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Price increases from 30th June 2017 TO THE MOON AND BACK… The Parkes Library actors with their appreciative audience of pre-schoolers. They are at the back (L-R) Sandie Ward (narrator), Claire Cassel (time keeper) Tina Mylechrane (moon) and Gillian Hunt (dish). In front are Sally Chapman (dog), Dan Fredericks (cow) and Ann-Marie Winter (cat).
Hey Diddle Diddle Storytime Is A Fun Riddle
The leaping, high-flying cow had the recordbreaking young audience in stitches on Wednesday at the Parkes Shire Library’s performance for Simultaneous Storytime. The library joined the rest of the country for the annual event with all the pre-schools in Parkes attending, as well as the regular story timers and other members of the public. “It is our best one yet,” said Sandie Ward who directed and narrated the performance of The Cow Tripped Over the Moon. “We seem to be getting bigger each year and might have to think of doing two shows next year to fit everyone in.” The book by Tony Wilson is a story about friendship and perseverance. It is also a story about cows smacking into meteorites and hot air balloons and sand dunes.
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Simultaneous Storytime not only promotes the value of reading and literacy, but also the fun of books and celebrates an Australian writer and publisher. Members of the Library Council of NSW were also in the audience and were very impressed with the performance and the other services offered by the library. They visited Parkes Library for the first time in more than ten years to see how the library operates. Shellie Buckle, Manager Cultural, Education and Library Services presented plans for expansion to the team and said she hoped for the best in the next round of grants opening in September.
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NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK 27 May - 3 June 2017 You’re invited be part of the next big steps in our Nation’s reconciliation journey. Check out all the events happening across the Parkes Shire to commemorate National Reconciliation Week 2017. www.parkes.nsw.gov.au #NRW2017
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MAYORAL NOTES On Wednesday over 180 children packed the Coventry Room for a live performance of The Cow Tripped Over the Moon for National Simultaneous Storytime. Parkes Shire Library staff joined libraries, schools and bookshops across Australia to simultaneously act out the picture book. Parkes welcomed up-and-coming sporting stars with the NSW PSSA AFL championships and the Netball NSW Schools Cup for the West/Central West areas held in town this week. As part of the first stage of implementation of the Parkes Main Street Vibrancy Strategy, temporary outdoor dining platforms will be piloted in the CBD. The platforms, designed exclusively for Parkes Shire Council, are transportable and will allow businesses to increase their dining capacity and expand the outdoor dining
JUNE 2ND PARKES LEAGUES CLUB 10:00AM & 12:30PM Tickets
Terms and conditions: Standard text message charges apply. Entries close 5pm 31st May. Winner will receive 4 x tickets to the Wiggle Around Australia at 12:30pm on Friday 2nd June at Parkes Leagues Club only. Winners will be contacted via phone.
options in the town centre. Bella’s Café will be the first establishment to trial the dining platform. Next week, Parkes will take part in National Reconciliation Week, with a number of events planned to commemorate two significant anniversaries in Australia’s reconciliation journey: 50 years since the 1967 referendum, and 25 years since the historic Mabo decision. The theme is ‘Let’s Take the Next Steps’, with locals asked to be a part of the next big steps in our nation’s reconciliation journey. Find out about
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QUESTION of the week
Currajong Disability Services Chairman, Neil Unger congratulates new CEO, Jeff Evans on his appointment. (Photo: Barbara Watt)
New CEO: Jeff Evans is the new CEO for Currajong Disability Services (CDS). With over 25 years experience in the not-forprofit sector, Jeff knows his next task of preparing CDS for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) roll-out will arguably be his biggest. “My main objective is to prepare CDS for the transition into the NDIS,” said Jeff. With the massive changes occurring in the industry, Evans and his team are getting ready for the roll-out over the next few months while also trying to minimise disruption to existing services, those that use them and their routines. Consistency and continuity with service operations will remain top priority for the new CEO and his team despite the implementation of a new scheme.
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Thornton, Treasurer Jackie Charlton, Assistant treasurer Lorraine Job, other members Maree Tanswell, Rebecca Chatman, Joanne Chatman and Debra Wren, publicity officer Lorraine Job, patrons Neil Skinner and Hazel Barton, Social Media Editor Keith Turk, competition manager Rebecca Chatman. Two members received special thanks for their service: Jim Mackay held the Treasurer position for the past 24 years, and Frances Thornton was Secretary for eight years. Jim was also voted to become a Life Member of the club. Let’s Take The Next Steps: Parkes residents are invited to be a part of and celebrate National Reconciliation Week. The Lachlan Reconciliation Group will celebrate tomorrow with a Sea of Hands display and free community barbecue at the park adjacent to the Parkes Visitor Information Centre from 10am. Members of the public are invited to plant a hand and celebrate and reflect on Australia’s indigenous history and culture.
Tara Dennis: The fire truck is my favourite. I have a lot of relatives who work for the Rural Fire Service.
Mary Gray: I liked the hose. Spraying the water was fun.
Parkes Camera Club: Steve Ostini was elected President of the Parkes Camera Club last week. The rest of his committee are: Vice-President Keith Turk, Secretary Julie Brown, Assistant Secretary Frances Running in the family… Corey, Helen and Callum (8) Rowbotham ran the 5km race in the Rotory Fun Run on Sunday. (See story on page 12.)
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Alana Wood: The lights and sirens. I like it when they drive with the lights and sirens when they go to put out fires.
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Eva, Lara and Louis Smith got some hands-on experience with fire fighter Craig Gould as he showed them how to operate the hose.
Fire Station Open Day Highlights Safety
More than 50 families flocked to the Parkes Fire Station for the annual open day last Saturday. Deputy Captain Cody Venaglia said the event was hugely popular. While the kids got to check out the equipment, sit in the truck and even spray the hose, the parents were targeted to make them aware of fire safety. Cody estimated that Parkes fire crews attend around 160 fires each year. While fire fighting is their most obvious activity, they also have specialty training in HAZMAT chemical spills, and rescue services for road accidents. Cody admits they’ve even rescued cats from trees. “Once we arrived to rescue a cat from a tree, but when we got next to it, the
cat jumped over to the tree next to it and ran down the trunk.” He said they also rescued a Dalmatian puppy once, it had got its head stuck in a recliner. “That one was pretty memorable because of the association Dalmatian’s have with fire stations.” The open days are scheduled to coincide with winter approaching and a lot of heating-related fires. “Fires start because of chimneys getting too dirty, or people putting a clothes horse in front of the heater,” Cody said. His strongest words of advice was to “keep looking when you’re cooking, and don’t leave food unattended on the stove.” By Raen Fraser
Olympian marathon athlete Scott Westcott received a big surprise on Sunday morning when Mayor Ken Keith presented him with a Star of Parkes at the start of the Fun Run. Scott, who ran in last year’s marathon at the Olympic Games, said he was overwhelmed and speechless by the gesture. “I did not even know you could name stars after people.” The Mayor handed Scott his Star Name Deed certificate stating the star’s exact astronomically verified position. The Star of Parkes is a symbolic honour, inspired by the tradition of presenting the Key to the City. The stars are reflective of the Parkes Shire – our starry skies, the iconic CSIRO Radio Telescope and the Shire’s shining future. Scott, who grew up in the Shire and regularly returns for the Fun Run, waited more than 20 years to claim his place on an Australian OIympic team.
Scott Westcott received his certificate to prove he has a star named after him from Mayor Ken Keith on Sunday.
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What To Wear To The Races Have you got your outfit ready for the social highlight of the year, the Parkes Picnic Races on 10th June? Dressing for the races in winter is challenging as you want to look your stylish best, but also need to keep warm. Here are some suggestions: Materials and Fabrics: A wool blend/ tweed has a warm, wintery feel. Leather trims can look great or be brave and wear a whole leather garment, like a pencil skirt. Faux fur trims bring a cosy, yet stylish, touch to an outfit. Shapes and Silhouettes: Be flexible with sleeve lengths because you can always cover up with a jacket or shawl. Play around with different shapes of sleeves. Winter Colours: Rich jewel tones are favourites in winter, such as navy, maroon, deep purple, copper, emerald green, mustard, oranges, tan and the classic black, white and grey. Metallic accessories are fun to play around with too. Capes and Jackets: A fun addition to an outfit is to wear a cape over the top. Capes come in many different colours and patterns and look very on trend. Gloves: People love to wear gloves in winter. They can be made of leather, suede or wool and come in a variety of different colours and lengths ranging from half palm to full length. This can add in an extra colour. Millinery: Millinery of the season is often made of felt, wool, leather and silks and is adorned with trims such as feathers, leather flowers, lace and veiling. Metal crowns
and headpieces are trending too. Accessories: Metallic accessories are popular and can be a great way to vamp up a dull dress. Think gold, silver, bronze and chrome, as well as stones and jewels. Shoes: Put away your strappy summer heels and snuggle into enclosed shoes.
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My House My Home How To Decorate For Winter
In winter your home becomes your retreat from the outside world. As the temperature drops we are drawn to stay inside, cook comfort food such as hearty soups and casseroles, and hibernate. It is a time for reading and relaxing with your loved ones. So now is the perfect opportunity to create a cosy haven to enjoy the cold winter months ahead. How do we create this atmosphere? Well it’s easy just by adding a few key elements. Here’s my top 5 ways to ready your home for winter: 1. Move your furniture around. As summer decorating is all about simplifying to welcome the outside in, winter decorating is all about creating warmth and cosiness. Move your lounge or single armchairs closer together to create a feeling of intimacy and position them around your heating source to encourage long conversations on cold winter nights.
als in a shag rug can give an instant and dramatic effect to the space. Shag rugs are available in an enormous range of styles and colours ranging from deep chocolates to vibrant ruby reds or simple neutral tones. This season features many new variations to the styles of shags on offer. Carved and patterned shags as well as extremely textural shags made from combining a variety of silks, wool and fabrics. 4. Buy a lamp and turn it on. Everything feels better when a room is lit, while subtle lighting will set the mood. 5. Update your bedding and buy yourself that new quilt cover set. In winter we need more layers to our bedding to keep us cosy and warm. By changing your bedding seasonally it allows your room to be instantly transformed into a warm, luxurious retreat ready for serious snuggling through the cold nights. Heavier quilts will give you added warmth while throws and comforters complete the layering effect.
2. Decorate the room with warm throws and scatter cushions in rich fabrics. Warm, deep colours as well as a variety of textures in the cushions and throws will give the room instant warmth, cosiness and an injection of colour to brighten dull winter days.
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PARKES Historical Society The tea towel bedspread on display at the Henry Parkes Museum until the June long weekend has a long and colourful history. Tricia Jackson (Hutton) started buying and collecting tea towels more than 35 years ago on her first visit overseas to England. She first bought one for her grandmother Elizabeth Medlyn. This encouraged her to start her own collection expanding to about 30 tea towels representing special memories of family trips and holidays. When Tricia rediscovered the towels recently she decided to have the towels made into a bedspread. Rose Jones jumped at the chance to make something different for her favourite hobby.
One side of the quilt depicts English, Scottish, Irish and other country scenes, while the reverse side depicts Australian and New Zealand scenes. Some of the Australian scenes bring back memories of books and colourful birds. There is also one called Dolphin Dreaming with drawings of indigenous Australian animals. The leftover tea towels were made into two pillow shams and a carrybag. This display is one of the most unusual objects we have ever had at the Museum, so if you like to look at lovely unusual things please come and visit the Museum and enjoy the lovely objects we have in our collection. By Yvonne Hutton
A unique tea towel bedspread on display at the Henry Parkes Museum.
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Make A Splash In Your Kitchen Are you renovating your kitchen or building your dream home? You might be looking for a stunning centrepiece for your kitchen. At Glassplace you can get good advice about installing a glass splashback in your kitchen. Their splashbacks are made from 6mm low iron toughened glass with polished edges for a clean, sleek and stylish look. The low iron in this special glass ensures the splashback colours show true. Splashbacks are easy to clean, non-staining (unlike grout between tiles) hardy and heat resistant. Glassplace has a huge range of colours to choose from. So whether you are looking for whites or neutrals for a subtle change, or reds, greens, or blues for a drastic centrepiece, there are a wide range to choose from. There is also a whole range of me-
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CAUGHTOut! SPINAL HEALTH What does technology, sedentary lifestyles and manual labour have in common? They can all have a negative effect on our posture. Stand tall for spinal health week by these tips. • Be aware of screen slouch. Television, computer monitors, laptops and hand-held devices like phones and tablets all encourage poor posture. You can’t look at a sleepy cat and be tense... This Limit the use of portable devices and take frequent breaks. furry feline is called Wiskey and loves snuggling • Stretch it out. Take stretching breaks from computer work, physical work or on a human lap. watching television. Turn your head in small circles, from front to back and Readers are welcome to send us funny, unusual, side to side to loosen tightened neck muscles that can interfere with good cute or interesting pet, animal or other photos for posture. Pull your shoulder blades back and down, and hold for 10 seconds. Caught Out! to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au • Move often. Frequent exercise is vital for a healthy body; even a 10 minute brisk walk will have a positive effect. Play is a fun way to move – get active with the kids, and your pets or throw a ball around in your garden. • Kick the heels. High heels and thick-soled shoes are terrible for posture. Wear flat, thin soled shoes where possible, or orthotic supports where necessary. Going barefoot helps build the muscles in your feet, giving a better foundation for your posture and quality of movement. • Don’t get cross. Sitting with your legs crossed for extended periods can change the alignment of your spine over time, particularly if you always cross your legs the same way. • Get support. There are a range of support devices available, such as supportive braces, tapes and lumbar supports. Even a rolled towel can provide lower back support. Seek professional advice if you are concerned about your back.
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Before they reinvented children’s music, the founding members of the Wiggles were performing in which Australian rock band? a)
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UNINHIBITED CONVERSATION GLIDER PILOTS – TALK FREE Glider Pilots are a brother and sister duo from Queensland. Their debut album Talk Free is a beautifully arranged example of genre blending. Combining elements of Jazz, Pop, RnB, Folk as well Electronic music, the album takes you on a musical voyage. Samantha’s voice is at times otherworldly as she delves into deep emotional depths, exploring everyday thoughts through reflective lyricism. Backed up Benjamin who expertly sets the atmosphere with wistful synth laden sounds, moody guitar melodies and grounding beats giving each track deep layers that reveal themselves with every listen. Talk Free is the perfect album to set the mood for a relaxed dinner party. It is without a doubt a must listen too!
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Friday 26th May 10.45am Hidden Figures 1.15pm Going In Style 4.00pm Smurfs: The Lost Village 5.40pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 8.10pm The Fate Of The Furious 9.40pm The Fate Of The Furious Saturday 27th May 10.45am The Boss Baby 12.45pm Beauty and the Beast 3.10pm Going In Style 5.00pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 7.30pm The Fate Of The Furious 9.55pm Ghost In The Shell 10.00pm Chips
How long have you lived in Parkes and what do you like about living here? I grew up in Parkes. My partner and I moved to Mackay in 2006, where we had our two beautiful daughters, Stella 6 and Lotti 4. We moved back to Parkes at the beginning of the year and are all loving being home, surrounded by our amazing family and friends! Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? After more then 13 years in the beauty industry I decided to open up my own salon, Kindred Beauty Lounge. My days are filled with relaxing facials and beauty treatments. Helping to educate and empower women to feel comfortable in their own skin is my daily goal, and I’m absolutely loving it! What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? My weekends are all about family and friends, catching up and enjoying all that our beautiful community has on offer. If you could have a super power, what would it be? To have my housework magically done for me! Nobody has time for that, seriously! What is your pet hate? Trying to find the end of the sticky tape...!
Sunday 28th May 10.45am Smurfs: The Lost Village 12.45pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 3.15pm Beauty And The Beast 5.40pm Going In Style 7.30pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 8.10pm Going In Style 10.35pm Chips Monday 29th May 10.45pm Going In Style 12.50pm Hidden Figures 3.10pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 5.40pm The Boss Baby 7.30pm The Fate Of The Furious 8.30pm Going In Style Tuesday 30th May 10.45am Beauty And The Beast 1.10pm The Fate Of The Furious 3.40pm Going In Style 5.30pm Hidden Figures 7.50pm Going In Style 8.20pm Emo The Musical Wednesday 31st May 10.45am The Boss Baby 12.50pm Going In Style 2.45pm Emo The Musical 4.30pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 7.00pm Ghost In The Shell SESSIONS & TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
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This week’s after school care play-based learning activities focused on Food Allergy Week. A food allergy is an immune system response to a food protein that the body mistakenly believes is harmful, which causes the body to release a lot of chemicals, triggering abnormal bodily reactions in a person’s breathing, gastrointestinal tract, skin or heart. We painted one fingernail to show awareness that one in ten babies are born with a food allergy. We discussed and brainstormed what food allergies are and what the nine food groups are that cause 90% of all food allergies. We also discussed what to look for when somebody has an allergic reaction, the different severities of allergic reactions, and why it is vital to know which of your classmates have food allergies. The children showed genuine empathy and care for other children’s wellbeing. Many of them remembered the children with an allergy in the service and that one child requires an epi-pen and the ambulance to be called right away if he gets stung by a bee! At the end of the week, they had two final challenges: to identify foods in our kitchen that contain one of the nine most common triggers of a food allergy, and they had to adopt an allergy and create their own lunch box menu. Over the past eight months we have been working hard to transform our club into a more visually appealing and welcoming space by brightening the walls with a coat of paint and replacing wooden doors with glass doors. We did a massive expansion and refurbishment of the KidzCare area upstairs with new flooring, knocked out a wall and got brand new equipment and furniture. If you are in need of school hour’s care for your child, contact the PCYC! By Amanda Sutton M. 0497 393 124 | P. 6862 3825 E. parkescc@pcycnsw.org.au LIKE us on Facebook!
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Samuel Arnott loved the chance to explore the fire truck during the Fire And Rescue Open Day last weekend.
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Cody Venaglia and Rodger Wing Yip found a new way to serve their community at the Parkes Fire Station Open Day.
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Aspiring fire chief Harvey Gray found there was plenty to see and do at the fire station last weekend.
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24 Jun Ongoing Ongoing Bella Gould, Rochelle Smith and Molly Smith ran the 5km race in Sunday’s Fun Run.
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. Never Be Late For A Parade - An exhibition of book illustrations by Shaun Tan on display at Parkes Library featuring a collection of illustrations from Shaun Tan's best-known picture books including The Arrival, The Red Tree, The Lost Thing and the Singing Bones. Create a sea of hands for Reconciliation Week at the park adjacent to the Parkes Visitor Information Centre from 10am. Members of the public are invited to ‘plant a hand’ to reflect on Australia’s indigenous history and culture. Free community barbecue available. Portraits of Language Exhibition at the Western Plains Cultural Centre in Dubbo – a photographic and oral documentation exhibition highlighting the Local Elders of Dubbo and region and their relationship to traditional language. Arthritis & Osteoporosis Support Group monthly social meeting at 10am at the Pink Orchid Café, Bushman Street. Contact Sandra on 6863 4904. Wiggles Around Australia Tour at the Parkes Leagues Club at 12:30pm. Cost $30. Hop in your big red car and head to the show to join in the fun. Girls’ Day Out for Trundle branch of the Royal Far West Sunshine Club with fashion parade, wine and cheese tasting and stalls at the Trundle Golf Club at 2:30pm. Contact 6892 1006. Official Opening of Erratic Symbiosis, Unearthing Past Voices - Sowing Future Visions Exhibition at 11am at the Parkes Library. Followed by music and barefoot bowling at the Railway Bowling Club at 1pm. Exhibition at Parkes Library - Erratic Symbiosis, Unearthing Past Voices. The exhibit will include a video installation by Jake Atienza, the launch of a Wiradjuri song by the Parkes Wiradjuri Language Group, Sunfield Records and eL Garahe, soil paintings and works by local artists Scott Turnbull and Scott “Sauce” Towney, and Parkes Painters, Parkes Potters and Craft Corner. Official Opening of Peak Hill’s 44th Annual Arts and Craft Exhibition at 6pm at the Peak Hill Leisure Centre. 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. Peak Hill’s 44th Annual Arts and Craft Exhibition at the Leisure Centre and Southern Cross Hall on the Newell Highway from 9:30am – 4pm Saturday and Sunday. Displays and demonstrations, Devonshire Teas, homemade soups, light refreshments and barbeque. Seed Bomb Workshop at the Parkes Library from 3:30 - 4:30pm presented by Michael Chambers. Learn how to make seed bombs and take some home for your garden. Bookings required, call 6861 2309. All Things Handbags at the St George’s Church Hall. $6 entry to display plus morning and afternoon tea and entertainment. If you wish to place your handbag on display, bring it to the hall between 9 and 10am on 17th June. Contact Norma on 6862 2880 or 0409 622 888 for more information. Western Plains Cultural Centre in Dubbo Handmade Art Markets from 10am. The Parkes Camera Club meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.00pm at the Parkes Neighbourhood Central, corner of Bushman and Currajong Streets. Email cameraclubparkes@gmail.com 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.
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To downsize or not? The kids have moved out and the house is starting to feel empty — as well as costing a lot to maintain. So is it time to sell up and buy something smaller? We look at the pros and cons of downsizing the family home. If you’re an empty nester or retiree who owns a home, chances are you’ve considered whether it makes sense to downsize your home. While there can be financial — and other — benefits in selling up, it’s important to consider whether it’s the right move for you. The pros
Downsizing your home can be a great opportunity to make a lifestyle change for the better. If you’ve always dreamed of making a sea-change or treechange, this could be your chance. Or perhaps you’d like the convenience of a new apartment in a vibrant part of town, or the sense of community and extra support offered by a retirement village.
Moving into a smaller home can be less expensive to manage, with lower rates and electricity bills. It can also reduce the amount of work you need to do to maintain your home, with less cleaning and gardening required.
As you get older, mobility may become an issue, and a home with easy access and fewer stairs can mean you’re able to live independently in your own home for longer. Selling up may also mean you can move to an area with better facilities for seniors, such as easy transport and access to healthcare.
Financially, downsizing to a less expensive property can free up the equity you’ve built up in your home. You can then use the extra money to go travelling, help out the kids, or simply boost your retirement income. The cons
However, downsizing does have some drawbacks, both on an emotional and financial level.
To start with, moving is often ranked as one of life’s most stressful events. And this can be particularly true if you’ve lived in your home for a long time, and are leaving a lifetime of memories behind. If you’re leaving the area, you may also
find it hard to replace the support of neighbours and friends, and you may miss the security of familiar surroundings.
It’s also worth considering whether your new home will have space for your children or grandchildren to stay, if that’s a priority for you. If you’re selling for financial reasons, it’s important to understand how the money will affect your government entitlements, like the pension and other aged care benefits. Currently, Centrelink doesn’t include your home in the age pension assets test. But if you downsize, any cash you have left over will be counted as an asset — potentially reducing the pension you receive. Remember too, that moving is expensive, so be sure to factor in all the costs involved, including stamp duty, before you put the house on the market. Decide what’s best for you
If you’re thinking of downsizing, it is important to get some practical financial advice that’s based on your personal situation and needs. So before making this life-changing decision, you can contact us to discuss.
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Win a Coffee & Tulip Voucher from Pink Orchid! (can be used separately) To enter text your name, contact number and the word “Tulip” to 0490 517 590, or drop this entry from at Pink Orchid. Left: Monique Morgan on her way to victory in the 5km race. Right: Gavin Stephenson won the men’s 10km race on Sunday.
Young Female Winner For 5km Fun Run
Youth proved to be a winner at the fourth Rotary Fun Run on Sunday with young runners taking all the shine. Fourteen-year-old Monique Morgan was the overall winner of the 5km race, while two more young runners took up the second and third sports in the men’s 5km event. Another 14-year-old Liam Tory came second and Philip Howard, only ten years old, surprised with the third spot. With last year’s record breaking Olympian winner Scott Westcott not competing, the field was wide open and Monique became the first female to be the overall winner. Her time of 22:03 was well off Scott’s record of
15:10.50 he set last year. The 10km event was won by Gavin Stephenson in 41:42 for the men and Ursula Wilson won the women’s race in 44:25. The kids 2km race once again proved popular, although entries were down from last year. Spencer Draper and Sam Airey were first of the 72 entrants to finish with Isaac White and Paddy Williams in second and third respectively. The first girl over the finish line was Sharlia White followed by Tia Dunn and Ruby Smith. A total of 187 athletes took part in the three events in beautiful autumn weather. By Maggi Barnard
Remarkable Day At Golf Club Despite the 30ml of rain on Friday evening, a great field enjoyed a remarkable day sponsored by D’Aquinos and Parkes Cellars last Saturday. Members also contested qualifying rounds of the Handiskins and Pybar Handicap Challenge, as well as the Ian Pinniger Memorial trophy. In this event players contest an 18-hole 4ball aggregate Stableford with Glen Buesnell and Marty Woods taking home the major trophy and the Ian Pinniger Memorial Trophy. They recorded 75 points, with Buesnell contributing 41 individual points. Robert Cheney topped the leader board in the Individual event with 39 points. Despite the women still feeling the ef-
fects of a gruelling three days at the Western Districts Championships, a reasonable field contested the D’Aquino’s-sponsored day. The 18-hole 4ball aggregate Stableford was won by sisters Lynne Guise and Kaye Jones with 65 points to edge out Frankie Cock and Margaret Hogan by three shots. On Wednesday the ladies will contest the Parkes Sportspower 18-hole Stableford, which is also the second round of the Pat Turnbull Salver run over seven rounds with the player who records the highest score from four rounds declared the winner. On Saturday is the 18-hole Medley 4Ball Best Ball Stableford. By Paul Thomas
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Leucura Wins Gold Cup A good crowd attended the running of the 123rd Gold Cup at the Parkes Jockey Club on Sunday. The feature race over 1,600m, the Parkes Services Gold Cup, was won by a Waggabased horse, Leucura trained by Chris Heywood and ridden by the premier county jockey Greg Ryan. The prize money totalled $25,000. The other main race, the Parkes Services Satellite Handicap was won by Heza Thief for Cowra-based trainer Ken Parsons. The Parkes Services Club supported the racing by encouraging members to come to the races with free entry and a lucky gate prize to the members won by well-known, Bob Freeman. The Jockey Club is looking forward to seeing everyone trackside for the famous June long weekend picnic races.
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