct? On Tuesday 7 May and Wednesday 8 May you can come and find out firsthand
Join our community bus tour You are invited to join a bus tour where you will hear about the vision for the Parkes SAP firsthand, and have a chance to ask any questions. The bus will leave from the Astro Dish Motel at 4:45pm on Tuesday 7 May, and return at 5:45pm.
RSVP early to secure your spot parkessap@dpc.nsw.gov.au
1300 REGION (73 44 66)
All community members are welcome, although this event is not suitable for small children.
Visit our pop up information stand On Tuesday 7 May and Wednesday 8 May, Special Activation Precinct staff will be at 203 Clarinda St, Parkes (the old Commonwealth Bank building). Please drop by any time between 11am and 4pm to have a chat and share your views and aspirations. We have small giveaways for everyone who contributes an idea, no matter how grand or small.
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CAN’T MAKE IT ON ELECTION DAY?
If you know you can’t vote on Saturday 18 May, you can vote early. It’s amazing how powerful a piece of paper can be on election day. If you are an Australian citizen aged 18 years or over, you are required by law to vote. So, if you’re unable to make it to a polling place on election day, you can vote early at an early voting centre or apply for a postal vote. You can vote early if you are at work on Saturday 18 May, or will be outside the electorate where you are enrolled. There are other reasons you can vote early – visit www.aec.gov.au/early to find out more.
Your vote will help shape Australia.
To learn more
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Authorised by the Electoral Commissioner, Canberra.