The Parkes Phoenix Issue 20

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Friday 15 July 2016

ISSUE 20

THE R O F D E R A P E R P R? COOL WEATHE

IMAGE: Stefanie Loader, Kerrod Griffiths, Stacey Kelly, Gabrielle Ebsworth and Jacques Labuschagne

Northparkes Indigenous Scholarships Awarded

On Wednesday 29th June, the 2016 Northparkes Mines Indigenous Scholarships were awarded to Gabrielle Ebsworth and Kerrod Griffiths. Gabrielle is from Narromine and is currently studying a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Melbourne. Kerrod, who is from Condobolin, is currently studying a Bachelor of Health Science (Indigenous) at the University of Wollongong.

The scholarship presentation was held at Northparkes and attended by scholarship holders, their families and Ralph Smith and Rob Clegg from the Northparkes Wiradjuri Executive Committee. The Welcome to Country was delivered by Rob Clegg to open the proceedings, who said; “I’m so happy to see young Indigenous people going to university and moving forward.”

Northparkes Managing Director Stefanie Loader welcomed the scholarship holders and their families to Northparkes, “You are a part of our future, and we hope you find

your place at Northparkes,” she said. Kerrod said he appreciated the financial support provided by the scholarship. “Down the road I see myself moving back to the country and working in public health, helping Indigenous people.” Gabrielle Ebsworth said; “I might work in Indigenous Affairs when I’m older, I think it’s important and more effective when Indigenous people help each other.”

In addition to financial support, students receive work placements on site at Northparkes and throughout Australia. Gabrielle and Kerrod join a cohort of eight Indigenous tertiary students across NSW who study in a variety of fields including electrical engineering, environmental science, social work, and communication and media. The program is in its fifth year and is available to Indigenous students aged 30 years or younger who have been accepted into a tertiary degree.

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LETTERS...

MAYORAL NOTES This year’s annual trip to Weberek in East Timor was a success despite the constant rain. We installed new solar panels and replaced the meter on the water bore, doubling the capacity of the village water supply. We also held a fencing demonstration day teaching locals how to use strainer posts by erecting a fence around the health clinic. We continued the good rapport with the villagers enjoying a community volleyball game, which the locals won convincingly. The container of hospital equipment is yet to arrive in Dilli but when it does Bill Shalvey the coordinator of the operation will head back with a few others to receive and distribute the items. Geoff Steventon needs congratulations for his organisation of this and previous trips to East Timor.

Parkes welcomes world renowned astronomers for AstroFest this weekend. The annual conference and astrophotography festival endeavours to expose the people of the Central West to the wonders of modern astronomy.

Local Government Elections will be held on Saturday 10th September. Anyone wishing to find out more about becoming a Parkes Shire Councillor is invited to attend an information session. The information sessions will be held on Wednesday 27th July and Wednesday 3rd August at Parkes Shire Council’s Administration Centre from 5.30pm. Visit parkes.nsw.gov.au for details.

Enjoy a happy and safe weekend.

Yours Faithfully, Cr Ken Keith OAM

Dear Editor, It will be a very sad day if Parkes Ladies Gym, Curves, has to close at the end of August after operating for nearly 10 years in the town.

Many members have been attending for 9 plus years and many have come and gone only to return again as they realise the benefits of the exercise circuit in calm, secure and friendly surrounds. For me, I consider it as a prescription to help manage my health and wellbeing, others have found it helps them lose weight and keep fit. All this will be lost if someone does not come forward to take on the gym from its current owner who is wanting to retire.

With sadness but with much appreciation we will be farewelling Barb who has done a wonderful job in setting up and managing Curves in various locations in Parkes.

It would be great if a new owner could be found soon.

A very grateful Curves Member Dear Editor, Essential Energy would like to remind tradespeople, scaffolders and other construction workers to be aware of the potential for electrical hazards on the worksite and stay safe around electricity.

Regional manager Northern, Mark Summers, said plant equipment and temporary structures should be kept well clear of the electricity network.

“Powerlines can be situated underground and overhead and workers should be aware of their location before picking up a jackhammer, operating machinery or excavating an area,” Mark said; “We recommend every worker, from the foreman through to the apprentice complete an onsite safety induction before commencing work – identifying the location of all electrical hazards.”

The Electricity Supply Act requires any excavation work to be logged with the

free Dial before you dig referral service at www.1100.com.au, to identify the location of underground utility assets.

The safe operating distance for workers and their equipment from overhead powerlines is three metres for distribution and transmission lines up to 132kV and four metres for scaffolding.

If scaffolding has the potential to encroach within four metres of powerlines, builders must contact Essential Energy to ensure safety controls are implemented to keep workers safe.

“We also recommend a competent safety observer be assigned to each worksite to monitor work teams and guide machinery movements near overhead powerlines,” Mark said.

For more information contact 13 23 91.

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NSW Council Elections Parkes Shire Council 10 September 2016 ROLLS OF ELECTORS

enrolment claim forms may be obtained from An election of councillors for Parkes Shire Council Parkes Shire Council at 2 Cecile Street Parkes will be held on Saturday, 10 September 2016.

NSW 2870, phone 6861 2333, council@parkes. nsw.gov.au or will be forwarded upon request NON-RESIDENTIAL ROLLS to Council.

If you are an owner, rate-paying lessee or The claim must be completed and lodged occupier of rateable land which is not your with Parkes Shire Council on or before 5.00pm primary residence, you or a nominee may Friday 29 July 2016. be entitled to be enrolled on the roll of nonresidential owners of rateable land or the roll If a claim for non-residential enrolment was of occupiers and rate-paying lessees for this made for a previous council election, and you election. wish to claim enrolment for this election, you Details of the eligibility criteria for a claim and

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must re-apply.

RESIDENTIAL ROLL All electors enrolled on the Commonwealth/ State electoral roll as at Friday 29 July 2016 residing in Parkes Shire will be included on the roll for the election.

To check your enrolment details or to obtain a residential enrolment form visit www.votensw. info or call 1300 135 736.

Voting in Local Government (Council) elections is compulsory for all electors included on the residential roll.

Kent Boyd, GENERAL MANAGER

Milky Way over Bonnie Doon captured by Neil Creek, finalist in the “David Malin Awards”

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SNIPPETS...

3.30pm. If you’re doing a spot of shopping in town today, be sure to pop by and see what the stall has to offer. The stall is being set up prior to the Parkes Country Music Muster which will be held at the Parkes Service Club on Sunday 17th July from 1pm.

The Music Muster will feature guest artist, Gary Hollier and entry is $5.

IMAGE: Olympian Scott Westcott and Parkes Mayor Ken Keith at the Parkes Fun Run this year.

Parkes Olympians: One of the youngest players in the Hockeyroos squad at just 17 years old, Parkes local Mariah Williams is set to play with her team in the upcoming Rio Olympic Games. Mariah has always been active, playing soccer, touch footy and hockey. She secured her place in this year’s Australian team last year when she won gold in the Oceania cup and placed sixth in the World League Final. Mariah will join other Parkes local Scott Westcott, who will be competing in the marathon, in Rio. Scott secured his spot on the Rio team two days after his fortieth birthday, when he ran a qualifying time of 2:15.30 at the 2015 Berlin Marathon. Scott was a high school teacher for eleven years, teaching maths, science, physical education and agriculture.

We wish both Olympians the best of luck at the Games!

Muster for Music: Today the Parkes Country Music Club will be setting up a street stall in Clarinda Street from 8.30am until

Fun Galore at Parkes Library: Once again the Parkes Library has been a hive of activity during the school holidays. Children have been busy creating their own puppets and using them to perform a story with nursery rhymes as their inspiration. The Magic of Science activity was a fun time full of science experiments such as lemon volcanoes, fake snow, balloon rockets and melting ice cubes. Children reported that being a scientist for the morning was very exciting. Gold fever hit in a big way! Children learnt about life on the goldfields and were quite shocked to learn that there were no toilets, fridges or mattresses for the miners during the gold rushes. Panning for gold was a great success and the eager miners weighed and valued their finds. A total of 180 children attended activities over the two-week period.

All children borrowed items with many becoming first time members.

IMAGE: Great school holiday activities at Parkes Library

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THUMBS UP...

THUMBS DOWN

THUMBS UP To the Parkes and Forbes Squash Clubs for hosting the NSW Junior State Age Squash Championships.

THUMBS DOWN To the person who dumped household rubbish at the ski dam, and to the hoons ripping up the lawns and pathways. In future you will be recorded on security cameras.

THUMBS DOWN To the potholes on the Eugowra Road, stay alert while driving as there’s some big ones.

THUMBS UP To the new Wiradjuri signs at the Parkes and Forbes Hospitals.

THUMBS UP To the promise of some sunshine this week, it will make a nice change from the rain we’ve been experiencing!

THUMBS UP To the new Indian restaurant in Parkes, the food there was delicious and the service was excellent!

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QUESTION of the week What do you like to do on a rainy day?

IMAGE: The weir in PAC Park was flowing rapidly after last Friday’s downpour.

It’s Raining, It’s Pouring…

“Isn’t the weather just horrible?” is a common greeting around Parkes these days.

The deluge of rain over the past couple of weeks has pushed the total recorded over eight days of rain to 45.8mm. This is 1mm more than the long-term average of 44.8mm recorded over 12.6 days for July.

The wettest day so far this month was last Friday when 17mm was recorded, according to the Weatherzone website. This lead to the closure of the Eugowra Road as the Billabong Creek was running over the road. The weir at PAC Park on East Street was flowing very fast and provided some fun for kids on holiday when the rain stopped. School children have been housebound most of the holiday so far with the wet weather. Every bit of sunshine is a good opportunity to get out for fresh air and some exercise. Although it feels like it is

raining non-stop, we still need a lot more rain to reach the record of 2010 when 110.8mm fell during July.

To make the wet weather more intense, the average maximum temperature of 12.9°C for this month so far is also lower than the long-term average of 14.3°C. The highest temperature this month was 16°C on the 7th and the lowest temperature recorded this month so far was on 4th July when it dropped to -0.4°C. According to the weather forecast we might be getting some warmer weather next week with a maximum of 18°C on Monday, hooray!

Many communities in the Central West have surpassed seasonal rainfall averages including Bathurst, Orange, Dubbo, Wellington, Mudgee and Cowra. The widespread rain has increased many dam levels significantly with some even overflowing.

By Maggi Barnard

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FORBES WEEKLY MARKET REPORT FORBES CATTLE SALE 11/07/2016 Prime yearling steers up to 440kgs Prime yearling heifers up to 440kgs Feeder steers Heavy Steers over 500kgs Heavy steers over 600 kgs Heavy Heifers over 500kg Cows - 2 score Cows - 3 score

313.0c to 370.0c 315.0c to 351.0c 310.0c to 378.6c 320.0c to 357.2c 323.2c.to 354.2c 260.0c to 313.2c 230.0c to 246.0c 246.0c to 257.6c

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FORBES SHEEP AND LAMB SALE 12/07/2016 New season lambs $150.00 to $168.00 Trade weight old lambs (18 to 23kg) $124.00 to $171.00 Heavy old lambs (23 to 26kg) $160.00 to $190.00 Extra Heavy old Lambs (over 26kg) $182.00 to $230.00 Re-stocker Lambs $ 73.00 to $110.00 Heavy merino lambs up to $183.00 Trade weight Merino Lambs $108.00 to $147.00 Hoggets $103.00 to $146.20

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Kerrie Evans, Network Video: I love watching movies - anything from romance or comedy to action. It is hard to name my favourites as there are many movies I can watch over and over again. I am spoilt for choice working in a video shop!

Suzie Hill, Parkes Diagnostic Imaging: I love reading - novels and articles, watching Ted Talks and tennis, and painting. I am still learning so at the moment I paint everything.

Billie Jones, French Taste Bakery: I watch movies and eat pizza! I like horror movies - Friday the 13th is my favourite.

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Traditional Bakehouse With Modern Extras

Bruce and Gail Lindbeck took over ownership of Smeaton’s Bakery 19 years ago in May 1997. Bruce, who had previously worked in a bank, as Club Manager and in the Bathurst Goldfields, had to learn to bake from scratch from the previous owner.

Today, Bruce and Gail have built up a bakery famed for its rustic, handmade products that look like food from the era before mass produced products. “We make a timed dough at our bakery,” says Bruce; “This means the dough is fermented or proved over a few hours.” The process allows the bread to create its own sweetness through the fermentation process.

“We add approximately 500g of sugar into 25kg of flour, which accounts for 2% sugar, while the Australian standard is a maximum of 6% sugar in bread.”

Smeaton’s has the same philosophy for all its products, whether it be pastries, slices, fruit buns or pies. “We are very proud of our pies at Smeaton’s. We regularly receive comments from our customers about how much they enjoy them.” The pastry is made in-house and the meat locally sourced, making the traditional meat pies very popular as well as the curry and mushroom and cheese and bacon pies.

Bruce and his son Braden have exciting plans to expand the handmade brand by

IMAGE: Bruce and Gail Lindbeck like to keep Smeaton’s Bakehouse a home for hand made products.

introducing new products for sale every Saturday morning from 13th August until the end of October. The new range includes a sourdough loaf, spelt loaf and multi-grain bread, as well as chicken and vegetarian pies, and quiches, croissants, bagels and donuts.

“We will make all these products in our bakery. This is something we pride our-

selves on – not ordering products from large suppliers that are frozen or filled with preservatives to give them a longer shelf life.”

Smeaton’s has also introduced hot and cold beverages, including espresso coffee, available from 5.30am every weekday morning.

By Maggi Barnard

New products made in-house available on Saturday mornings from 13th August:

Early birds...

We have coffee, tea and chai available from 5:30am every weekday.

We are open Monday-Friday 5:30am until 5pm Saturday 7am until 12pm

sourdough loaf spelt loaf multi-grain bread chicken and vegetarian pies quiches pastries croissants bagels donuts

184 Clarinda Street, Parkes Ph 6862 2515

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Living andLifestyle Term 3 Begins At Twinkle Toes Dance Studio!

What better way is there to encourage your children to exercise than going to a dance class? Dance develops skills in co-ordination, musicality, strength and fitness. The music, the moves, the wonderful dance studio environment, great teachers … it’s all at Twinkle Toes Dance Studio.

There are classes on offer for all ages from 2 years up to adults in jazz, tap, hip hop, acrobatics, ballet, contemporary and musical theatre.

On Monday afternoons the boy’s hip hop class teaches the boys to bust a move or three, and judging by the smiles of those attending, the class is a big hit! Classes for younger children are held in the after-

noons after school and Saturday morning, and the older dances attend classes at the later times.

All classes are working on their dances for the End of Year Concert which will be at the Parkes Leagues Club on Sunday 11th December. Everyone is welcome at Twinkle Toes – we are focused on providing technical, fun and safe dance tuition so we can share our love of dance with the people of Parkes.

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IMAGE: Twinkle Toes Dance Studio teachers Hannah Harris and Gabi Sands, with students Xanthe OxleyPaterson, Jaz Masling, Jagger Gillingham and Sonny MacGregor

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Spectacles and sunglasses available.

Adjustments and minor repairs carried out whilst you wait.

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Living andLifestyle Say Bye to Blemishes

A safe, non-invasive treatment for unsightly skin blemishes is now available at Body Express. VascuLyse can treat broken capillaries, skin tags, milia, ruby points and cholesterol deposits.

What are broken capillaries? Broken capillaries are tiny dilated blood vessels that are visible through the skin. They become more common as we age and our skin loses elasticity. The factors that can promote their formation are excessive exposure to the sun, alcoholic beverages and spicy foods. Once formed, broken capillaries will not disappear on their own but they can be permanently removed by VascuLyse.

How does the VascuLyse work? VascuLyse uses a mild current to induce coagulation within the distended capillary. The body then absorbs the unused capillary.

This treatment is called capillary coalysis, the process by which unsightly capillaries are absorbed by the body.

Is the treatment painful? This non-invasive procedure is relatively painless. It uses mild currents that have been employed in the aesthetic world for more than four decades. Some patients may feel a slight pricking sensation. Treatments are between five and fifteen minutes in length.

Is it safe? The disposable, sterile, stylus tips are used only once, ensuring your safety. The treatment is performed by professionally certified technicians, who observe the strictest standards or hygiene.

Skin reaction after the treatment is minimal and disappears after a few days. To find out more call Body Express on 6863 4981.

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DON’T WORRYbe appy Oh…My…Pikachu.

Pokémon Go has taken Australia by storm and if you aren’t already trying to be the very best, you’re missing out. Walk around your local town catching Pokémon, levelling up and visiting local landmarks to collect goodies. Gotta catch ‘em all!

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TOASTYtreat

MINTY HOT COCOA FLOAT Hot Chocolate mix Scoop of mint chocolate ice cream 1 sprig of fresh mint Mix up this delight of a drink for a naughty treat on a cold evening. Similar to enjoying a hot chocolate, go one step up by adding the ice cream and the mint sprig. Delicious!

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KEEP WARMthis winter Parkes Stationery and Office Furniture now have miniature recycling bins in store! Reduce, reuse and recycle. These guys will help you out at home or in the workplace.

Sportpower are in the middle of a massive winter sales!

There’s still Champion fleeces available, with jumpers reduced to $35 and trackies only $29! Get them quick before they’re gone!

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THE

Home Front

• New Home Purchases • Car Loans & Leases

HOUSE of the Week

• Refinancing

• Construction Loans

• Debt Consolidation

• First Home Buyers • Investment Home

Loans

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HOUSE for Auction

78A Shallow Lead Rd, Parkes $579 000

Agent: Langlands Hanlon Phone: Greg Miller 0448 433 317 Open for inspection: By Appointment or Open House Saturdays 16/7, 23/7, 30/7 from 10:30 – 11:15 Lifestyle: This large family home offers executive style living with maginificent views.

Situated on 10 acres also allows plenty of room to run a pony or fun on a motorbike.

Whilst the deck and pool area is great for entertaining.

Features: This high quality 4 bedroom home, master with ensuite & walk in robe, and 3 others that boast magnificent views from all windows. It has a large kitchen with a second preparation area, dining & living area, formal lounge and patio for entertaining, swimming pool and decking area, 3 way bathroom & decent sized laundry. Outside is a beautiful landscaped low maintenance garden. Zoned split system heating & cooling, and large garage & carport.

Location: All on 10 acres in an elevated position right on the edge of Parkes.

AUCTION 6TH AUGUST 2016 10:00 AM ON SITE 2 HOWARD ST PARKES OPEN HOUSE 9:30am – 10:00am Saturday, 16th July

Investment Opportunity or Suit 1st Home Buyer • 2 Bedroom home with huge potential • Good sized block with rear access • Lounge / Kitchen / Dining rooms • Reverse cycle air conditioning • Close to hospital & school

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• 16th July: 9:30 – 10:00, 2 Howard St, Parkes • 16th July: 10:30 – 11:15, 78 A Shallow Lead Rd, Parkes • 23rd July: 9:30 – 10:00, 2 Howard St, Parkes • 23rd July: 10:30 – 11:15, 78 A Shallow Lead Rd, Parkes • 30th July: 9:30 – 10:00, 2 Howard St, Parkes • 30th July: 10:30 – 11:15, 78 A Shallow Lead Rd, Parkes • 6th August: 9:30 – 10:00, 2 Howard St, Parkes

242 Clarinda Street, PARKES NSW 2870 Phone: (02) 6862 2362 Greg Miller: 0448 433 317 Renee Rice: 0429 741 128 www.langlandshanlon.com.au

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CRypTIC ClUEs ACROSS 1 Once you get to the wharf, steer away to be aquatic but not marine (10) 6 Excavation of a salvaged newspaper article (7) 8 The actual number that are alive, when captured (4) 9 Lozenge delivery (4) 10 It would be an improvement if you mixed the henna extract with concrete (11) 11 Used deception and brought action (4) 13 Sway with ease between right and left boundaries (4) 14 Put a new fabric on the chairs and they get better (7) 15 My collector left out a vehicle (10)

QUICk ClUEs ACROSS 1 Aquatic but not marine (eg. of fish) (10) 6 Piece of plant for propagation (7) 8 Actual (4) 9 Delivery (4) 10 Improvement (11) 11 Litigated (4) 13 Scottish dance (4) 14 Regain health (7) 15 Two-wheeled vehicle (10) DOWN 1 Courageously (10) 2 Spiritual aspect of person (4) 3 Painting medium (11) 4 Look after (4) 5 Take advantage of (an opportunity) (10) 6 Checkout operator (7) 7 More verdant (7) 12 Amount owing (4) 13 Depend (4)

DOWN 1 The lass freely danced away most courageously (10) 2 A human being who suggests a variety of African-American music (4) 3 You may depict our cow later in an artistic medium (11) 4 Be inclined to make a dent perhaps (4) 5 Sounds like upper case vowels know how to profit from the situation (10) 6 Dishonest riches a checkout operator found (7) 7 Perhaps more jealous of the one who is more environmentally conscious? (7) 12 Edward somehow swallowed a bee which was something outstanding! (4) 13 Depend upon a poorly tuned lyre? (4)

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6 Who starred as Johnny Blaze in the Marvel film Ghost Rider?

7 Which US rock group was initially named after NBA player Mookie Blaylock?

8 In what year did the Chernobyl nuclear power plant disaster occur?

9 The Parthenon was built at the behest of the Athenian politician Pericles in which year: 447 BC, 447AD or 1447AD? 10 What was Renaissance artist Michelangelo’s last name?

1 Kane Williamson. 2 Led Zeppelin. 3 Lakshmi.

4 The Leaning Tower of Pisa. 5 13. 6 Nicolas Cage.

7 Pearl Jam. 8 1986.

9 447 BC. 10 Simoni.

1 Who is the captain of the New Zealand cricket team?

2 John Bonham is best remembered as the drummer for which English band?

3 In Hinduism, who is the source of wealth, fortune, prosperity, love and beauty?

4 The construction of which well-known tower began in the 12th century and was not completed until half way through the 14th century?

5 How many provinces are there in Canada?

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An Astronomical Weekend

The Central West Astronomical Society (CWAS) is proud to announce the shortlisted finalists in the 2016 CWAS Astrophotography Awards - the ‘David Malin Awards’.

Astrophotography is taking a photo of an object in space, from the Milky Way to the Moon and will be featured during the CWAS AstroFest held in Parkes this weekend.

The 2016 winners will be announced and presented with their awards at the 2016 CWAS AstroFest Conference Dinner tomorrow. Congratulations to the 28 finalists for their mesmerising contributions. To view the shortlisted finalists’ pictures view them online www.cwas.org.au or visit the exhibition at the CSIRO Parkes Observatory’s Visitors Centre from 17th July.

This year’s competition had eight categories: Deep Sky, Wide-Field, Solar System, Nightscapes, Animated Sequences (Scientific and Aesthetic), Themed Section ‘Light Pollution: The Bad and the Beautiful’, and a junior section (18 years old or younger).

The entries were judged by world renowned astrophotographer and award namesake, Dr David Malin. The judging process accessed not only the technical skill, but the ability to capture the beauty of the sky and the intrinsic interest of astronomy.

“This year’s pictures maintained the high standards we have come to expect from the Australian community,” said Dr David Malin.

“There are some splendid examples of modern astrophotography among the finalists.”

Canon Australia continues to support the astrophotography competition with E-store Voucher prizes to the value of over $10,000.

“These awards showcase the extraordinary beauty of our night sky and wonderful night time landscapes,” said Alan Brightman, General Manager of SUNSTUDIOS, Canon Australia; “With patience, commitment and good equipment, these photographers capture breath-taking images.”

The astrophotography competition finalists will be exhibited at the CSIRO Parkes Observatory’s Visitors Centre from 17th July for 12 months. For more information about the 2016 CWAS AstroFest, visit www.cwas. org.au/astrofest/

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OUR Gal

Alice Milne

How long have you lived in Parkes?

For almost three years. I moved here with my husband from Scone in the Upper Hunter Valley.

Where do you work?

I am the owner of the Pink Orchid Florist.

What do you enjoy most about your work?

I love bringing joy to people and surpassing their expectations. That is the point of flowers, to bring joy.

What do you do in your free time?

Spending time with my family and friends and baking. At the moment I love baking a gluten free banana and coconut bread. It is really yum.

How do you like your coffee?

My preference is flat white, but I often end up drinking all sorts of coffees made by mistake in the shop.

What makes your day?

Being productive and seeing people enjoy what I create, and of course beautiful, fragrant, brightly coloured flowers.

If you could go anywhere in the world on holiday where would it be?

Barbados, because it looks amazing with its lush green vegetation, beautiful tropical water and lovely people. It looks like you would get a really relaxed vibe there.

Squash Championships The NSW Junior State Age Squash Championships held in Parkes and Forbes last weekend were a huge success, bringing more than 500 people to the two towns.

More than 250 matches were played by 100 squash players coming from as far as Darwin. It was the first time this event was held in a regional centre and was one of only two gold ranked events to be held in the state this year, attracting the top players for the ranking points on offer. The NSW Blue Tongues team for 2016 was announced at the conclusion of the event.

The team includes two to three players in each age division from under 13 to under 19.

Four players from the local region were selected in the team. They are Haylee and Jemma Besant from Rylstone and Elle and Georgie Lane from Dunedoo.

To make NSW teams you have to attend several other tournaments and camps leading into this event, therefore unfortunately none of the local players were eligible.

They still had a good tournament with Kacey Nightingale finishing fourth and Bronte O’Shannessy fifth in the Under 15 Girls. Marley O’Shannessy came sixth in the Under 13 girls, and Henry Kross finished fourth in the Under 11’s.

The big news is that the Parkes and Forbes Squash Clubs have been announced as hosts for next year’s Greenshield. It is the state’s major teams event. It will take place over three days with eight teams - four boys and four girls teams from Under 11 to Under 17 - from seven regions in NSW and ACT competing.

IMAGE: Our Gal Alice

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WHAT’S On July 15 Jul 15 Jul 16-17 Jul 17 Jul 20 Jul 21 Jul 23 Jul 26 Jul 28 Jul 28 Jul 30 Jul 31 Jul 1 Aug 7 Aug 12-13 Aug 13 Aug 16-17 Aug 23-24 Aug 29-31 Aug 30 Aug 3 Sep 17-18 Sep 27 Sep 22-23 Oct

Throughout July CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope Visitor Centre has extended hours during the NSW School Holidays.

Now open 7 days from 8.30am – 5pm.

CWA Meeting @ Red Cross Rooms in Church Street. From 5.30pm. New members welcome Parkes Country Music Club Street Stall @ Clarinda Street. From 8.30am to 3.30pm ASTROFEST & Conference 2016 @ Parkes CSIRO Radio Telescope. The annual event is hosted by the Central West Astronomical Society. For more details phone John Sarkissian on 02 6861 1769 or email; astrofest@cwas.org.au Parkes Country Music Muster @ Parkes Services Club from 1pm. Guest artist Gary Hollier. $5 entry.

The John Bolton Lecture, Central West Astronomical Society @ The Starlight Lounge, Parkes Services Club. 4.15pm for a 4.30pm start. The cost is $5 or free for all school students who attend in full school uniform. For more information go to www.cwas.org.au/astrofest/ Knit n’ Natter @ Craft Corner, 227 Clarinda St. From 10.30am, supporting the ABC Wrap With Love programme. Come for morning tea and meet Brooke from ABC radio who will deliver the hundreds of squares and many assembled rugs, from local knitters, for distribution to the needy in Australia and overseas. For more info contact Margaret on 6862 3240.

CanAssist Garage Sale @ Parkes Showground. From 8am. Furniture, household items, books and toys. There will also be a $5 box sale, lamingtons and a raffle.

Parkes Arthritis & Osteoporosis Support Group Morning Tea @ Pink Orchid. From 10am Parkes Library Book Club @ Parkes Library. Come and enjoy a discussion about your favourite books from 6pm.

Cancer Council NSW Webinar: The Guilt of Surviving Cancer ‘’Why do I feel guilty?’’ Online via your computer, tablet or smart phone. From 7-8pm. Presented by Ian Olver AM, Max-ine Rosenfeld, Ben Bravery and Sana Qadar. To register for free go to www.omnovia.redbackconferencing.com.au/landers/page/ece9cb Tastes of Italy @ The Central Hotel, Eugowra. Renowned Italian chef Maria Ardis will be running the restaurant. Enjoy 3 courses and a large wine selection. Bookings are essential so call 6859 2247 now!

National Tree Day: Parkes Shire Council and Parkes Landcare support National Tree Day every year. Local activities will be advised closer to 31 July 2016. Registration for Tree Day can be made via the Planet Ark Tree Day site at www. treeday.planetark.org/site/10008000 for more in-formation contact Michael Chambers on 6861 2349 Central West Autism and Special Needs Awareness Group @ Parkes Uniting Church 9:30 – 11:30am. Create awareness, provide information, and offer support to families of children with special needs in the Central West of NSW. All are welcome to attend. For further information email: cwautismspecialneeds@gmail.com Prostate Cancer Charity Golf Day. The Parkes Golf Club will be hosting a Prostate Cancer Charity Golf Day on Sunday 7 August 2016. For more details surrounding this fundraiser, contact the Parkes Golf Club 02 6862 2044.

The Annual Tullamore Agricultural Show @ Tullamore. Ring events, side show alley, horse and show jumping events, livestock judging, crop competition, speed shearing competition, poultry and the Championship Dog Show.

Parkes Arthritis & Osteoporosis Support Group Chronic Pain Information Seminar @ Parkes Services Club.

Speaker Dr Ian Thong, Pain Specialist and Nicola Thong, pharmacist. From 10am to 12 noon.

Trundle Agricultural Show @ Trundle. Two days of ring events with horse and cattle events and judging, pavilion exhibits, presentation of Miss Showgirl, the side show alley and more.

Peak Hill Annual Show @ Peak Hill Showgrounds. Sheep and cattle judings, dog shows, farm produce and flower displays. Lots of rides, food and fun! For more info call Sue on 0429 661 382.

Parkes Show. Three days of entertainment, side shows and stands along with a spectacular fireworks display that can be seen for miles around. For more info contact Parkes P&H Assocation 6862 2580.

Living with Arthritis Education @ AOG Hall. From 10am. Speaker Sandi Bailey, Social Worker Parkes Health Service.

Top is ‘getting around the difficult days’.

30th Annual Trundle Bush Tucker Day @ Trundle. Bush cooking competitions, celebrity chef, bush tucker tasting, market stalls and activities for the kids. Plus entertainment on stage throughout the day until late. Visit the event website; www.trundlebushtuckerday.com for more information.

Parkes Open Golf Tournament 2016 @ Parkes Golf Club. For more details visit the PGC’s website: www.parkesgolfclub.com.au or telephone 02 6862 2044.

Arthritis & Osteoporosis Support Group Social Morning Tea @ Pink Orchid Café. From 10am. All welcome.

SAVE THE DATE Parkes & District Relay For Life 2016 @ Northparkes Oval. Early bird fee of $15 until 21st August from then on registration will be $20. Contact Lindy Thompson, Community Relations Coordinator Cancer Council NSW, 6392 0800 for more info.

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Rob Clegg, Kerrod Griffiths, Gabrielle Ebsworth and Ralph Smith at the Indigenous Scholarship award ceremony.

Kids got stuck into the science activities at Parkes library.

Panning for gold at Parkes Library!

Kacey Nightingale of Parkes finished fourth overall in the Girls Under 15 division.

Puppet making fun at the Library.

NSW Blue Tongues Squash team announced in Parkes on Sunday.

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Wiradjuri Language At Lachlan Health Services Next time you visit a new mother in the maternity ward at Parkes or Forbes Hospitals, follow the signs to Yinaagalang Nguranggu – Wiradjuri for ‘woman’s place’. If you need pathology, look for Guwany Barramali (to take blood). The new signage is part of a project to integrate Wiradjuri language signage and translations into the new Forbes and Parkes Hospitals, which has recently won one of the Western NSW Local Health District’s top awards.

Lachlan Health Service’s Mali Marambir Ngurang: to make better place; has won the Chief Executive’s Award at the Western NSW Local Health District’s annual Living Well Together Health and Innovation Awards. More than 50 projects were received for the Awards, which is a record number of entries.

Key directional signage around the hospitals is written in English beside the Wiradjuri interpretation, which is then translated back into English. Local Wiradjuri Elders worked closely with Dr Stan Grant, co-author of the Wiradjuri dictionary, to ensure the words were correct and close to their English meaning. The project aimed to make the hospital spaces more inviting and less daunting for Aboriginal people.

The English translations also helps to educate non-Wiradjuri people about the Wiradjuri language. For example, the Wiradjuri words Marrin Mumali (to rub the body between the hands) points to the physiotherapy department while Mungarr Ngadhurinya (care for kidneys) points to the renal department. More than 20 key places in the hospitals have bilingual interpretation. Others include Ngaagigu Mulunma, (to see inside) which is used alongside signage for ‘medical imaging’; Ngurang Mindyali (to be fixed fast) are the words for ‘operating theatre’. Waluwin Ngaan (‘healthy mouth’) points the way to ‘oral health’; and Wambuwanbunmaldhaany (medicine maker) points to the pharmacist. The wayfinding signage has been informed by The Lachlan Health

Service Culture and Arts Working Group.

The Lachlan Health Services Project team engaged regional arts development organisation Arts OutWest to integrate culture and arts into the Forbes and Parkes Hospital redevelopments.

The Culture and Arts Working Group includes representation from the Lachlan Health Service Project team, Arts OutWest, the Lachlan Health Council, health staff and the Aboriginal community and is responsible for implementing a flexible and sustainable program that promotes well-being and creates a welcoming, vibrant place for the Forbes and Parkes communities. For more information about the Lachlan Health Service Culture and Arts program, please contact Arts OutWest.

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Get Healthy

IMAGE: The team from L-R: Blaker Manks, Bradley Robinson, Hank Cornelissen, Troy (Mort) Arnott, Ric Stewart, Brittni Carroll, Creina Wells and Clayton Maynard.

PJL Parkes Open For Business!

PJL Group have recently expanded their operations, adding a fifth site to their Australian footprint. PJL have purchased Parkes Heavy Mechanical Repairs, allowing them the opportunity to expand their capabilities and become a major shutdown supplier, infrastructure maintenance and construction service provider throughout NSW. Heading up the Parkes operation is Clayton Maynard, who brings with him industry specific and managerial experience. Keen for the challenge, Clayton has worked with PJL for 7 years, previously managing PJL’s Engineering facility in Orange.

The existing operation in Parkes has been co-ordinating and running shutdowns for a number of years with various clients in the local area. This required a particularly unique skillset within management and trade based staff, therefore 90% of the existing Parkes Heavy Mechanical Repairs employees accepted roles under the new PJL business management.

“With the majority of the existing employees coming over to PJL, we hope to integrate these skills and processes throughout our other operations.” Clayton said.

The Parkes operation brings with it a number of different service offerings, allowing PJL to expand their capabilities and in-

crease efficiencies across the group. New services such as poly welding, sheet metal folding, pressing and rolling will be leveraged by PJL’s Orange, Cobar, Perth and Mt Isa facilities, allowing them to offer more fit-for-purpose services for their clients.

PJL’s existing operations and experience within them will also complement the Parkes business model and enable the group to offer a more specialised service to clients in this area.

“This, combined with PJL’s scale, in house qualified engineers and internationally accredited operating systems will assist local clients with upcoming projects as well as planned maintenance events”.

Clayton explained.

PJL currently have a contract in place to supply shutdown services, scaffolding and poly welding to CMOC at Northparkes Mines, which is not something any of the other operations specialise in.

“Engineering opportunities into solutions is something PJL has seen great success with since its inception back in 2006, and it is something that will take us forward into the future” Clayton went on to say. “We are excited to now be a part of the Parkes community.”

By Dannielle Jenkins

Tullamore local, Jenny Harvey, has recently participated in the Get Healthy Information and Coaching Service. Jenny struggled with mobility due to her bad knees, back and arthritis. She was unable to walk or stand for very long and Jenny’s doctor told her she would need a wheel chair in the future if she didn’t get healthier.

Spurred on by her doctor’s advice, Jenny joined the Get Healthy Information and Coaching Service and was given a dedicated health coach named Jordon. “I loved hearing from Jordon every fortnight. I felt really comfortable with him and fantastic after each call. He really made me motivated,” Jenny said; “I have never exercised. I registered with the Get Healthy Service as part of the Healthy Towns Challenge and started with the local aqua fitness group. I felt so light the first time and now I can’t go enough! I even did two, one hour sessions in a row!”

In the winter Jenny stays motivated by her coach, trying Tai Chi and joining an adult exercise class. She has improved her eating habits, can do more gardening and has lost weight from around her waist.

“Since joining the Get Healthy Service I get a lot more satisfaction from life. It means I get out more and the social benefits are really great. One thing leads to another!”

Jenny said.

“I feel fantastic! I have had fantastic people around me. I get off my backside and do much more and my family are all proud of me. I’d be so happy if my story helped other people get healthier.”

Have you heard about the Get Healthy Information and Coaching Service? If you’d like to find out more about this free service, go to www.gethealthynsw.gov.au.

IMAGE: Jenny feels much better after the Get Healthy Service

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PARKES SPORT the state’s premier golfing events, the annual Keno NSW Mixed 4Ball Handicap Championship at the Peak Hill Golf Club.

The winner of Sunday’s event progresses to the State final which is an all-expenses paid three days of golf at the magnificent Bonville Golf Resort near Coffs Harbour from the 6th to 9th September.

THIS WEEKS GOLF

This Saturday, members will contest an 18 hole 4BBB Stableford for the All Settlers Motor Inn trophies. There will also be an individual competition in conjunction along with the 5th and final qualifying round of the Handiskins Championship while the ladies will play an 18 Hole Stableford for a Club trophy as well as the Handiskins qualifying.

IMAGE: Regional finalists Troy Thomson, Dave Stevenson, Robert Cheney and Peter Magill

GOLFERS BATTLE TERRIBLE WEATHER

Atrocious conditions greeted golfers at the Parkes Golf Club last weekend, with the clubs Greens and Match Committees forced to close the course to golf carts as the course had received in excess of 200mls of rain in the past month. Despite the conditions, members still contested last Saturdays Parkes Champion Post sponsored 18 hole 4 Man Team Stableford competition for the companies Perpetual Trophy that honoured one of its former employees the late Frank ‘Wacka’ Smith, a much renowned cricketer and golfer.

Leading home the field of mud larks were Garry Phipps, Dave Harwood, Kieran Deland and Joey Van Opynen, all renowned sportsman in their own rights. The victorious team combined superbly to record 134 points to finish 4 points clear of the field.

At the presentation of trophies Parkes Golf Club captain, Paul Thomas, gave a brief history of how the event came to fruition and thanked not only the players who played in the conditions but the sponsors prior to introducing Christine Speelman as

the new editor.

Christine also congratulated the players and the Golf Club for its valuable contribution to the management of sport in the town.

Other highlights from the day saw David Stevenson awarded the Handiskins award after he returned a solid 37 points in the Stableford. Stevenson won the award on a countback from Robert Cheney and Joey Van Opynen.

Michael Horan also had a big day out as his tee shot on the Idle Rite Tyrepower sponsored 1st Hole earnt him 10 golf balls as he finished at 188cms from the flag, thus earning 20% of the jackpot. The jackpot this week now stands at 40 golf balls for a player whose tee shot comes to rest inside of 100cms of the flag.

NSW MIXED 4BALL HANDICAP CHAMPIONSHIP

Parkes will be represented by Ian Phipps and Kaye Jones and the husband and wife combination of David and Leone Stevenson in this Sunday’s Lachlan Valley District Golf Associations Regional final of one of

Locals Dominate in Scramble Local golfers dominated last Sunday’s Holden Scramble 4 Person Ambrose event at a very wet Parkes Golf Club. Club Captain Paul Thomas stated that the event was very nearly postponed due to the conditions on the course, “If the club had received any more rain last Saturday then we would have had no hesitation in postponing the popular event” he said.

Despite the conditions the local quartet of Robert Cheney, Peter Magill, Troy Thomson and David Stevenson will now proceed to the Regional Final to be played at a venue yet to be announced after they fired a great 7 under par round of 64 for a nett 58 5/8 to record a narrow victory over the Forbes team of Andrew Dukes, Shane Sallaway, Phil Maher and Michael Browne. Despite firing a solid 64 off the stick for a 59 nett, Forbes were unable to defeat their Parkes rivals. In third place was another Parkes side containing Mitchell McGlashan, Ben McNaughton, Kasey Fay-Rice and Tony Hendry who fired a 66 off the stick for a 59 1/8 nett.

All players congratulated the Parkes Club for the conduct of the event and for the delightful luncheon provided to all players which saw a field of 68 players grace the course.

Sundays Nearest the Pin awards were won by Andrew Dukes on the 4th Hole, Wayne Parker, 6th Hole, Justin Sutton the 11th and Robert Hey claimed the difficult 15th Hole.

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