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Friday 24 March 2017
ISSUE 55
HIGH FLYERS… The Parkes Christian School team of design and technology students who won the Hawk trophy in the Moomba Festival Birdman Rally. Right: The Parkes Flyer in action flown by Phil Seeley of the Sport Aircraft Association of Australia.
Flying High: Parkes Christian School Raises Champions
The Parkes Christian School’s flying machine travelled some 750 km to Melbourne to enter the Moomba Festival Birdman Rally, but it was the last few metres of its journey that made the trip worthwhile. On 11th March the glider sailed to victory with an 11m flight along the Yarra River, winning the Hawk trophy for the longest distance. The Parkes Flyer was the work of design and technology students. Teacher Jason Wynstra said the project has massive educational benefits. “On top of the maths, science, and engineering that is involved in the design process, the students also worked with community groups.” The glider was constructed with donated materials, such as bamboo and window film. Phil Seeley of the Sport Aircraft Association of Australia piloted the craft. David and Wendy Richards were key collabora-
tors, and Neil Unger provided transport to Melbourne. The Parkes Flyer was the school’s second entry into the Birdman Rally, and bettered their 2015 third placing. The fledgling aeronautical engineers are in years 11 and 12: Madelynne Capple, Ethan Peters, Elly Collins, Nicholas Strudwick, Michelle Mulligan, William Thompson, Mitchell Day, James Simpson and Oliver Gregson have a new feather for their caps. But it’s not all about the glory - the event is a charity fundraiser, and the team raised $2,100 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation of Australia. The students will continue to aim high, with plans to continue their winning streak next year. By Raen Fraser
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MAYORAL NOTES I would firstly like to thank our wonderful local State Emergency Service members for their work responding to all the emergency calls during the flash flooding earlier this week. The Parkes area experienced a greater than one in one hundred year rainfall event on Monday evening, resulting in flooding in parts of the town. A big thank you also to Council’s roads crew for working around the clock, directing traffic around those flooded areas. Residents are encouraged to share their rainfall data with Council to allow our Infrastructure Department to identify problem areas throughout the town. Upload your flash flood photos, rain gauge readings and location via Council’s website. With more wet weather on its way, I urge all motorists to exercise extreme caution when travelling. Please avoid walking or driving through flood waters, it may be deeper and faster flowing than anticipated and/or the road may have suffered extensive damage hidden beneath the water. Keep an eye on Council’s website and Facebook page for road closure updates. The wet weather means the pool season is coming to an end, with Parkes Pool hosting its Last Summer Splash Pool Party tomorrow.
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Council hosted a number of community workshops this week for the development of a Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP). The DAIP is an action plan aimed at removing barriers and making practical changes so that people with disability can enjoy the services and facilities provided by Council. Residents are encouraged to complete the DAIP survey via parkes.nsw. gov.au Enjoy your weekend. Yours Faithfully, Cr Ken Keith OAM Mayor of Parkes Shire
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QUESTION of the week named last year. This year Lithgow Public School was also on the list. According to ACARA’s methodology, the schools on the list had large overall improvement, as well improvement compared with schools with similar students and students with similar NAPLAN start points.
Rebecca Miller (middle) and her team at La Bella Medispa Orange with the 2016 Banjo Business of the Year award. (See story on page 4.)
Wool charity auction: A new record was set at the annual charity wool auction held by Quality Wool in Melbourne last week raising more than $75,000 for Ronald McDonald House Westmead in Sydney. Wool donations for the auction reached 14,000 kg, or 93 bales. The Quality Wool charity auctions have now raised more than $225,000 to support families with seriously ill children. The company thanked all growers who donated wool towards the auction with donations from Parkes and other towns in the Central West. Quality Wool will thank growers for their donations and support at a special celebratory event in Parkes at the Parkes Services Club on Thursday. Massive achievement: Holy Family School in Parkes was named as a NAPLAN high gain school for the second year in a row in the area of numeracy. The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) identifies schools across the country that may not have the top NAPLAN marks, but have made the biggest gains. “This is a massive achievement for our school and we are very excited,” said Principal, Denise Gersbach. Holy Family was the only school in the Central west to be
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Win a double pass: Charlie Siem, one of today’s foremost young violinists, is in Australia for the first time. He is giving a concert with the Omega Ensemble on 1st April at Borrodell Vineyard in Orange. Book tickets for the show at borrodell.com.au/ events or call 6365 3425. You can win a double pass in our competition today on page 12. Working on the Wallaby: Barry Brebner spoke about his latest book Working on the Wallaby at the Tourist Information Centre last week. Barry is somewhat of an expert on seizing opportunities. He is the force behind Workabout Australia; a compendium of employment opportunities for travellers. The first edition was published in 1996 and has since grown to be a go-to guide for roustabouts. His latest book is a collection of yarns about working holidays, featuring the travel stories of people he encountered and during his Workabout years.
Barry Brebner was in Parkes last week with his latest book Workers on the Wallaby.
Why do you think Harmony Day is important?
Liam and Ryan Snyman: You get to share your traditions, and you get to learn about other people’s traditions and see from their perspective.
Jack McMaster: It’s sharing our cultures and how different our countries are. If we get to know each other then our world can be safer.
Alana Folau: Because we can learn about different cultures and countries and get to know each other better.
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Colour Me Beautiful For A Good Cause The first ever Colour for a Cure Fun Run in Parkes on Sunday was a resounding success with more than 300 people taking part. After 5km and seven colour stations, the end product was a crowd of very colourful human beings who beamed with joy not only from having loads of fun, but also doing it for a worthy cause. A total of $15 500 was raised for The Children’s Tumour Foundation of Australia. It is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing information, resources and support services to children, their famililes and adults living with neurofibromatosis (NF). One participant, Tina Morrison summed up what many people felt: “It was a great fun filled family morning. We would love to see this an annual event as we had the best time!” The CEO of The Children’s Tumour Foundation of Australia, Richard Hughes who came from Sydney, praised the Parkes community for their generosity and support. He also presented an NF Hero Award to Hamish Neville (13) from Parkes who was the inspiration for the event. He was diagnosed with NF1 at the age of six months. By Maggi Barnard
Hamish Neville in full colour with his NF Hero Award.
Liam Moody, Wira Thomson and Jaz Masling all coloured up.
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Small La Bella Team Wins Big After just three years in business a small beauty team walked away with the top prize at the Banjo Business Awards Gala Dinner at the Orange Ex-Services Club recently. “We are absolutely rapt,” said Rebecca Miller, co-owner of La Bella Medispa and Parkes resident on winning the 2016 Banjo Business of the Year award. “For our little team to beat the calibre of businesses in Orange is just mind blowing.” La Bella was nominated in four categories and became the first ever beauty and skin clinic to win the top prize. “Building an outstanding culture is the key element to La Bella’s success.” Rebecca said they would continue to grow the Orange and Parkes businesses offering young women a great opportunity to develop not only their professional but also their personal goals through mentorship and training. “We have a coach to work on professional and personal goals.” Rebecca is also planning to open more branches of La Bella in NSW, but could not reveal locations just yet. She thanked her business partner, Carla Poole and her dedicated team of seven in Orange.
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With the school holidays to start in two weeks’ time and Easter a week later, you might be planning a trip somewhere. Before you leave, it is vital to ensure your vehicle/ trailer/caravan combination is road worthy and safe. Failure to abide by the towing regulations, including maximum loads, may result in a fine, or in the case of an accident, refusal of the insurance claim, and the possibility of further legal action. At Tuned Suspension in Parkes, an agent for Pedders Suspension, you can get a tow and load assessment for $75. This worldfirst and comprehensive service is designed for those who tow or carry loads to better understand the effects of weight on their vehicle relevant to their individual driving scenarios. The end result of the assessment will provide your vehicle weight relevant to the likely driving scenarios that you will face. There are two main parts to the assessment, namely a brake, steering and suspension check and weight matrix. The first check is to assess the general health of the vehicles brake, steering and suspension systems, which are the most safety-critical systems especially under the stress of additional weight from loads, towing and accessories. The check includes the following: Under car inspection of the vehicle’s entire steering and suspension system and other related undercar components. Shock absorber test - as shock absorb-
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ers and suspension deteriorate over thousands of kilometres, it is often the case that a vehicle’s safety is gradually compromised via increased braking distances, unstable cornering and various stability concerns. Brake pad and rotor inspection will check and report on the wear and operating condition of these components. A comprehensive written report will show the current status of all vital suspension and steering systems. The Weight Matrix component of the assessment refers to knowing your weight now and looking at your weight in the future based on your towing and load carrying scenarios. Pedders outlets have a test lane or scales to weigh both the front and rear of a vehicle. The results of this vehicle weight form the basis of the first as-weighed scenario. As part of the initial weighing of the vehicle your current loads and accessories will be listed as the basis of the as weighed scenario 1. Where relevant, the ball weight of caravans or trailers will be assessed as this is an integral part of some weight scenarios. Armed with your vehicle’s current weight and expected weights from future scenarios the weight matrix software program and report will provide key pieces of information for each different scenario. The Pedders expert will be able to tailor a solution to ensure greater levels of safety and performance for your vehicle.
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My House My Home Cushions Have Magical Powers…
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The decorating powers that cushions hold should never be underestimated. If I only had one item to use to turn a house into a home, I would use the humble cushion to instantly add warmth and personality to a room. Cushions are an abundant species in my home even though the male in residence can’t understand the deep connection I have made with these innate objects. But all I know is that at the end of the day when all the cushions are picked up off the floor from where John has casually thrown them and they are replaced perfectly on the lounge once again, everything is good with the world and I can sleep in peace. My lounge room looks warm and inviting once again. You may wonder what it is about these simple objects that can render such deep emotions from me. To begin with cushions are an easy way to link your home’s colour palette together. They are a relatively inexpensive way to inject colour, texture and style to a neutral room. It is very easy to update your look with just a few new cushions in a different decorator style to immediately change the feel of a room. If we add a new rug, especially a shag rug – my favourite, the room can undergo a facelift without too much work. I absolutely love it when we get a shipment of cushions in store. It is like opening Christmas presents. To see and touch all the new fabrics, textures and colours and
work out how I can combine them for display is akin to the rush I get from shopping. Just look at the difference cushions make in these photos. The before and after photos speak for themselves and the results are powerful when a touch of fluffing comes into play. By Karen Creith
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Expanding Horizons on Harmony Day Middleton Public School students were taken on a virtual safari for the school’s annual Harmony Day event on Tuesday. Harmony Day is an opportunity to explore some of the cultural backgrounds from their school community. Each year Middleton focuses on a different family’s experience to provide the students with a rich understanding of another culture. Last year they examined Tonga, and this year they explored South Africa. South African-born students Liam and Ryan Snyman generously brought their parents to speak to the school. Their mother, Linda Snyman, gave an engaging presentation about their native South Africa, highlighting some of the unique elements
of their country and culture. Her presentation introduced the students to beaded crafts, traditional African dance, and of course the wildlife. Students were amazed to learn that South Africa has 11 official languages, and that traffic lights are known as robots, or that textas are called kokis. Students were also intrigued by South African foods, such as mieliepap – a maize meal porridge, and biltong - salted and dried meat that is similar to jerky. They even got to sample South African sausage. At the end the students participated in a traditional African gumboot dance, which was rather appropriate with the storms outside. By Raen Fraser
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Western red cedar is a popular and durable timber that is sought after due to its beauty and durability. It is a timber that remains stable under most weather conditions and is not prone to shrinking or swelling. This means it holds its shape and ensures longevity. As a low-density timber that offers very good thermal insulation, it helps with heating and cooling efficiency, reducing electricity costs and making a home more environmentally friendly and sustainable. Its versatility enables it to be used for both internal and external applications, as it is visually beautiful with rich and inviting colours. It has a fine texture and straight grain with growth rings often visible. The durable yet soft properties let the material take very well to being stained and polished. The wood’s natural preservatives provide resistance to fungus and insects. Western Red Cedar is a stylish and practical option with natural appeal, superior structural performance and elemental protection. For more information contact Glassplace on 6862 2346 or visit the showroom at 4 Clarke Street in Parkes.
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TOPICALTrivia Earth Hour is celebrating its 10th year this weekend. The Aussie grassroots event has grown into the world’s biggest movement for climate change. Join Earth Hour tomorrow and switch off your lights between 8:30 and 9:30pm. We have some energy saving tips that will help reduce your carbon footprint – and your energy bills. 1. Don’t standby – switch off at the wall. Up to 10% of electricity use is for gadgets and appliances that are on standby. 2. Wash clothes using cold water, use a shorter setting and only run your washing machine with a full load. 3. Use a clothesline to dry your clothes whenever possible – clothes dryers are notorious energy guzzlers. 4. Embrace microwave cooking – it uses much less energy than an oven. Put lids on your pots for stove-top cooking. 5. Set the hot water temperature to 50 degrees Celsius. Install water-saving showerheads and keep your showers short.
According to Essential Energy, which of the following appliances uses the most electricity if used for one hour? a)
A large clothes dryer
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A 450 litre freezer
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Ducted evaporative air cooler
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AU REVOIRSummer
CAUGHTOut!
I am too cute for my own good! This is Oliver Hugo and according to his owner, who sent us the photo, very spoilt. (Readers are welcome to send us funny, unusual, cute or interesting pet or animal photos for Caught Out! to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au)
Say goodbye to summer at the Last Summer Splash at the Parkes Aquatic Centre featuring the giant inflatable, music and fun. Open from 6-8pm for 10-13 year olds and 8-10pm for 14+ years. Presented by Parkes Shire Council and Community Drug Action Team.
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PCYC Cares For Kids The PCYC in Parkes offers after school care and vacation care for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. With the school holidays just around the corner, it is important to book a place as only 45 children can be accommodated per day. With Maddye Potts as co-ordinator vacation care will run from 10th to 14th April; 17th to 21st April and 24th and 25th April. A full program filled with lots of different activities, including physical play, craft, cooking, drama, science, creative play, movies, electronics and of course Easter crafts has been drawn up. An excursion day to the Western Plains Zoo is planned for Wednesday, 19th April, and the next day kids will make their own cornflake chicken nuggets and sweet potato chips lunch. The PCYC provides morning tea, while each child brings lunch and afternoon tea. After school care is run five days a week from 3 to 6pm for Kindergarten to Year 6 students. They do similar activities as in holiday care, but also do homework twice a week to help take stress off parents. There are openings available in after school care. Both programs are flexible to allow kids to come as needed. Contact the PCYC on 6862 3825 to book a place or to get an information pack on cost.
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OUR Bloke Daniel Rawsthorne How long have you lived in Parkes and what do you like about living here? I was born here and I like how it’s a small town with big ideas. No where else would you think of building an international airport for the Elvis Festival. Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work? I work at Northparkes Mines and I like the Wednesday bacon and egg rolls, Thursday ice creams and Friday morning teas…! What do you do to unwind after work and on weekends? Muck around with the kids and fixing the damn tap again. What are you really good at? What my wife said was inappropriate, so I’ll stick with being a good husband. If you could have a super power, what would it be? Go-go gadget arms. What is your pet hate? My little brother’s chickens that he still hasn’t picked up four weeks after their holidays. Tell us about your best holiday ever. Contiki around Europe when I was 19 – yep, goooood times.
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The holiday care program at the PCYC offers children many different activities, such as making a special lunch.
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Rooms, Cladding, Patios & Carports (BL83737C) As on TV. Phone 6341 3122 www.pictonbros.com.au PARKES PHYSIOPHERAPY Linda Reilly APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist 25 Clarinda Street Parkes Ph: 6862 5005 June Edwards would like to thank all the shops and people who helped raise funds for the World’s Greatest Shave. Special mention to Cindi and the Parkes Services Club for all their assistance.
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Keeping you fit for life
A Pulled Calf Is A Muscle Tear
The calf muscles are commonly injured in sports that involve quick acceleration, deceleration or sudden changes in direction. Many people describe a sudden sensation of being struck on the back of the leg. A calf muscle tear is often referred to as a strain or a pulled muscle. The calf comprises of two large muscles, gastrocnemius and soleus. They both join to form the Achilles tendon, which inserts into the heel bone. The gastrocnemius also helps to bend the knee and together they contract to point the toes. Tears to the calf muscle can range from a small partial tear with little pain and minimal loss of function to a complete rupture, which may require surgery. Recovery time and return to sport depends upon the severity of the injury. The immediate treatment for all calf injuries consists of the RICE protocol – rest, ice compression and elevation. The No HARM protocol should also be applied – no heat, no alcohol, no running and no massage. This is aimed at reducing bleeding and secondary tissue damage within the muscle. If you are unable to walk without a limp, the use of a heel raise or wearing shoes with a small heel will decrease pain without further stressing the muscle. A compression bandage or wearing SKINS over the injured area helps limit bleeding and swelling. As pain decreases gentle exercise and stretching can begin in addition to treatment recommended by your friendly sports physio. It is important not to ignore a calf strain as return to activity too soon could make the injury worse. For the fitness of you. Linda Reilly
Linda Reilly
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BE Seen
The Snyman family gave Middleton students a South African experience on Tuesday. Liam is with dad Eric on the left and Ryan with mum Linda on the right.
The June Edwards Supporters Club at the World’s Greatest Shave on Sunday are (L-R) Cindy-Lee Murphy, Kevin Serplet, Lyn Kenney, Christine White and Gina Kondic.
Emma, who is diagnosed with NF1, was one of the organisers of the Colour for a Cure Fun Run on Sunday raising money for The Children’s Tumour Foundation of Australia to support children, their famililes and adults living with neurofibromatosis (NF).
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WHAT’S On
24 Mar
Australian Indoor Marbles Championships at the Parkes Golf Club. $500 prize money, hot snacks and CanAssist raffle. Contact 6862 244. 25 Mar Last Summer Splash at the Parkes Aquatic Centre featuring the giant inflatable from 6-8pm for 10-13 years and 8-10pm for 14+ years. Presented by Parkes Shire Council and Community Drug Action Team. 25 Mar Free junior golf coaching clinic at the Parkes Golf Club from 9am12:30pm with AAA coach Ken Trimble. 28 Mar Living with Arthritis Education at 10am at the Assemblies of God Church. Speaker is Rochelle, Physiotherapist at Lachlan Health Service. Topic: Maintaining good mobility and posture. 27 - 31 March Red Cross Calling campaign of the Parkes Branch of the Red Mar Cross. It is a major national fundraising campaign. Donations can be made to the appeal near the rooms in Church Street Parkes. 31 Mar Parkes Public School Easter Fete from 3pm & Pop Up Cinema from 7pm at the school. Everything you will find at an old fashioned school fete: chocolate wheel, tombola, face painting, jumping castle, café, egg hunt, cake stall. 2 Apr The Parkes & District Historical Society will be holding its annual Smoke Rust and Noise Day at Henry Parkes Museum antique machinery site from. Entry $5. 8 Apr Skydive OZ in Dubbo. Bookings essential, call 1 300 185 180. 14 - 15 Apr Tullamore Irish Festival over Easter with Peter Byrne and Celtic Beat, Damien Leith and Celtic Sirens. For more info www.tullamore.org.au. 20 – 26 Temora’s Inaugural RV Muster for like-minded campers, caravanners and Apr motor home enthusiasts at the Temora Showground for a week of activities. Contact Elaine Costello on 0410 653 680 or email TemoraRVMuster@ outlook.com 22 Apr Fundraising barbeque at the back of Woolworths from 8am – 2pm for brain cancer. Save the 5 May Middleton Public School P&C Family Fun Night starting at 5pm Date at the school. Outdoor movie on the big screen, hot food, drinks, stalls, Mother's Day raffle, rides and plenty of fun activities for the kids. Ongoing The Parkes Branch of the Red Cross opens every Friday from 10am to 4pm for the public to enjoy morning or afternoon tea or lunch for $5. Ongoing Parkes Torch Bearers for Legacy meets every third Monday of the month at 10:30am at the Parkes Services Club. Everyone welcome. Contact Magaret Cherry on 6862 4789 for more information. Ongoing Parkes Shire Concert Band rehearses every Tuesday 7pm - 9pm during school term in the music room above the pool complex in Dalton Street. Contact music director Duncan Clement on 0405 035 164. Come along and play community music. Ongoing The Adult Survivors of Child Abuse - Cowra Support Group meets on the first Friday of each month at 12:30. Open to all survivors of any community. If interested contact Pascale on 6342 1612. All details on our website: http://recover.itmatters.com.au Topical Trivia answer: a) A large clothes dryer. It will use up to 4000kw each hour.
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Two Parkes residents took a bald step on Sunday and raised more than $1,500 to help beat blood cancer. June Edwards and Terry Knowles were the heroes of the World’s Greatest Shave event at the Parkes Services Club on Sunday. “I am very, very nervous,” said June as she sat down for the big shave holding on tight to a framed photo of her and her late husband John. “I am doing it for him. He will be with me all the way.” She lost John to cancer six months ago and did not think twice about doing the big shave. June’s aim was to raise $1,000 and she exceeded it by $50.20. With the help of two friends, Christine White and Gina Kondic they collected over $200 at the club on Sunday during the event. Club President Terry paraded around in an Elvis wig collecting money from patrons before he took off the wig to look at his real hair for a last time. He auctioned off the rights to the first cut and for $50 Allen Boxsell was the man to do the honours. Terry’s great-niece Jacinta Knowles completed the job giving Terry a neat number 1 shave. He ended up raising $472. Many other people joined in the event donating money to get colour spray on their hair. By Maggi Barnard
June Edwards feels proud having done the big shave for her late husband and to help beat blood cancer.
Allen Boxsell was the highest bidder who won the right to give Terry Knowles his first cut for the big shave on Sunday. Jacinta Knowles looks on ready to do the rest.
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WIN A FAMILY PASS
You can win a family pass (4 tickets) to the Sydney Royal Easter Show 6th – 19th April
SHERIDAN DAY… Members of the Sheridan family at last Saturday’s Terry Sheridan Memorial Trophy event were (L-R) granddaughters Paris and Stella Neville, Kim Sheridan, Lindsay Elliott (event winner), Owen Crowley (sponsor), grandson Hart Sheridan and daughter Bianca Sheridan.
Elliott Takes Sheridan Memorial
An excellent field contested last Saturday’s Owen Crowley & The Corner Boyssponsored 18 hole Stableford event at the Parkes Golf Club. Solid scoring was certainly the order of the day that also saw members contesting the Terry Sheridan Memorial Trophy. Three generations of the Sheridan family descend on the Golf Club annually to remember their beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, the late Terry Sheridan. The family matriarch, Kim Sheridan thanked the club for allowing them the privilege of honouring Terry, prior to announcing Lindsay Elliott as this year’s recipient of the major award after he returned a solid 41 points. Ball winners on the day went to 40 Dave Whitfield, 39 Col Barker and Tony “Scrubba” Evans, 38 Ian Hendry, 37 Brian L. Hogan, Robert Hey and Jake Hodge, 36 Charlie Allen, Wayne Tucker, Tim Burke, Ron Hetherington and Matt Lawryk and surviving the countback on 35 points was Tom Casey. Last Saturday the ladies contested an 18 hole 4Ball versus Par event, which also acted as the qualifying round of the Golf NSW/Keno NSW 4Ball Handicap Championship. Leading home the field were sisters Kaye Jones and Lynne Guise recording a solid and impressive +8 score line to run out comfortable 5 shot victors. Runners up were the Judy McCabe and Leone Stevenson pairing on +3 with Denise Charlton and Lesley Fisher in the minor placing on +2, just 1 shot ahead of Sue Holman and Anita Medcalf. In the Individual competition that was
conducted in conjunction saw Kaye Jones victorious on +2. Nearest the pin awards: Colleen Flynn Lyn Rogan 1st hole; Judy McCabe -Parkes Pharmacy 4th hole; Cathy Kelly - Telescope Tyres & Batteries 6th hole; Anita Medcalf and Margaret Hogan - Parkes Services Club 11th hole and the Railway Hotel 15th hole respectively. Tomorrow members will contest an 18 hole Par event for the Droughtbusters Golfing Party trophies in all three grades. The day is also the 1st round of the annual Frank Donnelly Perpetual Trophy. The Ladies will contest an 18 hole Stableford event for the Sue Holman Trophy. By Paul Thomas
Complete the entry form and return it to The Parkes Phoenix, PO Box 251, Canowindra 2804, or enter online via www.parkesphoenix.com.au for your chance to win.
Entries close 2pm, Tuesday, 4th April. Name: Address: Email: Phone:
AT THE VINEYARD presents
CHARLIE
SIEM UK/NOR
Parkes Women’s Bowling Club
There were no bowls played this week due to rain. Next week the first round of the club championship pairs will be played with the draw as follows: Brenda Davies, Betsy Johnstone vs Gwenda Carty, Cherie Frame. Rhona Went, Liz Byrne vs Margaret Hawken, Audrey Jones. Minnie Riordan, Joan Simpson and Maree Grant, Elaine Miller - bye. Nominations for CWD Pairs close 7th April. CWD singles will be played at our club from 3rd to 5th April. To play social bowls ring table selectors Rosemary Mitchell and Gwenda Carty between 8.30am and 9am. Visitors and new bowlers always welcome. Social roster Wendy Hendry. By Rosemary Mitchell
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THE OMEGA ENSEMBLE SYDNEY
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WIN A DOUBLE PASS
You can win a double pass to see Charlie Siem in concert with The Omega Ensemble on Saturday 1st April at Borrodel Vineyard, Orange. To enter please text your name phone number and Location (Parkes or Forbes) to 0490 517 590.
Entries close 2pm, Thursday, 29th March