Parkes Phoenix Issue 61

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Children Are Curious And Want To Engage In Science A passionate science teacher has given new meaning to the saying It takes a village to raise a child by turning his school into a natural history museum with the help of the community.

SCIENCEMAN… Gary Tilley lives and breathes science education and was in Parkes to share his passion with teachers. He holds the Prime Minister's Science Award for Teaching Excellence in Primary Schools, which he won last year.

Gary Tilley’s work has been recognised nationally and internationally and last year he became the first public educator from NSW to win the prestigious Prime Minister's Science Award for Teaching Excellence in Primary Schools.

“In over 30 years of teaching, I’ve never seen a primary school student who isn’t curious and doesn’t want to be engaged in science. Once they’re switched onto science, it helps their literacy and numeracy skills, and their investigative skills. Science is the key to the whole thing.” says Gary.

Gary was in Parkes last weekend to present at an annual CSIRO-supported teacher’s course run at the Parkes Radio Telescope for about 20 teachers from all over the country. He talked about what he had done at his school in primary science education.

“Communicating science, getting children inspired with science, engaging the community and scientists themselves with science to make it a better place for the kids—that’s my passion.” Gary says.

And it all started with one bare wall. As a specialist science teacher, Gary’s Principal, gave him the opportunity to introduce a new curriculum for science about ten years ago. He enlisted the help of an artistic colleague Tarni Williams to start a Science as Art project.

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MAYORAL NOTES Welcome to all the Dancing Queens and Fernandos to the Parkes Shire for the 2017 Trundle ABBA Festival. This weekend we are expecting around 5,000 visitors to converge on Trundle for the annual event.

A special welcome to the Ambassador of Sweden, Pär Ahlberger, who will be joining us on Saturday to be part of the festivities and officially open the event. Download the programme and purchase tickets at www. trundleabbafestival.com.

Council is delighted to share the draft of our first Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) with Parkes Shire residents. Council hosted a number of community engagement initiatives to gather the ideas and priorities of residents, carers and agency representatives to form the basis for the DIAP. The plan sets out the practical actions in which Council can help to create a more inclusive community. The DIAP is on public exhibition at Council's Administration Building, Libraries and our website. I encourage everyone to review the document and provide us with feedback.

Next week Council's fleet vehicles will display a yellow ribbon as part of National Road Safety Week 2017. The week focuses on improving outcomes for those who are vulnerable on our roads and highways and

We have a bit of a science theme in today’s issue. It just happened, and it is exciting to have this thread running through our biggest issue of the year so far. There is so much talk about science and maths taking a back seat in the subject choice of many students these days, so it is encouraging to know science can make news in our community.

On the front page you will be inspired by Gary Tilley’s passion for teaching science, while Yasmin Potts’ science achievement featured on page 13 is a great achievement. We meet a scientist in Our Bloke this week, and there is a story about the Ages of Fishes Museum’s expansion on page 12.

We even have a scientific debate on our letters page.

Tomorrow you can study the science of dressing up when the name of the game changes to ABBA – enjoy!

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to remember those who have been killed or seriously injured and stand in solidarity with their loved ones. The yellow ribbons are a sign that our Council promotes safe driving and is committed to protecting vulnerable road users. Residents can get in-

volved by taking the online pledge at www. sarahgroup.org.

Have a safe and fABBAlous week.

Yours Faithfully, Cr Ken Keith OAM Mayor of Parkes Shire

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SNIPPETS...

Council staff, Jillian Cowburn and Michael Chambers inspect the habitat under roadside timber.

Roadside Timber: Residents are reminded that the collection of firewood from all roadsides across the Parkes Shire is prohibited. Under a resolution made in April 1998, the collection or cutting of timber from the roadside will incur an on-the-spot infringement notice.

Parkes Shire Council's General Manager, Kent Boyd said: "The resolution is in place to prevent the further degradation of roadside vegetation and to preserve rare plant and animal species. Species unique to our Shire, including the Grey-crowned Babbler, Pink Cockatoo and Superb Parrot, use the timber on the roadside for habitat at various times throughout the year."

Activities prohibited without prior authorisation in any roadside reserve area: collection of firewood, rock, sand, gravel, dirt or any vegetative material; burning, clearing, grading, ploughing or any disturbance to soil or vegetation; grazing, tethering or droving of stock or bee keeping activities; trimming or lopping of trees or other vegetation. Residents can check with Council on 6861 2343 if they are unsure if their planned roadside activities are prohibited.

The same restrictions apply to Crown Reserve, Travelling Stock Routes and State Forests.

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QUESTION of the week Auditions: Parkes Shire Council is looking for youth actors over 16 to star in this year's mock crash demonstration. Auditions will take place on Thursday, 11th May at 5pm in the Parkes Shire Council Chambers.

The Councils' Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Melanie Suitor, is encouraging local up and coming youth actors to attend the auditions. "It will give participants an overview of all aspects of the project. They will take part in both filmed and live ad-lib exercises.

Local actor Krystle-Lee McMurray, has been involved in the project for the last few years. “It's a really interesting mix of acting in front of a camera as well as a live audience of over 500 year 10 students.”

Pre-registration for the auditions is essential. Contact Melanie on 6861 2364, or 0428 400 627 or Melanie.Suitor@parkes. nsw.gov.au.

Raffle Winners: Friends of Parkes Hospital Easter Raffle winners are: Bec Parkes - seafood voucher donated by SouthSea Seafood; and Ameila Gersback - Easter eggs donated by Woolworths.

Red Shield Doorknock: The Salvation Army is asking Australians to spare a few hours on 27th – 28th May to collect for its annual Red Shield Doorknock. To volunteer call 13 SALVOS (13 72 58) or register online at salvos.org.au/volunteer.

The Sunrise to Sunset - Parkes Heritage Homes open day on Sunday was a huge success with over 400 people viewing six homes. See story on page 4.

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Why are you interested in heritage homes?

Val Hornery: I grew up in the area. Parkes used to be our shopping centre. It is part of our history and it is lovely to see these homes. It is a great opportunity.

Judi Unger: I live in a really old home and I wanted to see what other people do with theirs. It is just stunning, so beautiful. It is a great idea to open up these homes. It is very kind of the owners to do it, as it is a big intrusion on their privacy.

Chrisina French and David Hudson: We live in Orange and have never been to Parkes. We are also interested in history and have been to heritage homes all over the world. We thought it would be a great day to take a drive to Parkes and have a look around.

YOUTH ACTOR AUDITIONS

2017 MOCK CRASH DEMONSTRATION Calling all aspiring actors aged 16 years and over! Gain experience acting on film and in front of a live audience by starring in this year’s mock crash demonstration.

Auditions: 5pm, Thursday 11 May 2017 Parkes Shire Council Chambers Call 02 6861 2364 to register for the auditions.

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Ann Olson enjoyed showing people around her home and talking about pieces of furniture and other interesting items she has collected over the years.

Heritage Homes Are Talk Of The Town

More than 400 people took advantage of a glorious autumn day to step back in time visiting the six heritage homes that opened to the public on Sunday.

A mood of admiration and appreciation prevailed as residents and visitors from across the state as far as Sydney admired lovingly restored and cared for homes and gardens. “It is just so beautiful,” was a remark heard over and over again.

Parkes Shire heritage advisory committee chair, Councillor Alan Ward said it was a tremendous turnout for the inaugural year of the Sunrise to Sunset - Parkes Heritage Homes open day.

“It was a wonderful start and has created a lot of interest in the history of our buildings.” said one of the home owners, Ann Olson. “I think it is the start of something really big. I like it that we still have people living in our heritage buildings and they have not all been turned into museums.”

Ann also hoped the involvement of the National Trust would result in some benefit to the community even if it was just to give owners advice on the restoration of and additions to old buildings.

Alan thanked the home owners for allowing people to explore inside their homes. “It was scary to open your home to the public,” said Ann. “But it is a way of sharing the way we live with others, and that was part of the message of the day.”

Ten lucky guests won a chauffeured tour with the Parkes Antique Motor Club transporting them between each of the homes in style.

“It is a wonderful experience.” said Lynne Hawley, regional director of Quota International who came from Condobolin for the day to be chauffeured by Bob Steel in his 1926 MG.

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According to Gary all you need to do is enlist the help of the community. “Teachers do not realise the power they have as everyone wants to see kids in science.”

Every Monday after school students and parents helped to turn the school walls into artistic science displays. “We started off with a couple of canvasses of dinosaurs, and it has since grown exponentially.”

Today the school walls are covered with murals of space images, cretaceous marine reptiles, and dinosaurs, as well as scaled-up models of stars and planets that the children and their families have built.

According to Gary it was all done on a miniscule budget. “The secret is to build contacts, create networks and make use of your local community, whether it is artists, dancers, trades people or anyone who can make a contribution.”

More advice he offered science teachers was to make the subject more exciting and interesting is to look at what is happening in the world. “Share science news with students, take part in the Australian bird count or do citizen science projects." He said simple activities such as measuring the temperature in different spots at school over a period of time and representing the data in graphs, could already make such a difference in how students look at science.

One of Gary’s many missions is to mentor the next generation of science and maths teachers to improve the way these subjects are taught in the classroom. He hopes to return to Parkes later this year and meet with local teachers to share his passion and inspiration.

(Go to YouTube to see a video of the Seaforth Public School science walls.)

By Maggi Barnard

The Cow Tripped Over The Moon Hey diddle diddle You all know the riddle A cow jumps over the moon...

But the moon is very high in the sky.

How many attempts will it take before Cow makes her famous high-flying leap?

On Wednesday, 24th May at 11am, Parkes Library will join organisations from Darwin to Hounville in a simultaneous reading of the picture book The Cow Tripped Over the Moon.

Every year a picture book, written and illustrated by an Australian author and illustrator is read simultaneously in libraries, schools, pre-schools, childcare centres, family homes, bookshops and many other places around the country.

According to Manager Cultural, Education & Library Services Shellie Buckle, National

Simultaneous Storytime not only promotes the value of reading and literacy, but also promotes the fun of books and celebrates an Australian writer and publisher.

The event is organised by the Australian Library and Information Association.

The Cow Tripped Over the Moon is written

by Tony Wilson and illustrated by Laura Wood.

Chief director of the Parkes Library players, Sandie Ward has been preparing for the library's Simultaneous Storytime performance for weeks. A script is written and rehearsals will commence shortly. The library team is hoping this will be their best performance yet!

Mums, dads, carers and children are all invited. For information about the event call Parkes Library on 6861 2309. For

more information on National Simultaneous Storytime around Australia, visit www. alia.org.au/nss/

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Tie A Yellow Ribbon For Road Safety Next week Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire Council staff will be wearing yellow lapel ribbons and displaying yellow ribbons on fleet vehicles to celebrate Yellow Ribbon National Road Safety Week 2017.

The event is in its fourth year and coincides with the United Nations Global Road Safety Week. The week focuses on improving outcomes for those who are vulnerable on roads and highways.

The Councils' Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Melanie Suitor, said the yellow ribbons were a sign that the Councils' not only promoted safe driving but were also committed to protecting vulnerable road users.

Last year over 1,300 people were killed

on Australian roads and more than 35,000 were injured. Locally there were 753 crashes across the Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire Council areas between 2011 and 2015, resulting in 14 fatalities, 169 serious injuries, 212 moderate injuries and 177 minor injuries. The major contributing factor was speeding (26%), followed by fatigue (14%), drink driving (9%) and the non-use of restraints (7%).

There will be a number of local yellow events including auditions for the annual mock crash demonstration, the official opening of safety upgrades to the Albert Street children's crossing in Parkes and a Learner Driver Parent Workshop at Red Bend Catholic College in Forbes.

Michael Chambers, Parkes Shire Councils' Environmental and Sustainability Coordinator has his yellow ribbons ready for next week’s Yellow Ribbon National Road Safety Week. The fountain in Cooke Park will be lit yellow as part of the week’s activities.

RURAL ROUNDUP Free Quad Bike Training For Farmers Farmers in NSW will now receive free quad bike training in an attempt to significantly reduce the number of deaths on rural properties across the state.

The New South Wales Government expanded a multi-million dollar education program to drive down the number of quad bike-related injuries and fatalities.

Four people have been killed in quad bike accidents across the state so far this year, including a six-year-old girl.

Minister for Innovation and Better Regulation Matt Kean said farmers who complete an approved training course would also receive a free helmet – worth around $120 -

suitable for use while they are riding their quad bikes. The changes represent a further saving to farmers of up to $230.

From 8th May, free training will also be available through authorised Registered Training Organisations.

SafeWork NSW has partnered with Tocal College to deliver up to 100 training events in regional and remote areas across NSW. Previously, farmers attending an approved training course (costing up to $510) received a rebate of $310.

It comes in addition to existing safety rebates, which were doubled in March this year for farmers who want to buy a safer

side-by-side farm vehicle, retrofit safety equipment to existing quad bikes, and/or buy an approved helmet.

Minister for Innovation and Better Regulation, Matthew Kean, said boosting training opportunities was vital.

"We've seen over 200 people take up the training course available to date." he said.

"This is about removing a barrier to accessing that training."

"That's why we're rolling out a free training package and a free helmet for those who access the training package, saving farmers up to $230 and making sure that they're safe in the workplace."

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Time To Start Lamb Marking

Ideal Conditions For Canola

It is that time of the year again where farmers in the district are busy lamb marking.

Lambs should be marked between the ages of two to 12 weeks old.

The term tail docking is referred to as placing a rubber ring on the tail of the lamb and is recommended by the Code of Practice for Sheep for blowfly control.

Lambs can be restrained either by cradle or by hand. During lamb marking rings are also expanded with a special plier and placed over the scrotum, just above the testicles. The ring blocks blood circulation causing the scrotum and testicles to eventually fall off along with the tail.

Throughout lamb marking it is advised to use insecticide when necessary to further help prevent fly strike and use antiseptic to sterilize all equipment used. During lamb marking farmers often inject the lambs with 5 in 1 Vaccine for the prevention of pulp kidney, an injection of scabby mouth to help prevention from the disease, a drench to help prevent worms and an ear tag to help with identification when sold.

Lambs are marked to help with farm management and for the market. Operators for lamb marking need to be experienced and follow the required guidelines.

Farmers in the region are happy with the recent rain making it perfect for sowing canola and the early varieties of wheat.

“Based on last year’s yields low protein, we can expect the nitrogen profile to be quite low so be sure to pay good attention to soil tests and think about sowing with applied nitrogen in case we run into dry weather,” said Brad O’Riley Canowindra Produce Agronomist.

Canola and early varieties of wheat are planted from late April up until early May as it is the ideal sowing time. Other varieties of wheat will then be sown, as it is the ideal flowering time. There is a recommended depth of 2-4cm when sowing, but is very dependent on the seed type.

“Smaller seeds such as canola are usually sown quite shallow and closer to the surface. We don’t expect moisture to be a problem this year with a brilliant start to the season so far.” said Brad O’Riley.

Farmers are advised to keep an eye out on their crops around June for mites and look to spray broadleaf herbicides. Canola is a popular crop in the Central West with ideal conditions allowing for a good yield.

Australia produces approximately 2-3 million tonnes of oilseed each year with canola and cottonseed making up 90% of that.

(Information source: Department of Primary Industries.)

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Terrain is a non-volatile, UV stable herbicide that can remain on the soil surface for up to three weeks. Rainfall is required during this period to incorporate Terrain into the soil. Once incorporated by rainfall, Terrain binds tightly to the top layer of soil, forming a concentrated band of protection.

As Terrain binds tightly to soil and is not translocated by roots, Terrain has excellent safety to trees and adjacent crops. It works best as an autumn cleaning application prior to the main germination of weeds.

Weekly Market Update Sales resumed this week after the annual Easter recess with 52,189 bales offered.

The first day saw buyer confidence leave the market and all types and descriptions suffered corrections, generally between 10 and 40 cents, however towards the end of the day buyer confidence returned which continued into day two, leaving the NRI to close at 1597.

The skirting market again closely mirrored the fleece. On the first day prices generally fell 20 to 40 cents with higher vm lots (>4%) most affected, while the second day saw prices rebound on average 10 to 20 cents with FNF (<2%) enjoying the largest gains.

The crossbred market had a solid week, with all crossbred types trading within 5 cents of levels achieved at the previous sale, while the oddment market had a mixed week with prices dropping on the first day only to recover some of the losses on the second.

Next week sees a reduction in quantity with just under 41,000 bales being offered nationally.

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Super Trouper Abba Weekend In Trundle The Trundle ABBA Festival officially kicks off tomorrow with over 5,000 visitors expected to attend.

The Staging Post is showing several films including Marley this afternoon and The Last Waltz tonight. The music trivia event at the Trundle Hotel is tonight at 7pm with the Ambassador of Sweden to Australia, Pär Ahlberger asking several rounds of questions.

If fashion is more your bag, you won’t want to miss the Fashions of the Festival tomorrow with a catwalk gracing Trundle’s famously wide main street with several prizes for best dressed female, male, couple, and group, most Swedish dressed and the inaugural Celia Vild Memorial Best of the Best.

Following on from this immensely popular event is the professional dance display and disco competition, with Tristan MacManus and Alana Patience taking to the stage before judging the disco competition.

Other scheduled events not to be missed include the I do, I do, I do, I do, I do wedding vow renewals at the Trundle Hotel tomorrow, and the world record attempt for the most number of people dancing on Trundle’s main street at 4pm. The most highly anticipated event of the festival is the performance by Bjorn Again – the world’s number one ABBA Tribute band.

Their performance kicks off at 5.30pm at Berryman Oval.

Amitie, the singing trio from Parkes, and the Kransky Sisters from rural Queensland will also be performing. Amitie will perform songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s with their amazing combination of tones and fabulous harmonies.

The Kransky Sisters will offer light relief

with their popular award-winning musical concert. Utilising a kitchen pot, toilet brush, keyboard, musical saw, tuba, guitar and dueling tambourines the three weird yet endearing spinsters present offbeat covers of songs ranging from Nana Mouskouri and Eurythmics to Talking Heads and The Bee Gees.

Tickets are on sale now from www.123tix. com.au and there will be a ticket booth in the main street if you haven’t pre-purchased your tickets.

There is no shortage of colourful and creative costumes as this festival goer at last year’s ABBA festival in Trundle demonstrates.

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Take A Break In Bogan Gate

Making your way to catch a little Mamma Mia and Dancing Queen at the Trundle ABBA festival?

As you drive through Bogan Gate, do a stopover and call in at the Memorial Hall Markets to view the handiwork of crafters, artists and producers tomorrow and Sunday from 10am to 3pm.

There will be more than 20 stalls with a wide range of merchandise including woodwork, paintings, quilting, home baking, coffee and snow cones, hand crafted jewellery, knitwear, hand knitted soft toys, essential oils and souvenirs.

Two Bogan Gate artists will also be exhibiting their work. Renowned artisan Pol Cruz, and painter Mardi Pierpont will have artworks for purchase.

Local producers, Colin and Shelley Nutley of Tumbling Downs, will have their olive oil for sale, as well as an extensive range of home-made jams and chutneys.

Why not jump the queues in Trundle and enjoy a Devonshire Tea or a light lunch prepared and served by Bogan Gate community members.

Bogan Gate has a population of just over 300 and is 38km west of Parkes.

So why not “take a chance on” Bogan Gate and spend time at the markets before heading out to Trundle.

Majority Of Drivers Law Abiding The majority of drivers in the Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire area are law abiding when it comes to wearing seatbelts and using mobile phones.

The latest observations results indicate a combined 99.1% seatbelt wearing rate and a 0.8% mobile phone usage rate.

The surveys are conducted bi-annually.

Councils' Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Melanie Suitor, said survey staff conducted observations for an hour in the morning and an hour in the afternoon.

According to Melanie the seatbelt wearing rate is higher than the state average of 98%.

The best location was the Parkes Highway recording 100% compliance in the afternoon. The worst location was the Forbes Urban location with a 96% wearing rate in

the afternoon with 14 people observed unrestrained.

Although it has been compulsory to wear seatbelts in NSW since 1971, each year more than 30 people are killed and 270 injured who were not wearing seatbelts.

"While our seatbelt wearing rate is better than the state average, it is disappointing to report that 59 people were observed not wearing a seatbelt." Melanie said.

The combined mobile phone usage rate was 0.8%, with three survey locations recording 0%: Condobolin Highway, Parkes Urban and Parkes Highway. Forbes Urban was the worst location with a 4.2% usage rate as 13 people used a phone whilst driving.

Light lunches • Devonshire Teas • Art & Craft Olive Oil • Jams and Chutneys • Cake Stall Paintings • Souvenirs • Woodwork • Raffles

Saturday 6th May Sunday 7th May To book a stall contact Ros 6864 1023 or Shelley 6864 1126

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Spoil Mum SUNDAY 14TH MAY

Fun, Free & Funky Ideas To Celebrate Mum

Every Mum is different but special in her own way, and they all deserve to be spoiled and celebrated on Mother’s Day! Here are some fun, free or funky ideas that will help you honour and thank your Mum for her unconditional love and support.

1. Ask for her to-do list, and take something big off Mum has things that she really wants done and keeps putting off. Take a weight off her shoulders and just do it.

2. Find an old friend of your mum's and reconnect them Help her find long-lost friends through Google, social networks or other services.

3. Host a gathering at your house Host a brunch, lunch or dinner celebration in honour of Mum. 4. Go through old albums Reminiscing for a few hours will bring back people we love, laugh out loud moments and even bring new insight into your current life.

5. Make her a new album In an age of Facebook and Instagram, printed photos have become special. Make a personalised photo book that Mum will love looking through over and over again.

6. Get her your favourite book Think of a book you love or one that has made an impact in your life. Write Mum a short note inside the book telling her why you think she'll love this book too.

7. Give her a clean house Whether you do it yourself, bribe her grand-

kids to do it, or get a professional cleaning service.

8. Have a movie marathon Get a stack of chick flick classics, add popcorn, wine, blankets and a cozy couch for a girls night in.

9. Write her a letter There's nothing like a handwritten letter.

Acknowledge your Mum for who she is and the contribution she has made in your life.

10. Make her a video A video greeting for Mums who aren't nearby, makes her feel like you are right there with her.

11. Learn a craft together Knitting, scrapbooking, jewellery making, find out what Mum would want to learn.

You might find a new hobby you can continue together for years to come.

12. Make her something yourself There are a tonne of DIY ideas on Pinterest with instructions.

13. Give the gift of time If you want to help younger Mums celebrate Mother's Day, they all want the gift of a little bit of relaxation, and a little time for themselves.

14. Give a gift that arrives more than once A subscription keeps on giving! Whether it's a magazine, a fresh food box, a wine club, whatever tickles Mum's fancy - she'll think of you every time her surprise comes in the mail. (source: gtdd.com)

Free Delivery on Flowers ordered before the 10th of May.

Holy Family School would like to wish all mothers and grandmothers a very happy Mother’s Day. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank you for your care and commitment to our school.

The most charming, faithful, forgiving and caring person you will ever meet, is your mother.

Never miss a chance to say a big thank you to her!

She is the reason you live and the reason to feel safe and happy.

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One Woman’s Fight For Mother’s Day

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Mother's Day is a celebration honouring the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds and the influence of mothers in society. It is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in the months of March or May. The modern holiday of Mother's Day was first celebrated in 1908, when Anna Jarvis held a memorial for her mother at St Andrew's Methodist Church in Grafton, West Virginia. Her campaign to make Mother's Day a recognised holiday in the United States began in 1905, the year her mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis, died.

Ann Jarvis had been a peace activist who cared for wounded soldiers on both sides of the American Civil War, and created Mother's Day Work Clubs to address public health issues. Anna Jarvis wanted to honour her mother by continuing the work she started and to set aside a day to honour all Mothers, because she believed they were "The person who has done more for you than anyone in the world."

In 1908, the US Congress rejected a proposal to make Mother's Day an official holiday, joking that they would have to proclaim also a Mother-in-Law's Day. However, owing to the efforts of Anna Jarvis, by 1911 some states officially recognised Mother's Day as a local holiday, the first being West Virginia, Jarvis' home state, in 1910.

In 1914, Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation designating Mother's Day, held on the second Sunday in May, as a national

holiday to honour mothers.

Although Jarvis was successful in founding Mother's Day, she became resentful of the commercialisation of the holiday. By the early 1920s, Hallmark and other companies had started selling Mother's Day cards. Jarvis believed that the companies had misinterpreted and exploited the idea of Mother's Day, and that the emphasis of the holiday was on sentiment, not profit.

As a result, she organised boycotts of Mother's Day, and threatened to issue lawsuits against the companies involved.

Jarvis argued that people should appreciate and honour their Mothers through handwritten letters expressing their love and gratitude, instead of buying gifts and pre-made cards. Jarvis protested at a candy makers' convention in Philadelphia in 1923, and at a meeting of American War Mothers in 1925. By this time, carnations had become associated with Mother's Day, and the selling of carnations by the American War Mothers to raise money angered Jarvis, who was arrested for disturbing the peace.

In 1912 Anna Jarvis created the Mother's Day International Association. She specifically noted that Mother's should "be a singular possessive, for each family to honour its own Mother, not a plural possessive commemorating all Mothers in the world."

(Source: Wikipedia)

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Unique Gifts For Mum With Mother’s Day fast approaching on Sunday, 14th May, Parkes Newsagency is the place to go for all things for Mum. Parkes Newsagency has a large range of candles, diffusers, handbags, wallets, Willow tree, cups and mugs, scarfs and flowers to name a few of the unique gifts you will find.

When you purchase a Mother’s Day card you go into the draw to win a T2 prize pack.

Go and see the wonderful staff who are always happy to be of assistance and can even gift wrap that special purchase.

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LETTERS TO THE Editor Dear Editor, I wish to reply to the article “Kinesio Tape Help or Hype?” in the Phoenix on Friday, 7th April 2017 by Ms L Reilly.

Firstly, I want to highlight that Kinesio Tex Tape (KTT) is not K Tape or Kinesiology Tape. It is the original tape produced by Kensio Kase of Japan some 40+ years ago under the strictest scientific controls.

K Tape, Kinesiology tape, sport tape and others, which have been devised since, are made by other companies – they do not presume to do what Kinesio Tex Tape (KTT) does. They each work in different ways to support muscles whilst the muscle/ joint is active.

As Ms Reilly has pointed out there are several papers questioning the validity of each tape. Rightly so. It’s evident that practitioners are getting confused with the variety available.

KTT was initially devised to work on the lymphatic drainage system and for increasing the blood supply to damaged muscles, from trauma or surgery. Its use ought to be kept in the hands of properly trained practitioners.

To state that any of these products are placebo in function is facile. Unless one has first-hand evidence that they are ineffective, one ought to do the courses before writing articles without scientific basis.

If we as professionals are not scientific in our approach, our clients/patients will be at high risk. It is our responsibility to stay ahead of the crowd and know what works from what does not.

My advice to Ms Reilly and the Phoenix – do proper research, not Dr Google - before writing and printing libellous waffle.

Sharon Dixon Physiotherapist MCSP, MICSP, MAPA, CMP

Dear Editor, My column “Keeping You Fit for Life” is an opinion piece. Having earned bachelor and master degrees majoring in physiotherapy and the title, APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist, I am qualified and entitled to present my opinion regarding the use of Kinesio tape (K-Tape) to treat sports injuries. The basis of my column regarding K-Tape was to highlight the fact that although high profile athletes are photographed wearing this tape, there is little scientific evidence to support its use.

I pride myself on my application of evidence based practice in all areas of my professional life. David Sacket, considered

the godfather of evidence based practice, defines it as “the integration of individual clinical experience and the best external evidence”[i]. As a physiotherapist, when applying evidence based practice, I must not just rely on the “I have seen therefore I believe” approach that Ms Dixon espouses, I must also carefully and critically analyse the relevant research.

A simple PEDro (Physiotherapy Evidence Database) search for K-Tape supplies the latest, quality systematic reviews. A 2015 systematic review and meta-analysis published in BJSM analysing 17 clinical trials concludes “existing evidence does not establish the superiority of K-Tape to other treatment approaches to reduce pain and disability for individuals with chronic musculoskeletal pain”[ii].

Another 2013 systematic review analysed eight randomised controlled trials using Kinesio Tex Tape (KTT) and concluded “there was limited to moderate evidence that KTT is no more clinically effective than sham or usual care tape/bandage” and “there currently exists insufficient evidence to support the use of KTT over other modalities of clinical practice”[iii].

It is true; I have not attended any K-Tape courses. Since the best external evidence does not support K-Tape’s use, why would I waste my time and money listening to the spin and rhetoric of marketing gurus who have monthly K-Tape targets to meet?

The fact is, a small fortune can be made from the sale of K-Tape and by training athletes to fear activity without my expert application of magic tape. However, until the research proves differently I cannot morally or ethically recommend its use.

Linda Reilly Ba.APP.SC(PHTY),M.Hlth.

Sc(PHTY),MAPA APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist (i) David Sacket. Editorial. Evidence Based practice. What it is and what it isn’t. BMJ 1996;312:77 (ii) Lim ECW, Tay MGX Kinesio taping in musculoskeletal pain that lasts for more than 4 weeks: is it time to peel off the tape and throw it out with the sweat?

British Journal of Sports Medicine 2015 Dec;49:1558-1566 (iii) Morris D, Jones D, Ryan H, Ryan CG. The clinical effects of Kinesio Tex Taping: A systematic review. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice 2013 May;29(4):259-270 This concludes the debate on this issue.

Editor

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More Fish Fossils To Go On Display The people of Canowindra are hopeful the bulk of their famous fish fossils may be one step closer to moving out of storage and into a new $600,000 purpose built display building.

Branch Manager Life and Geosciences of the Australian Museum, Cameron Slatyer, was in Canowindra yesterday to discuss plans for the building, which will see the full collection of more than 200 fossil slabs brought out of the dark and into full public display.

It is expected the full collection on display will significantly increase visitation, especially within the scientific community with a complete examination room to be included in the development.

Cabonne Council and the Australian Museum are currently in consultation to transfer the ownership of the fossils to the Australian Museum, which will provide the collection with heritage listing and registration.

More than 10,000 people visit the Age of Fishes Museum each year to view the remarkable story of the time when air breathing fishes with fins evolved into fishes with feet and our distant ancestors first stepped onto land.

Many thousands of complete fish specimens remain buried at the original site, awaiting excavation.

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SCIENCE TICKET… Yasmin Potts will get on a plane for the first time in her life in July to attend science programs in the UK and Europe.

Science Takes Parkes High Student Across The World

Yasmin Potts is going places. The Parkes High school captain has won a place in a world-class science program and is packing her bags for London in July.

Yasmin is one of only 20 Australian students to be accepted into the highly competitive International Youth Science Forum.

During the two-week program students visit world-renowned research institutions, laboratories and museums in London and across the UK. The program gives students a deeper insight into science and its applications, and is attended by 500 bright young scientists from all over the world.

Yasmin will then travel to Geneva to attend another youth program at CERN (European Organisation for Nuclear Research). It is one of the world's largest and most respected centres for scientific research and home to the Large Hadron Collider.

“Scientific method and critical thinking are great concepts to foster in young students to help them make more informed decisions.” Yasmin said. “Science explains how everything works, from the tiniest atoms to the universe. It gives the why and the how to everything.”

Despite Yasmin’s already impressive resume that includes a Victor Change Science Award and recent attendance at the National Youth Science Forum at the ANU, she was still surprised to make it into the program.

“I thought I had no chance of getting in.” she said. “The letter started with ‘thank you for applying’ and I thought they were letting me down easy. I could not believe it when I realised I was successful. My hands were shaking so much. It was just incredible.

“I’ve never even been on a plane before.

I’m really looking forward to meeting so

many like-minded people.”

Yasmin is excited about the once-in-alifetime experiences she will have, but also about sharing those experiences with her peers when she returns.

“It’s going to be a great thing for Parkes.

It proves that females living in rural areas can do stuff like this.” she said. “Regional schools don’t necessarily have less opportunities, but we’re less aware of what’s available and don’t always know how to access them.”

Yasmin says the entire staff at Parkes High School has been supportive of her ambition. She credits the teachers for sparking her interest. “My science teachers are really amazing. They know so much outside the syllabus and their enthusiasm makes the classes really engaging. My maths teacher Mrs Vere puts in so much effort. I love maths because of her.

“Parkes Rotary have also been amazing and have chosen to support me for this.”

Yasmin is laying strong foundations for a career in science. “Neuroscience is really my field of interest, there’s so much we still don’t know about the brain. As technology advances it’s a field of science that will prosper.” she said. “It’s exciting to think that the job I might have might not exist yet.”

Yasmin is hosting a fundraiser Mother’s Day movie night at the PCYC on 14th May to help meet the costs for participating in the program. Doors open at 5.15pm for the screening of Mamma Mia. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 5-15. A sausage sizzle, cake-stall, and tea and coffee will be available.

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TOPICALTrivia May 1st to 7th is International Composting Awareness Week.

Compost improves soil quality, retains moisture and reduces the need for chemical fertilisers. Composting food-scraps and organic garden waste also reduces the amount of waste in the landfill, and can reduce greenhouse gas emissions – so it’s good for the whole planet.

Compostable waste can be divided into two groups: green and brown. Green waste is sappy or moist. Items such as fruit vegetable scraps, vegetable oil, prunings, fresh lawn clippings and flowers are examples of green waste. Greens are essential to activate the composting process, but will become a sludgy mess on their own.

Brown waste is fibrous and low in moisture and facilitates aeration. Materials like dry leaves, shredded paper, eggshells, vacuum dust, hay, coffee grounds and tea leaves are brown waste. Aim for a 50/50 ratio between greens and browns. The compost takes a few months to mature, depending on the conditions.

Do not include plastics, dirt, rocks, building materials or dog or cat droppings in compost.

The council provides a green bin service for food and garden waste, so even if you don’t compost at home, you can still keep the compostables out of landfill.

THE SKILL OF INSPIRATION THROUGH MUSIC FIONA KERNAGHAN – THE ART OF BEING The Art of Being is the latest album from Fiona Kernaghan. The album is filled with incredible lyrics and melodies. “The Art of Being” is a lyrical amalgam of ideas and philosophies that resonate with Fiona and will most certainly tell you a story with each track. A strong world flavour permeates throughout the album. Part pop, part country, part folk, The Art of Being is a feel good album, uplifting your mood and will easily be a source of inspiration. It’s the perfect album to have playing when you’re in a creative mood. It is a Monte’s must have for May!

May Day was an ancient spring festival that was celebrated in the northern hemisphere. However, during the 19th century May Day became adopted as an international day of recognition for which? a)

Workers’ rights

b)

The beginning of World War I

c)

Standardised horses’ birthday

See answer at the bottom of What’s On on page 16.

BOOKWorms This month’s book is The Arab of the Future. It is a graphic novel by award-winning French-Syrian cartoonist Riad Sattouf. The work recounts Sattouf's childhood growing up in France, Libya and Syria in the 1970s and 80s.

The Book Club meets on the last Wednesday and Thursday of every month for a lively discussion on a different book each time. Join the discussion on 24th May from 3pm - 4pm, or 25th May from 6pm - 7pm. To join the Book Club please call Parkes Library on 6861 2309.

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John Sarkissian How long have you lived in Parkes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Parkes for over 20 years, having arrived with my wife in October 1996, to work at the Parkes Telescope.

The best thing about Parkes is the people and the sense of community. It’s a great place to live and work.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work? I am an Operations Scientist at the CSIRO Parkes Telescope. As a school boy, I used to daydream of working there one day, so for me, it’s literally a dream come true. What I enjoy most is the opportunity to work with so many world-class scientists. We have so many people visit from around the world, that at times it feels like a mini United Nations.

What do you do to unwind after work and on weekends? I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. There’s nothing better than having a barbecue with friends around. Also, a bit of star gazing at night, really puts me at ease.

What are you really good at? Talking about astronomy. I really can’t help myself.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? I’d like to fly like superman.

Imagine flying to the moon and back, without the need for a rocket. Now, that would be neat.

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Vaccinated. (Isa Brown) 10 week $16.50 (Black, Red, White) 18 week $19.00. Available Friday 12th May from Landmark Parkes 8am 68622844 or Walkers Ag n Vet Forbes 9am 6852 1333. Phone to order.

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What is your pet hate? Phoning a help line and being made to wait an eternity to speak to a human being. Whatever happened to customer service?

Tell us about your best holiday ever. I was backpacking through Europe in 1989, when the Berlin Wall came down. It was a great time with many historic events going on. It’s also when I met my wife.

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Keeping you fit for life

Stress Fractures The stress fracture is a common overuse injury seen in athletes who participate in endurance and high load bearing activities.

Stress fractures in the lower limb account for between 80 to 90% of all stress fractures, and in runners contributes to almost 16% of all injuries.

During periods of relative inactivity, with osteoporosis or eating disorders, the density of bone decreases. If loads on the bone become repetitive or abnormally high, and the bone is not given enough rest to allow for adaptation, the rate of stress-induced microfractures in the bone exceeds the rate at which the bone can repair, and stress fractures develop.

The typical complaint with stress fractures is of a gradual onset of pain. Initially there is just pain with activity that subsides with rest, but returns when the aggravating activity is resumed. Local tenderness and swelling is often found at the fracture site and pain is easily localised as opposed to shin splints, which produce a more diffuse pain.

Treatment initially involves rest from the aggravating activity for approximately four to six weeks. It may also require bracing or the use of a cam boot. In some cases surgery may even be required. Return to sport should be gradual to allow time for adaptation within the bone. It is important that all biomechanical and nutritional causes be addressed to prevent recurrence. Cross training and participating in a variety of different sporting activities can help minimise the risk of stress fractures.

It is important to remember if you recognise the symptoms early and treat them appropriately, you can return to sport at your normal playing level.

“For the fitness of you” Linda Reilly

Linda Reilly

B.APP.Sc(PHTY),M.HLTH.Sc(PHTY),M.A.P.A.

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WHAT’S On

5 May

5 May 6-7 May 6-12 May Colleen Coram, Noreen Symons and May Woods enjoyed viewing the heritage homes on Sunday.

6 May

8 May

11 May 11 May

12 May

Ann Maree Barber and Barbara Watt savour the glorious autumn weather in a beautiful garden at one of the heritage homes on Sunday.

13 May 4 Jun 18 May

21 May 24 May

Aileen O'Hearn, Eileen Blackstock and Brenda Young enjoyed the show and lunch at the View Club's Mother’s Day event on Tuesday.

10 Jun Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing

Ongoing The View Club was treated to a performance by Michelle and John Jelbart during the Mother's Day luncheon at the Astro Dish Hotel on Tuesday. L-R are Pamela Ward, Michelle Jelbart, John Jelbart, Zelma Fisher and Sue McLennan (front).

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Official Opening of the Parkes Painting Group Art Exhibition at 7pm at the Conventry Room, Parkes Library – cost $10 per person. Exhibition will run from 6th to 11th May from 10am to 4pm for $2 entry. Guest artist – Wendy Hawthorn.

Middleton Public School P&C Family Fun Night starting at 5pm 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.

Bogan Gate Markets at the Memorial Hall from 10am to 3pm. Stop at the markets on your way to the ABBA Festival in Trundle. Devonshire Tea and light lunches available.

Parkes Library Annual Book Sale. Get in early to pick up a bargain.

Trundle ABBA Festival from 11am with the world’s no 1 ABBA tribute band Bjorn Again, Fashions of the Festival, professional dancing displays and disco dancing competition. Tickets available online at trundleabbafestival.com Parkes Boars Monthly General Meeting at 7pm at the Coachman Hotel.

Mock Crash Auditions at the Parkes Shire Council Chambers for youth actors over 16. Contact Melanie on 6861 2364 or 0428 400 627 for preregistration.

Craft Corner AGM at 10am at the Craft Corner, Clarinda Street.

Friends of the Parkes Hospital cake stall and Mother’s Day raffle at the Parkes Hospital from 9:30am. Donations of cooking would be much appreciated.

Ever wanted to see a car fly? Don’t miss out on Chitty Chitty Bang Bang presented by the Parkes Musical & Dramatic Society at the Little Theatre.

Tickets online at www.parkesmandd.com.au or at Parkes Stationery & Office Furniture.

Cyber Safety for Older People at the Parkes Library at 10:30am as part of Law Week. The presentation outlines common on-line scams, how to identify them and provides practical tips on protecting yourself online.

Please RSVP for catering purposes on 6861 2309.

Parkes Rotary Fun Run from 7:30 – 10:30am. Run, jog or walk 10km, 5km or 2km for kids. Register online.

Free Information Session on creating a better financial future for yourself presented by Wealth Train at the Parkes Services Club from 5:30 – 6:30pm.

Random Weaving/Free Flow Workshop presented by artist Lanny Mackenzie at the Parkes Library from 10am – 3pm. Very limited spaces, please book on 6861 2309.

The Parkes Branch of the Red Cross opens every Friday from 10am to 3pm for the public to enjoy morning or afternoon tea or lunch for $5.

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.

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.

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. Members come as far as Canberra, Temora, Forbes, and Eugowra. All details on our website: http://recover.itmatters.com.au

Topical Trivia answer: a) Workers’ rights

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Local Legend Races Into Motorsport Hall Of Fame Not many people would expect to win an award more than 20 years after competing in their last race, so it’s understandable that John Pizarro’s most recent accolades took him by surprise.

In March this year John was inducted to the Australian Motorsport Hall of Fame, a prestigious honour shared by other motorsport greats, such as three-time Formula 1 world champion Sir Jack Brabham and five-time MotoGP champion, Mick Doohan.

John admitted that he was completely stunned when the Confederation of Australian Motorsports asked if he would be prepared to accept the award. “It was quite a surprise.” He said, “It was the last thing on my mind.”

The Parkes Rotarian was among 21 new inductees who were celebrated at a gala function in Melbourne.

Motorsports enthusiasts would know his recognition is well-deserved. John is one of the most recognisable names in Australian karting and is considered to be royalty in the scene.

He earned an impressive record of titles throughout his 30-year career including 15 Australian karting championships. He won races all around the world, competed in five world championships, and won the CIK

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Asia-Pacific championship.

His contribution to the sport is so well regarded that there is a trophy named after him. The perpetual John Pizarro Trophy is awarded to the champion of the Pro Gearbox class, recognising the highest performing karts.

While many consider karting to be a gateway motorsport, John proves that it’s possible to forge a highly-regarded career on the karting track. He credits his loyalty to the sport as a combination of pragmatism and competitiveness.

“Other motorsports are expensive, and I didn’t have the money for the winning equipment. I liked winning, and I could win in karting.” he said.

He started racing at just 18 years of age after being introduced to the sport by his brother-in-law. “We purchased an old kart with an even worse engine, and broke the con rod on the first race.”

While his brother-in-law was deterred by the experience, John found the challenge enticing. He purchased a bare chassis and embarked on a kart engineering odyssey that took him to the top. “I moved on to a Victor mower engine, and then a McCulloch engine, then proceeded onto an Italian rotary engine.”

It’s no surprise that he managed to strike a winning formula. “When you’re good at something, you work hard, and the harder you work, the luckier you get.” he said.

During his karting career John raced every other weekend, and worked his dayjobs in between; a commitment made more challenging because he had to travel to train on a kart track.

“I worked very hard.” he said. “My philosophy is when it’s good, make it better, and when it’s better, make it the best.”

It’s a work ethic that he has taken with him long after his retirement from the racetrack.

John owns the 4.5 star Astro Dish Motel, which he built from scratch.

By Raen Fraser

Famed motorsport champion: John Pizzaro said his recent recognition was a privilege.

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Tennis players Ben Evans, Abbey Kennedy and Jake Magill are excited to be going to the USA for a month of tennis and many more experiences.

Tennis Trip To USA For Trio

Three Parkes junior tennis players will be venturing to the other side of the world with their coach Helen Magill in five weeks time.

Ben Evans (14), Abbey Kennedy (13) and Jake Magill (15) have been putting in an enormous effort of extra training and tournament play over the past 18 months to be as prepared as possible for the enduring month to the USA. They will play singles and doubles in three tournaments at Lake Tahoe in Sierra Nevada, Stockton in San Joaquin and Yuba City. They will also play an Australia v USA club match in Sacramento, train at the Phil Dent Academy, tour through a college to understand how the American College system work and scholarships available to Aussie tennis players post HSC. They will experience high altitude training and have a couple of days to see the sights including Disneyland, Universal Studios, Alcatraz Prison and a bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge.

The group will experience true American

lifestyle and hospitality as they are billeted with different families for the three tournaments.

When asked what each was most looking forward to they all replied with big grins “not sure, just everything”. “It’s certainly going to be quite overwhelming for them.” said Helen. “Being away from their families for the first time and dealing with different conditions and cultures. It is also an opportunity I am very excited to be able to give these three who are all affable teenagers, a credit to their families and excellent role models for our younger players coming through in the region.”

Helen thanked the Parkes Community for their support. “It has been a good learning curve for Jake, Abbey and Ben to help organise fund raising activities and understand the value of local support. We have a raffle which is drawn 1st June with five fabulous prizes and 1st prize kindly donated by Nangar Gems.”

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TWINKLE Toes

Tumbling With Twinkle Toes!

Equal leader Mitch McGlashan watches the result of a putt during Sunday's second round of the Parkes Golf Club Championships.

Golf Club Championships A Tight Race

Nothing separates the leading players in this year’s Terry Bros Furniture & Floorcoverings Parkes Golf Club Championships after the opening two rounds last weekend.

Reigning club champion, Justin Sutton, and Mitchell McGlashan currently share the lead at even par 142 after 36 holes.

At the end of Saturday’s opening round McGlashan snared the lead after a solid 1 under par 70, while Sutton returned a solid even par round of 71. During Sunday’s second round Sutton bounced back with another par round, while McGlashan returned a one over par round of 72.

Chasing the leading duo is John Green with 11 shots adrift on 153, and Joey Van Opynen in fourth position on 155.

Peter Bristol leads the B Grade after rounds of 89 and 83. Last year’s runnerup Michael Smith is three shots back after rounds of 87 and 88, while pre-championship favourite Dub Rodgers is only 4 shots off the pace with Dave Whitfield.

Veteran golfer and one of Parkes’s fa-

vourite sporting identities, Laurie Wakefield shares the lead in C Grade with Duncan Constable after both players recorded 179 shots.

Veteran golfer and defending veterans titleholder Robert Hey has a comfortable 10 shot lead over Ian Phipps in that division, while Lachie Buesnell is a comfortable leader in the junior section.

In the overall handicap division only a handful of shots separates the leading ten players with Duncan Constable currently leading a frenzied pack of chasers on 139 just 1 shot clear of Tim Lasserre and Peter Bristol, while Phil Bishop and Laurie Wakefield are just one shot further back on 141.

The final two rounds will be played this weekend with players also vying for the eight positions in the respective three grades of the club’s matchplay championships to be played in conjunction with Saturday’s third round.

By Paul Thomas

A Home, Not An Aged Care Institution

What is most important for you and your loved ones as you age? Your health or wealth? The ability to uphold an active lifestyle or an active mind? Or to remain connected with family and friends.

With more than a century of aged care experience, providing care and support to over 1,700 Australians each year, The Salvation Army Aged Care Plus understands the importance of remaining independent within a loving home-like community.

The Rosedurnate Aged Care Plus Centre in Parkes provides a loving home and family environment through the provision of industry leading physical, spiritual and emotional care.

Dot Tye, a resident of more than six years, praises the efforts by staff saying she has never felt more at home. “This is

a place where carers and fellow residents become family, and the centre becomes home.” said Dot. Centre Manager, Leona Fisher says: “Ageing does not mean the end of happiness and richness of life, in fact, we pride ourselves on our inclusiveness and person-centred approach, which allows us to provide a home like no other.”

Many local residents proudly call Rosedurnate Aged Care Plus Centre home, with the latest addition to the family three-month old Elroy, a Maltese cross Shihtzu bringing smiles all around.

If you would like to learn more about the Rosedurnate Aged Care Plus Centre, contact Leona on 6862 2300 or at acp.enquiries@aue.salvationarmy.

Twinkle Toes Dance Studio is the only studio in the region offering Acro classes!

Acro, or acrobatic dance, is a great fusion of funky dance, tumbling, contortion and acrobatic elements. With a focus on flexibility, strength, balancing, limbering and tumbling, our class progressions take the beginner preschool level dancer from log rolls and summersaults to the advanced dancer tumbling effortlessly across the stage!

Acro dance is an excellent style that teaches kids about the fundamental skills in dance, but also to never give up! We encourage our dancers to persevere and gain confidence from their achievements.

Contact Twinkle Toes on 0439 229 976 for more information on classes.

Ella Wilkinson, Emily Littler, Hollie Hayward and Annabelle Barnes.

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PARKES SPORT

Positive Start For Spacecats

Captain Clare Barber. Photo: Sue Spicer.

The 2017 Services Club Spacecats started the season on a high with a 56-0 win over the Narromine Jets on Sunday.

The Spacecats had a good pre-season build up with trials against Forbes and Dubbo Macquarie, as well as a positive showing at the Canowindra KO. With nine new players on the team, early combinations were important.

It was evident early that Parkes needed to control the ball to trouble the Jetsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defense. Rookies Tyannua Goolagong and India Draper combined within the first five minutes to produce a try for Draper, before Goolagong asserted herself on the game.

Scoring three tries and setting up countless attacking raids, the young half was superb in helping Parkes score more than a point a minute in the first half. One of the features of the first half was a 70m try featuring an exchange of passes between 16-year-olds Emeline Lavaka, Alice Maier and Lauren Chester. The result was Chester posting one of her two tries for the match.

In the second half, a more determined Narromine emerged and troubled Parkes with determined play, however veteran

players Sami Afele, Emma Bayley and Demi-Joyce Winter led a siege-mentality defense to stifle numerous Jets raids, and enable Parkes to keep Narromine to zero.

Another rookie, Paige Hay totally controlled the second half, combining with skipper Claire Barber to push the final score to 56-0 and record a positive start to the new season.

Hay and Goolagong were judged by their peers as the players of the day, with the emerging Chester not far behind.

By Joseph Spicer

ROOKIE RUN... Paige Hay controlled the second half combining well with skipper Clare Barber. Photo: Sue Spicer.

A place you can call home Aged Care Plus provides leading physical, emotional and spiritual care for ageing Australians.

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