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Leaders call for support for regional aviation sector
Rex Airlines has assured regional communities flights will continue as they enter voluntary administration MP Michael McCormack is calling on the Australian Government to "pull out all the stops" to support the airline. File pictures
Air services 'critical'
REGIONAL leaders are calling for support for "critical" air services to our region to continue, one week on from the news that Regional Express had gone into voluntary administration.
Flights to and from Parkes do continue, and our Mayor and Federal MP are shining the spotlight on the importance of that service
The connection Rex provides to the city is critical, says Parkes Mayor Neil Westcott.
"Rex provides a 45-minute connection for our region to Sydney, the next most expeditious form of travel is private vehicle, which takes five to six hours," he said.
"Our region is so very reliant on the connectivity to
Sydney, for access to medical services not available in the regions, for commerce, for training, for business and to connect regional communities nationally and internationally."
Cr Westcott described the airline as "a friend of the regions, without which our regional towns will be very severely disadvantaged"
"We would greatly encourage any positive intervention to ensure the continuation and sustainability of Rex Airlines, which is so critical for the well-being of our regional communities," Cr Westcott said.
Regional Saab 340 flights are currently unaffected by the administration and will continue to operate, but
flights between major airports have been cancelled, with Virgin Australia offering impacted Rex passengers free of charge rebooking.
Federal Member for Riverina, Michael McCormack MP, described the news Rex had gone into administration as "extremely concerning" for those in the regions
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What's on in and around Parkes
CRAFT CORNER 50 YEARS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8
Craft Corner invites you to celebrate their 50 years in business and official opening of their new location at 237 Clarinda Street Official opeing is at 10:30am and Coffee and cake will be served from 10am to 4pm. RSVP by Thursday, July 25 parkescraftcorner@gmail.com or 0268621034
ROAD READY FOR HARVEST
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8
Save the date for the Be Road Ready for Harvest Field Day at the Forbes Central West Livestock Exchange from 8am to 11:30am. Refresh your knowledge about the current regulations for safety and legally moving agricultural vehicles, combinations and trucks on the road, and hear about other important harvest safety information.
110 YEARS OF RED CROSS
FRIDAY, AUGUST 9
Come along and celebrate 110 years of Parkes Red Cross at the Red Cross Tea Rooms for a free morning tea, cake cutting and raffle draw from 11:30am. Donations Welcome, cookbooks are available for $15 each
WASTE 2 ART REGIONAL
SHOWCASE
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
The opening and announcement of winners for the Regional Waste 2 Art Exhibition and Competition will start at 10:30am in the Conventry Room of the Parkes Library. View Waste 2 Art winning artworks from 11 different councils RSVP via Humanitix.com
ART WORKSHOP
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
To celebrate the opening of the Regional Waste 2 Art Showcase, NetWaste and Parkes Shire Council are offering a free art workshop with artist Ronda Sharpe from 12 to 2pm in the Marramarra Makerspace Booking is essential via Humanitix.com
LOCAL SHOWS
AUGUST
The Tullamore show is the first show in the Parkes Shire for
Editor
2024 The Tullamore Show will be held on August 9 and 10.Trundle Show is next on August 13 and 14 followed by the Peak Hill Show on August 20 and 21 Don't miss out on these great local shows!
MCPHERSONS RURAL RACE DAY
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
Featuring a five race non TAB program, free kids activities, live music by 2024 Toyota Country Music Festival Champion Buskers, Robbi and Ben, on course
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Journalists
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catering, bar and bookies and VIP packages, the McPhersons Rural Race Day at the Parkes Race Course is sure to be a fun family day out. Gates open at 12, general admission $10, kids under 16 free
PAINT PARKES READ
FRIDAY, AUGUST 23
Paint Parkes REaD will be holding their annual reading day 'Reading is Magic' at Cooke Park and the CBD from 9am to 12pm Every time a book is opened magic falls out! For more information contact Shonel on 68621872
joanne.simpson@midwestmedia.com.au
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Backing Rex for future
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Mr McCormack says he has spoken to and written to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the need to keep Rex's critical regional services
"The Prime Minister told me the Government would work to keep Rex flying, which I welcomed," he said.
"I have also spoken at length with Aviation Minister Catherine King to discuss this crucial issue.
"This is not about picking sides in the aviation space,
this is about the imperative need for regional, rural and remote communities to have access to cost-effective, time-efficient and convenient transport options for business, health and leisure purposes. "
One week on from the announcement Australian Associated Press is reporting Rex remains locked in bailout discussions, but administrators say the airline can still thrive.
The federal transport department has held daily talks
with the airline and is widely tipped to financially support Rex, so long as it prioritises "critical" regional flights.
Sam Freeman - one of three EY administrators appointed to Rex - said government messaging indicated it would support the airline if needed, but believed it could remain sustainable without a bailout
"We're doing a lot of modelling there to suggest that it's a viable business into the future, it does need to be reshaped into that but
definitely we see a stronger, viable Rex into the future," he told AAP.
"But the government's been pretty clear saying Rex is critical infrastructure for regional Australia and to the extent that support is needed, it's likely to be there."
Transport Minister Catherine King has said all options were on the table when asked if the government could take an equity stake in Rex or offer it another taxpayer-backed financial lifeline
The federal transport
There’s new art to enjoy on the walls of both Parkes and Trundle hospitals this month as Arts OutWest revamps the changing collections at the health services
department on Friday confirmed to AAP it had appointed a string of external advisors as it worked through support options
Hoping the administration program would last no longer than five weeks, Mr Freeman said a "full spectrum" of potential buyers had presented since they took over, including businesses from within the aviation industry.
Earlier on Tuesday, Rex was in court ahead of a vote by tens of thousands of creditors to decide wheth-
er to resurrect or liquidate the company Barrister Daniel Krochmalik, representing EY administrators, told a Federal Court hearing Rex had 4450 creditors.
Those include employees awaiting pay, staff who had lost their jobs, and passengers whose flights were cancelled, the court was told.
Justice David Yates made orders allowing for the first meeting of creditors to be held virtually on Friday - With AAP
New art for our local hospitals
THERE'S new art to enjoy on the walls of both Parkes and Trundle hospitals this month as Arts OutWest revamps the changing collections at the health services Art displayed in hospitals is part of Arts OutWest's ongoing arts and health program and partnership with Western NSW Local Health District Arts OutWest's arts and health coordinator Steven Cavanagh has developed a circuit of exhibitions that move through five hospitals including Parkes, Forbes, Trundle, Condobolin and Oberon, with a focus on photography and new local work "Hospital reception areas
and hallways are commonly treated as a threshold or holding bay. A positive patient experience from the outset can improve the overall experience of care while showcasing and fostering greater trust in the service," Steven Cavanagh said.
Across both Parkes Hospital and Trundle MPS you can currently see photography by Arts OutWest's Media Associates from the 'Behind the Lens' exhibition. In Trundle see works by Alan Sadleir, Carolyn Hide, Dean Whiting and Zenio Lapka. At Parkes you can also see paintings and drawings by Forbes Arts Society.
Nominations open for local government
NOMINATIONS for the September 14 local government elections are now open and people across NSW are encouraged to put their hand up to represent their community on local council
The decisions councils make have a direct impact on people's everyday lives
The state's councils man-
age $151 billion in infrastructure like pools, libraries and roads and every year spend $15 billion delivering local services
No formal qualifications are needed to become a councillor, just a passion to work alongside fellow councillors to achieve great outcomes for the community.
"I have always been a passionate believer in local government because I know what a wonderful difference effective councils with strong leadership can have on the community," Minister for Local Government Ron Hoenig said.
The NSW Government is encouraging more diversity
among candidates, including underrepresented groups such as women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability.
"We need diverse voices on council to reflect the diversity within our commu-
nities, so I encourage people of all backgrounds and ages to nominate as a candidate," Mr Hoenig said.
"Local government elections are an important part of democracy so I hope people will engage with the election process ahead of heading to the polls on 14 September."
Candidate nominations
are now open and will close at midday on Wednesday, August 14. For more information on becoming a councillor visit https://www. olg.nsw.gov.au/public/local-government-elections/ become-a-councillor/ and for information on how to nominate visit http://www. elections.nsw.gov.au/.
Students explore careers
BY MADELINE BLACKSTOCK
PARKES' first Aboriginal Career and Training Expo was held on Thursday, August 1 and it was a huge success with Parkes Shire students
Students from Parkes High School, Trundle Central School and Peak Hill Central School made the trip to Cooke Park Pavilion and explored some of the options and pathways that are available to them for the future.
Organiser Micheal Anderson said the day was aimed at providing Aboriginal high school students, families and the Parkes region career guidance and training opportunities
"There's a lot of opportunities that are available for the kids especially Aboriginal opportunities but kids aren't aware of them," Micheal said.
"It's important not only for the kids but their families and even just the other week there was a lady who said 'I'd love for you guys to go to Uni but we can't afford it', well there's all these different programs that are available to make that happen So it is very important that kids understand that there are opportunities and programs out there for them."
The day featured a variety of workshops, presentations and networking opportunities which all students benefited from Students from Parkes High School shared with us who their favourite exhibitors were and the importance of exhibitions like this being available for students to attend.
Parkes shares in $64 million in disaster road repair funding
The NSW Labor Government has sped up deliver of more than $64 million new funding to councils in western NSW to repair roads and transport infrastructure damaged during natural disasters. This funding boost comes as Parkes, Lithgow, Cabonne, Weddin, Forbes, and Lachlan local government areas were among the first in the state to sign a pioneering pilot funding agreement with the NSW Reconstruction Authority and Transport for NSW, streamlining the distribution of disaster recovery funds.
Parkes Shire Council will receive $2.51 million under this initiative. Previously councils faced significant financial strain as they had to finance infrastructure repairs upfront and wait for reimbursement from other levels of government Through the newly established Tripartite Agreements councils can access advance funding, from the NSW and Australian Governments through Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), at the onset of each
reconstruction phase.
Parkes Shire Mayor Neil Westcott said the Tripartite agreement is a piloted program targeted at providing expedited access to advance payments to support significant Essential Public Asset Restoration submissions (EPARs) for all outstanding transport infrastructure damage caused by the natural disaster event in November 2022
"Parkes Shire Council has submitted a total claim of $11.1 million, with $6.9 million approved and $4.1 million currently being assessed," he said "The $2.51 million advance payment will primarily support road repair works, including resurfacing, upgrading, and general maintenance of roads within the $6.9 million approval With the limited funds available to Regional NSW Councils the advance funding is critical for delivering these restorative works.
Cr Westcott said since the flood event in November 2022, Parkes Shire Council has completed significant emergency and immediate reconstruction works valued at $13.2 million.
"We have basically talked to everyone here, days like these are so important as without this we wouldn't know what is available to us," Laura Burkitt said.
"We're learning about
everything, there are so many opportunities that are available to us," Ella McColl said.
"I've talked to the Mines, the police, and engineers," Henry Kross said.
"These works include road reconstruction, table drain clearing, road resurfacing, and culvert repair and replacement. Parkes Shire Council had not undertaken any of the $6.9 million approved under the EPAR submission and is awaiting the advance payment of $2.51 million to begin these works."
Cr Westcott said the Tripartite Agreement has been a significant step in the right direction for the administration of Natural Disaster funding. "Historically, Councils have had to cover the expenses of repairing damage from such events and then provide evidence-based information for reimbursement.
"This process can cause time delays leading to Council carrying large expenditures for extended periods. Advance payments enable Council to schedule works with confidence and enter into larger contracts with external providers, knowing funding is available, Cr Westcott said Since the flood event in November 2022, Parkes Shire Council has completed significant emergency and immediate reconstruction works
The Evolution Mining Northparkes information desk was popular with students
"Mining is my favourite so far They told me about all the different working industries within the Mines and what types of Mines there are. "
Kallum Munday's favourite was also the Mines
"The Mines was probably my favourite. They told us how many jobs there are in mining like FIFO and electricians," Kallum said.
"This expo is very valuable for us to know what is out there for us."
The Aboriginal Career and Training Expo day was designed to empower students and provide them with valuable information and resources that they would be able to take home and use for their future career development.
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valued at $13.2 million These works include road reconstruction, table drain clearing, road resurfacing, and culvert repair and replacement. Parkes Shire Council had not undertaken any of the $6.9 million approved under the EPAR submission and is awaiting the advance payment of $2.51 million to begin these works.
Cr Westcott said the total EPAR package of $11.1 million is outstanding, with Council only recently commencing the approved portion of $6.9 million to ensure project completion by June 2025 Various portions of road work are outstanding, including gravel resheeting, grading, table drain clearing, edge break repair, culverts and causeway repair bridge scour protection rehabilitation and road heavy patching \ The Natural Disaster fund only enables restoration of the asset to its "pre-disaster condition and will not fund any capital improvements However, Parkes Shire Council is utilising other allocations within its Transport Capital Works program to supplement the Natural Disaster funding.
Trundle Central School students, Nikita Randall and Taylah Paul, with Senior Constable Sarah Archer
Olivia Hetherington with Lauren Brown, Haylie Sloan and Natalie Brolly from Apprenticeship Support Australia.
Parkes High Students, Kallum Munday and Henry Kross, were learning what Sureway is from Tamara Balding, Craig Ryan and Lennie Frail.
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SHIRE SHOWS
PARKES SHIRE COUNCILSHOWSTALLS
Locals areencouraged to drop by the Parkes ShireCouncil stall at the Tullamore, Trundle, Peak Hill and Parkes Show.
TullamoreShow- Saturday10August2024
Trundle Show -Wednesday 14 August 2024
Peak Hill Show -Wednesday 21 August 2024
Parkes Show -Tuesday 27 and Wednesday 28 August2024
Ourfriendly staff will be theretosharewith residents moreabout careersopportunities at Council, planningfor Parkes Shire2040 and companion animals. Come by and say hello!
WHAT’S ON
2024TOWNCRIER CHAMPIONSHIPS
Come down to CookeParkPavilion and experience the excitementofthe Town Crier Championships!
Date: Saturday 21 September 2024
Time: 9:30am to 12pm
Bring your friends and family to witness the besttowncrierscompete forthe championship title. Don’t miss out on the fun–see youthere!
PROJECTUPDATE
KELLYRESERVE NINJAPARK
Stage 2ofthe Kelly Reserve precinct upgrade is progressing well andontrack for aSeptember completion. Theninja parkwill complimentthe newwater play space and include aninja course, inclusive carousel and toddler equipment.
To stay up to datewiththisproject, visit: bit.ly/ParkesNinjaPark
ADOPTANANIMAL
TheParkesAnimal Shelterhas someloving animals waitingfor theirforever homes. Adopta furry friend today and make a difference in theirlives and yours. Shouldyou be interested in adoptingananimal, please visit Council’sAnimalShelter at 56 Saleyards Road between 9am and 10am Mondayto Friday.Any outstandingrelease fees (including microchipping and/or registrationfees where applicable)are to be paid in full prior to the collectionofthe animal.
To view theanimals available at theParkes AnimalShelter, visit: bit.ly/AnimalsForAdoption
WASTE 2ART REGIONAL SHOWCASE
Sims Metal, NetWaste and Parkes Shire Council would like to invite you to the opening of the Regional Waste2Art Competition and Exhibition on Saturday 10 August2024, 10:30am-12:30pm in the Coventry Room at Parkes ShireLibraryand Cultural Centre. Theexhibition will showcase all the winning artworksmade from reused wastematerials from acrossthe Netwaste region. For more information and to book your place, contact Parkes Library on 68612309.
LET’S MAKE ARTWITHRONDASHARPE
NetWaste and Parkes ShireCouncil are excitedtobebringing aFREEart workshop to the Marramarra Makerspace, Saturday 10 August 2024,12pmto2pm. Coinciding with the opening of the Waste2 Art Regional Showcase, be guided by thiswonderful exhibitionand our amazing localartistRonda Sharpe to turn wasteintoart usingrecycled packaging, metal, electricalcords and more. Limitedspots areavailable and bookingsare essential. Allmaterials areprovided but please bring in anypackaging or other recycled materials youmay liketouse.
To book your place, scan the QR codeabove.
Your Community,Your Say,Your Future! Join us at adrop-in sessioninTrundle, TullamoreorPeak Hill whereyou can share your thoughts andideas on the futureofParkes Shire.
Trundle - 8August2024, TrundleHall, 6:30pm Tullamore- 14 August2024, TullamoreBowling Club, 6:30pm Peak Hill - 26 August2024, Peak Hill Services Club, 6:00pm
Don’t miss thisopportunity to haveyoursay aboutthe Parkes Shire, nowand into the future. Together,let’s createasustainable and inclusivecommunity forall. Formoreinformation, visit: bit.ly/ParkesShire2040
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PARKES SHIRE 2040
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Vaccinations through the years for pets
BY PARKES VET
WHETHER your pet is a baby or a fully grown canine or feline friend, staying updated with their vaccination schedule is essential. If you're unsure about which vaccinations your pet needs, staying current with at least their core vaccinations is a good place to start.
These are common infectious diseases worldwide that can potentially cause severe illness or even death. For cats, the core vaccinations comprise the F3 Vaccine, which protects against feline panleukopenia and two common causes of cat flu (feline herpesvirus and calicivirus).
In dogs, the core vaccinations make up the C3 Vaccine, which protects against canine parvovirus, infectious hepatitis, and distemper Additional non-core vaccinations in both species are recommended case-bycase, depending on your pet's lifestyle and the areas they visit
These include the kennel cough and leptospirosis vaccines in dogs and the chlamydia and feline leukaemia virus vaccines in cats
Most veterinarians will recommend kittens and puppies receive three sets of vaccinations: One at 6-8 weeks old, 10-12 weeks old, and 16-18 weeks old Depending on your pet's particular risk factors, your vet may recommend they receive an additional vaccination at six months old.
After that, your pet will require a vaccination every 1-3 years to stay up to date with their vaccinations, depending on the vaccines in use.
Your puppy or kitten should have completed their primary course of core vaccinations before going out into public places, like the dog park or taking them on a walk
These are common infectious diseases worldwide that can potentially cause severe illness or even death, this is why vaccinations are important for our pets
Keeping them confined to your property until all 3 vaccinations have been given is important to reducing their risk of encountering other animals or an environment that could be a source of an infectious disease
Should your puppy or kitten miss a vaccination during their initial triple vaccine series, they may need additional vaccinations to achieve a sufficient immune response, but
this would be at the discretion of your veterinarian.
If your adult dog is overdue, having them vaccinated as soon as possible to get them up to date is essential. If your pet goes into a boarding kennel during holiday periods, always remember, vaccines should be current 2-4weeks before your pet enters the boarding facility to be effective.
Join a conversation with John Anderson
THIS is a rare opportunity to hear John Anderson speak in Parkes. Since leaving politics John is internationally known for his conversations with leaders, public figures, and thinkers around the world. With over 203 million views on YouTube, and over 600,000 subscribers, John discusses the social, cultural and political landscape we
live in today. Are you concerned about the state of the world? Do you wonder what the future holds for your children in our western society? This event will clarify your thinking with John's common sense, reasoning and incisive spiritual and social wisdom for the future.
These events are held in pubs/clubs as
they are casual get-togethers where people buy a drink, hear an inspirational speaker, stay on for conversation and some stay for dinner. All welcome to this free event. This will take place on Friday, August 16 from 6-7:15pm at the Parkes Services Club RSVP to Lynn at 04399 34667 or lynnandwayne@ bigpond.com
A personal touch for final goodbye
BY CARA KEMP
MORE people are choosing to make their final arrangements personal, reflecting who they are and what they care about.
This shift is helping to turn goodbyes into meaningful celebrations of life
Personalising final arrangements means moving beyond traditional funerals
Some people are choosing eco-friendly burials that have less impact on the environment.
Others are creating unique memorial services that celebrate their hobbies, passions, or favorite places.
One of the benefits of personalising final arrangements is that it allows people to express their individuality.
It can be as simple as choosing a favorite song to be played at a service, or as detailed as planning a specific location for a memorial.
Another important aspect is that it can bring comfort to
family and friends. When final arrangements reflect the personality and wishes of the person who has passed away, it can make the farewell feel more genuine and heartfelt
It also gives loved ones a chance to remember and celebrate the unique qualities of the person they've lost.
There are many ways to
personalise final arrangements
Some people write letters or make video messages to be shared after they are gone
Others might plan a celebration of life instead of a traditionalfuneral,whereguests can share stories, play music, and celebrate together.
Overall, making final arrangements personal is
about creating a goodbye that feels right.
It's about honoring the life lived and bringing peace to those left behind.
By thinking ahead and planning final arrangements that truly reflect who we are, we can ensure that our farewells are as unique and special as our lives
Fostering a sense of community
THIS year, the focus of Dying to Know day is on fostering a sense of community, emphasising the importance of support and connection during times of loss.
Dying to Know Day began with the goal of making it easier to talk about death.
By bringing these conversations into the open, the day helps people prepare for the end of life in a thoughtful and supportive way.
One of the key messages of this year's Dying to Know Day is the value of community.
When people come together to support each other, it can make the experience of loss more bearable
Sharing stories, offering a helping hand, or just being there to listen can make a big difference.
Creating strong support networks is another focus of this year's Dying to Know Day.
Support groups, both in-person and online, can offer a safe space for people to share their feelings and find comfort.
These networks can help individuals feel less isolated and more understood.
Dying to Know Day also promotes the sharing of knowledge and resources
By providing information about end-of-life options, grief support, and community services, the event aims to empower individuals to make informed decisions
Knowing what resources are available can help people feel more in control and less overwhelmed.
Engaging in community projects is another way to foster a sense of togetherness.
Activities like creating memorial gardens, organising remembrance walks, or participating in volunteer work can bring people closer
These projects provide a way to honour loved ones while building connections with others.
Recognising and respecting different traditions and cultures is an important part of building community.
Dying to Know Day encourages people to learn about and honour the diverse ways that different cultures approach death and grieving.
Your end of life options
BY CARA KEMP
DYING to Know Day is an opportune time to explore the various end-of-life options
These options range from traditional practices to innovative and personalised approaches
■ Traditional Burial
Traditional burial involves placing the deceased in a casket and interring it in a cemetery This option typically includes a formal service and a graveside ceremony. Many people choose traditional burial for its longstanding cultural and religious significance.
■ Cremation Cremation is an alternative to burial where the body is reduced to ashes through high
heat.This option offers flexibility in how the ashes are handled.They can be kept in an urn, scattered in a meaningful location, or incorporated into memorial objects like jewelery
■ Green Burial Green or natural burial emphasises environmental sustainability It involves using biodegradable materials and avoiding embalming chemicals. Green burials are often held in designated natural cemeteries where the focus is on returning the body to the earth in an eco-friendly manner
■ Home Funeral A home funeral allows families to care for the body and hold ceremonies at
home.This option can be more personal and intimate, allowing for a tailored farewell in a familiar setting. Home funerals often involve minimal intervention from funeral homes and can be combined with traditional or alternative ceremonies.
■ Memorial Services
Memorial services provide a way to celebrate and honor the life of the deceased without the presence of the body
These services can be held in various settings, such as community centres, parks, or places of worship.They
Dying to Know Day - Making fi
DEATH is a universal experience for everyone, whether it be through close friends and family, or being an outside observer, it is something that affects everybody.
can include speeches, music, and personal tributes that reflect the individual's life and achievements.
■ Celebration of Life A celebration of life is an upbeat alternative to traditional mourning services. It focuses on remembering the positive aspects of the individual's life through gatherings, stories, music, and activities that were important to them.This approach aims to celebrate the person's legacy in a joyful and reflective manner
■ Donation to Science
Donating your body to science can contribute to medical research and education.This option
helps advance scientific knowledge and can be a way to leave a lasting impact on future generations. After the research is completed, the body is typically cremated, and the ashes are returned to the family
■ Creative Memorials Creative memorials provide unique ways to honour and remember a loved one.These might include creating a memorial garden, organising a charity event in their name, or designing a custom piece of art or jewelery Creative memorials can be a meaningful way to celebrate the individual's passions and interests.
nal arrangements personal
Dying to Know Day started to help people have open conversations about death.
Dying to Know Day as an event, encourages talking about death, dying, and grief. This year's theme is all about making final arrangements personal and fostering a sense of community.
It aims to make these topics less scary and more approachable
This year, the focus is on how we can make our final plans reflect who we are and what we value
Personalising final ar-
rangements means going beyond traditional funerals
It includes things like eco-friendly burials, unique memorial services, and creative ways to remember loved ones
By making these plans
personal, we can make sure our goodbyes are special and meaningful.
Another important part of this year's theme is community.
Donato's Matters of State
MP busy in and around Parkes
BY PHILIP DONATO MP
SES AWARDS
It was a privilege to attend the NSW SES Canobolas 14 November 2022 Flood Awards ceremony, held at the Orange Ex Services Club last Saturday. Those gathered heard stories of unbelievable acts of survival, heroism, bravery, and commitment to serve. A special mention to the local SES units along with other emergency service personnel, first responders, and citizens who went above and beyond to help save lives and property on a day that so many will never forget.
COMMUNITY CONSULTATION
Community consultation is now well underway with flood-affected residents of the Central West Last week I visited the caring and hardworking team from the NSW Reconstruction Authority who were in Parkes, and were busy meeting with locals, helping arrange future home assessments and connecting people with support services
To find out more head to https://www.nsw.gov.au/ have-your-say and select the Resilient Homes Program
Central West SPORTS INFRASTRUCTURE
Eugowra has endured a lot, so when there was an opportunity to support funding to enhance and upgrade sports infrastructure at the Eugowra Public School for the benefit of students and the broader community, I was 100 per cent behind them Congratulations to the school's P&C, $131,450 is now on the way to repair and restore the tennis court, basketball / netball court and cricket pitch with resurfacing and installation of lighting. Well done!
HARS PARKES AVIATION MUSEUM
Last week I made a return visit to this unique tourist attraction. Mike De La Hunty and his volunteer crew do an amazing job with the wide display of aircraft, aviation artefacts and memorabilia. They've also partnered with Parkes High School to provide a mentor-based preparation and transition to the workforce, and the students I spoke to really enjoyed restoring the exhibits Mike is looking at expanding the museum, which will take an already amazing collection to a whole new level. I
encourage you all to visit, they're just at the Parkes airport and only a few hundred metres off the Henry Parkes Way. They're open Thursdays and Sundays.
CURTAINS TO RAISE I was pleased to support Parkes Musical and Dramatic Society's grant application for lighting equipment and arch curtains for The
Little Theatre. I officially announced their success for the $14,000 grant, congratulations Nigel Thomas and his fellow members This is a terrific entertainment venue for Parkes, which provides several high-quality productions each year - "Cinderella and the Crystal Slipper" will be the next production. I was pleased to support them
Rex air service essential to our region
downfall as the airline
na Regional folk, tourists, local government, health and general services, fly-in workers, commerce, all rely on effective and competitively priced aviation services
THE recent appointment of an administrator to Rex Airlines again highlights the challenges of running airlines in Australia, especially on regional routes including the Central West and Riveri-
From reports, Rex's growth strategies, management decisions and boardroom tensions have contributed to its
Its decision to lease larger aircraft and compete with Qantas and Virgin on the lucrative capital city routes has left the company bleeding funds, losing $1mil per week for the last six months to December 2023.
the government has not opened up more gate allocations (slots) at Sydney airport, with transport minister Catherine King yet to release the long-awaited Aviation White Paper.
as Rex and Bonza to be competitive on capital city routes with the allocating of additional slots
focused on making sure that people in regional communities continue to have access to aviation services.
Finding a buyer for Rex could involve the government becoming a shareholder to maintain regional airline services that it has recognised as essential. – PARKES CHAMPION POST www.parkeschampionpost.com.au
Its potential demise also raises the question of why
Former ACCC chair Rod Sims has accused Labor of sitting on reforms that would assist smaller carriers such
The government rejected it has done nothing on the slots, blaming Rex's expansion on city routes for its failure.
However, the prime minister said the government is
Mike Delahunty showed MP Philip Donato around the HARS Museum at Parkes airport. Picture supplied
Jam packed Trundle Show
THE 2024 Trundle Show is sure to be a great family day out full of entertainment.
There is something for both young and old with traditional agriculture show exhibits as well as a kids zone and animal nursery to keep the kids entertained.
Make sure not to miss the championship dog show and of course everyone's favourite, Junior Trundle Show Person, Master Trundle Showboy, Miss junior Trundle Showgirl and Tiny Tots competitions
Also be sure to try your hand at the gum boot toss!
TRUNDLE SHOW PROGRAM
Monday, August 12
■ 8am: Working DogTrials
■ 10am-2pm: Pavilion entries taken at show office Tuesday, August 13
■ 9am: Pavilion judging commences
■ 9am: Working DogTrials Wednesday, August 14
■ 8am: Merino sheep entries
■ 8:30am: Horse and show jumping
■ 9am: Pavilions open
■ 9am: championship dog show
■ 9am: Poultry judging
■ 9:30am Beef cattle judging
■ 9:30am: Wool judging
■ 10am: Animal Nursery and kids zone open
■ 11am: JuniorTrundle show person, masterTrundle showboy Miss junior Trundle showgirl and tiny tots competition
■ 12pm: Luncheon by Eat
Your Greens
■ 12pm: Inflatables
■ 12pm: Face painting
■ 1pm: Merino sheep presentation
■ 2:30pm: Official opening and presentation
■ 3:30pm: Gum boot toss
■ 4pm: Pavilion closes
– MADELINE BLACKSTOCK
Join the fun at Tullamore
2024
TULLAMORE SHOW
BY MADELINE BLACKSTOCK
THE Tullamore Show will be the first show of the season for the Parkes Shire and it is one not to be missed.
Featuring an exciting program for the show's 99th year it is sure to be a great family day out.
Make sure not to miss the speed shearing competition, young farmer's competition, the mortorbike barrel races and of course the demolition
derby featuring over 20 cars! Along with the jam packed entertainment the annual horse, sheep, cattle and dog competitions will be on display
TULLAMORE SHOW PROGRAM
Friday, August 9
■ 9am: Junior judging :wool, sheep, grain and crossbred lambs
Saturday, August 10
■ All-day: Kiosks with take away food and drinks at the pavilion Pony Club
Shed
■ 8am: Exhibition pavilion opens
■ 8am: All breeds championship dog show
■ 9am: Horse events
■ 9am: cattle judging
■ 9am: Fleece judging
■ 9am: Crossbred lanbs competition
■ 11am: Speed Shearing competition
■ 11am:Young Farmer's Challenge
■ 12pm: Pavilion lunch and BBQ
■ 1pm:Young Farmer's
Challenge
■ 2pm: Official opening
■ 3pm: Motorbike Barrel racing
■ 3pm: Pavilion Afternoon tea
■ 4pm: Demolition derby exhibition
■ 4pm: Exhibition pavilion closes
HIGHLIGHTS
■ No poultry section
■ Motorbike Barrel Racing
- Entry Fees: Payments for entries can be made at the office on the day of
the show Cash and card accepted.To streamline your check-in process, please fill in the waiver ahead of time.
■ Dog show
■ Sheep dog trials results available at the show
■ wheat comp
■ Speed sharing comp
■ Demolition derby - with over 20 cars
■ Young farmer's challenge
■ Friday junior judging In the Tullamore Show
President's message, Wayne McMahon said 2024 has
been another productive and positive year for the Committee.
"Our small committee has continued to represent our community in a very positive way, through their ongoing hard work, monthly meetings, working bees, and sourcing of grants," he said. Mr McMahon also highlighted several committee and community members for their support in bringing this year's Tullamore Show together
Joe and Hunter Sanderson, and Lisa Marlin explored the pavilions at the Trundle Show last year Photo by Jenny Kingham
Darriwell Stud featured among the winners in the Merino Sheep section at the Trundle Show last year
Aria Simpson with the Junior Champion Soft Feather Bantam Male of 2023 Photo by Jenny Kingham
Homegrown: get involved
BY MARG APPLEBEE
NEXT week we will be announcing our wonderful workshop providers for our Homegrown Parkes event on October 12.
We love bringing new workshops to the Homegrown event to provide opportunities for our community to learn about processes and concepts that allow 'non- experts' to make, bake and partake on your own turf
We provide as many activities as possible free at Homegrown Parkes because
we don't want any barriers to learning. There are pressures on our households and we want people to learn how they can produce and process at home to help cut some of these costs. Of course, we want to share some cool, niche demonstrations as well.
Our stallholder applications are open for our next Homegrown Parkes event on Saturday, October 12. We have already received over 30 expressions of interest from stallholders. When an EOI is received, it goes to our committee for sign off
We want to make sure that we are keeping a variety of
stalls and keeping the quality high Stallholders who have submitted their EOI will receive a confirmation
this week
Remember, Homegrown Parkes is not just for established market stall holders,
this event has kicked off stalls for some local people and we want to continue supporting locals EOI close on September 13.
The Expression of Interest form is accessible via our social media or Homegrown Parkes page on the Central West Lachlan Landcare website under the 'Get Involved' tab, or follow this link
We were thrilled to have attendees at our March workshops from all age groups with over 90 people attending these educational events in the Pavilion. These are free, so make the most of it
After this and previous
fabulous lineups of demonstrations last year, we want to keep the bar high and are looking forward to sharing our educational options for the next event.
We also look forward to sharing more about performances on the day.
Encouraging locals is a big part of the Homegrown ethos and we are so thrilled to be able to welcome new performances to Homegrown Parkes
Of course, Crop Swap will continue to be a huge part of Homegrown Parkes and I have a fresh vegetable stallholder surprise that I can't wait to share with you.
Cattle increase attracting export buyers
MONDAY'S cattle sale
■ Yarding 2071 (up 1091)
There was a large lift in supply to 2,071 cattle at Forbes an increase of 1,091 head from the previous sale The increase in numbers attracted additional export buyers into the market The overall quality was good with a number of consignments of crop and access to grain. Prices were firm to dearer across most classes Medium weight yearling steers to feed averaged 379c and made to 418c/kg. Heavy weight yearling steers to feed sold to 415c on a number of occasions with the largest numbers from 392c to 405c/ kg Heavy weight yearling heifers to feed made to 370c
with most sales from 294c to 342c/kg Heavy weight yearling heifers to the local trade market averaged 352 with the occasional sale to 400c/kg. Heavy grown steers to export processors made to 372 and the bullock portion made to 368c/kg. Some excellent quality heavy export heifers made to 369c to average 366c/kg A handful of 6 and 8 tooth bullocks made to 340c to average 333c/kg Medium weight 2 score cows made to 260c/kg. Heavy weight 3 score cows were dearer to average 288c and the best of the good heavy cows averaged 306c/kg Heavy weight bulls made to 283c/kg Tuesday's sheep sale ■ Yarding 47,300 (up 12,950)
Lamb numbers eased by 10,000 and the quality was good despite the extra numbers There were a few more new season lambs and the oldlambsconsistedofasmall run of light lambs and good numbers of trade weights although mixed in quality. The heavy and extra heavy lambs were well supplied and were in good condition. Merino lambs were better supplied and there were plenty of lighter weights offered along with good numbers of trade and heavy weights. Around 2500 new season lambs were penned and most were trade weights, mainly ranging from $160 to $236/head and averaged 860c to 880c/kg cwt. Old 2 score processing lambs
ranged from $90 to $142/ head. Trade weights 20 to 24kg slipped $10/head and sold from $145 to $214/head, shorn lambs with 5 or 6mm of wool attracted a premium and trades averaged between 750 and 800c/kg. The 24 to 26kg lambs showed improved quality but were firm to $5 cheaper selling from $198 to $226/head. Heavy weights to 30kg ranged from $213 to $259/head. Extra heavy weights topped at $295/head. Merinos were $10 stronger with trades selling from $137 to $209 and heavy weights reached $249/ head.
FROM MLA'S NATIONAL LIVESTOCK REPORTING AGENCY
Tools from Nadia Donato's Pasta Making Workshop at our March Homegrown Parkes event. Picture supplied
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6.00 Morning Programs 1.00 Harry’s Practice. 1.30 Horse Racing. Saturday at The Valley, Missile Stakes and BRC at SCTC Raceday 5.30 Medical Emergency 6.00 Heathrow 6.30 The Highland Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs
6.00 Morning Programs 12.00 Horse Racing. Saturday at The Valley, Missile Stakes and BRC at SCTC 1.30 Football. AFL. Round 22. Brisbane Lions v GWS Giants. 4.30 Border Security: International. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 7.30 MOVIE: The Sapphires (2012) 9.35 MOVIE: About A Boy. (2002) Hugh Grant 11.40 Late Programs
6.00 Morning Programs 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Search4Hurt. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers 3.00 National Comp. 4.00 Barrett-Jackson: Revved Up 5.00 Counting Cars 5.30 Storage Wars 6.00 Pawn Stars 7.00 AFL. Melbourne v Port Adelaide. 10.30 Late Programs
6.00 Morning Programs 7.00 Today In Paris 11.00 9News Morning Weekend. 12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024: Encore. 3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024 Day 15: Afternoon. 6.00 9News
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Don’t gnash those pearly whites because you might have to delay your plans. This could give the Lucky Lamb a better perspective of what’s been done and what still needs doing.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Scoring financial bull’s-eyes is easy for the focused Bovine who knows the ins and outs of the marketplace. But even with your success record, caution is still the watchword.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Watch your tendency to romanticize a situation that should be given closer scrutiny. Better to be suspicious now and ask for an explanation, or face a sad surprise later
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A bruised self-confidence can make things difficult, unless you accept the fact that you have what it takes. Ignore the critics and concentrate on believing in yourself. Good luck!
Got Talent 12.30 Jabba’s Movies. 1.00 Home And Away 3.00 To Be Advised. 5.30 Puppy School. 6.30 Bondi Vet. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Congratulations on what you’ve accomplished! But this is no time to curl up with some serious catnapping. Your rivals are probably already working on plans to overtake your lead.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your adventurous side wants to play a more dominant role this week, and you might want to oblige. Try to arrange for a getaway with a special person.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Taking logical approaches to pesky workplace issues can help resolve even long-standing problems. A shift in policy might catch you by surprise. Be alert to signs of change.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your kindness and compassion are exactly what are needed in dealing with an awkward situation during the early part of the week. Share the weekend fun with family and friends.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Keeping your focus straight and true is a good way of getting your points across. Save any variations for a later time. Meanwhile, the musical arts are important this weekend.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Reject advice to cut corners in reaching your goal Better to take a little more time to do the job as you promised. You’ll gain new respect for your honesty and integrity
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Don’t allow a troublesome situation to grow so big that it will be increasingly difficult to deal with. The sooner you speak up, the sooner everyone will be able to benefit from the resolution.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Confronting someone who is making a lot of mistakes could be the kindest thing that you can do both for this person and anyone else who could be adversely affected by the errors.
6.00 Morning Programs 10.00 Judge Judy 10.30 To Be Advised. 12.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 12.30 Deal Or No Deal. 1.00 10 News First: Lunchtime. 2.00 Family Feud. 2.30 Lingo 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00
6.00 Morning Programs 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Great Rail Restorations 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 A Touch Of Frost. 11.00 Late Programs
Programs 2.00 Gem Hunters Down
3.00 Billy The Exterminator 3.30 Truck Night In America. 4.30 Storage Wars 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers 6.30 Pawn Stars 7.30 Outback Truckers 9.30 Kings Of Pain. 10.30 Late Programs 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 The Block 8.45 Gold Medal Winners 10.15 9News Late. 10.45 Chicago Med 11.35 Transplant 12.30 Tipping Point 1.30 Pointless 2.30 It’s All Greek To Me. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 Late Programs 6.00 Morning Programs 1.50 Death In Paradise. 3.05 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Carry On Cruising. (1962) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway 9.40 Silent Witness. 10.50 Late Programs 6.00 Morning Programs 3.00 Bondi Vet. 4.00 Modern Family 4.30 Glee. 5.30 The Goldbergs 6.00 Modern Family 6.30 Cutest Puppies Make You Laugh Out Loud 7.30 First Dates UK 8.35 MOVIE: Talladega Nights: The Ballad Of Ricky Bobby. (2006) Will Ferrell. 10.50 Grand Crew 11.20 Late Programs
American Pickers 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.00 The Force: BTL. 8.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 10.30 Late Programs 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00
6.00 Morning Programs 2.00 First Dates UK 3.00 Bondi Vet. 4.00 Modern Family 4.30 Glee. 5.30 The Goldbergs 6.00 Modern Family 6.30 Naughty Cats Make You Laugh Out Loud.
Midsomer Murders 10.40 Late Programs
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD
3 Name one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the of Rhodes (8)
7 Which composer is remembered for the Messiah, George Frederick (6)
8 What is something shortlived or transitory (8)
9 Who is a sufferer from an adverse action (6)
10 Which English king was known as “The Unready” (8)
11 What is a small seal, as in a finger ring (6)
14 Name another term for stellar (6)
17 What might we call an atheist (8)
18 Who “asked for more” (6)
19 To investigate carefully, is to do what (8)
20 What are wild, drunken festivities (6)
21 To be grossly extravagant, is to be what (8)
DOWN
1 Who painted the Last Supper, Leonardo (2,5)
2 What is a printing of a newspaper (7)
3 Which name was adopted by 14 popes (7)
4 What are dishes of beaten eggs, fried, and served folded around other ingredients (7)
5 Who clips sheep as a means of livelihood (7)
6 What is malicious gossip (7)
11 Name a small, hardy pugnacious weaverbird (7)
12 Name the first book of the Old Testament (7)
13 To make a vassal out of someone, is to do what (7)
14 What is an intoxicating, colourless, inflammable liquid (7)
E-QUATIONS
Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.
15 Name another term for news (7)
16 What are the units of electrical current (7)
Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally Some letters are used more than once.
WHICH WORDS
1 BUSS
(a) A mound for archery practice
(b) A playful kiss
(c) The lining of a cylinder in which an axle works
2 CONUNDRUM
(a) An aggregation of towns
(b) A puzzling question
(c) The lily-of-the-valley
BIYWORD
Build it yourself using the clues and each of the twenty-four letters once only to form ten words: five across and five down. A key word (bold clue) builds on the letter set in the grid.
CLUES:
Constrictor (3)
East Asian Summit (3)
Near to the ground (3)
Of the cornea (7)
Prickly seed cases (5)
Representative (5)
Satisfactory (abb) (3)
Small colourful birds (5) Thrust (5) Ute
Solve the crossword. Each answer has four letters.
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Parkes Bowling and Sports Club
- By Marty Tighe
Social Bowls on Thursday
The Horses Birthday was greeted by 28 social Bowlers who enjoyed the 1st day of the last month of winter, bowling in warmer weather with less winter garments last Thursday The triples game featured Ron Hornery, Ian Simpson and Mike Valentine against Noel Johnstone, Bob Freeman and Marty Tighe, which ended up like a practice session for team Valentine. Mike, Ian and Ron were too strong for their opponents, winning by 30 shots to 8. Mark Glasheen drew the lucky straw, partnering with Gary McPhee to record a good win against strong opponents in our visitor, Maureen Brown, and John Wright From the 6 th end, Gary and Mark were not headed, although they withstood several challenges from John and Maureen who bowled very well to draw level on the 16 th end. Gary and Mark consolidated on the next end, and drew away to win the game by 21 shots to 15 Zone idol John Corcoran led for John Ward and Rob Irving in their triples clash against Phil Moran, Rob Tinker and Colin Mudie. The 'Village Mayors' team scored a 6 on the 5 th end, followed up with two consecutive 4 shot ends to put the game out of the reach of Mudies men. Team Irving won the game by 29 shots to 14 Ray Jones and Warren Bevan combined very well producing quality consistent bowls to defeat Al Affleck and Geoff Freeman, by 22 shots to 14 Al and Geoff tried hard all game, however Ray and Warren were too dominant from the first end to the last end. Guy Ellery skipped for Club visitor Geoff Matters against another visitor Bob Brown who skipped for big Jim Blake in a very tightly contested game The scores were level after the 12th end, however Guy and Geoff won the next 3 ends to create a scoring margin of 5 shots. Bob and Jim won 2 of the last 3 ends to get to within 2 shots on the penultimate end. Geoff and Guy scored 2 shots on the last end, winning a good, vocal and interesting game by 19 shots to 15 Dazzling Darryl McKellar and Tony Riordan didn't break out of a canter to record a big win of 34 shots to 17 over Geoff Smith and Cherie Frame. Darryl and Tony scored two 6 shot and two 4 shot ends, which proved too big a hurdle for Geoff and Cherie
Saturday Bowls
Glary blue skies were a welcome sight overhead for the monster roll-up of 40 Bowlers on Saturday Minor Pairs Championship
The second semi-final of the Clubs' Minor Pairs Championship was played on Saturday Geoff Smith and John Wright went head-to-head against the wily pairing of Ian Simpson and Brian Hampton. With an opportunity to play in the Final on offer, Geoff and John soaked up the early nerves to start well, scoring 3 shots on the first end. They kept up the pressure over the next 7 ends, to lead by 9 shots to 5 after the 8 th end. Ian and Brian then clicked into the same gear, to level the scores at 11 each after the 11 th end. They won 3 of the next 4 ends, to lead team Wright by 18 shots to 13 after the 15 th end. Geoff and John remained calm under pressure, taking the lead by 1 shot on the 19 th end. On the big ends on the big occasions, Ian delivered 3 terrific Lead bowls on the 20 th end, resulting in he and Brian scoring 3 shots, to take a lead of 2 shots into the final end. Ians' first bowl on the last end was a resting toucher and, despite the best efforts of a gallant Geoff and John, his first bowl remained in place. Ian bowled out of his skin all match, and Brian was also in terrific touch. They won the semi-final by 23 shots to 20, and now look ahead, advancing as unbackable hot favourites for the Championship final against Mike Valentine and Marty Tighe Major Triples Championship
This years' Major Triples Championship commenced on Saturday with 2 matches played amongst the plethora of Bowlers on the TV green.
As is often the case, the draw can be unkind, and this again proved to be the case for 2 teams who were totally outclassed at the Major level.
Jim Blake, Rob Irving and Colin Mudie matched it for 8 ends with the Championship favourite team of Peter McPhee, Mick Simpson and Brett Frame. The scores were level at 6 shots each after the 8 th end, however team Frame powered away from that point to win thematch by 39 shots to 8.
A similar fate befell Darryl McKellar, Nathan Reynolds and Dave Reilly in their match against Joe Davies, Andrew Reynolds and Mark Fitzalan However, the scores were close for only the first 2 ends Mark, Joe and Andrew were a class above their opponents and handsomely won the match by 31 shots to 9.
The social Bowlers kept an eye on the Championship matches as well as playing their own Bowls. Unfortunately, all but two of the results reflected the same or similar margins as the major triples results. Ron Hornery, Bernie Mitchell and Col Miller were too hot to handle for George Bradley, Bob Freeman and Rod Ford Team Miller won the game by 36 shots to 6.
John Carr, Tony Riordan and Gary McPhee were made to battle hard to enjoy a victory over Maureen Miller, Rob Lacey and Guy Ellery Gary, John and Tony started the game with 5 shots on the first end, and scored another 5 shots on 15 th end to heap the pressure on Guy, Rob and Maureen. Despite those big scoring ends, team Ellery only trailled by 3 shots after the 15 th end. Gary and his men withstood the comeback from Guy, winning enough of the remaining ends to win the game by 31 shots to 23
Ray Jones, John Ward and Marty Tighe suffered a demoralising loss to the skilful trio of mighty Mal Porter, Mike Valentine and Geoff Freeman. John Ward bowled very well for the losing team, but his efforts were in vain, as team Tighe were no match for Geoff and his team, who each bowled very well Team Freeman won the game by 36 shots to 15
The closest social game of the day was the clash between Mark Glasheen, Graham Dixon and Mark Dwyer against Eathan Lacey, Joanne Simpson and Matt Parker In a high scoring game Team Dwyer led from the 2nd end all the way, winning by 25 shots to 22 aided by 6 shots on the 12th end. Matt skipped his team very well
as he and Joanne both encouraged and guided young Eathan in the pressure ends Eathan is displaying great form and will be encouraged by his developing ability and playing with experienced Bowlers. Team Parker levelled the score at 20 shots each on the 17 th end, however Mark and his team won the remaining ends to win a good game of triples bowls.
Parkes Railway Bowling Club
- By Paul Lewin
Hello Bowlers
A whopping 32 players turned out for Social Bowls on Wednesday, July 31 Winners were Nev Kirwan and Jake Brown winning 18+19. Runners Up were Alan Curteis, Marianne Watson and Gene Rapp winning 17+12. Third Place went to Zac Weekes, Glen Weekes and Phil Barnard winning 17+9 Marble 27 came out and the Margins were 5, 7, 9, 12 13 & 19 The Jackpot this week is $107.00.
Another 28 keen players hit the greens on Saturday, August 3 for Social Bowls. Winners were Ray Griffith George Greenhalgh and Marianne Watson winning 17+15. Runners Up were Dave Johnson, Paul Lewin and Alan Affleck winning 15+20. Third Place went to Phil Barnard, Gene Rapp and Marty Fitzpatrick winning 13+5 Men's Pennants
Our Division 3 side hosted Cowra for a 10-0 win, they raised the bat as they hit the century at 10335 win to be top of their pool and will be playing Regional Playoffs
Our Division 4 side travelled to West Dubbo but could only manage a draw on the big board at 50-All and with only one rink win go down 4.5-5.5 to be second in their pool after 4 rounds with a bit of work to do
This week on Sunday, August 11 at 11am our Division 3 side have the Bye and our Division 4 side are at home hosting to Dubbo City in a must win. Teams are on the board at the club Club Championships
The 2024/25 Club Championships nominations are up and will close shortly. Please get your teams sorted and names up to avoid missing out. This week we have Social Bowls on Wednesday, August 7 at 1pm. Social Bowls on Saturday August 10 at 1pm. As always names in half an hour before start times, everyone is welcome and quality new loan bowls are available at the
club
Parkes B & S C Women's Bowls By Lea Orr
A chilly and foggy start to the day, but as the sun fought its way through, we fourteen hardy girls welcomed the warmth and spirits lifted accordingly. The green responded as well, becoming faster as the morning slid by You've done us proud, once again, Ground Control!
In Pennants news, our girls enjoyed a full-points win against Dubbo City on home turf last weekend. Great going, teams! Good luck in Condobolin next Sunday!
The six ladies involved in the triples game on Rink 10 longed for a short end or two, but their leads continued to throw down the gauntlet, and the jack long, keeping everyone busy wiping the sand off bowl after bowl Lynn Merilyn and Kim began slowly and were 9 shots behind Carol, Maureen and Betsy at the halfway mark! A sudden swing in momentum put them equal with their opponents after four more ends It was fitting that the score ended up tied at 14 - all! The two pairs games followed a different script, with one team leading from the get-go on each rink
On Rink 9, Lea and Jan steadily accumulated points, while Fran and Marja found themselves snared on 6 (points), allowing the lead to extend to a difference of 15 before they were able to escape The eventual score, 22 - 10
Following a very similar pattern, Frances and Brenda totted up the points, while luck eluded Lil & Rhona, resulting in them scoring on only a few ends Final score 20 - 9.
Three of the losing players made amends with wins in the 100's club, putting smiles on their dials! Lucky Fran, Marja, Merilyn and Maureen! Great to see a couple of prospective new players out with their coaches in the afternoon sunshine! See you next week? You're very welcome! Next Tuesday, August 13, is Trading Table Day. Bring along a gift to the value of $10 and join in the fun. Non-playing members try to come along!
To play social bowls next Tuesday, call the club, 68621446 between 9 - 9.30 with play at 10am
For $2 you are now able to make yourself a cheese toasty for lunch! Delicious, warm and welcome, thanks to Rhona! Committee meeting after bowls.
Brian Hampton sends a bowl down the green in the minor pairs. Photo by Jenny Kingham.
Top games on the field
LAST home game for Parkes and the weather had come in overcast with a slight breeze and the temperature was dropping to make it cold for the spectators At the start of the game the teams looked fairly even with solid defence and tight running from both forward packs keeping play in the centre of the field. This changed dramatically when Jake Porter, Jake Hutchings and Riley Scott scored a try within a space of 7 minutes Chad Porter converted all three
Play settled again as Hawks rallied but youngster Malakai Folau was given room out wide and with his strength and speed scored on the 20 minute mark, he is a player with untapped resources Chad Porter 10 minutes later scored one of his darting individual tries Porter converted both tries giving Parkes a very handy lead of 30 to 0 at half time The Spacemen came back onto the paddock in control. In the second set from the restart Jacob Smede scored and makes it look easy Porter converts Parkes 36 Hawks 0. Hawks are trying everything and almost get the ball back from a short kick on the restartbutknockedon.Ascrum to Parkes and Sam Dwyer almost threaded his way into a gap where disparate defence pulled him down Parkes worked the same side and this gave Malakai Folau room and he ran unimpeded for 30 metres to score mid field again Porter
converted Parkes 42 Hawks 0. The flood gates were open and Hawks were desperately trying to close them Their team talk behind the posts is what footy is about although down they were picking each other up Spacemen Jacob Smede, Malakai Folau, Jake Porter and Fiohira Fainga'a with a 75 metre run were not deterred and scored a try a piece Chad Porter converted three of these four tries The game was stopped on the 78th minute as Parkes Spacemen 64 were leading Orange Hawks 0. A position a lot of players have been in at one time or another. Malakai Folau was outstanding in attack with 3 tries and he was well supported on the day by a very aggressive defensive Spacemen outfit. Parkes need to keep this form up as they play Dubbo Macquarie this Sunday August 11 at Apex Oval 2pm Go the Spacemen.
Reserve Grade
First try of the day created a stir from the Parkes spectators as the kick through by Hawks went over the dead ball line and while in the air was raked back then the ball was grounded by Hawks player who looked like he was on the dead ball line The referees were Johnny on the spot and called a try. From the side line you could hear Jimmy Clyburn tell his boys to play to the whistle taking a bit of angst out of the atmosphere. Defence from both side was impressive and
although both sides made errors they worked hard to atone for this Parkes kept at Hawks and were rewarded with a try to #3 Watisoni Druma in the left hand corner Mitch Hutching converted and at half time Parkes 6 leading Orange 4. Second half resumed and 5 minutes in Hawks front row barges over for a try conversion successful Hawks 10 Parkes 6. Jimmy Clyburn inspires Parkes with a bone jarring run and 16 minutes into
half Troy Powell goes in for a try, Mitch Hutchings converts goal Parkes 12 Hawks 10. Close game and it can be anybody's Hawks started to put a few sets together and were rewarded with a try, conversion successful Hawks take the lead 16 to 12. Penalties were being handed out as both sides were not playing controlled league 5 minutes to full time Hawks were tackled over the line and were held up Parkes managed to keep them out and
then put it together for a set 4 minutes from full time with Watisoni Druma scoring his second try out wide conversion was unsuccessful scores locked 16 all. From the kick off Parkes knock on, the ball was thrown away by Parkes giving Hawks a penalty 20 metres in front of the posts. Hawks #7 kicks the penalty giving Hawks the game Parkes Spacemen 16 defeated by Orange Hawks 18.
Under 18's
Hawks 40 defeated Parkes 10 in a defensive game for Parkes with Oliver Thomas and Toby Cox working hard in the forwards.
Ladies PMP Blues Tag Spacecats played a good game on Sunday but were outclassed by Orange Hawks and Parkes unfortunately came away with a loss from a very entertaining game of tag. Final Score Parkes Spacecats 10 defeated by Orange Hawks 18.
Magnificent weather on course
VETS GOLF
Parkes hosted it's round of the Lachlan Valley District Veterans golfers on August 1 in magnificent weather conditions with 45 players taking to the Parkes course
The playing conditions matched the weather with the greenkeepers out early to roll the greens just to keep the players on their toes
The winner in A grade it was the wily fox Jeff Haley from Forbes who posted a 37 haul.
It was a bit like the 100m swimmers, where Jeff went out with three pars in the front nine to get some points in then just even powered the second 9 with a couple of pars and bogeys only, to utilise his 15 handicap to build to 37.
Jeff defeated Greg Webb who had 3 doubles bogeys on
the front 9 which hindered his point gathering and he pulled up 1 point in arrears.
In B grade, the player they all feared, Steve Edwards from Bogan Gate, was too good again as he amassed a 38 point bag that contained a birdie on the 9th and a couple of pars on the back 9.
Steve finished in front of the ever present Les Little who had a promising 46 off the stick on the front 9 but wilted on the back to only compile a 50.
There is no truth to the story it was the scones and cream that enhanced the front 9 score. The ball sweep went down to 31 points.
The Nearest The Pins were -Barrie Toms, Condobolin, in A grade on the 4th and Ross Williams, Forbes in the B grade on the 4th John Mayberry, West Wyalong, A
grade on the 11th and Steve Grace, West Wyalong, in B Grade on the 11th
In the G. Coles and M. Miller Shield Forbes with 116 were successful on the day from Parkes 100, West Wyalong 99, Grenfell 87 and Condobolin 76.
Club representation on the day was - Forbes 18, Parkes 13, West Wyalong 6, Grenfell and Condobolin 3 and there were 2 visitors.
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Parkes hosted it's round of the Lachlan Valley District Veterans golfers on August 1 in magnificent weather conditions Image by Jenny Kingham.
Malakai Folau crosses the try-line for his third in the first grade win. Picture by Alan McDonald
Juniors achieving results
U10S Central West Funerals/ Cambridge Hotel and Blue Heeler Storage/Terry Bors Parkes U10s played Condobolin for the 2024 Malcolm Buerckner Memorial Trophy. Both teams played extremely well and put on a great show with Parkes being the winners of the day.
Parkes Marist Junior Rugby League would like to say a special thank you to Debbie, Sonia, Matthew, Eli and Jason for joining us to celebrate the Memorial Day this year
U12s
Dirt Drs/Sullivan's Mining and Industrial U12's boys had an outstanding game on Saturday against Condobolin, and despite a couple of injuries they well and truly managed a confident win of 18-0. Each try was a testament to their hard work, individual talents and also shows their collective growth and potential as a team Their defence was equally impressive, maintaining composure and shutting down any attempts by the opposition to penetrate their lines Early in the game, Tyson Smith had a great chase of one of the Condo boys, bringing him down in a great tackle There were some great attacking runs from Billy White, Nayte Reeves, and Harvey O'Keefe Solid runs by our big boys Jaylen Richardson, Flynn Oram and Isaac Tillman kept Condobolin on their toes Harry Oram had fab day on the field, finishing off tackles and taking the ball on the full, from Condos kick Jaylen set up a great ball, for Harry to be able to go over the line and score.
U14LT Blue
Sullivan's Mining and Industrial/Steve Magill Earthmoving U14LT Blue played on a beautiful day for football at home, the team took on Condobolin's formi-
dable Blue and Gold teams
Despite their best efforts, Parkes suffered defeats in both games, with final scores of 0-34 against Condobolin Blue and 0-38 against Condobolin Gold. Condobolin's exceptional defence highlighted why they are among the top eight on the ladder
After a home game against Parkes White on Friday night, the developing Parkes Blue side had plenty of time to implement strategies practised during training. Their efforts on the field were commendable, with several standout performances: Aliza Roberts demonstrated exceptional tagging and body diving skills, securing bombs from Condobolin and delivering strategic grubber kicks with potential scoring opportunities Layla Kupkee played half-back and excelled in tagging most opposing players who broke through Park-
es's defence, along with Luca Barnes, effectively chasing down opponents Shelby Skerman made a significant impact in an attack by breaking through the Condobolin Gold line, running half the field's length, and securing crucial defensive tags
Mary Gray, Maya Roffe, Shae-Lee Lord, and Bryanna Moore applied relentless pressure on the wings, forcing errors from Condobolin and securing tags on their line Eva Mulligan, Scarlett Lawryk, and Holland Tanswell played consistently in the centre, gaining meters and defending the line with determination. Ellsie Tomlinson, Jorja Hetherington, and Daisy Rice all varied the Parkes attack, creating scoring opportunities that were ultimately thwarted by Condobolin's swift tagging.
The Parkes Blue U14LT team has shown remarkable
improvement throughout the season. Holding Condobolin Gold to 38 points in this game marks a significant advancement compared to their previous encounter. Although short on points, the team has had ample opportunities to practice and refine their skills through extensive game time this year Special thanks to coaches Stacey Milne and Bobbie Fliedner for their time and expertise this season. Their commitment to coaching two teams has been instrumental in developing a solid pipeline of players for the future Spacecats
U14LT White
Bob Skinner Painting and Decorating/Steve Magill Earthmoving U14LT White girls had to play 2 games against Condobolin on Saturday and did so confidently, coming away with a win in both games Piper White had
an outstanding game with some amazing attempts at conversions, from way out wide, and also ran a lot of miles on the field. There was a great moment between cousins- Piper and Emily White, seeing a great draw and pass from Piper to put Emily over for a try in the corner There was a solid effort from every player on the team over the 2 games, with precision passing allowing them to dominate from start to finish. In both games they maintained their composure and executed their game plan flawlessly, completing sets and defending consistently. Chelsey Norris, Myla Rose Studdert, Miley Duff and Ayesha Carruthers showed great effort and teamwork. Katie and Ruby Galvin also played tremendously in both games Emma Hando, Miley Nash, Corby Fliedner and Charli Milne
were consistently strong in their positions Kelsey Finnegan, Kasey Morgan, Hayley O'Malley and Grace Fernando played their part on the field to perfection, with great positions in defence and attack. Ruby Heraghty played great until rolling her ankle
Game One Parkes 20-10
Game Two Parkes 32-0 U14s
Sports Power/Parkes Ready Mix Concrete U14s won 40-20. Try scorers were Kye Kinsela (1), Khan Jackson (3), Chayse Barrett (1), Max MacGregor (1), and Tyson Gustowski (1). Chayse Barrett converting six goals U16s
Brian Collins Smash Repairs/Agriwest U16s won 56-12 against Condobolin in a great day of footy playing in memory of their mate Trevor Ross For 16 of these boys this was their last home game at Pioneer Oval as juniors. For some of these boys it has been home for the last 12 years. The club thanks you and is proud of you all. Tries were scored by Triston Ross (1), Sonny MacGregor (2), Riley Cronin (1), Oakley Fliedner (2), Taj Lovett (1), Lachlan Thomas (1), and George Thomas (2) all scoring throughout the game Lachlan Thomas kicking 8/8 conversions U17LT Parkes Services Club/ Blue Heeler Storage U17LT won 36-10. Kailen Butt scoring two tries, while Grace MacGregor, Malia Morrison, Chloe Budd, Joan Carolan, and Grace Milne all adding points to the score board. Kailen Butt and Grace Milne both kicked two goals each Parkes will travel this weekend on Saturday, August 10 as they take on Cabonne
PMJRL Club would like to thank all their sponsors and volunteers for all their support this year
Devastation for Mariah and Hockeyroos
■ From page 20
In the Hockeyroos' last pool match against Spain, Mariah was off to a flying start like she could hear the Parkes hockey clubhouse from Paris. In the first two minutes of the match Mariah beat two defenders and sent a flying cross to striker Alice Arnott who opened the scoring. With less than five minutes remaining in the game the score was 2-1 and the Hockeyroos knew they had to win by two points in order to stay on top of their pool ladder
By claiming the top spot
in their pool the Hockeyroos would draw a more favourable opponent out of Pool A. Both teams were short one player due to yellow cards. Spain decided to take their goalie off and add another field player in hopes they would be able to level the score. However, the Hockeyroos saw the opportunity to score an open goal and took it, claiming their third goal of the game and securing their position on the pool ladder.
"I feel like the heavens opened from above when Spain took off their keeper," Mariah Williams said in an
interview post-match
Devastation then struck the Hockeyroos in their quarter-final match against
China after multiple controversial calls during the match The Hockeyroos were off to an amazing start with
the Australian team opening the scoring in the 10th minute off a penalty corner China responded a minute later, levelling the score.
The Hockeyroos' Olympic campaign was on the line in the third quarter as China skilfully scored in the second quarter and another in the third quarter off a rebound shot from a penalty corner
The Hockeyroos then earnt three penalty corners in the final minutes of the third quarter and were lucky to achieve a result off of the third penalty corner
In the first minutes of the
fourth quarter the Australian team knew they had to score again to keep their Olympic dreams alive putting enormous pressure on the Chinese team The Australian team then earnt four consecutive penalty corners but unfortunately could not find the back of the net resulting in a devastating loss of 3-2. Parkes hockey and the whole Parkes community are immensely proud of Mariah and her achievements over the course of her 2024 Olympic campaign and can't wait to see her back in action. – MADELINE BLACKSTOCK
U10s Parkes and Condobolin playing for the Malcom Buerckner Memorial Trophy Photo by Jenny Kingham
Mariah Williams during the Women's hockey Quarterfinal match against China. (AAP Image/Dave Hunt)
# SPORT
Well done Mariah
BY MADELINE BLACKSTOCK
MEMBERS of Parkes Hockey gathered on Saturday night to cheer on local girl Mariah Williams and the Hockeyroos in their last pool game against Spain.
Mariah and the Hockeyroos maintained an unbeatable run throughout their pool games but fell short in their quarter final against China resulting in a 2-3 loss.
This is the third straight exit the Hockeyroos have had in the quarter-finals of the Olympic Games This ranks Australia fifth in the 2024 Paris Olympics and is the fifth time the Hockeyroos have placed fifth at the Olympics over the last six games
Despite their devastating loss against China the team were unbeatable in their pool games resulting in four wins and one draw The team
won against South Africa 21, Great Britain 4-0 and the United States 3-0
After recording these three wins and earning a spot in the quarter finals the team had the confidence to go up against world ranked number two side, Argentina.
The game saw Argentina leading 2-0 at half time but when the Hockeyroos returned to the pitch they were determined to even the score
ending the third quarter 2 all.
The world number two side did not like this upset, scoring again with 10 minutes remaining.
With seconds remaining the Hockeyroos earnt a penalty corner in a last attempt to save their unbeatable run.
Mariah levelled the score which secured Australia the top spot in Pool B.
The team then went on to play their last pool game
against Spain winning 3-1.
Mariah has been an asset to the Hockeyroos side being a major assist in some very valuable goals for the team during their Olympic campaign
In their first match of the Olympics against South Africa, Mariah had a fantastic run 15 seconds into the second quarter passing to teammate Steph Kershaw who drove the baseline before striking
with a backhand tomahawk Grace Steward then beat the keeper with a deflection to level the score and giving the team the confidence to then go on and win the game
Mariah had many attempts on goal in their match against the United States but was unlucky not to have any results Mariah was also penalised with a green card in this match
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PARKES HARNESS RACING CLUB
are racing again this coming Friday night 9th August 2024.
We have 8 races scheduled with the first race to statr at 6.17pm.
Gates will open to the public at 5.30pm with free entry to all.
Parkes hockey members were cheering on local girl Mariah Williams on Saturday night as she played with the Hockeyroos in their last pool game against Spain.