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HILLS EVERYFAY 3 TIER CLOTHES AIRER $29 IT’S IN THE STARS...Artist Scott ‘Sauce’ Towney showcased his Wiradjuri constellations at the Skywriter’s Big Gig last the weekend - it is just one of the many projects he is working on.

Local Artist Is Making A Mark On The Art World

You might not be familiar with Scott ‘Sauce’ Towney, but chances are you would be familiar with his work. The Wiradjuri man from Peak Hill is one of our shire’s most prolific working artists. In the past few weeks Sauce has been involved in several public projects – and has plenty more already on display. Wiradjuri Murriyang – or Wiradjuri Sky World - was his most recent exhibition. It forms part of the Big Skies Collaboration and was part of the Skywriter’s Big Gig last weekend. The works are based on his interpretation of the Wiradjuri constellations. The artworks have been loaded into the astronomy software Stellarium, which positions the constellation images against the night sky. Last Friday also saw the public installation of his work on the Parkes Community Wall. That work comes from a collaboration with

other local indigenous and non-indigenous artists, and was originally displayed in the Erratic Symbiosis exhibition that was hosted in the Parkes Shire Library last month. This all comes just weeks after the rededication of the Peace Precinct, a totemic sculptural garden that also features his work. Sauce also has numerous national and international projects in the pipelines. Sauce says that pyrography portraits are his favourite work. “There’s something really special about burning a picture with a hot tool,” he said. “A lot of my work is based on traditional ceremonial tree iconography. The marks are used in ceremony, so I contemporise it, to preserve the Wiradjuri patterns.” By Raen Fraser

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MAYORAL NOTES With the commission of the Water Treatment Plant before the end of September, Council contractors Clearflow have commenced cleaning of the water mains by air scouring in Peak Hill this week. It’s expected that the crew will commence work in Cookamidgera from Sunday 16 July, before moving onto Parkes next week. During the cleaning process residents will experience loss of supply for a short time and may experience discoloured water coming through taps temporarily. The cleaning process will ensure consumers experience optimal water pressure, taste and quality upon commissioning of the Water Treatment Facility. Residents will be notified at least 24 hours prior to works taking place in their area. The Parkes Visitor Information Centre’s Kids Day Out kicks off at 11am today, Friday 14 July with a full day of school holiday fun planned. Kids of all ages are invited to join

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in the fun, which includes outdoor games, jumping castles, NRL games and giveaways, a fidget spinner challenge, sandsational art, as well as an appearance by Chase and Marshall from Paw Patrol! While the kids play, the adults can browse the range of market stalls selling local produce and goods throughout the day. The sky’s the limit this weekend for Astrofest 2017. The annual festival of astronomy endeavours

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TRUNDLE POP-UP BOOK CLUB

Join Debbie for Trundle Library’s first ever pop-up book club! Book - The Grass Castle by Karen Viggers. Thursday 20 July @ 2pm. Afternoon tea & discussion. Pick up your book from Trundle Library today.

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You can browse and download popular books for reading on your computer, eReader or iDevice at the Parkes Shire Library ebook website. parkesshirelibrary. wheelers.co You are able to borrow 3 eBooks at a time, for up to 4 weeks. Titles recently added to the collection include: Bone Box by Faye Kellerman, Country Roads by Nicole Hurley Moore, and Daughter of the Murray by Darry Fraser. to bring together astronomers, both professional and amateur to foster, encourage and promote astronomy in the Parkes region. It’s just over two weeks to go until National Tree Day. This year, we’ll be planting at the northern end of Danilenko Street and I encourage residents and visitors to come along on Sunday 30 July at 11am and do something positive for our local environment. For more information on these programs and events visit Council’s website or follow us on social media. Enjoy your weekend. Yours Faithfully, Cr Ken Keith OAM Mayor of Parkes Shire

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SNIPPETS... The Parkes Harness Racing Club race meeting was also held at the showground on Sunday. Dozens of racing enthusiasts enjoyed the trackside sunshine for some family friendly fun as part of the club’s winter racing program that started in June.

Steering the youth in the right direction: The school steer award went to Garren Park Money Maker, pictured with Keely Ryan, Cooper Carter and Garry Hedger.

A Busy Weekend At The Showground: The Parkes Showground was a bustling hive of activity last weekend. The famous CanAssist Garage Sale – the biggest and best in the Central West – was held in the Pavilion over two days. It was another hugely popular event. Hundreds of savvy locals not only bagged a bargain while raising money for a worthy cause, but they also made a difference to the environment. Buying second hand goods helps keep quality items out of the landfill and lessens the burden on our planet. The box sale was very popular, and the furniture auction managed to move quite a few items. The volunteer’s efforts over the weekend raised $10,000 for CanAssist. Don’t worry if you didn’t make it, the next sale will be held in early August. The National Limousin Junior Show was held at the Parkes Showground from Friday – Sunday. The event attracted 106 young competitors and their families from all around Australia. Livestock handlers aged between 6 years to 25 years competed for ribbons and trophies at the annual competition, which gives the youngsters the chance to develop and showcase skills that will set them up for a future in the beef industry.

Kids’ Day Out TODAY: Kids across the Parkes Shire are invited to the Parkes Visitor Information Centre today between 11am - 3pm for a day full of school holiday fun, with plenty of free and affordably priced entertainment. Parkes Shire Council’s Tourism Leader, Jaimee Timmins said, “last school holidays, over 400 children took part in the first Kids Day Out. Given its success we wanted to bring the event back bigger and better, with new activities to keep the kids entertained.” “And not to forget the big kids - adults can also join the fun! Browse the range of market stalls selling local produce and goods throughout the day.” Patrons can look forward to free entry to the Kings Castle and motor museum, jumping castle, outdoor games and kids activities, performance by Parkes School of Dance at 11am, a Fidget Spinner Challenge at 1pm, Market Stalls, with many more exciting things on offer.

Joyce Melhuish and June Cassell were at the harness races on Sunday. They make an outing for the races every time they’re on.

QUESTION of the week What do you like about playing with the Parkes Boars Rugby Union Club?

Ethan Kosef: I’ve been with the Boars for 3 years. I like the mateship and the atmosphere of the team. Everyone just gets behind everyone, especially off-field. We’ll go out for a beer if someone needs to have a chat.

Steven Taotua: I’ve been with the club for about 4 weeks. I like the vibes, it’s a good band with the brothers. It’s a good community with the team and everyone who comes to support us.

Ben Ryan: It’s a very tight-knit group, really family oriented, and a great social group. We’re very welcoming to anyone new to town, it’s a great way for people to get social. I’ve been playing with the Boars for 16 years.

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The Station Restaurant Now Caters For The Early Risers Great news from the The Station Restaurant! Now opening even earlier for breakfast from 6.00am to 8.30am, Monday to Friday. Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays from 7:30am to 9am. Offering both a la carte and continental breakfast options, The Station Restaurant is open to the public as well as its in house guests. Choose from the hearty Bacon & Egg Roll or if you are looking for something a bit different to start your day with, try the Station Melt – grilled chicken, avocado and sundried tomato all topped with cheese and grilled. The Station Restaurant also welcomes takeaway customers the full breakfast menu as well as a great selection of Merlo coffee and hot chocolates created by the Station’s own barista Krista Hansen. You will find the Station Restaurant on the Newell Highway, just past the Visitors Information Centre, on your way to Peak Hill/ Dubbo. If you are on the move early and looking for a quality breakfast option, book a table or order a takeaway, phone the Station on 6862 8444 or SMS your order through to 0437 970 193. See you at the Station!

Dr Merrill Findlay, Donna Burton, Mayor Ken Keith, Peter Starr, Les Dalrymple, and Trevor Leaman opened the Big Gig and talked about the personal and economic value of the stars.

The Sky’s The Limit For Central West Creatives

It might come as a surprise to learn that most people on the earth have never seen the milky way. Whilst they will have seen some of the stars that belong to the galaxy, the faint wisps of white that streak across our night sky are almost completely obscured by light pollution in the planet’s more populous areas. Inland rural Australia is blessed with both pristine skies, and an enviable view of the milky way – it sits almost directly overhead for those in the Southern Hemisphere. It’s little wonder that this magnificent starscape has become the muse for a collaborative project between artists, writers and astronomers. A few months ago a series of skywriter’s groups were launched throughout the Central West, strategically seeded alongside an array of telescopes and observatories, with the intention to inspire sky-centred work. Last weekend the Big Gig brought together dozens of these writers and astronomers, who gathered in Parkes for the first skywriter’s event.

The gig kicked off with a passionate discussion by a panel of astronomers, who shared their personal connection to the night sky. Mayor Ken Keith, Merrill Findlay and the guest astronomers discussed the potential for further developing astro-tourism in the region, and sparked ideas for harnessing the untapped resource that twinkles above us as we sleep. The attendees were also given an insight into Indigenous astronomy. Scott ‘Sauce’ Towney shared an exhibition of his constellation art, and Ellie Gilbert screened her feature length film, Star Stories of The Dreaming. But the weekend was about words as much as it was about wonder. A series of panel sessions featuring some of the skywriters explored different literary themes and mediums, and offered practical skills. Astronomers, bloggers, journalists, storytellers and poets took advantage of the chance to exchange ideas, share their work, and form networks. By Raen Fraser

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Parkes Aviation Museum Reaches New Heights

Superman Skies by Luke Tscharke: a finalist in the Nightscapes category of the 2017 David Malin Awards

Dark Skies A Drawcard For AstroFest Because of our relatively remote location and low light pollution, the Central West boasts some of the darkest skies in the world - making it a fantastic place to appreciate the wonders of the night sky. A week after attracting writers and astronomers for the Skywriter’s big gig, Parkes will be hosting another gathering of celestial lovers, this time astronomers and astrophotographers. AstroFest is a two-day festival of astronomy that brings world-renowned astronomers and astrophysicists to Parkes. It is organised by the Central West Astronomical Society and is now in its 13th year. Perhaps its biggest drawcard is the widely regarded astrophotography competition, dubbed the David Malin Awards. It has become a standout feature of the festival - and is considered to be the premier event of its kind in Australia. Aspiring and accomplished astrophotographers from all over Australia enter the photography competition – not only for the prestige, but for a chance of winning prizes to the value of $10,000.

This year’s competition had eight categories, and were judged by world-renowned astrophotographer - and competition namesake - Dr David Malin. It was not just technical skill that is assessed - prizes are awarded to pictures that capture the beauty of the sky and the intrinsic interest of astronomy in an aesthetically pleasing manner. “This year’s pictures maintained the high standards we have come to expect from the Australian community,” David said. “There are some splendid examples of modern astrophotography among the finalists.” The finalists’ photos will be exhibited at the CSIRO Parkes Observatory’s Visitors Centre from July 16 for 12 months. A second touring exhibition, organised by the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences, will travel to selected venues across Australia. Last year’s exhibition was viewed by 110,000 people. The David Malin Awards will be presented during the AstroFest conference dinner tomorrow night. By Raen Fraser

The collaboration between Parkes Aviation Museum and Parkes High School students is really starting to take off. The museum’s volunteer staff have been working with the students to restore and prepare exhibits to go on display to the public. The students have been refurbishing old planes and engines and have developed some specialised skills including mechanical, hydraulic, panel beating and spray painting. The latest project undertaken by the students has been to remove the cargo handling fittings from the Convair aircraft and to reconfigure the aircraft back to a passenger aircraft with the refitting of seats, overhead lockers, lighting and carpet. Their progress on the conversion was shown on the Prime TV news, which featured the students working to convert the interior back to a passenger aircraft. Convairs first came to Australia in 1948 and were operated by TAA, Ansett, Airlines of NSW, formerly Butler Air Transport, Airlines of South Australia and the RAAF. The Parkes Convair aircraft arrived in Parkes in April this year when retired after 10 years carrying freight all over Australia. The aircraft was built in 1959 and operated with many US airlines as a passenger aircraft until converted to a freighter in 1967. It was part of a Canadian fleet, where it carried freight throughout Canada and northern USA, until it was brought to Australia in 2007. The Parkes Aviation Museum is open from 9.30am to 3.30pm Thursdays and Sundays. Come out to the airport to see what Parkes High School students have achieved, or to talk with our volunteers about becoming involved with Parkes Aviation Museum as a tour guide, or to work on actual aircraft restorations.

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Emma Turnbull, Sue Dean, Megan Heraghty, Ruby Heraghty and James Dean enjoyed an afternoon of wintery sunshine at the harness races last Sunday.

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Local writers Lyn Everingham and Sal Mackean were part of last weekend’s skywriter’s big gig. The networking event had a jam-packed program of panel discussions on writing, astronomy and Wiradjuri constellation art.

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Alicia Sutton, Jenny Sulivan, Alison Dowton, Emma Gaffney, Angie Hodges, Daby Edgerton, Tracey Dumesny, Henry Heraghty, Charlie Townsend and Nathan Townsend are regulars at the Parkes Harness race meets.

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Rebecca Shepherd, Tanya Atkinson, Janine Richards and Faith Richards from the Wiradjuri Women’s Culture and Heritage Corporation enjoyed the Skywriter’s dinner at the Dish Cafe on Saturday night.

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Bathurst Winter Festival Visit www.bathurstwinterfestival.com.au for more information. The Hope Choir will perform at the Parkes Christian School Hall at 6:00pm. No bookings required. Entry by donation. For more information contact Heidi Field on 0427 625 662. Kids Day Out Kids across the Parkes Shire are invited to join us at the Parkes Visitor Information Centre between 11am - 3pm. Astro Fest Conference at the Coventry Room, Parkes Library at 9am. The Conference Dinner will be held at the Comfort Inn Bushman’s Hotel Parkes at 6:30pm. For more details visit www.cwas.org.au/astrofest/ Astro Fest The Parkes Observatory Visitors Centre from 9am. For more details visit www.cwas.org.au/astrofest/ Parkes Aviation Museum Finish the school holidays with free entry for all kids at the Parkes Aviation Museum, at the Parkes Regional Airport. 9:30am – 3:30pm Kids Free. Parkes Netball monthly meeting at the Parkes Services club at 7pm Australian Hearing will be at Currajong St Medical Centre Phone 6862 6668 to make an appointment. A Veterans Outreach Program officer will visit Parkes on Tuesday & Wednesday to assist veterans, service or ex-service personnel with any Service, Disability, War Widow and/or an MCRS Claim. Appointments at Parkes RSL Sub-Branch office at the Parkes Services & Citizens Club for more information call Paul Thomas on 0427 624 683. Australian Hearing will be at Parkes GP Phone 6862 6668 to make an appointment. Arthritis Support Group social meeting at 10am at Pink Orchid Cafe, Bushman Street. For further information contact Sandra 6863 4904. Knit ’n’ Natter at Craft Corner from 10.30 am – supporting the ‘Wrap with Love’ programme’s 25th Anniversary. Cake Decorators Guild Inc State Rostered day. Demonstrations from the CDG of NSW State Body, Bookings Essential. $30 Members $35 Non members Phone Jeanette 6863 1154. Australian Hearing will be at Currajong St Medical Centre Phone 6862 6668 to make an appointment. Parkes Torch Bearers for Legacy meets every third Monday of the month, 10:30am at the Parkes Services Club. Contact Magaret Cherry 6862 4789. Free evening meal the first Monday of each month from 5:30 – 6:30pm at the Uniting Church Hall. All are welcome. The Parkes Lego Club meets every Monday at Parkes PCYC from 4 – 5pm for children aged five to eight. Participation is free. Contact Alana George on 0428 727 265. 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 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. CWA meeting third Wednesday of the month, Pink Orchid Café at 5.30pm.

Topical Trivia answer: b) The world population was estimated to have reached 7,500,000,000 on April 24, 2017. The United Nations estimates it will further increase to 11.2 billion in the year 2100.

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PARKES PHYSIOTHERAPY Linda Reilly APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist 25 Clarinda Street Parkes Ph: 6862 5005 AGISTMENT WANTED For cattle all options considered Ph 0439 029 204 Layer Pullets. Commercial Crossbreds. Vaccinated. (Isa Brown) 10 week $16.50 (Black, Red, White) 12 week $17.50. Available Friday 21st July from Landmark Parkes 8am 6862 2844 or Walkers Ag n Vet Forbes 9am 6852 1333. Phone to order. Brian Larkin Poultry 1 day First Aid + CPR + Childcare + Advanced First Aid Book online www.assurance.training Rooms, Cladding, Patios & Carports (BL83737C) As on TV. Phone 6341 3122 www.pictonbros.com.au VETERANS OUTREACH PROGRAM An officer from the Veterans Outreach Program will visit Parkes on Tuesday 18th & Wednesday 19thJuly, 2017. Veterans, Service, Ex-Service or War Widows wishing to either make a claim or update their Pensions are urged to seek an appointment but they must contact theParkes RSL Sub-Branch Secretary Paul Thomas on 0427 624 683. The appointments will be held in the RSL Sub Branch Office at The Parkes Services & Citizens Club

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OUR Bloke

Scott ‘Sauce’ Towney How long have you lived in the Parkes shire and what do you like about living here? I was born in Peak Hill and lived here all my life. You get to know everyone, it’s friendly, a typical country environment. There’s also lot of family around, and that’s what makes a place special, family and friendly people. Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I’m a working artist; I get a lot of commissioned jobs. Firstly, it’s a passion, and the money comes later. They say that if you work doing something you love, you never work a day in your life. I just love it, it’s a part of me. What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I like to sit back, have a barbeque, or take the grandkids to the river. I really like to have the grandkids around, they’re a bit hectic but they seem to relax me. What are you really good at? I’m good at art, obviously, but I also love music. I would have to say singing, playing a bit of guitar – that’s another passion of mine. I like to play Country and Western, and Blues styles.

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If you could have a super power, what would it be? Invisibility – you can stay out of a lot of mischief that way. And if you do get in trouble you can just disappear real quick.

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What is your pet hate? Loud people in small areas, that can be irritating. That’s where the river comes in handy.

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Tell us about your best holiday ever. It would have to be a working holiday. I did a couple of trips to the Philippines – as part of a cross-cultural artists program. It was an eye-opening experience, to learn other cultures and see the way they lived. It was work, but we all had a really good time and made lifelong friends.

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RECYCLING Tips

TOPICAL Trivia As the saying goes, there’s one born every minute – but it’s more like 250 born each minute on a global scale. World Population Day was observed on 11 July, and raises awareness of population issues. The Day was first marked on 11 July 1990 in more than 90 countries when the estimated world population was 5.2 billion. What was the estimated global population on this year’s World Population Day? a)

11.2 billion

7.5 billion

6.8 billion

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RECYCLING SOFT PLASTICS WASTE While hard plastics can be easily recycled in our household recycling bins, the soft plastics often end up in landfill. These include bread bags, food packaging, biscuit packs and trays, clingwrap and old ‘green bags’. Many supermarkets have been collecting single-use plastic bags for recycling for years, but did you know the REDcycle Program recycles a wider range of plastics. Collect your soft plastics for recycling and take them to the REDcycle collection bin at the Parkes Coles store. Of course, the best environmental option is to reduce your use of plastic bags. Get in the habit of taking long-life reusable bags when you go shopping.

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CAUGHT Out!

THREE AMIGOS... Wally the lop-eared rabbit thought it was a two-dog night when the thermostat dipped below zero. He snuggled up with Clancy the maremma and Binya the border collie to share the love - and warmth. (Readers are welcome to send us funny, unusual, cute or interesting pet or animal photos for Caught Out! to editor@parkesphoenix.com.au)

TRAVEL THOUGH A SEASON TARYN LA FAUCI – CYCLING Taryn La Fauci’s debut album “Cycling” is the perfect combination of stripped back melody and exquisite vocals. This neo-folk album will take you on an adventure filled with music. Taryn’s voice and lyrics will infuse your mind and heart, delivering a message of love, hope and determination. The simplicity of the melody and basic beats enhance all of the tracks on “Cycling”, highlighting the most powerful instrument on the album, Tayrn La Fauci’s voice. The perfect album to listen to on your own on those cold winter days or as background to an intimate dinner, the songs on “Cycling” will generate a conversation. “Cycling” is my #Montefamous must have album for July.

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Bringing the music: Blair Gough, Drew Farrant-Jayet, music therapist Kerrie Davies, Stephan de Wit van der Merwe, Ken Smith, Arts OutWest executive director Tracey Callinan, Andrew Davies, Leah O’Rourke and Karina Hill. Photo by Jay-Lee Zagrovic

Musicians Strike A Chord In Parkes Hospital

Patients at Parkes Hospital were treated to a musical accompaniment last month. Six people from across the region were trained as specialised Musicians in Hospitals for an Arts OutWest project. Three local musicians, Drew Farrant-Jayet, Leah O’Rourke, and Stephan de Wit van der Merwe, were selected for the two-day training program. They covered topics such as ethics, appropriate repertoire, and working with health professionals. The practical sessions took the musicians to various hospital settings, including rehabilitation, palliative care, and general wards. For Drew, a social work student, the program was an opportunity to combine two of his passions; music and finding different ways to help people. “It was very insightful, learning about the therapeutic benefits of music,” Drew said. “But the practical side of the course was the real privilege, being able to play for vulnerable people.” Stephan described the experience as profound. “It was a very emotional experience,”

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he explained, “to see the impact on the community and to bring the gift of music to patients and their families.” Stephan said the most inspiring aspect of the program was the focus on the patient’s wellness. “Medicine and treatment tends to be based on the ‘sick’ part of the person, but as a musician in hospital you get to treat the ‘healthy’ part of the patient,” he said. Like the other practitioners Leah agreed that playing in the palliative ward was an exceptionally powerful moment, but for her there was an additional connection. “It was such a privilege to be able to play for my friend’s father in the final moments of his life,” she said. “It was thoroughly rewarding to be able to use my gifts and talents for people in need,” Leah said. “I think the staff benefit as equally as the patients. Music creates a calm, positive environment, and the benefits flow out to the whole community.” By Raen Fraser

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Whether due to trauma or degenerative changes a torn meniscus will often present with pain and swelling in the knee joint and difficulty straightening the knee. Sometimes there may also be a history of painful clicking or locking. Manual testing and MRI can confirm the diagnosis of a meniscus tear. Whenever possible, physiotherapy is considered the first line of treatment when there are symptoms of a meniscal tear. This involves strengthening exercises, icing to reduce swelling and avoiding activities that put pressure on the joint such as pivoting, squatting or repetitive bending of the knee. One of the main functions of the knee joint meniscus is to absorb shock. Luckily, the muscles around the knee also function as shock absorbers. Research has shown that as muscle strength around the knee increases bone stress decreases and therefore pain and dynamic stability improve. If, after a few weeks of conservative management, pain and dysfunction are still present your doctor may recommend surgery. This is usually day surgery and involves arthroscopic repair or removal of the torn piece of cartilage. As part of the recovery process the muscles around the knee must be strengthened in order to minimise secondary degenerative changes. If osteoarthritis is also present in the affected knee, as is often the case with degenerative meniscus tears, surgical treatment may not provide the pain relief or return to optimal function normally expected of arthroscopic repair. In fact the research indicates that arthroscopic surgery for this population offers no advantage over physiotherapy for relief of symptoms or improvement in function. For the fitness of you. Linda Reilly

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If you have had a baby or become proud grandparents, then send us a photo with all of the details to go into our Stork News Email us at... editor@parkesphoenix.com.au Jonty Ralph (being held) by Thomas Ellison, Charles Hamer, Thomas Davis and Chris Spicer.

NDIS Has Landed In Parkes Now that Western NSW and the Far West have rolled out the NDIS roll on 1st July, services providers and eligible recipients of the NDIS will work with the National Disability Insurance Agency over the coming months to ensure participants are supported with an individualised plan to meet their needs. It is an exciting time and arguably the biggest change to the health system in Australia since the introduction of Medicare in 1975. Despite some challenges thus far with the implementation of the NDIS, the general consensus has been extremely positive and by 2019 the NDIS is expected to support about 460,000 Australians. For Currajong Disability Services, the new scheme is a welcome change and has enabled the organisation to expand and explore avenues previously unavailable. Likewise, it has also given more control to clients who now have more choice about their supports than at any other time before. Currajong Disability Services Client Program Co-ordinator Jonty Ralph is excited

by the NDIS. “The NDIS will provide clients and their families with more choices and flexibility,” he said. “Over a period of time we will see the undoubted benefits. This should make things easier for everyone.” As an insurance scheme, the NDIS takes a lifetime approach, investing in people with disability early to improve their outcomes later in life. While not applicable to everyone, most people within their lifetime have had some exposure to disability. “The industry is growing as demand for more resources also grows - especially support workers,” said Ralph. “The NDIS has also opened up the national conversation on disability and has everyone talking so this is also a good thing,” he said. “With so many people impacted by disability the discussion is also an important one because you never know how it may impact you.” More info here - http://currajong.org.au/ ndis/ By Dane Millerd

Veteran’s Outreach Program An officer from the Veterans Outreach Program will visit Parkes on Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th July. Any veteran, service or ex-service personnel who would like to seek individual assistance with any Service, Disability, War Widow and/or an MCRS Claim from any confrontation is welcomed to make an appointment. All appointments are for a one hour period and will be held in the Parkes RSL Sub-Branch office at the Parkes Services and Citizens Club and persons are urged to make appointments with the Parkes RSL

Sub-Branch Secretary Paul Thomas on 0427 624 683. A strictly limited number of evening appointments are available and this service is free to all ex-service personnel. When announcing the visit, Mr Thomas stressed that this service is available to assist all veterans as well as service and ex-service personnel irrespective of when or where they served. The program also allows any matter of contention that may require the lodgement of a claim or application to the Department of Veteran Affairs.

HEALTH matters

Codeine Rescheduling

After significant consideration & consultation on the effects of medicines containing codeine on people’s health & wellbeing, the TGA (Therapeutics Good Administration) has decided that products containing codeine will not be able to be sold over the counter in pharmacies, making these products available on prescription only. This change does not come into place until 1st February, 2018. The decision to reschedule codeine to prescription only will mean that people who wish to use painkiller medicines containing codeine will need to obtain a script from their GP or healthcare provider, or use alternative medicines still available over the counter e.g. paracetamol, ibuprofen or a combination of these drugs. If this rescheduling affects you, please speak with one of our friendly pharmacists for a suitable alternative.

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Health Smart Palliative Care in Parkes Palliative care is often overlooked when discussing health management and delivery, but it is an essential service that can have a tremendous and far-reaching effect on well-being , not just for the patient, but for their families and carers as well. Quality palliative care isn’t just dependent on nursing staff – many volunteers work alongside health professionals to provide crucial and compassionate end-of-life care. The not-for-profit organisation Neighbourhood Central has been involved with palliative care volunteers since about 2012, and works in conjunction with the Parkes Palliative Care team. The volunteers visit people at home or in the community, offering support and companionship for people in palliative care, as well as their family and carers.

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The Parkes Palliative Care Team receives about 110 referrals a year. Parkes Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist Bernadette Orange was one of the pioneers behind the service. She said that volunteers are a valuable part of the palliative care team. Palliative care NSW recently completed a survey of nurses’ experiences of palliative care volunteers, called: A space of caring: NSW nurses’ experiences of Palliative Care Volunteers in inpatient settings. The survey emphasised the importance of volunteers in providing care. Of the respondents, 89% agreed that volunteers display empathy and emotional awareness and contributed to better palliative care, and 70% said they would like more volunteers in their service. Palliative care volunteers attached to Neighbourhood Central are hosting a conference at the Railway Hotel next Thursday. There will be presentations from key speakers, interactive discussions, networking opportunities, plus time to reflect on the role of volunteers in palliative care today. “We are really proud of our volunteers, and for the support of Neighbourhood Central,” Bernadette said. “Not everyone in palliative care will experience pain, but the pain is made worse when a person is distressed about something in their life,” she said. “This conference is all about the important role that the volunteers have in easing that sort of pain and in supporting people in our community.” For more information visit www.volunteerhub.com.au or contact Tony Fisher on 0428 970 559.

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Health Smart Tips For Brushing Well No Matter Your Routine If you’re like most people, you probably don’t give much thought to how you brush your teeth, beyond squirting on some toothpaste and scrubbing back and forth. But how you brush your teeth matters a great deal; frequency, duration, technique, and the toothbrush all influence the effectiveness of your brushing. To gain the maximum benefits, you should brush for at least two minutes morning and night, using a soft-bristled toothbrush with a small head and a flexible neck. These brushes remove the plaque and debris without damaging your teeth and gums. It’s all in the technique. You should clean your teeth systematically, starting at the back of your mouth with the toothbrush bristle at the gum line on a 45° angle, brushing gently in a circular motion. If you scrub too hard from side to side, you

can run the risk of causing your gums to recede, as well as damaging the tooth enamel. You should take care to brush carefully along the inner, outer and chewing surfaces, making sure you angle the toothbrush so you can reach the inner front areas of the teeth, which are often missed. And yes, while it may seem strange at first to brush your tongue, it reduces the bacteria in your mouth and helps your breath stay fresh. All you need to do is push the bristles on the tongue and scrape gently forward. When you have finished brushing, try to spit out the toothpaste but don’t rinse with water. Leaving some toothpaste on your teeth gives your teeth some ongoing protection. Tools of the trade If limited dexterity is an issue, you might

consider using a powered toothbrush. They can be programmed to run for two minutes, making it easier to brush for the right length of time. General tips Tempting as it is to think that pressing harder on your teeth equals a better clean, the fact is that too much pressure damages your gums and tooth enamel. If the bristles are wearing out on your toothbrushes before the three-month mark, you’re pressing too hard and you should ask your dentist to show you a less damaging technique. Replace your brush when the bristles start to spread, or every three months, whichever comes first. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to call us at Richardson Dental Surgery on 6862 1261.

PARKES SPORT

Parkes Women’s Bowls Four games of triples were played with Jean Kennedy, Marja Iffland, Gwenda Carty defeating Di Greenhalgh, Kim Evans, Minnie Riordan. Betsty Johnstone, Eileen Bradley, Flo Riseborough defeated Betsy Johnstone, Maureen Miller, Hilda McPherson. Chris Curteis, Merilyn Rodgers, Liz Byrne defeated Isabella Svendsen, Margaret Hawken, Audrey Jones. Di Howell, Rosemary Mitchell, Rhona Went defeated Chris Cox, Lorraine Baker, Joan Simpson. Winners for the day were Jean, Marja and Gwenda. The AGM was held and the new President is Merilyn Rodgers, Vice-President Minnie Riordan, Secretary Isabella Svendsen. Committee: Margaret Hawken, Eileen Bradley, Joan Simpson, Maureen Miller, Lorraine

Heald. Selection/Match: Audrey Jones, Betsy Johnstone, Brenda Davies, Marja Iffland. Communications Officer: Rosemary Mitchell. CWD Delegate: Merilyn Rodgers. The First Round of the Club Championship Triples will be played on the 18 July with draw as follows; M Riordan, A Jones, Joan Simpson v B Johnstone, B Davies, Liz Byrne. F Riseborough, E Bradley, R Mitchell v M Rodgers M Iffland, M Grant. Two teams have a bye - L Baker, M Miller, K Evans and C Frame, G Carty, R Went. There will be a Trading Table and Shared Lunch held next week. A Committee Meeting will be held Friday 14 July at 2pm. To play social bowls ring Table Selectors Betsy Johnstone and Audrey Jones on 68621446. Social roster Liz Byrne.

Toby Baigent played a strong game against the Roos last weekend.

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