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CUNNINGHAM’S FIELD OF BABIES… The community is expected to turn up in full force for the rally at the hospital today. People are encouraged to bring along a named baby outfit. Getting ready for the rally were (L-R) Bianca McPhee with baby Ava Lewis, Amy Curtis with Evie and Archie Curtis, Tina Morrrison, Sam Gosper, Jess Galvin with Elsie, Robynne Skinner, Charlene Usher, Kristy Berry and Belinda McCorkell.

Rally For Parkes Babies In Parkes

The Parkes community is called on to rise up today for a rally at the Hospital at 12:30pm to stop the downgrading of maternity services. The Parkes Hospital has been in the news all week after a decision to temporarily close the maternity service due to an alleged shortage of medical proceduralists. Residents can also sign a petition of the NSW Nurses and Midwives Union at the rally and at local businesses to get to 10,000 signatures to present it to Parliament. On Tuesday the Parkes Chamber of Commerce stepped forward in support to organise a ‘field of babies’ for the rally. “We, as the business community, want to show our support for keeping the Parkes Maternity Ward open by decorating the lawn with named baby outfits. We live and work in Parkes and want to ensure that children continue to be

born in our wonderful Shire.” According the Parkes Chamber of Commerce President Geoff Rice “It is just devastating to lose such a basic necessity. We are trying to entice families to our town, but if you can’t offer them such a basic service, they might reconsider.” Geoff encouraged all residents and business owners to attend today’s rally to support the cause. Parkes Shire Mayor, Councillor Ken Keith OAM also expressed alarm and frustration over the decision and said: “It is exasperating that the situation has reached a crisis point. This dilemma has long been foreseen, as our long serving proceduralist neared retirement and should have been proactively planned and managed by Western NSW Local Health District. Continued on page 5

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Kath Swansbra How long have you lived in Parkes and what do you like most about living here? To appreciate Parkes one has to live here. I have lived here for 25 years. We have a great Council, good friendly people who care about you. Good schools, sporting facilities and the list goes on – I’m proud to be a ‘Parkesite’. Where do you work or what do you do currently and what do you enjoy about it? I am retired and like the idea of doing things when I like, how I like and if I like. I think I am becoming selfish. What is your favourite thing to do when you have free time? Nothing much – snooze, read the paper, make flowers for cake decorating in front of the TV and sometimes watch my granddaughters cycle. Go to church on Sundays.

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THUMBS UP To the Family Support Services team at Neighbourhood Centre for the staging of the marvellous Parkes Reading Day event!

THUMBS DOWN To people letting fruit on their trees go to waste. There are so many orange trees loaded with fruit around town at the moment - please give the fruit away if you don’t want to use it!

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What makes you proud? Decorating cakes and sugar art. If you could be an animal which one would you choose, and why? An echidna – echidnas are independent and selfsufficient. When afraid or in trouble they can roll up into a spiky ball and not be noticed. What is your all-time favourite movie, song and/or book, and why? Lord of the Rings – really impressed by background effects, drama and action, acting and particularly the cinematography. Tell us about your best holiday. Seine and Rhone River cruise in France. Visited Somme Battlefields of WWI and the D- Day landings on the beaches of Normandy. What is on your bucket list? Attend the ANZAC memorial service at Villers-Bretonneux France.

Community members who attended the inaugural meeting for the Pink Up Parkes initiative. Carolyn Rice accepted the position of chair and Marg Applebee is secretary.

Parkes In The Pink

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Parkes is a great town for getting behind ideas and the new committee formed for the Pink Up Parkes initiative in October is no exception. When Mayor Ken Keith was approached about the event he said: “I think we should do that to support our local McGrath Breast Care nurse Di Green.” Ken opened the inaugural meeting last Thursday affirming support of Di and the McGrath Foundation, while Di gave an overview of her role in our community. Her contract is renewed every three years and funding for that comes from community events. There are already major events planned for October, and the idea is to give them a pink flavour. The month will begin with a

Pink Morning Tea and field of Pink Women and continue with events including Central West Car Club’s Street Meet, Open Gardens, Antique Motor Club Swap Meet, Show ‘n Shine Car Show, Henry Awards, Marbles Championships and a Pink Paddle Event with Parkes Dragon Boat Club. In addition shops will be encouraged to Pink Up and schools invited to hold Pink Up mufti days. One in eight women in the Parkes and Forbes Shires will be affected by breast cancer. “It’s all these events that add up to my funding,” said Di, who is a vital resource for breast cancer sufferers and needs the whole community to get behind Pink Up Parkes in October. By Beth Thomas

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The first ever Autism Friendly Relaxed Performance of the Parkes M & D Society for Shrek Jr last weekend was a resounding success! It couldn’t have gone better according to the director, and was a wonderful and enlightening experience for everyone. Pictured are some of the patrons with cast members.

Air Bag Safety Threat: More than 223,000 faulty airbags, with a potential to seriously injure or kill vehicle occupants, need to be promptly replaced in NSW. Thousands of vehicles are still affected by the Takata airbag recall. Given the dangerous nature of the defective airbags, car manufacturers are worried by the reluctance of vehicle owners to arrange for the free work to be done. Vehicle owners can check the recall status of their vehicles at www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au or by texting TAKATA to 0487 AIRBAG (247 224). Mobile Black Spots: Riverina MP and Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack is encouraging people to identify mobile black spot areas and to engage with their local council, state MPs and his office. Rounds five and six of the Mobile Black Spot Program will focus on improving coverage at important community centres, such as medical facilities, schools and economic hubs. Submit applications by 26th July. For more information, visit: www. communications.gov.au/mbsp. Men’s Health Week: Men are in general very reluctant to do anything about

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QUESTION of the week their health. If we get regular checks, any nasties can be dealt with before they get out of hand. If we have at least an annual check-up, it would benefit us in the long run and, maybe, with a longer life. Men’s Health week is in place to remind us to have that check-up. It also gives us the opportunity to discuss men’s issues and discover that there is no need to be scared or afraid. This year the Parkes Prostate Cancer Awareness and Support Group is having a Sausage Sizzle at the Star Hotel on Monday, 24th June at 6pm to celebrate Men’s Health Week. Bring along your wife, partner or friend and share the evening. By Michael C. Lynch Arts Program: Arts OutWest is encouraging local groups to apply for the 2020 round of Country Arts Support Program funding. Applications for 2020 funding close Monday, 29th July. Country Arts Support Program grants of up to $3,000 are available. Projects could include workshops, arts activities as part of community festivals or events, artist-in-residence programs, public art and design projects, performances, community seminars and forums, exhibitions or other local arts initiatives. Funding groups must discuss their project with Arts OutWest before submitting an online application. Contact Arts OutWest on 02 6338 4657 or email artsoutwest@csu.edu.au

What are your thoughts on the potential closure of the Parkes Maternity Unit?

Eliza Carr with Declan Ross: It’s a bit ridiculous. I know lots of people who don’t want to go to Forbes or Orange because it’s too far away from their families.

Jacob and Tiffani Townsend with Creed: We think it’s a bit silly. Why couldn’t maternity staff be on call - only operating when needed. Some births are really quick and it could be difficult to get to Forbes or Orange, and very hard for the mum if she’s having contractions in the car.

The sixth full moon of the year was spectacular on Monday. It is called the Strawberry Moon, because in North America, the Algonquin tribes of Native Americans regarded the full moon as their sign to harvest wild strawberries. In the Southern Hemisphere, it can go by Oak Moon, Cold Moon or Long Night Moon.

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Teapots & Tea Towels Saturday 29th June from 11.30am St Georges Church Hall $10 entry includes Display and Soup & Slice Lunch

Jess Elliot holding Ruby, Lola in front and Isabelle Evans (right): Jess: I had to have Ruby in Forbes. It was a bit overwhelming and didn’t feel right not to have her in my home town where family is close and surroundings are familiar. Isabelle: It just makes me cranky. It’s a waste of money to have the facility and not use it.

JOBS IN THE CENTRAL WEST If you wish to display your teapot and/or tea towel please come after 8.30am on Saturday 29th June For more information phone Norma on 6862 2880 or 0409 622 888

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Award Increases The Fair Work Commission announced recently its annual wage review under the Fair Work Act 2009. All Australian employees who are on Federal Awards will be affected by this rise: • the National minimum wage is set to increase to $740.80 per week or $19.49 per hour (up 3%);

• Modern Award minimum wages will increase by 3%; NO GRAVITY… George and Oscar Hendry and Ashlee Trim joined astronaut Patrick Helean from Questacon at the Parkes Radio Telescope to try and imitate moon walking and floating for the launch of the CSIRO Open Days at the Dish next month.

Time To Be Moonstruck For 50th Anniversary

Where were you when those very first steps were taken on the Moon? If you were not born yet, you can make new memories on 20th and 21st July at the Parkes Radio Telescope for the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 landing on the Moon. “I was six years old at the time and watched it on TV,” said John Sarkissian, Operations Scientist at the Dish. “It is really exciting to be here for the anniversary. This is where the pictures came from.” On 21st July 1969 the signal from Parkes came through eight minutes and 51 seconds after the Apollo 11’s door opened. The quality from the Parkes feed was so good that NASA stayed with them for the rest of the two-and-a-half-hour broadcast, watched by 600 million people around the world. This meant Parkes played a vital role in cementing Australia’s place in one of hu-

manity’s greatest achievements. “I can’t wait for the Open Days, it’s going to be a blast,” said Dr Jane Kaczmarek, CSIRO astronomer at the Parkes Radio Telescope last Friday. “It is important for us to celebrate Apollo 11, because it was not just a scientific achievement, but it was a humankind achievement,” she said. “We are here to celebrate the global camaraderie that took place to make it possible, and to celebrate the pure achievement of putting somebody on the moon. It is also inspiring for next generations, for us to take that next big step into the future science.” Jane said she would like to see someone on the Moon again. “I’d like it to be me – to take that selfie!” Go to www.csiro.au/apollo11 for more details on the celebrations. By Maggi Barnard

• The National Training wage will increase by 3%;

• Modern Award minimum wages for those employees with a disability, and for those with training arrangements will increase by 3%; and • Classifications under the various awards will also increase.

Employers – Who is affected, what do they need to do and when? Employers will be required to review the employment contracts of any employees that are paid wages at the minimum wage (or within 3% of that), or are under a modern award or other industrial instrument such as an Enterprise Agreement. This increase must take effect in the pay period on or after the 1st July 2019. Employers should also make sure that they are paying their employees under the correct Award and are paying under the correct classification under the award. Failure to comply may not only incur large payments of back pay, but in some cases employers may also suffer a large fine imposed by the Courts. If we at MATTHEWS WILLIAMS can help you on any legal matter, feel free to call us.

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Writing Prize Is Jewell In Ella’s Crown

Dan Fredericks of Parkes Library congratulates Ella Butler on her success in the verse and short story competition of the Henry Lawson Festival. Ella won second place for her short story and highly commended for her poem.

“Once upon a time an old lady lived in a little cottage beside the sea with her only son. They did their best to make a living.” This is the start of 14-year-old Ella Butler’s short story she entered for the 62nd Henry Lawson Festival in Grenfell for which she won second prize. The festival is one of Australia’s longest running arts events celebrating one of the country’s best loved poets and writer of short stories. Ella has read all the folktales in the Parkes

Library and decided to write her own tale. “In contrast to contemporary settings, this lyrical story has the dream-like feel of classic fairy tales, and feels like it’s invented a new mythology as well,” said Narelle Harris who judged the short stories. “My name is Earth, for I have the gift to command the stones and trees.” Ella, who is home schooled in Parkes, was at first at a loss for words when she got the news of her prize, but said it was very ex-

citing that her writing efforts had achieved something. She is also very happy that it is no longer only her mum Amy who thinks well of her writing, but that other people also find it enjoyable. She credits the Parkes Library for not only promoting reading but writing too for its members. Ella has received a lot of support and encouragement from Dan Fredericks at the library, who regularly sends out emails about competitions and writing events to families with junior writers. “The Henry Lawson competition is very prestigious and gives writers nation wide exposure,” said Dan. “It is already an achievement to be a finalist, and winning a prize is great for Ella and all the hard work she’s put into her writing.” Ella also received a highly commended for her poem Darkness Riding. Mum Amy said entering competitions was a good way of motivating students. “We are seeing the fruits of the language-rich environment from birth encouraged by Rhonda Brain and her project,” said Amy of her daughter’s writing. “… soon Storm and Pearl were married and there was great rejoicing. And the five all lived happily ever after.” By Maggi Barnard

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The Mayor said the community had done its part in attracting doctors through the GP Working Group and fundraising initiatives, like the GP Cup which had invested over $100,000 in attracting doctors (including proceduralists) to Parkes. “With the Special Activation Precinct, construction of Inland Rail and other major developments, our region is experiencing unprecedented growth,” said the Mayor. “This decision seems to be contradictory to the growth that Parkes is experiencing and defies belief.” Member for Orange Phil Donato reacted to ‘the genuine concern brewing in Parkes and Forbes’ on his Facebook page saying: “I want to reassure the communities of Forbes and Parkes that I will be working feverishly to get to the bottom of this.” On Tuesday he delivered a notice of motion in the Legislative Assembly that he would move the house to demand that the Government immediately restore maternity services and maintain level 3 birthing at the Parkes Hospital, and he would call on the Government to urgently source and locate obstetric and anaesthetic services to Parkes Hospital, and implement contingency and succession planning for future resignations or retirement of medical practitioners. The Western NSW Local Health District released a statement saying there is a shortage of medical practitioners to support maternity services at both Parkes and Forbes. “The WNSWLHD is working hard to find ways to attract doctors to our communities. It is the intention to continue to provide birthing services at both Parkes and Forbes.” “To maintain safe maternity services the right medical, nursing and midwifery staff need to be available; there must be sufficient numbers of births to maintain skills and experience,” said a spokesperson for the Western NSW Local Health District. By Maggi Barnard and Beth Thomas

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Start Fresh And Finish Strong Now in its foundation year, Scots All Saints College is emerging as the leading co-educational College of excellence for Pre-K to Year 12 students in the Central West. The newly merged College has consistently outperformed all other schools in the region in academic excellence in HSC results (All Saints’ College in 2018) and ranked number 1 and 2 in NAPLAN results for all Years from 3, 5, 7, 9 in 2018 (All Saints’ College and The Scots School). To celebrate the Scots All Saints College vision of developing well-rounded, community-minded young men and women of purpose who strive for excellence in all their pursuits, a new Head of College, All-Rounder Scholarships have been launched. Scholarships allow new students entering Years 5 through to 12 in 2020, the opportunity to showcase their commitment to doing their best in music, sport, agriculture, academics citizenship and how they live the Christian values of the College. Scholarships are now open and students can apply in writing with copies of their latest school reports, NAPLAN results, references and a short letter on why they would like to join our College community. Applications close on 28th June and successful applications will be invited for an interview. Scots All Saints College has a strong boarding family tradition with more than 130 boarders in our recently renovated facilities at the picturesque Scots Campus in Bathurst. In response to families seeking a more convenient, one-stop school where sisters, bothers and cousins can stay together to live and learn at school, Scots All Saints College has announced the Extended Family Boarder Package. This is a multi-student discount for three or more students from the one family including siblings and cousins. In times of financial hardship and drought, it is important to provide a more affordable and smart choice for boarder families to access a quality independent education in regional NSW. All-Rounder Scholarships and the Extended Boarder Family Package are available for a limited time only. Register your interest now at www.scotsallsaints.nsw. edu.au/tryus and or contact 6331 3911 or info@scotsallsaints.nsw.edu.au.

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WHAT’S On 31 May Mid Jul

BreastScreen NSW in Parkes at The Little Theatre Carpark, cnr of Bogan & Dalton Streets. If you’re 50-74, book your free breast screen now on 13 20 50. It’s important, it’s free and it could save your life. 22 Jun Bat Out Of Hell - The Ultimate Meatloaf Tribute at Parkes Services Club from 9-11.30pm. Tickets at the club or online at : https://www.123tix.com.au/ events/2704/bat-out-of-hell-the-ultimate-meatloaf-tribute Contact 6862 1966 for more info. 22 Jun Joe Cocker Tribute by Australia's greatest soul voice Doug Parkinson at the Regional Theatre in Dubbo. Call 6801 4378 to book. 22 & 23 To The Moon And Back Art Workshops at the Parkes Library from midday – Jun 4pm for 12 – 17-year-old students creating a canvas artwork for the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing mission. Cost $20 per student. Places limited, book early at Parkes Library. 23-24 Jun Scots All Saints College Come and Try Boarding Sleepover and Try Senior School Day for more info call 6331 3911 or visit www.scotsallsaints.nsw.edu.au 24 Jun Sausage Sizzle by the Parkes Prostate Cancer Awareness and Support Group at the Star Hotel at 6pm to celebrate Men’s Health Week. 25 Jun Parkes Arthritis Support Group Education Meeting at 10am at AOG church hall, Rees Street. Speaker Dr Chris Carroll will share helpful hints on communicating with your GP and keeping healthy. All Welcome! 29 Jun National Parks Association of NSW 8km bush walk graded medium at Conimbla National Park, Wallaby and Ironbark Trails. Meet at Gooloogong Park at 9:15am. Walk leader Peter Cannon on 6866 1225. 29 Jun All things Teapots and Tea Towels with soup and slices lunch at St George's Hall, Church St. If you wish to display your teapot and/or tea towel, come after 8:30am on 29th June. For more information contact Norma on 6862 2880 or 0409 622 888. 29 Jun Bogan Gate CWA branch is hosting a free barbeque night for farmers and their families from Bogan Gate and Gunningbland at the Railway Hotel in Bogan Gate at 6:30pm. 30 Jun Monthly Market at Parkes Bowling and Sports Club from 10am-2pm. Inside stall holders $20; outside stall holders $10. Non-for-profit stalls free of charge. Book your stall at 6862 1446. Inquiries to Rhona 0427468220. 1-3 Jul The Mobile Blood Bank will be at the Little Theatre Carpark Cnr Bogan and Dalton Street from 9:45am – 3pm each day. You can make an appointment by calling 13 14 95 or visit www.donateblood.com.au 20-21 Jul Free Open Days to mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing at the Dish (CSIRO Parkes Observatory). See www.csiro.au/apollo11 for more detail. 30-31 Aug Heaven & Earth Legends Show at Hotel Gracelands. $85 ticket includes 2 course meal and show. Call 0400 012 111. Ongoing Parkes Torch Bearers for Legacy meets every third Monday of the month at 10:30am at the Parkes Services Club. Everyone welcome. Contact Margaret Cherry on 6862 4789. Ongoing CWA Meeting on the third Wednesday of the month at the Coachman at 5.30pm. Parkes Evening VIEW Club meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at 5:30pm for 7pm. Ongoing Georgie’s Pantry at 45 Currajong Street is open every Thursday from 10am – 3pm for pensioners and people with a health care card for groceries and fresh produce at very reasonable prices. Ongoing Farmers Friday at Georgie’s Hub supplying grocery staples, bread, fruit, vegetables and meat (when available) to farmers for free from 12.30 pm to 3pm. Enquiries call 0439 8750 54. Ongoing 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. Ongoing Parkes Aviation Museum is open Thursdays and Sundays. The ever-growing collection is located at the Parkes Regional Airport.

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PARKES SPORT

Thrilling Finish For CWD Fours

WESTERN WIN… The Parkes High School Western Champion tennis players are at the back (L-R) Gabe Goodrick, Joseph Tanswell, Jake Magill, Lachlan Tassell and Ben Evans. In front are Hannah Potts, Maddy McCormick, Holly McColl and Phoebe Potts.

Parkes High Tennis Teams Western Champs

Two Parkes High School tennis teams were crowned Western champions last Thursday. The open boys and open girls teams played the semi-finals and finals of the Stan Jones and Floris Conway Cups in Parkes. The girls team of Hannah Potts, Maddy McCormick, Holly McColl and Phoebe Potts defeated both Dubbo Senior College and

Blayney High in 8 set wins. The boys team, consisting of Gabe Goodrick, Joseph Tanswell, Jake Magill, Lachlan Tassell and Ben Evans won against Dubbo 7-1 and beat Bathurst High in a super entertaining final 5 sets to 3. The two teams now progress to the state finals of the Floris Conway Cup in August.

The CWD Fours and Senior Fours were played at Parkes Railway this week. In a magnificent final two Parkes teams played each other with a thrilling finish with only one point separating the teams after the last end. Gwenda Carty, Cherie Frame, Liz Byrne and Rhona Went defeated Kim Evans, Jan McPhee, Maree Grant and Pat Cooney. In the Senior Fours Joan Simpson’s team lost to Canowindra. It was a wintry day on Tuesday with two games of pairs and a game of triples played. Diane Howell, Hilda McPherson, and Merilyn Rodgers defeated Chris Curteis, Marja Iffland and Maureen Miller. In the pairs Eileen Bradley and June Burgess beat Frances Charlton and Betsy Johnstone, while Lea Orr and Lorraine Bates defeated Carol Reed and Helen Harvey. A Trading Table will be held next week on 25th June. Nominations for Club Triples are now open and close 9th July at 12pm. To play social bowls ring Table Selectors Betsy Johnstone and Marja Iffland between 9am and 9:30am. Social roster Minnie Riordan. By Rosemary Mitchell