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AMAZON IN PARKES… Natalie Caldwell and Baeden Faint package an Amazon order in the quirky video compiled by the Parkes Shire Council.

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Since the announcement of the huge investment for the Inland Rail Project there is no stopping the Parkes Shire Council in its drive to put Parkes on the map. Council’s pitch to international electronic commerce giant Amazon with a fun video posted online last week has received an overwhelming response. After the online retail giant made it known they will establish a fulfilment centre in the country next year, Parkes Shire Council pitched our town as the perfect location to house the Australian arm of Amazon. Parkes’ strategic location to deliver solutions and opportunities for the Amazon business model is highlighted in the quirky one minute video. Parkes Shire Mayor, Cr Ken Keith OAM said: “The video was designed to showcase

Parkes’ strengths as a major logistics hub, whilst also reflecting the essence of our town by letting its personality shine through featuring the iconic Radio Telescope and the world famous Parkes Elvis Festival.” As Parkes is situated at the intersection of the Newell Highway and major railways linking all major ports in Australia, 80% of the country can be reached overnight. “Capitalising on these strategic advantages, we believe that Parkes offers major distributors such as Amazon a myriad of opportunity,” said the Mayor. The Inland Rail Project will complete the connection of the Parkes region to global markets via all the major ports of Australia, placing the Central West region into an economically advantageous position. Continued on page 7

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THUMBS UP... THUMBS DOWN

MAYORAL NOTES Parkes commemorated National Reconciliation Week 2017 with a number of events in the Shire. The Neighbourhood Central Hub in Peak Hill hosted a community morning tea with live performances, dancing and discussions. The first temporary outdoor dining platform has been installed outside Bella’s Café & Italian Restaurant this week. The platforms are piloted as part of the first stage implementation of the CBD Vibrancy Strategy. Upgrades are almost complete on the Parkes Waste Facility. The new waste management scheme will commence from 1st July to deliver improved customer services, environmental performance and long-term sustainability. The facility now hosts an undercover drop-off area via well sign-posted directions and bitumen sealed roads. A new custom built gatehouse and weighbridge has also been constructed for the new waste management staff to provide improved cus-

THUMBS UP To council for the great job on fixing and giving attention to the Bushman Hill walking paths

THUMBS DOWN To the people who take supermarket trolleys home and leave them in front of other peoples homes or on street corners. This gives our town a very bad image. Surely after a certain distance from the store this becomes questionable as to whether it is a stealing or littering offence?

THUMBS UP To Ikon Restaurant for a delicious meal and wonderful service.

tomer service. Waste disposal charges for domestic waste loads will commence from 1st August. Residents can download a Waste Disposal Guide from www.parkes. nsw.gov.au Residents are invited to attend the opening of an art exhibition Erratic Symbiosis, hosted by Parkes Library tomorrow at 11am. The exhibition marks the ten year anniversary of the Ub Ubbo Exchange, a non-profit community that has been fa-

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cilitating cultural exchanges, promoting art exhibits and organising projects in Australia and the Philippines. Enjoy your weekend. Yours Faithfully, Cr Ken Keith OAM Mayor of Parkes Shire

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Community cultural groups have created three soil paintings with Sean Cassidy and Scott Sauce Towney that will be on exhibit in the Erratic Symbiosis, Unearthing Voices, Sowing Future Visions exhibition opening at the Parkes Library tomorrow at 11am. The participants are (L-R) Helen Faint, Betty Nicholson, Sue Smeaton, Elsie Mahon, Scott Sauce Towney, Pol Cruz, Sean Cassidy, Rex Press and Sally Armstrong.

Public Speaking: A total of 77 students from 18 schools participated in the Oxley Group CWA Public Speaking competition in Condobolin recently. Twelve students from Parkes and Trundle have progressed to the inter-group level and will compete against students from the Orange-Bathurst area and Narromine to Bourke area in June. They are: Years 3-4: Highly Commended (HC) Oliver Mayo (Parkes Christian School) and Samuel Rivett (Parkes East); Years 5-6 : 1st Genevieve Bland (Parkes Public) and HC Hannah Dun (Parkes Christian School); Years 7-8: 1st Elizabeth Hoyle (Parkes High), HC Hamish Sanderson (Trundle Central), Alleyne Gaut (Parkes High), Nina Gaut (Parkes High); Years 9-10: 1st Ellie Hillier-Stanbrooke (Trundle Central), HC Robbie Stokes (Trundle Central), Jasmin Dalton (Parkes Christian School), Kiana Schembri (Parkes Christian School). Free Breakfast: A free forum will be held at the Forbes Inn on 8th June to explore the current road safety and freight issues affecting the local heavy vehicle industry. The Central West NSW Heavy Vehicle Breakfast Forum is part of the annual road safety calendar for Parkes, Forbes and La-

chlan Shire Councils. This year includes a workshop about the new safety rules coming into effect next year with regards to chain of responsibility. There will also be presentations about compliance and enforcement, a proposed low volume gate access scheme and the councils’ achievements in the past 12 months in improving access and education. For catering purposes registration is required - contact 6861 2364 or Melanie. Suitor@parkes.nsw.gov.au . Arts Funding: Local groups with arts projects in mind can apply for the 2018 round of Country Arts Support Program funding. The annual program of State Government provides small grants up to $3,000 to arts and community organisations in regional NSW to run their own local arts projects. Applications close Thursday, 27th July. In 2018 it’s expected there will be around $18,000 to distribute in the Central West region. Priority areas are arts and health, Aboriginal arts, and cultural tourism and lifelong learning (education or training projects for any age). The funding is open to all incorporated associations, not just those focused on the arts. Groups wishing to apply must discuss their project with Arts OutWest before submitting an online application. To apply, read the funding criteria at http://regionalartsnsw.com.au/grants/casp/ and contact Arts OutWest on 02 6338 4657 or email artsoutwest@csu.edu.au

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What does reconciliation mean for you?

Wally Biles: Looking at the past and looking at positive and negative issues. This week of national reconciliation has brought more awareness to the whole community and that government need to look further at development for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Jessica Williams and Le-kiesha-Lee Bowden: It means to care about other people and helping them.

David Acheson: People coming together, sharing and behaving as one mob. We live in a multicultural society and we should all get on. There is unfortunately still a lof of the them and us mentality, but it is getting better.

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Some of the people who worked on the Peace Precinct are (L-R) Parkes Rotary President David Hughes, Parkes Rotary Secretary Ken Engsmyr, local artist Sean Cassidy and Parkes Shire Council’s Parks & Gardens Technical Officer Elizabeth Briton.

Five Pillars For Peace

The many parks in Parkes contribute to a positive feel of beauty and tranquility. The newest park is a space where visitors can specifically contemplate the meaning and value of peace. The construction of the new Rotary Peace Precinct located within the Rotary Arboretum on Bushman Street will soon be complete. Supported by a Country Arts Support Program (CASP) grant, the new Peace Precinct has been built to provide the community a space for reflection and to gather each year for world peace. A dry creek bed was constructed which includes the installation of five carved timber pillars by local artists Sean Cassidy, Scott (Sauce) Towney and Scott Turnbull. “Four of the five pillars are positioned along the natural curve of the dry creek bed, representing four music notes. Together they make a harmony - and harmony is what the peace precinct is all about,” Sean explained. “The five pillars stand for peace, respect

and value diversity, acknowledge the past, strong families strong community, and Yindymarra Winhanganha - a Wiradjuri phrase meaning ‘the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in’.” Sean said they should remind us that respect, rejection of violence, resolution, reconciliation and freedom contributed to a state of peace. The pillars are carved with Wiradjuri iconography to acknowledge the First Peoples and our local history. Council staff joined members of the Rotary Club to carry out landscaping and planting around the pillars. Rotary Club secretary Ken Engsmyr said: “We hope the re-development of the precinct will encourage discussion around the five featured themes, and that it will become a focus for peace activities in future.” “Parkes was officially declared a Peace Community in 2012. This project will reflect the credo of our community being an inclusive place to live, work and visit.”

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Friday 2nd June 10.45am Beauty and the Beast 1.10pm Going in Style 3.00pm A Dog's Purpose 5.00pm Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 7.30pm A Dog's Purpose 9.25pm The Fate of the Furious Saturday 3rd June 10.45am Smurfs: The Lost Village 12.30pm A Dog's Purpose 2.25pm Going in Style 4.15pm Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 6.45pm A Dog's Purpose 8.40pm The Fate of the Furious Sunday 4th June 10.45am The Boss Baby 12.35pm A Dog's Purpose 2.30pm Going in Style 4.25pm Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 7.00pm A Dog's Purpose Monday 5th June 10.45am Beauty and the Beast 1.15pm A Dog's Purpose 3.20pm Going in Style 5.10pm Ghost in the Shell 7.15pm Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Tuesday 6th June 10.45am Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 1.15pm Going in Style 3.10pm A Dog's Purpose 5.10pm Going in Style

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New Outdoor Dining Platforms For CBD

Brenton Hawken from Parkes met with Member for Riverina and Minister for Small Business, Michael McCormack last week in Canberra.

Parkes Student Stands Up For Indigenous Youth In Canberra

A young Parkes resident was selected for a very special parliament sitting in Canberra last week. Brenton Hawken participated in the 2017 National Indigenous Youth Parliament (NIYP) with 50 other young Indigenous Australians at Old Parliament House. Brenton, who is currently studying a Bachelor of Education at Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga, was selected from a field of 306 applicants across Australia for a week-long intensive leadership program. The program involved meeting with Parliamentarians, business, community and Indigenous leaders and learning about the parliamentary process. They participated in a two-day simulated Parliament debating bills on issues identified by the participants. These included education, employment, improving access to mental health, human rights and drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. For Brenton, who would like to become a school principal to inspire the next generation of youth to pursue their goals and dreams, it was a once in a lifetime oppor-

tunity. He also met the Member for Riverina and Minister for Small Business, Michael McCormack. The Minister said he was delighted to meet Brenton and sponsor part of his participation in the NIYP. “Brenton, his family and peers should be proud of his selection, because his participation highlights his achievement as a proactive individual and positive role model who strives to make a personal contribution to his community.” “I commend Brenton for taking such an active interest in speaking up for and on behalf of his community and for both indigenous and non-indigenous youth alike. “I have no doubt we’ll see more of Brenton in the future as an up and coming leader and I encourage him to follow his dreams and wish him every success as he sets out to do so.” The NIYP is delivered by the Australian Electoral Commission in collaboration with the YMCA and the Museum of Australian Democracy.

The first stage of the Parkes CBD Vibrancy Project has been put into action with the construction of temporary outdoor dining platforms in Church Street. The project aims to add interest and excitement to the main street and adjoining streets to improve the CBD for shopping, working, living and visiting. The dining platforms have been exclusively designed for Parkes Shire Council as modular and transportable infrastructure that will allow businesses to increase their dining capacity and expand the outdoor dining options. The platforms are particularly suited to businesses adjoining parallel parking spaces with the platform designed to occupy a car parking space and sit between the gutter and fog line with easy access from the footpath. The platform includes side barricades and a shade structure with businesses required to supply chairs, tables and any additional accessories. Parkes Shire Council’s Economic & Business Development Manager, Anna Wyllie said “after a competitive expression of interest process for the pilot phase, the first dining platform will be trialled with Bella’s Café & Italian Restaurant”. “Bella’s application for the trial was strong due to their seven day per week operating hours for breakfast, lunch and dinner which allows us to thoroughly test the dining extension. The location in Church Street with access to the northerly entrance of the establishment was also appealing given there will be minimised impact on parking and traffic as opposed to a main street location.” The dining platform trial compliments other detailed planning and consultation underway for the southern end of the CBD which include improvements to the road surface, footpaths, parking, lighting, building access and signage. The plans for lower Clarinda Street are on exhibition and can be viewed via Council’s website or at the Administration Centre in Cecile Street.

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Members of the public with the Lachlan Reconciliation Group who helped to create a Sea of Hands for National Reconciliation Week.

Caring And Sharing For Reconciliation More than 100 hands formed a colourful display for the start of National Reconciliation Week 2017 at the Parkes Visitor Information Centre last Saturday. “It is all about caring and sharing,” said David Acheson of the Lachlan Reconciliation Group who organised the event. Two significant anniversaries in Australia’s reconciliation journey are celebrated this year as it is 50 years since the 1967 referendum, and 25 years since the historic Mabo decision. Councillor Wally Biles shared his personal experience of the 1967 referendum at the event on Saturday. “I grew up on the Brewarrina Mission near Bourke and we were not allowed to leave or move off the mission. If it was not for the referendum I would never have got an education,” said the Police officer, who was elected to council for the first time last year. The Councillor said although there had been a lot of positive changes, there was still a lot of work to be done. “We should all

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embrace national reconciliation, make it part of the Council calendar and make sure this celebration happens every year. The winner of the raffle run by the Lachlan Reconciliation Group was Wiradjuri teacher Loretta Gilbey winning a Wiradjuri dictionary and grammar book, donated by Uncle Stan Grant. Adding to the Sea of Hands display made in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander national colours were two art works made by the Parkes Early Childhood Centre and Middleton Preschool on exhibit. As part of the commemorations, Council is working on an Indigenous art project to go on display throughout the Parkes Shire. The last event takes place tomorrow at the Parkes Library. Everyone is invited to the launch of an exhibition titled Erratic Symbiosis, Unearthing Past Voices - Sowing Future Visions curated by Sean James Cassidy. By Maggi Barnard

The main judge for the Parkes Picnic Races Fashions on the Field next Saturday is former local Jay Fisher. Jay was born in Parkes and relocated with his family to Canberra before commencing high school where he started modelling for local designers and magazines. Jay now lives in Sydney and has built a large following on Instagram (@jayfishr). Jay’s social media platform has enabled him to collaborate with Australian and global brands, such as Daniel Wellington, Shoreditch, Julius Marlow and Bodaskins to name a few. More recently Jay and his partner, Sam McDougall have signed a six-month deal to be Holden ambassadors, promoting the new Holden Astra via their social media channels. Jay has a large extended family based in Parkes and is very excited to be a part of this annual event. He anticipates a high level of creativity with the fashions this year – so the challenge is out there Parkes!

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Break Away From The Pack! Do something different this June long weekend and experience real Australian bush hospitality at the famous Parkes Picnic Races. Spend the weekend in 4 star luxury with a package that includes your own picnic hamper and fully licensed private race marquee, as well as transport to and from the track on race day. You’ll also receive a complimentary continental breakfast with fresh locally grown fruits each morning you’re with us. So, if dressing up and and spending the day socialising in the fresh country air sounds good to you, why not come and stay with us? This is a limited time offer – rooms will fill quickly so make sure you book soon to avoid disappointment. Call the Station Motel on 6862 0444 to book. Price: $490 for two nights twin share on Friday, 9th June to Sunday, 11th June includes daily continental breakfast and race entry.

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At the official opening of the Region 12 meeting were (L-R) Quota International Vice-President Shelly Brown, Parkes Mayor Ken Keith, Quoata President Raelene Routh and David Acheson who did the Welcome to Country.

Quota Turns 60 In Parkes This Year

Quota International of Parkes hosted Region 12’s annual meeting last weekend as part of the 60th birthday celebration of the Parkes club. More than 30 Quotarians from Bathurst, Blackheath, Orange, Condobolin and Lithgow attended the program over two days at the Parkes Services Club. The event was officially opened by Mayor Ken Keith. He welcomed the Vice-President of Quota International, Shelly Brown to Parkes and briefed the meeting on the latest developments in the shire. He said the huge investment announced in the Federal budget for the Inland Rail Project was the best news Parkes had ever received. “There is huge potential with many benefits for the region. The prosperity it will bring makes it a well worth invest-

ment.” The Mayor was very happy to boast about the Council’s initiative to make a short humorous video as a pitch to Amazon, that was posted online last week, to bring its investment centre to Parkes as a demonstration of the possibilities for new development the project could bring. Shelly Brown attended the meeting to brief members on the latest information from the head office. She also handed a certificate to regional director, Lynne Hawley for her services. Although Parkes will celebrate its 60th anniversary in September, the semi-formal dinner on Saturday night was a good time to cut a cake for the anniversary. Quota International supports the deaf, hard of hearing, speech impaired and women and children in the local community and around the world. By Maggi Barnard

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Grants for Ten Groups Ten community and volunteer groups in the Parkes Shire will receive more than $20,000 in grants recently announced by the Australian Government. The four groups in Parkes are Parkes Memorial Hill Rejuvenation ($5,000), Parkes Shire Concert Band ($4,800), Parkes Shire Food Service ($5,000) and the Parkes Tennis Club ($2,398). The Peak Hill Art Gallery received $5,000, the Bogan Gate Community Memorial Hall $1,086 and $3,157 for the Central West Astronomical Society. In Trundle the Abba Festival received $2,500, the Men’s Shed got $2,900 and the Trundle War Memorial School of Arts $4,000.

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Parkes is the first point from Sydney where containers can be double stacked on rail, and offers B-double access on all major road routes. Parkes is also a critical node on the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail project which received one of the largest investments ever in regional Australia of $8.4 billion. According to Council, the Parkes National Logistics Hub offers choice and solutions that are cheaper, faster, easier and more efficient than alternative offerings. Investing in Parkes means lower overhead costs and greater profits as warehousing costs are at least 50% cheaper than Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane. Fully serviced industrial land is one tenth of the cost compared to Sydney. “Council will continue to seek out these opportunities in order to generate positive outcomes for our community and ensure it all adds up to a vibrant Parkes Shire region”, the Mayor added. For more information about the Parkes Logistics Hub visit www.parkeshub.com.au View the Amazon video at https://youtu.be/ lpEeWeLl1C0

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Local sheep farmers are experiencing calcium deficient ewes known as hypocalcaemia. This is a common calcium disorder for ewes that becomes more frequent at lambing time. This condition is common as the lamb is entirely dependent on the ewe to provide calcium to build strong bones for the first few weeks. The peak demand for calcium for a lamb is at 10 days of age, but that demand on the ewe steadily increases from midway through pregnancy, as the lamb’s bones begin to calcify. Inadequate calcium supply by a ewe to her lamb means the lamb has lower bone calcium stores, and as an adult will be more at risk of hypocalcaemia when lambing, perpetuating the risk into the next generation. The disorder is more common in transported sheep and those in stressful situations, such as when yarded for shearing in winter. Fortunately, if recognised early, a simple treatment with a calcium solution injected under the skin and oral supplements will affect a recovery in most sheep. Farmers can influence the risk of hypocalcaemia by ensuring the ewes get fed a balanced diet, which contains at least 3 gm/kg DM calcium, and up to 5 gm/kg in ewes with multiple lambs. Legume forages are great sources of calcium, and cereal grains are poor. Sourced from agriculture.vic.gov.au

Sow Network Safety Seed During the sowing season farmers are reminded to continue to think about safety first. Farmers and machinery operators need to be aware and consider the electricity network safety on their property prior to undertaking work. Regional manager northern, Mark Summers said Essential Energy was trying to avoid a repeat of last year’s spike in statewide incidents involving tractors and cotton module makers contacting the network. “The safety of our farmers, their workers and our electricity network are our top priority,” Mark said. Reducing the risk of fatalities or injury of agricultural workers is a high priority this year. “We are spreading the message to improve planning of activities which may reduce the risks to agricultural workers. Mapping out safe traffic paths and monitoring machinery movements around powerlines and poles can help avoid costly network incidents, unnecessary power outages and damage to electrical infrastructure.” If machinery does contact overhead powerlines, operators are advised to stay in the cabin and contact Essential Energy immediately on 13 20 80. “Bystanders should always remain at least 8m away and treat powerlines as if they are live,” Mark said. Property owners can access maps of Essential Energy’s overhead electricity network by calling 13 23 91 or visiting essentialenergy.com.au/overhead.

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RURAL ROUNDUP Soil Pits And Kits Field Day At Cooka Healthy soils are essential for primary production and sustainable landscapes. Would you like to find out how to understand your soil and improve your soil health? The Soil Pits and Kits workshop is your key to finding out more about soil chemistry, soil physical characteristics, soil testing and management techniques and options. There are also opportunities to take home a soil testing kit (conditions apply). The workshop will be held on 23rd July including a delicious morning tea and lunch. For more information or to book your spot, contact Marg on 6862 4914 or email cwllpo@hotmail.com

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As we celebrate National Reconciliation Week, it is time to bust some myths. Myth: “Real Aboriginal people live in the bush and live off the land in a traditional lifestyle.”

The Light Between Oceans by M L Stedman is the Book Club read for June. This debut novel of Australian historical fiction follows the story of Tom Sherbourned returning home after fighting in the Western Front trenches of World War I in Europe. He and his wife, Isabel, move to an isolated lighthouse, where they informally adopt a baby girl who washes up in a lifeboat. When the child is two years old, they return to the mainland on leave and discover that keeping the child has devastated someone. 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 21st May from 3pm - 4pm, or 22nd May from 6pm - 7pm. To join the Book Club please call Parkes Library on 6861 2309.

Fact: What percentage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people live in cities and towns? a)

35%

51%

13%

See answer at the bottom of What’s On on page 14.

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CATVISOR… This little supervisor does a very thorough job: “You missed a bit Dad”. Photo sent in by Caryl Slattery. Readers are welcome to send us funny, unusual, cute or interesting pet, animal or other photos for Caught Out! to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au

THIS IS WHAT IT SOUNDS LIKE WHEN THE MOON SINGS PIRRA – ANIMAL KINGDOM Animal Kingdom is the debut album from Sydney-based band Pirra. While Pirra has been placed in different styles, Animal Kingdom is firmly in the dark pop genre. Lead singer Jess Beck’s voice is simply stunning throughout the whole album, taking you on a journey of aural exploration. While the tempos of a lot of the tracks are upbeat, it’s the lyrics that provide a cheeky dark sense of humour. Animal Kingdom is perfect for cold winter afternoons to keep you tapping your feet and singing along with the band. Pirra’s Animal Kingdom is the #Montefamous must have album for June!

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The Role Of Art In Dementia And Palliative Care

Emily Walker

Emily’s Scholarship Will Further Her Career Path

Tullamore local Emily Walker has been awarded a 2017 Horizon Scholarship to support her studies in Agriculture at Charles Sturt University (CSU). The Horizon Scholarship is an initiative of the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC), and recognises students for their leadership and commitment to the future of Australian agriculture. Emily was one of 15 students to be granted a scholarship from a pool of over 150 applicants. She will receive $5,000 each year while she completes a Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management at the CSU Wagga Wagga campus. Emily said agricultural business was exciting because it provided the challenge of helping others and researched new ideas to improve areas within the industry. “I have a strong interest in agribusiness because I believe that, in order to be successful in the agricultural industry, financial stability and management must be maintained,” she said. “I am also rather interested in the cropping

industry, particularly in regards to wheat because it is a vital food source for the world and like many industries is in need for continuous growth and development in order to provide for the growing population of the world.” Emily’s career goal is to work alongside others in the agricultural industry to increase its success, profitability and sustainability, and she sees the scholarship providing many opportunities for her to develop her skills and connections. “I feel extremely fortunate and am very excited to be involved in this amazing experience with the opportunity to improve my skills, develop connections within the agriculture industry and increase my first-hand experience,” Emily said. RIRDC Managing Director, John Harvey, congratulated all of the scholarship recipients. “These scholars are tipped as our brightest young leaders and are the one to watch when it comes to shaping the future of Australian agriculture.”

Dementia and Palliative Care will be the focus of information sessions run by Arts OutWest in Parkes on 21st June. Arts and health coordinator Christine McMillan will be a guest speaker at the Little Theatre for two sessions from 11am to 1pm and 5:30 to 7:30pm. She will talk about Art Connections, an art and dementia program coordinated by Arts OutWest at Jemalong Residential Village in Forbes. The Dementia and Palliative Care ‘Getting it Together’ sessions provide insights into the management of dementia as a palliative illness and will be of great value to clinicians, health care workers, carers of people with dementia and members of the general public with in an interest in dementia. The sessions will be held in conjunction with Western NSW LHD Palliative Care Service. The principal presenter, Dr Jane Tolman, is a geriatrician based in Tasmania and an associate professor of aged care at the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre at the University of Tasmania where she is involved in both education and research. Jane’s talk will be highlighted by carer stories read by two actors, Kate Smith and Vince Melton from the Central West. Jane has developed a new staging system for dementia, and it has gained widespread traction among carers, families and health professionals for its emphasis on dignity and the importance of palliation. The sessions are free to attend but bookings are requested. Register on-line via http://profile.eventarc.com/profile/PEPANSW. For further information contact Program of Experience in the Palliative Approach (PEPA) NSW project manager Janeen Foffani on (02) 9515 6424 or 0428 970 012 or PEPANSW@sswahs.nsw.gov.au

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two-way crossword

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ACROSS 5 Prevent abuse of a drug, possibly? (5) 6 Regards pastry aboard the boat (5) 8 Roar emptily for the time being (11) 9 Does good for the little Professor; it’s written (7) 12 Expects not to be in favour of one hundred and one liver spreads (11) 13 A mixture of the right kind may intoxicate one (5) 14 Tosses the coin and goes berserk (5)

QUIck cLUes ACROSS 5 Sentry (5) 6 Notices (5) 8 For the time being (11) 9 Benefits (7) 12 Expects (11) 13 Imbibe (5) 14 Turns over (5) DOWN 1 Much larger in size (5) 2 Dimensions (11) 3 Religiously (11) 4 Performing aquatic mammals (5) 7 Mythical beast which is half eagle and half lion (7) 10 Irate (5) 11 Maintains (5)

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DOWN 1 The woven rug he imported was much larger in fact (5) 2 A well-trained prison troop of such dimensions (11) 3 The pair lustily exercised in sacred fashion (11) 4 Blocks off aquatic creatures (5) 7 The force involved in firing boldly on the monster (7) 10 Rather upset by giving the gang rye bread at the meeting (5) 11 Retains ancient strongholds (5)

Two Way Crossword: © Reuben’s Puzzles

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1 1988. 2 Hercule Poirot. 3 Men’s 400m. 4 Dolphins. 5 Albert Finney. 6 Claude Monet. 7 New York. 8 Empire. 9 Linen. 10 South Africa.

How many words of four letters or more can you make from the letters supplied? All words must contain the central letter. Plurals and verb forms ending in “s” are not accepted as extra words. There is at least one 9-letter word to discover. Reference: Collins Concise Dictionary

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9-Letter word Today’s Aim: 54 words: Good 81 words: Very good 108 words: Excellent

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6 Which French Impressionist artist painted Poppy Field? 7 What is the most populous city in the US? 8 Golden Globe-winner Taraji P. Henson played Cookie Lyon in what TV series? 9 What textile is made from fibres of the flax plant? 10 Famous for its wine production, the Stellenbosch region is in what country?

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1 The bicentenary of Australia was celebrated in what year? 2 Captain Arthur Hastings is the best friend of which fictional detective? 3 South African Wayde van Niekerk holds the world record in what track and field event? 4 One of the three NFL teams based in Florida is the Miami what? 5 Who played Daddy Warbucks in the original 1982 film Annie?

No: 0003

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Keeping you fit for life

Baker’s Cyst A Baker’s cyst, also known as a popliteal cyst, is a swelling at the back of the knee joint. Baker’s cysts are fairly common and are associated with chronic swelling within the knee joint. They occur most frequently, secondary to degenerative disease within the knee joint such as osteoarthritis or meniscal degeneration. The main sign that a Baker’s cyst is present will be a bulge and a feeling of tightness behind the knee. This may be tender to touch with pain and stiffness, often worsening as the knee is straightened after activity or when squatting or kneeling. Just as a door hinge requires oil to reduce friction and allow smooth movement, similarly, the cartilage and tendons in the knee joint rely on a lubricating fluid called synovial fluid. Synovial fluid circulates around the knee joint and in and out of various fluid sacs called bursae, that communicate with the knee joint. Sometimes when a structure within the knee joint is damaged or inflamed too much fluid is produced. If this fluid gets trapped in the popliteal bursae it is called a Baker’s cyst. If a Baker’s cyst is suspected, the whole knee joint should be assessed thoroughly as treatment involves treatment of the underlying cause. Once the cause has been addressed the swelling generally settles down. Sometimes the bursae might be drained or surgically removed but if the underlying cause of the swelling is not corrected the swelling will just return. Strengthening exercises for the lower limb can help to improve joint biomechanics and to decrease the load on the knee. For the fitness of you, Linda Reilly

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BE Seen

Quota International Vice-President Shelly Brown handed a certificate to Regional Director, Lynne Hawley for her services at the Region 12 meeting held in Parkes last weekend.

Tom and Anita Medcalf won the Naggers Cup at the Parkes Golf Club last Saturday. They are with sponsor Liz Matthews (right).

A civic reception was held for the NSW PSSA AFL Championships held in Parkes last week. At the reception were (L-R) Kent Boyd, Bob Bevan, Mayor Ken Keith, Cr Bill Jayet and Cr Neil Westcott.

After an extended and beautiful autumn, winter made an appearance overnight this week wearing a cloak of frost.

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WHAT’S On

13 May4 Jun

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.

16 May15 Jun

Never Be Late For A Parade - An exhibition of book illustrations by Shaun Tan at Parkes Library.

2 Jun

Wiggles Around Australia Tour at the Parkes Leagues Club at 12:30pm. Cost $30.

3 Jun

Girls’ Day Out for Trundle branch of the Royal Far West Sunshine Club at the Trundle Golf Club at 2:30pm. Contact 6892 1006.

3 Jun

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.

3-16 Jun

Exhibition at Parkes Library - Erratic Symbiosis, Unearthing Past Voices.

4 Jun

Parkes UpMarkets at Cooke Park from 10am – 2pm.

6 Jun

Parkes Day View Club Luncheon at the Astro Dish. To book call Pamela on 6863 4552.

9 Jun

Official Opening of Peak Hill’s 44th Annual Arts and Craft Exhibition at 6pm at the Peak Hill Leisure Centre.

10-11 Jun

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.

15 Jun

Seed Bomb Workshop at the Parkes Library from 3:30 - 4:30pm presented by Michael Chambers. Bookings required, call 6861 2309.

17 Jun

All Things Handbags at the St George’s Church Hall $6 entry. If you wish to display your handbag, bring it between 9 and 10am on 17th June. Contact Norma on 6862 2880 or 0409 622 888.

21 Jun

Dementia and Palliative Care Information Sessions at the Little Theatre from 11am – 1pm and 5:30 – 7:30pm. Register online at http://profile. eventarc.com/profile/PEPANSW

24 Jun

Western Plains Cultural Centre in Dubbo Handmade Art Markets from 10am.

Ongoing

The Parkes Branch of the Red Cross offers a plate of homemade slices and cakes, sandwiches and tea or coffee for $5 every Friday from 10am to 3pm.

Ongoing

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. Contact email address cameraclubparkes@gmail.com

Ongoing

Parkes Torch Bearers for Legacy meets every third Monday of the month at 10:30am at the Parkes Services Club. Everyone welcome. Contact Magaret Cherry on 6862 4789.

Ongoing

Parkes Shire Concert Band rehearses every Tuesday 7pm - 9pm during school term in the music room above the pool complex in Dalton Street. Contact music director Duncan Clement on 0405 035 164.

Topical Trivia answer: a) Most Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people live in cities and towns with 35% living in major cities, and only 21% living in remote areas.

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www.parkesphoenix.com.au Winner Drawn 7th June.

PURE STRENGTH… Megan Hinchley, former Parkes High student, will be taking part in the World Powerlifting Championships later this month.

Powering Her Way To World Championships

A former Parkes resident will be competing at the 2017 World Powerlifting Championships in Belarus this month. Megan Hinchley (nee Tanswell) of Gunningbland will be competing in her second world championship and fourth international level competition. Megan, who grew up in Parkes, now lives in Canberra and runs her own personal training business. She started powerlift-

ing in 2010, and has previously competed for Australia at the 2012 and 2014 Oceania Championships and the 2015 World Championships. Powerlifting is a sport conceived as a pure test of strength. It comprises of three lifts, the squat, bench press and deadlift. Megan (35) only weighs 51kg, but can squat 130kg, bench press 67.5kg and deadlift 147.5kg, which is almost three

times her body weight. She will travel to Minsk, Belarus in mid June to compete with the best powerlifters in the world for the Australian team. She hopes to improve on her lifting total and world ranking. She will make the trip with her mum, Maree Tanswell from Parkes, who will be part of the Australian support crew.

Medcalfs Are Champion Naggers

ROUND 12 WINNERs... Mitre 10, Forbes Central butchery, Parkes newsagency LEADER BOARD

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Refrigeration

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Mitre 10 - Annie

Parkes Newsagency- Greg

Parkes Physiotherapy- Linda Reilly

Parkes Sportspower - JoHN

Parkes Services Club- Percy

Parkes Mensland- Wilbur

AJT refrigeration - Sue

Forbes Central Butchery- Luke Byrnes

Greenlight Collectables - Brendan

pjl group - clayton

Harvey NOrman- Kylie

Parkes Decor - Laura

After an altercation with a quad bike three weeks ago and with no practice it was a wait and see situation for Tom Medcalf and his wife Anita in last Saturday’s 18 hole Medley 4-Ball Best Ball Stableford for the coveted Naggers Trophy. Despite the accident Medcalf performed exceptionally well and not only did the likeable Trundle farmer take out the Naggers Trophy, but he also managed to take home a nearest the pin. The Medcalfs returned a solid 43 points to take the major award. In the Sadie Hawkins award it was a rare victory for John Pearce and Rod Luyt who cruised to a solid one shot victory over Col Barker and Shen Taranto with 45 points. Club Captain Paul Thomas informed members at the prize giving that effective immediately the club had made a major change in playing conditions that would allow players the opportunity to contest the following Saturday’s event by playing the designated competition on either the Monday or Friday prior to the scheduled event. This change will not affect championship events when players will have to contest the event on the designated date of play. Thomas also said all golf balls won in either a nearest the pin or ball competition should be collected from the Pro Shop. Saturday’s nearest the pin awards went to Peter Magill, Warren Blatch,Tom Medcalf, Steve Edmonds, Rod Kiley, Brian McGee and Glen Buesnell. Ball winners from the Medley competition went to 44 Col Barker and Shen Taranto, 43 Chris Goodie and Dub Rodgers, Steve Edmonds and Anthony Riach, 42 Ron Hetherington and Lindsay Elliott, Brian and Dale Matthews and suriving the countback were Michael Smith and Liz Matthews. The annual 27 hole Mixed Foursomes Championships will be played on Sunday, 18th June sponsored by Liz Matthews. By Paul Thomas