HSC OVERVIEW
SPECIAL EDITION Friday 22 December 2017
ISSUE 94
Successful Year for Parkes Christian School Year 12 Parkes Christian School Year 12 students have received their HSC results, with the school branding their efforts as a success. In just their third year of delivering the HSC, the 2017 cohort has produced some of the best results seen at the school so far. Greg Ballantyne, High School Head of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum, was very pleased with the performance of the students. “The students can all be very proud of their efforts,” Greg said. “The HSC is a massive undertaking and competing against every student in the state can be very tough. But some of our students have really stepped up this year. While some of the results are great, it is the overall achievements of our students that we are most proud of,” said Greg. Mr Ballantyne said “Every student who wants to study a University Course next year has already gained early entry. This maintains our 100% record of students gaining early entry.” “Our school is very focused on developing the overall skills and abilities of each student, and this really shows when students apply for early entry, traineeships, apprenticeships and jobs. In terms of results, School Dux, Rachel Thorncroft, performed extremely well in all her subjects with the highlight being her Mu-
Parkes Christian School Graduation Class of 2017.
sic result in which she achieved a Band 5. She also ranked highly in Advanced English and Business Studies. Emma Greenland and Elly Collins are both accelerated students who completed Advanced English as Year 11 students. Both performed exceptionally well in this very tough course, finishing among the top third of the state, while Emma had a similar result in Extension 1 English.
“We are really proud of our students who achieved Band 5s and Emma for receiving an E3 in Extension English,” Greg said. “But our focus is on much more than the marks. As a small school we can work really closely with all our students on achieving their goals, no matter how big or small,” said Greg. By Greg Ballantyne
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MAYORAL NOTES Congratulations to Parkes News and Gifts on winning this year’s Sparkles Best Dressed Shop Window for their dazzling display. For their efforts, they will receive a $500 marketing package to promote their business as part of next year’s Shop Parkes Christmas campaign. Thank you to all the local businesses who contributed to the festive spirit by decorating their windows. Our local lifeguards are reminding locals to keep watch this summer, as kids flock to the pool, dams and the beach to keep cool. It is fantastic to see so many local children enrolled in the Learn to Swim program, with 436 students completing session one and 134 enrolled to take part in the intensive lessons to be held in January. This is only the second year Council has run the program, proving to be popular among our community. Swimming is a fundamental skill for a child’s safety and I encourage all families to take up this opportunity. Enrolments for Session 2 close on 25 January 2018. Parkes Aquatic Centre have gone on break, but will return in 2018 on Tuesday 2 January. I would like to thank the Parkes Shire community for their support throughout
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2017. This year has been an exciting year for Council, having delivered a new Water Treatment Plant, Sewage Treatment Plant and Advanced Recycled Water Facility, skate park extension, upgrades of the Parkes Waste Facility, Peak Hill Open Cut experience, and footpath and road infrastructure renewal projects – just to name a few. With the announcement of $8.4 billion funding for the Inland Rail, I look forward to what 2018 will bring for our region. Finally, for those travelling over the Christmas/New Year period, please do so safely. I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and happy and healthy New Year. Have a safe and festive weekend, Cr Ken Keith OAM Mayor of Parkes Shire
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What is Your Plan B?
Determined to do their bit to reduce drink driving in Parkes, pubs, clubs and bottle shops have joined forces to promote the Plan B campaign. Plan B is a statewide initiative encouraging punters to think about an alternative to driving home after a night out. Drink driving is one of the biggest causes of death and injury on NSW roads. Country people are at particular risk given the lack of public transport or other options for getting home. In the Western Region over the last five years, 2012 to 2016, there were 362 casualty crashes where alcohol was a contributing factor. This resulted in 34 people being killed, 209 seriously injured and 222 with moderate or minor injuries. During December, patrons at participat-
ing pubs, clubs and bottle shops will be invited to enter a competition to nominate a Plan B for getting home. “Catch a cab, walk home or throw a swag out on a mate’s floor - We don’t mind what your Plan B is, so long as it’s not driving home” said A Liquor Accord Spokesperson. “Every entry puts patrons in the running to win a Swag valued at over $250”. The promotion coincides with an increase in Police RBTs across the state making it even more likely that anyone drink driving will get caught. Local punters are being asked to not ignore the message to leave their car at home. In NSW, drink-driving is a criminal offence, which can result in hefty fines, licence disqualification and/or custodial sentences.
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The Parkes True Blue Line Dancers.
Parkes True Blue Line Dancers: Are now in holiday mode after another great year of boot scooting, vines, weaves, pivots and strutting their way through numerous dances that have been taught through the last 11 months. Our friendly group ranges from young to oldish, able and disabled, but all there for the love of a good toe tapping tune. The group are looking forward to the new year, when they start again every Monday morning from 5th February 2018. Everyone is welcome to come along, join in and enjoy the dances, music, exercise and company. A big thankyou to the Parkes Services Club for the use of the great dancefloor upstairs. Two left footed people are also welcome. Double Demerit Points: Will be in force for 11 days over the Christmas and New Year period from Friday 22 December 2017 to Monday 1 January 2018 (inclusive) for all speeding, seatbelt, motorcycle helmet and mobile phone offences. And the Winner Of the Best Dressed Shop Window Is: Parkes News and Gifts! Congratulations to Greg, Christine and the team for putting together such a dazzling Christmas window display! Parkes News and Gifts will receive a $500 marketing package to promote their business as part of next year’s Christmas Campaign coordinated by Council and the Parkes Chamber of Commerce.
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QUESTION of the week Inland Rail Update: The Parkes to Narromine section of the $8.4 billion inland rail project will be the first to receive Australian produced steel rail, the Nationals’ Member for Riverina Michael McCormack has announced. “Liberty OneSteel Whyalla Steelworks will soon start rolling out approximately 14,000 tonnes of steel required for the Parkes to Narromine section of this nation-building project,” Mr McCormack said. “There will be many opportunities for local businesses and job seekers in the Riverina and Central West as progress continues, with inland rail supporting thousands of jobs at the peak of construction.” Jonty Ralph: Has been a regular at Currajong Disability Services for nearly 9 years. In that time, Jonty has worked as a Carer as well as Programs Team Leader. He has also spent time in Parkes and Condobolin and if you ask any client, he is arguably one of the most well-liked and respected employers at CDS. December 18 was his last day at Currajong as he pursues a new career in the mining industry. “If I don’t get around to saying bye to everyone I will take the opportunity now to say thank you to all and sundry for their support, effort and assistance which has allowed me to be a better person and carer,” said Jonty.
Thomas Ellison, Charles Hamer, Thomas Davis and Chris Spicer nursing Jonty Ralph
What do you think Santa is going to bring for you this Christmas?
Rhiylee Gavin-Lewis (4), Oliver Hughes (3) and Gemma Orr (3): Rhiylee: I wish for a Barbie doll and a toy horse. Oliver: I want some Lego. Gemma: A unicorn and a horse.
Benjamin Anderson (4): I want some roller skates and a Monster High doll.
Lucy Squires (4): I would like to get a trampoline.
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Business Administration Trainee This opportunity will kick start your career by combining part-time external study and full-time work. The traineeship will be for a period of 2 years. The role of this position is to assist in all areas of Council’s Planning & Environment team. Applications close on Friday 12th January 2018.
Further information can be obtained by contacting the Planning and Environment Team on 6861 2373. To apply for the above positions visit Council’s website at www.parkes.nsw.gov. au and complete the online application form. Kent Boyd, General Manager
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Breathe In The Magic Of A European Christmas In 2018 Christmas is a truly magical time of year in Europe. From streets adorned with festive decoration and twinkling lights to delightful views of snow-dusted churches and medieval palaces, there is nothing quite like it. The countries bordering Europe’s iconic Rhine, Main and Danube rivers will enthral cruisers during the festive season, as the picturesque villages transform to include traditional markets that recall the charms of yesteryear. In late November and early December, spend time exploring the many wonders of the marvellous markets as you journey through one Christmas fairytale after another on a Christmas Markets River Cruise. Rug up and enjoy a piping hot mug of gluhwein, or sample delicious gingerbread and freshly roasted chestnuts as you shop for the perfect handmade decoration to add to your tree at home. December brings the chance to spend Christmas Day on board a luxury Scenic Space-Ship during our Christmas Wonderland River Cruise. At this special time of year you will have the option to attend Midnight Mass in a centuries-old church, where classic organ music and singing will add another magical layer to your winter wonderland experience. Spend Christmas
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Refrigeration
Management and staff of the Astro Dish would like to thank the Parkes Community for the ongoing support of our Motel and Restaurant.
Parkes Diagnostic Imaging wishes all our patients, referrals and community a truly blessed Christmas and a safe New Year. We look forward to being part of your health journey in 2018 and beyond. We will be closed from 2pm Friday the 22nd December and reopen on Tuesday 2nd January at 8:30am.
The Staff at Parkes Christian School wish all our students and families a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Blessings from Glen and staff.
CUNNINGHAM’S Management and staff wish all our customers a safe and happy Christmas and New Year.
Management and Staff wish to thank all their clients for their support during 2017. We will be closing over Christmas from Friday 22nd of December and reopening 2nd January.
The staff and students from Middleton Public School wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas and best wishes for 2018. Our school office will reopen on Monday 29th January 2018.
Parkes Mensland Staff would like to wish all their valued customers a safe and happy Christmas.
Neighbourhood Central wishes all our clients, their families and the community a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Merry Christmas to all
Our offices will be closed over the festive season and will re-open on Tuesday 2nd January.
We will be closed public holidays only.
We wish you the very best for 2018, from the team at Ian Simpson & Co.
Thank you to all our customers for their support during 2017 Our hours over the Christmas period are: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Sat 9am-12noon We will be closed public holidays.
Patrick Raftery and Staff would like to wish all patients a
Merry Christmas
Hoping you have a prosperous 2018. Office re-opening 8th January, 2018 For appointments call 02 6362 1453
Katie, Erika & the girls at 141 Boutique would like to wish all their valued customers a wonderful Christmas & a very Happy New Year. Closed Christmas & Boxing day, reopen Wednesday 27th.
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Baroness Gardner Of Parkes Celebrates Milestone 17 May Street, PARKES
The students, teachers and committee of Parkes School of Dance wish you a Merry Christmas and look forward to dancing with you in the new year!
2018 enrolments are now being taken online http://bit.ly/2APhLcv
In 2017, one of Parkes’ local treasures celebrated a very special milestone. Baroness Gardner of Parkes marked her 90th birthday in July. Born in “Sunrise” Parkes in 1927, Rachel “Trixie” Anne Gardner (nee McGirr) was one of nine children to former leader of the NSW Labor Party, the late Hon Gregory McGirr and Rachel McGirr OBE. The McGirr’s were a strong political family, with Gregory’s younger brother, James McGirr, elected NSW Premier in 1947. In 1981 she was created a life peeress of the United Kingdom as Baroness Gardner of Parkes, and in the State of New South Wales and Commonwealth of Australia – to date, the only Australian woman to be elevated to the peerage. Parkes Shire Mayor, Cr Ken Keith OAM said “Parkes continues to celebrate its rich political history, with Rensaw McGirr Way named in honour of two former Premiers of New South Wales.”
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Management and staff from Parkes News and Gifts would like to wish everyone their warmest wishes for the Holiday Season and a safe and Happy New Year. Thank you for all your support during 2017
Management and Staff would like to say Merry Christmas to all the parents, students and contributors of Holy Family School for 2017 Staff will be returning on the 29th January.
Greenparkes Garden Centre
Management and Staff would like to thank their customers for all their support during 2017. We will be open 27th December to 5th January 9am to 1pm with the exceptions of Christmas, Boxing and New Years Day when we will be closed. Normal trading commences 6th January.
I’ll be trading as usual next week closing 2pm Saturday 23rd and reopening 9am Tuesday 2nd January. Best wishes for a happy holiday season and my sincere thank you for your loyalty and friendship throughout the year. Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas
T.H.D Hair Studio Team would like to thank their clients for their support during 2017 we look foward to seeing you in the new year.
Merry Christmas The Parkes Phoenix would like to wish all our wonderful readers and advertisers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Management and Staff would like to say Merry Christmas and a Happy new year to all of the Parkes Community. We will be closed from the 23rd of December and reopening Tuesday 2nd of January.
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My House My Home My Idea Of Bootcamp…. Once the haze of all that Christmas and New Year wining and dining has cleared I thought that a project or two requiring a little bit of energy might just be useful in burning off those extra slices of glazed ham that we all enjoyed. These four easy ideas will make the start of 2018 be filled with promise and excitement ready for a fantastic year ahead. 1. Declutter I feel nothing else makes a more dramatic impact to the overall presentation and atmosphere of a home than a dedicated effort and successful attack on de-cluttering all the surfaces in one’s home. Always remember that one amazing piece that is large will give you a real WOW factor and make your home feel much more styled and contemporary. 2. Rearrange Take the time to really focus on the layout of your home and where key furniture items are positioned. Are they stopping a natural flow to the way you as a family move around the room? Could the removal of excess furniture make the space work better? Consider rearranging the furniture within your open living areas to make different zones with the space and give more definition to these separate areas. 3. Finish those odd jobs A dedicated effort to complete previous jobs that were started but perhaps not bought to fruition at the first attempt will clean up your home dramatically. Having a home that is neat and tidy and maintained regularly will be a breeze
to live in. But if a job is undertaken and completed before the next DIY project is dreamed up and designed you will always feel on top of all the challenges you take on. 4. Make some artwork A sensational artwork designed by you and your family can give your home a real individual flair and really showcase the personalities of the people who are lucky enough to live within your home. Think big and commission large canvases that may be either very simple and feature a block colour or go wild with patterns and abstract shapes to release the artist within. By Karen Creith
13 Saleyards Rd, Parkes 2870 Tel (02) 6862 2545
Parkes has a new
Tile store! Keep Cool This Christmas!
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OUR Gal Dianne Scott How long have you lived in Parkes and why do you like living here? I have lived in Parkes for most of my life after spending my childhood in Trundle. Parkes is a friendly town with a laidback lifestyle. Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I work at Neighbourhood Central. Our team provides a variety of services from birth right through to the elderly, and although most of my work is behind the scenes (lots of red-tape!), I enjoy knowing that my efforts, along with the wonderful staff and volunteers, are making such a positive difference in so many people’s lives. SESSIONS & TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
Friday 22nd December 10.30am Daddy’s Home 2
12.50pm Goodbye Christopher Robin
2.50pm Murder on the Orient Express 5.00pm Daddy’s Home 2 6.55pm Wonder
9.05pm Justice League
Saturday 23rd December
10.30am My Little Pony: The Movie 12.40pm Daddy’s Home 2 2.35pm Wonder
4.40pm Murder on the Orient Express 6.45pm Wonder
What are you really good at? Using Google! If you could have a super power what would it be? If there was a healing superpower, then that would be it! I hate seeing people suffer. What is your pet hate? There are many, but there’s nothing worse than hearing people sniff! Tell us about your best holiday ever? I have been very fortunate to have travelled to some amazing destinations within Australia and around the world. I absolutely love it! One of my favourite places is Prague in the Czech Republic for its fairytale old-town and architecture.
8.50pm Justice League
Sunday 24th December
10.30am Goodbye Christopher Robin 12.50pm Wonder
2.55pm Daddy’s Home 2 4.50pm Justice League
7.05pm Murder on the Orient Express
Monday 25th December
CHRISTMAS DAY NO MOVIES SHOWING Tuesday 26th December 10.30am Daddy’s Home 2 12.45pm Wonder
2.50pm Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle 5.05pm Wonder
7.10pm Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle 9.20pm Bad Moms 2
Wednesday 27th December
10.30am Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle 12.50pm Wonder
2.55pm Murder on the Orient Express 5.00pm Wonder
7.05pm Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle 9.15pm Justice League
CLASSIFIEDS
PARKES PHYSIOTHERAPY Linda Reilly APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist 25 Clarinda St Parkes Ph: 6862 5005 Layer Pullets. Commercial Crossbreds. Vaccinated. 14 week (Black, Red, White) $18. 12 week (Isa Brown) $17.50. Available Friday 19th January from Landmark Parkes 8am 6862 2844 or Walkers Ag n Vet Forbes 9am 6852 1333. Phone to order. Brian Larkin Poultry Patios, Rooms, Cladding & Carports (BL83737C) As on TV. Ph 6862 5886 www.pictonbros.com.au
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PARKES PET BARN Your Friendly local pet store We have Moved to 6 Bogan St Parkes (Across the Road!)
For all your Christmas Pet needs! Sean White
Mobile 0427 756 851 • Phone 6862 6287 Email parkespetbarn@bigpond.com
Cubs Become Scouts
The 3rd Parkes Scout Group celebrated a big year of adventure and learning last Tuesday evening at their Christmas Party which was well attended by Scout and Cub families. Member for Orange, Mr Philip Donato joined the group for a pizza dinner and took the opportunity to congratulate the group on their achievements and encouraged them and their leaders, Barry Read and Raiechell Giles. As part of the evening’s festivities, a Cub, Thomas Barker, was accepted into Scouts. This involved the Scouts building a temporary bridge structure from Stringybark and Thomas skilfully walking the bridge to be welcomed by Scouts. This year Thomas achieved his Grey Wolfe Award, which is the highest achievement that a Cub can obtain. This is the second year in a row that a Cub from the 3rd Parkes Scouts has received this Award, with Charlie Zannes receiving his when he graduated to the Scout Troop in 2016. Mr Donato congratulated Thomas and presented him with his Grey Wolfe Certificate and badge. He then distributed Subway encouragement certificates to the group. Mr Donato said “It is great to see such a keen group of Cubs and Scouts getting out and having a go, learning new skills and contributing back to their community”. By Marg Applebee
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Member for Orange, Philip Donato presenting a Grey Wolf badge and certificate to Thomas Barker, with Cub Leader, Raiechell Giles at the 3rd Parkes Scouts Christmas Party.
Congratulations to Hannah Dun who received the Junior Dux Award from The Parkes Christians School last week.
WHAT’S On 1 Dec - 31 2018 Summer Reading Club for all ages from birth to 17 years. Visit any library Jan in the Parkes Shire to join for free and receive a Game On kit. 22 Dec A fresh retelling of the first Christmas at 7:30pm on the corner of Jones & Reymond Streets, Parkes. Come and experience this unique nativity play with the 3 wise men arriving on quad bikes! 29 Dec & Parkes Harness Racing Club Racing Extravaganza at Parkes Showground. 31 Dec Fireworks on NYE between 10pm and 10.30pm. Up tp 31 Shop Parkes this Christmas + Win. Shop at any participating store for your Dec chance to win $5,000 travel package to a destination of your choice. The prize draw is on 5th Janu-ary 2018. 2 Jan Aqua Aerobics at Parkes Aquatic Centre from 7.15am-8am and 7.15pm-8pm $10 a class 7 Jan “Welcome to Elvis” The Parkes & District Country Music Assoc are once again organising a fun afternoon of entertainment from 4pm to 8pm for all those early arrivals booking in for Elvis celebrations. The undercover area at the Parkes Showground is the venue and all locals and visitors are invited to come along. Entertainers of all genre are invited to perform by putting your name down with our music co-ordinators on the day and join in the fun. Bring your own chair and snacks. Cold drinks will be available for purchase. Free admission. Everyone Welcome! 9 Jan 'American Visionary: John Fitzgerald Kennedy's Life and Times' photo exhibition opening at the Parkes Shire Library at 6pm. RSVP by 8th January to parkes.library@parkes.nsw.gov.au 10-14 Jan Parkes Elvis Festival. Visit parkeselvisfestival.com.au for more information. 26 Jan
Australia Day
Save the Date
15 April 2018 Parkes Garden Club for their Open Gardens. The date was changed as Saturday 14th April clashed with the Parkes Aero Club’s 70th anniversary. 28 April 2018 Flower Show & Market Day at St Georges from 10am – 4pm. Contact 0409 622 888 for more information. Georgie’s Pantry at 45 Currajong Street is open every Thursday from 10am – 4pm for pensioners and people with a health care card. Groceries and fresh produce available at very reasonable prices. 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. 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. Parkes Aviation Museum is now open Thursdays and Sundays. The ever-growing collection is located at the Parkes Regional Airport. Parkes Torch Bearers for Legacy meets every third Monday of the month at 10:30am at the Parkes Ser-vices Club. Everyone welcome. Contact Margaret Cherry on 6862 4789. CWA meeting on the third Wednesday of the month at the Pink Orchid Café at 5.30.
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When you think you are still a puppy… Avalanche the Husky still loves sitting on a lap although it’s harder to fit these days. Owner Robyn Teet still loves it too!
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Telstra Store Young 141 Boorowa Street Young 02 store 6382parkes 2900 telstra | 290 clarinda st | 02 6862 6200
As you probably know, NBN fibre is coming to Parkes. At the Telstra shop Parkes we’re here to answer all your questions. Pop in for a chat and one of our team of local experts will answer all of your questions. Telstra Store Young
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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)
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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?
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Parkes Tennis Ticks Important Bucket List Item The Parkes Tennis Club celebrated the official opening of its new outdoor recreation area last week. Parkes Mayor Ken Keith OAM had the honour of cutting the ribbon of this huge project for the tennis community. The finished product is a great user-friendly area. President of the club, Helen Magill thanked Parkes Shire Council, Parkes Services Club, CMOC-Northparkes Mines and The Federal Government for their support in realising this bucket list item for the club.
Parkes Mayor Ken Keith OAM cutting the Ribbon with Helen Magill Parkes Tennis Club President.
Paddles Up for Northparkes Staff Northparkes Mines staff had an experience with a difference last Thursday when organiser Stacey Kelly arranged a dragon boat paddle for seventeen of her staff. Club President, Bill Thomas, was happy to skipper the boat as sweep, while Bev Williams took on the important role of stroke, the pace-setter and Beth Thomas drummed and coached the team of novices. They paddled amazingly well for firsttimers and had a huge amount of fun. “It’s such a fabulous idea for staff bonding,” stated President, Bill Thomas.
The crew realised, with some surprise, what a true workout a dragon-boat paddle can be, and some even stated they’d be interested in having another go. And of course the Lachlan Dragons would warmly welcome them. “We all really enjoyed the experience, it was great fun,” said Stacey Kelly. If you’re looking for a unique experience for your workplace, why not give dragonboat paddling a go! Just call Bill on 0418 616 500 or Chris on 0414 762 775.
Paddles Up Northparkes Staff!
PARKES HARNESS RACING CLUB On NYE come and enjoy the
$5000
Fireworks Display 29th December and New Years Eve Carnival of Cups Meeting
Fireworks on NYE between 10pm and 10:30pm
Located at Parkes Showground
Races:
HOLIDAY PERIOD
Racing Extravaganza!
• Langlands Hanlon Sprint $12,000 race • Parkes Leagues Club $10,000 Golden Bar race • Medlyns Castrol Gig Final $9,000 race, $5,000 Trophy • Lachlan Valley Vet Clinic $10,000 race plus Trophy