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Gala Ball to mark 100 years 2025 is a golden year for our Tullamore Show as its committee, supporters and residents celebrate its centenary.

And they’re kicking-off the celebration early and in style.

Tullamore is marking this major milestone of 100 years of its local show with a Centenary Gala Ball.

It will be held this June long weekend on Saturday, 7 June at the Tullamore Hall, with doors opening at 6.30pm.

Tullamore Show president Wayne McMahon extends a warm invitation to all in the Parkes Shire and beyond.

“As we celebrate 100 incredible years of the Tullamore Show, I invite you to join us for a special evening at the Tullamore Centenary Show Gala Ball,” he said.

“This milestone event is the result of outstanding dedication from our volunteers, whose tireless efforts have brought this celebration to life.

“It’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our past and look forward to the future of our show and community.”

The gala ball is a black-tie, over 18 and BYO event.

It will feature live music by crowd favourite Foxxy Cleopatra, a showgirl memorabilia display, art auctions and raffles.

Tickets are $50 and can be purchased online at ■ Continued on page 2

$2.20 inc GST

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Brothers make history in hockey

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Michelle Lensson, Jeromie Fitzpatrick, Erik Lensson, Ben Stead and Erin Freeman.

Alliance forms to voice concerns

BY CHRISTINE LITTLE AN ENERGY from Waste plant has been proposed for Parkes and a group of professionals, farmers and business owners have formed an alliance to make sure the community hears both sides of the issue.

They’re called the Parkes Clean Future Alliance (PCFA) and they are actively raising concerns and researching the impacts and risks such a facility could have on human health, the environment and Parkes’ food and agriculture indus-

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tries.

Plans to burn 600,000 tonnes of Sydney’s rubbish each year in a facility in Parkes to produce electricity, heat and steam were officially released in March by appointed developers Parkes Energy Recovery.

The development is proposed to be located within the NSW Government’s Parkes Special Activation Precinct (SAP), west of the township.

“We formed mainly from the community being in such shock,” PCFA committee member Ben Stead said.

“It was a shock of the magnitude of this facility and the impact it was going to have on a town,” added a fellow member who requested to remain anonymous.

Ben reached out to everyone he could find when the proposal was announced, including getting in touch with people who were affected by similar projects in Narromine, Lithgow and Sydney, and environmental health activist of more than 25 years Jane Bremmer.

A coffee shop meeting was organised among those interested in forming a group.

“Then we needed people. We also formed an association,” Ben said.

At the same time, a petition urging Parkes Shire Council to reject the proposal began circling the community.

Ben said it’s close to 4000 signatures now, the total online and on paper.

PCFA’s committee of 12 people includes environmental scientists, engineers, accountants, multigenerational farmers, business owners, teachers, a town planner and some with law backgrounds.

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HOTSHOT: FEELING A LITTLE FOGGY AFTER THE RAIN

Celebrate 100 years of Tullamore Show ■ From page 1.

A little fog landed on the town after a nice soaking of 21mm on Monday night.

A little fog draped over the township of Parkes after it received 21mm of rain in six hours at the airport on Monday night.

Thanks to Jubilee Street resident Bill Jayet for capturing the beautiful scene the next morning, facing east.

The wet weather has certainly been needed these past few weeks as the region suffers from dry conditions.

Parkes only had four days of rain in May, between 22-28 May,

amounting to 33.6mm in total.

According to the Bureau of Meteorology, Parkes received the least amount compared to our neighbours, who over the last 10 days of May (22-31 May) saw 68.2mm in Young, 50.4 in Cowra, 44.9 in Grenfell and 34.2mm in Forbes.

It was much of the same compared to May in Parkes last year which recorded 35.6mm.

But Parkes this year was 11mm under its long term monthly av-

PHOTO: Bill Jayet

erage for May (44.6).

Parkes' rain gauges collected 48.2mm over April, the bulk of that also coming at the end of the month during that big downpour of 41.4mm overnight on 27 April.

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WHAT’S ON in and around Parkes MOCK CRASH AUDITIONS Thursday, 5 June

Calling all aspiring young actors from across the region, mock crash auditions for 2025 will be held at the Parkes SES Shed located in Clarke Street from 5pm to 8pm. You must be 16 or over to take part. You must register to attend by calling our Road Safety Officer Melanie Suitor on 6861 2364 or email melanie.suitor@parkes.nsw.gov.au

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paverpol and Dirty Gloves plants and artist in residence Nathan Wright exhibiting upstairs with his paper/stamp/thumbprint artworks.

Refreshments will be available at both venues and the Country Craft Information Centre will have gifts, hand-made by local community members available for purchase. Visit Peak Hill for a weekend full of art.

PARKES PICNIC RACES Saturday, 7 June

Are you ready for the 2025 Parkes Picnic Races? Immerse yourself in the excitement of The Adult Survivors of Child Abuse - Cowra thrilling races and top-notch entertainment Support Group meets on the first Friday of by talented band Easy Goin. Don’t forget the each month from 12.30pm to 2.30pm and is dazzling display of Fashions on the Field. open to survivors of all communities. All details online via: heal.itmatters.com.au. Alter- TULLAMORE CENTENARY natively, call Pascale, the facilitator, on 0458 SHOW GALA 698 460.

Saturday, 7 June Help celebrate 100 years of the Tullamore Show at their Centenary Gala at the TullamBOGAN GATE HALL MARKETS ore Memorial Hall. Early bird tickets are on Saturday, 7 June The Bogan Gate Community Memorial Hall sale now at 123tix.com. This is a 18 years plus Markets will be held from 8am to 1pm. There black tie event. Bring your own drinks and will be handmade goodies, vintage finds, nibbles and enjoy music by Foxxy Cleopatra. plants, a cake stall, candles, jewellery, face This will be a night to remember, so get your paint and much more. Make sure to check it tickets early. out.

PEAK HILL ARTS AND CRAFT EXHIBITION Saturday and Sunday, 7-8 June

Peak Hill’s 52nd Annual Arts and Craft Exhibition will be held on the June long weekend. There will be works on display and demonstrations in junk journaling, crochet, patchwork fabrics and kits, embroidered reading cushions, bird houses and suncatchers and featuring artists in residence Jasmine Cole’s bright water colours at the Peak Hill Leisure Arts and Craft Centre. At The Carrington there will be mosaics, photography,

PARKES YARD DOG TRIALS 14 and 15 June

From 7.30am dogs from around NSW will be rounding up sheep at the Parkes Showground. Free entry for spectators to watch six categories including maiden, novice, junior, improver, local and open. There will be a coffee van on sight each morning as well as a barbeque run by Parkes Headquarters RFS available on both days.

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123tix.com, Casho’s in Tullamore or at the door on the night.

Organisers extend their heartfelt thanks to Parkes Shire Council, the event’s major sponsor, for their generous support.

Tullamore is the first cab off the rank in the Parkes Shire’s monthlong show circuit. This year’s show will be held on Friday and Saturday, 8 and 9 August.

Certainly 100 years is no small feat for a show, especially in a town with just 370 people.

And in its centenary year, the Tullamore Show Society is in the running for a 2025 AgShows NSW award.

Tullamore is one of four nominees for the AgShows NSW Resilience Award.

The Resilience Award honours show societies that have demonstrated exceptional perseverance and adaptability in overcoming challenges during the past 12 months.

These societies have shown remarkable strength and commitment to their communities, ensuring the spirit of agricultural shows continues to thrive.

Tullamore has been named a finalist in this category alongside Gunning Show Society, Orange Show Society and Coffs Harbour Show Society.

The 2025 AgShows NSW Excellence Awards and Gala Dinner will take place on Saturday, 21 June at the Armidale Ex-Services Club.

Here the NSW show community will celebrate the winners of the Rising Star, Living Legend, Innovation – Event/Project, Innovation Technology and Resilience Awards.

munity screening of Just a Farmer at the tling action. Doors open 6.30pm, show starts Parkes Little Theatre. This special screening at 7pm. Tickets at events.humanitix.com. of a powerful Australian film will be screening for two nights with both starting at 7pm. FROST AND FIRE Tickets are available now for $15 at 123tix.

Saturday, 21 June Country rock artists the Wolfe Brothers, Ripley Alexander and the Baker Boys headline BREASTSCREEN VAN an incredible night’s entertainment for this Friday, 20 June to 14 August The BreastScreen mobile van returns to annual festival. Cosy up by toasty fire buckParkes, in the Little Theatre car park on the ets, indulge in hearty treats from our food corner of Dalton Street and Bogan Street, trucks, and savour boutique brews while befor two months. Hours of operation will be ing serenaded by internationally recognised 8.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday during this Australian music acts on the main stage. time. Take advantage of the opportunity and Tickets now online through 123tix.com.au get yourself checked. Call 13 20 50 to book an appointment or visit the website breast- PARKES CHRISITIAN SCHOOL’S screen.nsw.gov.au.

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WRESTLING SUPERSHOW Saturday, 21 June

Head down to the Parkes Leagues Club to see the Australian Wrestling Superstars put it all on the line in a bone-crunching, bodyParkes Show Society will be holding a comslamming, high-flying night of live pro wres-

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Parkes Christian School’s newest production is Mary Poppins and it is shaping up to be a production not to miss. Evening shows will be held from 26 and 28 June with the matinee being held on June 29. Tickets at 123Tix.

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New ‘halo’ sculpture on bypass lifted into place piece by piece PARKES motorists will have noticed some activity taking shape on the bypass roundabout at Condobolin Road.

A new “halo” sculpture is being installed in its centre and movement around the roundabout may be a little restricted.

It’s all part of the $287 million Parkes Bypass project, of which a number of areas crews are still working on.

A 100-tonne crane arrived on-site on Monday to lift into place the columns, frame, panels and a 12-metre flagpole that will form the sculpture.

Designs show coloured, galvanised steel panels will be mounted on columns in a ring shape, giving the appearance of a halo of colour.

A 12-metre flagpole in the centre will allow Council to advertise local events.

Yellows, orange and pinks fill face the northern side of the roundabout and greens, blues and purples facing the south.

Transport for NSW has worked with Parkes Shire Council on this statement piece at the western entry into Parkes to encourage visitors into the town.

After the structure has been erected, irrigation

and solar lighting will be installed and landscaping will take place.

The installation is expected to take four weeks to complete, weather permitting, and there will be some changes to traffic conditions at the roundabout during this time.

Work hours will be 7am to 6pm from Monday to Friday and 8am to 6pm on Saturday.

Changed traffic conditions may include temporary lane closures, intermittent stopping and reduced speed limits, which may impact travel times.

Transport for NSW asks drivers to drive to the conditions and follow the instructions of signs and traffic control, and thanks them for their patience.

The northern and southern entries of the Newell Highway into Parkes remain closed as crews work to connect them to the bypass.

These were closed on 15 April when traffic moved onto the new 10.5km section of the highway.

Drivers headed in and out of town from the highway have been travelling down Condobolin Road, London Road or around Hartigan Avenue.

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THE NEW “HALO” SCULPTURE BEING INSTALLED IN THE CENTRE OF THE PARKES BYPASS ROUNDABOUT WAS ALREADY WELL PROGRESSED ON MONDAY MORNING.

Police investigate farm trespass, theft from business A MAN will face court charged with firearm and property-related offences after police were called to an alleged trespasser at a rural property.

A farm worker found an unknown person on the property at Paytens Bridge, south-east of Forbes, when he went to a shed to investigate a small fire about midday on Monday.

When he noticed a rifle nearby, he contacted police who attended and made an arrest, a NSW Police statement issued to media on Monday said.

During a search of the shed and surrounding area, police allegedly

located two motor vehicles that were not associated with the property.

A Toyota Hilux utility was identified as being allegedly stolen from a break, enter and steal offence at Garema about Thursday, 29 May, along with a quantity of power tools.

Police also located a quantity of .22 calibre ammunition inside the utility.

During a search of a second vehicle, a Holden Commodore utility, police found a car fridge which was allegedly stolen from a neighbouring property.

Police also located four firearms

Police NEWS in a nearby silo, a heavy-duty trailer and an Ag motorcycle, which police believe to be stolen or otherwise unlawfully obtained.

The man was taken to Parkes Police Station where he was charged with 13 offences including enter building/land with intent to commit

an indictable offence, possess unauthorised firearm (five counts), possess more than three unregistered firearms without a licence, goods in custody (three counts) and possess ammunition without a permit, possess prohibited drug (two counts).

He was refused bail to appear at Orange Local Court on Tuesday.

POLICE APPEAL FOR INFORMATION AFTER THEFT FROM BUSINESS Police are appealing to the public for more information on a break and enter that occurred last year at a business in Parkes.

Officers attached to Central West Police District received the report of the break-in at the business in Hartigan Avenue between Friday, 27 December last year and Wednesday, 1 January.

In a new appeal issued to media this week, police said five domestic air conditioners to the value of more than $12,000 were reported stolen at the time.

As inquiries continue, anyone with information or dash cam vision about this incident is urged to contact Parkes Police Station on 6862 9999 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Donato: Concerns on facility The work behind ‘must not be dismissed’ PCFA so far

STATE Member for Orange Phil Donato has taken the fight against a proposal to build an Energy from Waste plant in Parkes to Parliament House.

He says there are residents in the town who have legitimate concerns about the facility and its potential impacts on health and the environment, and they “must not be dismissed”.

Mr Donato delivered a five minute speech on the issue during the Private Members’ Statements session in NSW Parliament on 28 May. “It is nature and right that the public seeks to understand the impacts, the benefits and the potential risks from any proposed Energy from Waste infrastructure,” he said.

“My office has taken receipt of a number of emails and phone calls regarding the proposal, some in favour and some against.

“Transparency, rigorous assessment and ongoing community consultation are critical for any development and as an elected representative I owe it to the communities I represent to get all the facts, listen carefully and make decisions which is supported by both science and social responsibility.”

If the project is approved, Mr

ity,” he said.

“Residents of Parkes have raised legitimate questions about air quality, emissions control and long-term safety of the Energy from Waste plant being proposed for the Parkes Special Activation Precinct.

“These concerns must not be dismissed - they must be thoroughly addressed through the planning and environmental assessment processes.

“If I am not satisfied the most stringent of emissions and pollutions standards can be met and maintained, I won’t be supporting it, plain and simple.

“The consultation and planning processes cannot be rushed, and if after balanced and informed consideration the Parkes community decide they do not want an energy from waste plant it in their backyard - then their wishes need to be respected by the state.”

Mr Donato said he is continuing the dialogue with the office of the Minister for the Environment PenOrange MP Phil Donato attended the Energy from Waste community ny Sharpe MLC, seeking to have an drop-in sessions in Parkes during April. Here he is speaking with Parkes EPA-led community consultation Energy Recovery representative Amy Watson.

PHOTO: Supplied process to assist Parkes residents Donato said, it will reduce pres- and steam, and create skilled local with questions they may have regarding the health and environsure on Sydney’s landfills, that are jobs “But with opportunity must mental aspects of the proposed expected to run out of space by 2030, while also providing energy come assurances and accountabil- facility.

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They’re also receiving assistance from a bio chemist, chemical engineer and other scientists, and some in law enforcement.

The group’s social media following is much bigger - the Parkes Clean Future Alliance Facebook page now has 2200 members.

PCFA said they’re also shocked at what they described as an “extreme lack of communication” regarding the proposal prior to the March 24 announcement.

PCFA believes very little had been done in the years leading up to this to inform and engage with the Parkes community, when the SAP was being established, and that many people weren’t aware an Energy from Waste facility was being considered for Parkes.

While others who knew about it previously, understood the precinct was going to be an environmental park.

The group conducted a survey not long after the announcement and 79 per cent of its 420 participants (332 people) said they weren’t aware the facility was proposed for Parkes. Twenty-one per cent (88) said they did.

When the masterplan for the SAP was released and later finalised in June 2020, the SAP was divided into six sub precincts - one of them being a Resource Recovery and Recycling sub precinct.

An Energy from Waste facility was not listed in its description that reads “this area is ideally placed to receive and re-process waste and resources, championing circular economy principles”.

PCFA’s Facebook group acts as a virtual community town hall, they said, which is their goal - a public forum for the Parkes community to share their research, questions and concerns regarding Energy

from Waste incineration.

The committee itself is spending weeks researching and referencing information before they put it out to the community.

“We want to approach this very professionally, we don’t want misinformation, everything is thoroughly checked,” Ben said.

“If it’s not substantiated it comes down - we want to keep it accurate and maintain credibility.”

“We don’t want to change people’s view, we want to give them a balanced view so they can make their own decision,” the committee member said.

“It’s not fair when it has such a huge impact on the town.”

The group said they would like to see more representation from Council.

They acknowledged the proposed Energy from Waste incinerator is a NSW Government project and that Council does not have the final say in its approval.

“However this does not mean they are powerless,” Ben said.

PCFA wants to work with Council, know where councillors stand on the proposal and are asking them to “stand beside them”.

Parkes Shire Mayor Neil Westcott penned a letter to the community days after the March announcement and promised residents that if there was any possibility of contamination or harm to human health and the environment, and if there was no real time monitoring of emissions, then he and Parkes Shire Council would be saying no to the proposal.

PCFA organised a closed meeting between Council and Ms Bremmer, and an online event with the community hosted by Mike Whitney, who has joined the fight against waste incinerators.

Also in the works is a town in-

Among the signs, posters and painted shipping containers opposing an Energy from Waste facility being built in Parkes, is a new billboard along the Newell Highway as you approach Parkes from Dubbo. formation night with independent scientists, doctors and other groups.

“We don’t want to be against Council, we don’t want to do this but we’re doing what Council should have already done as our elected representatives,” committee member Jeromie Fitzpatrick said.

“We are getting an overwhelming number of people telling us they’re going to leave town if this goes ahead,” said the committee member.

“We all love Parkes and we don’t want to leave. .. But people just aren’t going to risk it.”

PCFA’s survey revealed that 63 farmers, 43 health and aged care workers and 39 educators indicated they would move away from Parkes as a precautionary measure.

“We have a dysfunctional healthcare system in Parkes as it is,” another member Erik Lensson said.

“This is putting people in genuine distress,” the committee member said.

IT’S been two months since the Parkes Clean Future Alliance (PCFA) formed in response to a proposal to build an Energy from Waste facility in Parkes.

The group has shared with its followers and the community the work they have done so far in raising awareness and advocating on behalf of those who oppose the project.

They have: ■ Collected almost 4000 signatures (total online and paper petition).

■ Raised almost $7000 towards an awareness campaign, and funds for legal challenges and scientific studies so they can provide a submission for the Environmental Impact Statement for the Parkes proposal.

■ Launched a survey to understand how the community feels about the proposed development.

■ Arranged a meeting for Parkes Shire Council with Jane Bremmer, Chair of Toxics Free Australia.

■ Met with politician Jacqui Lambie’s team who PCFA says are investigating avenues for objections.

■ Signage is around town to raise awareness and spark conversation.

■ Greens MP Sue Higginson’s office has responded to their concerns about the proposed Energy from Waste facility planned for Parkes. Dr Amanda Cohn, who holds the waste portfolio for the NSW Greens, has joined the conversation and will be working with them to “push back” on the proposal. Planning is underway for a meeting to coordinate efforts.

■ Contacted several major nongovernmental organisations, including Transparency International Australia, Australian Conservation Foundation, GetUp, The Australia Institute and Civil Liberties Australia.

■ Written to surrounding councils of Forbes, Lachlan, Cabonne, Narromine, and Dubbo and sent formal correspondence to Landcare Australia, The Murray darling Basin Authority, Aboriginal Land councils across the region, and The Environmental Defenders Office.

■ Met with State Member for Orange Phil Donato to request he table a parliamentary petition as their local State Member.

■ Had what they described as a positive meeting with NSW Farmers. PCFA said a motion to advocate for its members against Energy from Waste will be put forward to the NSW Farmers State Conference.

■ Sat down with Wiradjuri Elders and representatives.

■ Door-dropping pamphlets across Parkes to keep locals informed.

■ Connected with communities around Australia and overseas who’ve faced similar projects.

■ Held their first event for the community in April, an online session hosted by Mike Whitney.

■ In the midst of arranging a second community event with independent experts.

■ Launched a website and social media platforms to raise awareness and provide researched, unbiased information to the community.

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New medical centre in CBD AT THE official opening of Parkes’ newest Medical Centre, Twin Green Healthcare, it was evident that community is at the forefront of the practice.

Inviting community members and representatives to mark the significant milestone for the community, Twin Green healthcare were pleased to be joing with Parkes Shire Mayor Neil Westcott, Deputy Mayor Marg Applebee, general manager Kent Boyd, Ken Keith OAM, Dr Saranya Parthiban, Rose Charndran, Tony Dwyer David Bicket, Matthew Hunter and Karen Ritchie.

Practice Manager, Prash Saras, expressed his enthusiasm, saying “this facility represents our commitment to providing timely and quality healthcare to the residents of Parkes.

“It’s a testament to our dedication to the wellbeing our our community.”

Twin Green Healthcare emerges to reinforce community trust, especially in light of the ongoing challenges faced by regional health services.

The centre offers a comprehensive range of services including chronic disease management, travel medicine, mental health care, family planning, immunisations and both men’s and women’s health services.

Deputy mayor Marg Applebee highlighted the centre’s significance.

“In a time when regional healthcare is under immense pressure, the opening of Twin Green Healthcare is a proactive step towards addressing the needs of our growing population,” she said.

Dr Saranya has been one of

the many supportive people in Parkes in regards to the new medical practice.

Dr Saranya has been serving the community over the past eight years and intends to continue practicing at Ochre Health Medical Centre.

Having been part of period of dire doctor shortage in town she said, “we need more doctors in our community to foster GP well being in the long run and in turn ensure timely GP appointments to all members of the community.”

“The community has always been very welcoming of doctors and appreciative of the services.

“The community deserves continuity of care and shorter wait times for GP appointments.”

Prash emphasised the centre’s patient-centric approach stating that Twin Green Healthcare’s goal is to work towards ensuring that every individual in Parkes has access to quality medical services without the need to travel long distances.

“We’re here to serve our community with dedication and compassion,” he said and also stated that this is a humble beginning and the team strives to provide the much needed ongoing healthcare services for all.

The establishment of Twin Green Healthcare aligns with the broader vision of enhancing healthcare infrastructure in Parkes.

Mayor Westcott and Deputy Mayor Applebee have been vocal advocates for improved medical services, recently engaging with state health officials to address the pressing issue of maternity services in the region.

Standing: Dr Madie, Rose Chandran, Dr Saranya Parthiban, Emma Suringa, Mr Prashanth Saras, David Picket, Matthew Hunter, Tony Dwyer and Karen Ritchie. Seated: General Manager Kent Boyd, Mayor Neil Westcott, Ken Keith and Deputy Mayor Marg Applebee.

PHOTO: Madeline Blackstock Twin Green Healthcare is open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5pm.

For appointments or more information, residents can contact the centre at (02) 6865 5112 or visit their website at twingreenhealthcare.com.au PICTURED RIGHT: Dr Saranya Parthiban, Mayor Neil Westcott, Parkes Shire Council general manager Kent Boyd cutting the cake, Prashanth Saras, Rose Chandran and Dr Madie.

New show to take over Little Theatre and it’s horrifying THERE’S another production in the works for the Parkes Musical and Dramatic Society and it’s sure to shock you.

The Society has announced its auditions for the Little Shop of Horrors, due to take place on 11 June and 14 June next week.

It’s about a meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn who stumbles across a new breed of plant he names

“Audrey II” - after his coworker crush.

This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, blood.

Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II has out of this world origins and intent towards global domination.

The show, to be directed by Han-

nah Symonds, is scheduled to run from 17 October to 2 November at the Parkes Little Theatre.

The production is intended for a small adult cast aged 16 years and older but does require a large backstage crew, including the need for puppeteers.

Head to the Parkes M and D website www.parkesmandd.com.au for more information.

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Cycling tourists could pedal tourism boost

By MADELINE BLACKSTOCK Cycling ATMs is how 14 visitors who recently cycled part of the Lachlan Valley Rail Trail would describe themselves.

The Brisbane group ranging in ages from 64 to 77 strongly believe with investments from council and community support the trail could attract cyclists and tourists becoming a valuable asset to the region.

The group of 14 alone have spent thousands in our region, particularly Parkes.

“We’ve spent $6000 alone at Court Street Motel, we’ve eaten out at different restaurants every night, we always find a bakery or cafe to stop in at and we use local facilities such as the laundromat,” Jane Clarke said.

Jane along with Jan Stevenson are the organisers behind the group ride as they used to own their own cycling company called ‘Cycle Away’.

“Once we canceled the company we still go riding because we still want to ride,” Jan said.

The friends travelling with the ladies are riders who once used to cycle with the company and say they are just keen to go out and see the country.

The group found out about the Lachlan Valley Rail Trail as they were doing the Central West Cycle Trail last year.

“We want to come out and ride on the dirt, we want to look at places and spend our money, we’re just touring cyclists,” Jan said.

“We’ve been on rail trails as they’ve developed and they get better and better when people realise how much money they can bring into a town.”

“It’s an untapped resource because you’ve got these old railway lines and little used country roads that can be turned into fantastic cycle routes and people will come,” Jane added.

The group of friends drove to Parkes from Brisbane where they

Brisbane based cyclists recently ventured to Parkes to complete part of the Lachlan Valley Rail Trail. then rode to Trundle the next day.

They said they must give mention to the team at the Trundle Hotel who were lovely.

“They were serving behind the bar and helping out with food, they were running backwards and forwards all night,” Jane said.

From Trundle the group headed to Peak Hill where they stayed the night before coming back to Parkes.

They then cycled to Eugowra and utilised Court Street Motel’s shuttle bus to get back to Parkes as there is no accommodation in Eugowra.

An early morning the next day they were shuttled back to Eugowra for breakfast at the Fat Food Parcel

before cycling to Forbes for another night before returning to Parkes the next day.

“We’re getting a good little taste.

It’s a taste because we couldn’t do the whole Lachlan Valley Rail Trail because all towns don’t have accommodation or shuttles to use,” both Jan and Jane said.

As the pair have watch the development of their own local rail trails they have seen the impact it has had for surrounding little towns.

“All those little towns along the cycle path there’s cafes that have opened up serving all these cyclists, on a weekend it’s like Queen Street (Brisbane’s main street),” Jane said.

PHOTO: Madeline Blackstock

“When you go over to places like New Zealand they have the Otago Rail Trail which brings in a million dollars a year and even the Victoria trails do too.”

These Brisbane cyclists believe that cycle tourism is the way forward for tourism in country towns like Parkes, Forbes and Eugowra.

The cyclists have cycled the rail trails near them and New Zealand for quite some time.

“We can’t keep going back out to them and we can’t keep going back to New Zealand as beautiful as it is and the Central West is quite close,” Jan said.

“It’s a hard ride and quite ex-

hausting but it’s quite a good ride, it’s pretty around here and there is close distances which we don’t have in Queensland.”

The group praised the gravel roads around our region and said with promotion and investment they believe the Lachlan Valley Rial Trail could became a popular cycling destination.

The Brisbane group made it clear that they aren’t just riding through towns, they’re investing in these towns.

“It’s been fun, the people we have met have been lovely and it’s been uncomplicated,” Jane and Jan added.

Registrations open for annual heavy vehicle breakfast forum Registrations are open for this year’s Central West NSW Heavy Vehicle Breakfast Forum, which will be held at the Forbes Inn on Thursday, 12 June.

Local farmers, contract harvesters, couriers, truck drivers and transport company operators are invited to attend.

Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire Councils’ Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Melanie Suitor, who is organising the

forum, said this year’s event will focus on higher productivity vehicles, safety, compliance and industry case studies and there will be a high productivity vehicle on display.

“Since its inception in 2012, the breakfast forum has brought together the local freight industry to discuss issues affecting them,” Ms Suitor said.

“Come along to listen, learn and ask questions of industry experts from NHVR, Trans-

port for NSW, Parkes Shire Council, NSW Police, Essential Energy, Midland and Healthy Heads in Trucks and Sheds,” Ms Suitor added.

You can register online with via https:// forms.office.com/r/pkPN1Vt4Ji, or through the Councils’ Facebook pages or call Ms Suitor on (02) 6861 2364.

The forum will kick off at 6.30am with breakfast.

The official program starts at 7am and the event will finish at 11.30am.

The forum is free, but registration is required for catering purposes.

If you are unable to make it on the day, the event is being recorded and the link to the video will be shared on the councils’ Facebook pages and in follow-up media articles or contact Ms Suitor to register your interest in receiving the link.

Central West NSW HEAVY VEHICLE BREAKFAST FORUM Thursday 12 June 2025 6.30am - 11.30am Forbes Inn: 43 Rankin Street, Forbes Cost: FREE Come along and hear from industry experts about: • Higher Productivity Vehicles • Safety • Compliance • Industry case studies and • See a high productivity vehicle on display For further information contact the Councils’ Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Melanie Suitor on 02 6861 2364 or email melanie.suitor@parkes.nsw.gov.au

Since 2012 the breakfast forum has brought together the local freight industry.

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Dearne Callaghan, Cherie Lovette and Jay Crouch (back) with Parkes Croquet Club members Joan Paul, Julie Dearden, Graeme Hunter, Beth and Bill Thomas.

Cherie Lovette, Jay Crouch, Elly Bryden (carer), Bonitta Brady, Will Madden and Dearne Callaghan.

PHOTOS: Madeline Blackstock

New players on the croquet court Parkes Croquet Club were one of the lucky local sporting organisations who were successful in round one of the Sporting Grants Program

by Parkes Shire Council and Evolution Northparkes Mining.

The Club was successfully awarded $1840.

With this money the Croquet Club will conduct training and

coaching sessions with Currajong Disability during Autumn and Winter.

With the grant, the club is able to provide eight fortnightly sessions to teach Currajong the ins and outs of croquet.

Croquet members have said that some people are showing significant improvement over the course

Dearne Callaghan tries her hand at croquet.

Cherie Lovette enjoys her time at croquet.

of the sessions with others already being talented at the game.

As well as providing lessons the club is able to put on a fabulous spread of morning tea to fuel all the keen croquet enthusiasts.

If you are interested in trying your hand at croquet the Parkes Croquet Club welcomes you on Saturday mornings from 9.30am.

Elly Bryden helps Bonitta Brady perfect her croquet skills.

McGrath extends it’s presence in the Central West. Now servicing Forbes, Parkes & Condobolin regions Ian Simpson 0417 468 565 iansimpson@mcgrath.com.au

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Elly Bryden, Cherie Lovette and Dearne Callaghan practise their skills.

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Parkes East raises over $36k

Parkes East Public School successfully raised an amazing $36,500 at their annual fete.

It was a beautiful day for the event with something for everyone to enjoy.

There was entertainment by the Parkes East Marimba band and the Bedgerabong Marimba Band as well as the Parkes Ukulele Group performing for all.

Stalls lined the school with emergency services also on display.

Parkes East said that their fete is a fabulous showcase of how successful a school can be when students, parents, staff and supporters of a school work together.

Parkes East Marimba Band.

The raffles were drawn by Ian Chambers, school patron, with principal Michael and fete co-ordinators Nicole Rosser and Kelly Hendry.

Eddie the Fire Extinguisher with Maddie Beuzeville, Rubi McCauliffe and Olivia Mathews.

PHOTOS: Supplied

Chris and Mel ten Cate on the cake jar stall.

Isabella Garratt loved decorating her cupcake.

Michelle Godwin on the Central West Credit Union Golf, with Will, Kane and Koen Harry.

Charlotte Smith with her decorated cupcake.

Sadie Hoe, Codie Sense and Lottie Hoe.

Isabella Hughes braiding Elsie Kingsford -Smith’s hair, and Bree Hunter braiding Maleaha Clark’s hair.

Ameia, Clare and James Scott.

Sophie Manning and Faith Sutton wearing their fire helmets after visiting the RFS stand.

David Hodges, Kane Rayman, Damian Thornton, Lehni Milford and Kurt Rayman from Parkes RFS.

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‘Golden rows’ in place at new solar farm The ‘golden rows’, the first solar panel rows, have been installed at the new Quorn Park solar farm in Parkes.

These serve as the benchmark for layout, quality, and installation pace for the entire project.

With this key project milestone achieved for Potentia Energy - who is constructing the Quorn Park Hybrid Farm on Back Trundle Road - the mechanical crews are preparing to begin installation of the tracker components.

These allow the solar panels to follow the sun’s movement and maximise energy production throughout the day.

Panel installation will begin in the coming weeks, once the mechanical assembly of trackers is in progress.

Meanwhile hundreds of steel posts can be spotted onsite as piling work is almost complete.

The work involves steel posts being driven into the ground by a specialised piling machine which will form the framework for panel installation.

ARCHIE MCINTYRE IS OUR STUDENT OF THE WEEK Archie McIntyre is the Star of the Week for demonstrating our Core Values (In Praise, Love, and Trust) and for always being self-motivated and adaptable.

What is your favourite subject? Art In your free time, what do you like to do? Play with my lego set What is your favourite food?

Hot dog What do you like most about our school? My friends What are your strengths?

Drawing and riding my scooter What would you like to be when you grow up ? An artist

EVIE BAYLISS-COX IS OUR STUDENT OF THE WEEK Hundreds of steel posts can be spotted on the new solar farm on Back Trundle Road as piling work is almost complete.

PHOTO: Supplied Piling began around April and due to the hammer-like nature of the piling machines, a spokesperson from Potentia Energy said, there has been some noise associated with these works.

The piling works are expected to be completed in the coming weeks as well.

Construction hours are Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm, and Saturday 7am to

1pm.

In Potentia Energy’s May construction update, it said vehicle movements are being continuously monitored to minimise impacts to local road users where possible.

Construction on Quorn Park began at the end of 2024 and are progressing well, with materials now delivered for access tracks and working areas.

Road upgrades to Henry Parkes Way and McGrath Lane, including an upgrade to the intersection, are also underway.

As are civil works for the project’s substation and for the substation access roads.

Potentia Energy is aiming to begin operations at the solar farm in early 2026.

It’s not love, it’s coercive control Know the signs of abuse When they restrict your access to basic needs like food and disability supports, taking away your dignity and control.

Visit nsw.gov.au/coercive-control/disability-and-older-people or call 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) for 24/7 support Person featured is for illustrative purposes only

Year 6 student Evie Bayliss-Cox is Parkes East Public School’s student of the week.

What is your favourite colour? Red What is your favourite food?

Pasta What would you like to be when you grow up? A farmer What are your strengths?

Sport What do you like about your school?

Being with friends What do you like to do outside of school?

Playing touch football and rugby league

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Fire Station Open Day a hit The 2025 Parkes Fire Station Open Day was held on 26 May as the official date earlier in May saw the wedding of Parkes Captain Craig Gibson.

One of the many highlights during the day was a visit from Paw Patrol’s Marshall who was a hit with the kids.

Demonstrations included how to safely extinguish burning oil on a stove, putting out a fire in a window, sausage sizzle and a display of Phil Dixon’s restored historic fire engine and Hazmat vehicles.

Check out all the action on the day.

Chris, Jayda and Bentley Francis and Bec Wilson.

BENTLEY FRANCIS AND CONNOR MURPHY

Kobi, Marni and Cohen Bolam loved meeting Marshall at the Parkes Fire Station Open Day. PHOTOS: Jenny Kingham

Cameron Lawrence with Jentzen McCutcheon in the model fire engine.

Charlie Ellery and Connor Murphy use the fire hose, watched by proud mum Jess Macdonald.

Parkes Fire Fighter Cody Venaglia with Harry and Matilda Laing.

ELSIE GAITER AND CONNOR MURPHY

Seth King tries out the Thermal Imaging Camera with Simon King.

Jentzen McCutcheon with Cameron Lawrence on the fire hose.

New recruits Connor Murphy, James Taylor, Ben Ryan, Marshall, Simon Scott and Savannah Lee Bevan.

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RURAL

Crop Swap always a favourite

By MARG APPLEBEE CENTRAL WEST LACHLAN LANDCARE Crop Swap will once again be a welcome inclusion in the next Homegrown Parkes event on Saturday, 11 October.

When we first started discussing bringing together an event like Homegrown Parkes, we knew that Crop Swap had to play a part in the day.

For many people swapping or giving away their produce without reimbursement is a bit to get their head around, but we have found that it reinforces feelings of community building, sharing, and learning.

We hope that Crop Swap participants will be encouraged by the event.

There is pretty much a ‘positive vibes only’ feeling about the whole day.

Jolie O’Shannessey; Megan Morrison; Hannah Farrant-Jayet; Bill Jayet; Michael Chambers; Jay Richards; and Wendy Richards at the Crop Stop stand at the April Homegrown Parkes event.

PHOTO: Supplied Crop swapping is a great way for those who grow their own food to make sure nothing is going to waste.

If you have an over-abun-

dance of particular fruits or vegetables in the garden, preserves or homemade goods, they are all welcome.

Some people are bringing

a few gardening magazines, but please note that we don’t require a box of old magazines that should go in recycling.

With a Spring event, we will expect different varieties of produce.

We can’t wait to see what is brought!

You are welcome to show up on the day with produce, we will just require your name and contact details etc.

Hannah Farrant-Jayet and Michael Chambers will be overseeing the Crop Swap Stall and they will be busy sharing the Crop Swap message.

In addition to the other fabulous activities on the day, we will have our fabulous stallholders!

I am continually blown away by the beautiful things that are being produced in our local area and we can’t wait to share it all in Cooke Park.

Homegrown Parkes is a free event open to everyone between 9am and 2pm on Saturday, 11 October 2025

and is proudly supported by Central West Lachlan Landcare, Parkes Shire Council and Parkes Community Arts.

We are also thrilled to be the recipient of funding from the Northparkes Evolution Mine Community Investment Program, which will provide support for the delivery of workshops and entertainment amongst other things.

We have set up a one stop shop for all Homegrown Parkes events, competitions and anything else that will help you to be part of our morning, that can be found here: https://bit.ly/HomegrownParkes and of course, you can follow Homegrown Parkes directly on our social media.

For further information on this article, please go to www. centralwestlachlanlandcare. org, Twitter, Facebook or Instagram @cwllandcare

Sheep numbers jump with trade weight lambs $4 to $6 better CATTLE SALE Monday, 2 June Yarding 1192 (up 151) Numbers lifted this sale with agents yarding 1192 head.

Quality was mixed but fair with some good lines of well bred cattle penned along with the secondary and plainer types.

The usual buyers were present and competing in a firm to better market.

Yearling steers to feed lifted to sell from 345 to 440c/kg for middle and heavyweights.

The few finished types to processors averaged 382c/kg.

The heifer portion to feed was 5c better to receive from 310c to 393c/ kg.

Those to processors ranged in

price from 329 to 380c/kg.

Heavy steers and bullocks were limited and reached 380c/kg.

Grown heifers sold from 290 to 355c/kg.

Cows lost some of last week’s gains with heavy 2 score from 255c to 286c and 3 score 277 to 310c/kg.

The best heavy bull reached 307c/kg.

SHEEP SALE Tuesday, 3 June Yarding 39,750 (up 10,400) Numbers jumped this sale with agents yarding 39,750 head.

Lamb numbers increased to 31,000 and quality was mixed.

There was a handy offering of finished trade and export lambs available along with the plainer

and secondary types.

The usual buyers were present and competing in a firm to dearer market.

Light lambs to restockers sold from $175 to $216/head.

Trade weight lambs 20-24kg were $4 to $6 better to receive from $198 to $268/head.

Heavy lambs to 26kg sold from $250 to $276/head.

Extra heavyweights were firm selling from $260 to $365/head.

Carcase prices averaged from 970 to 1033c/kg.

There was 8750 mutton penned and quality continues to be fair but mixed.

Prices were strong with Merino ewes selling from $110 to $260/ head.

Crossbreds received from $195 to $280 and Dorper ewes reached $272/head.

Merino wethers sold from $148 to $267/head.

FROM MLA’S NATIONAL LIVESTOCK REPORTING AGENCY PIG SALE Friday, 30 May Another light yarding of sows and boars saw prices firm on last fortnight.

Bacon were also in short supply, prices improved $10 - $20 per head.

Pork were in short supply, prices remained firm on last fortnight.

A good quality yarding of mainly lighter suckers saw prices drop $5 $10 per head.

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See Parkes in all its glory from above SOME very lucky locals were given a rare opportunity to hop aboard a 1942 historic aircraft and soak up the view of their home town from above in May. Historical Aircraft Restoration Society (HARS) held their regular monthly meeting for the first time in Parkes on 16 and 17 May. The committee travelled to Parkes in their DC3 “Hawdon” and while here the aircraft took Parkes HARS volunteers, the Society’s supporters and sponsors on 30-minute flights over the town.

And the Parkes Champion Post was very grateful to be among those invited.

Some of the familiar sights and landmarks were the GrainCorp site on Eugowra Road, the Parkes silos, Memorial Hill, Parkes Showground, Parkes Christian School, the National Logistics Hub, Northparkes mines, our glorious Dish and even the tip.

Others were new views like the two large solar farms, the Parkes Bypass and its bridges and roundabout, the new service centre that’s under construction, upgrades to Brolgan Road, the Pacific National freight terminal and the dog food factory - all in or next to the Parkes Special Activation Precinct to the west of the town.

Here are some more photos taken by our editor Christine Little during the experience.

STAY TUNED: We took many spectacular shots of Parkes during this trip and we plan to publish them in a series in coming editions.

The full story on the flights and the first installment of photos appeared in last week’s Champion Post.

A rare view of the suburban streets of Parkes from above. Brolgan Road runs down the centre in the bottom half of this photo.

PHOTOS: Christine Little

Some very eager passengers boarding the first flight on 16 May.

The Pacific National freight terminal, down Brolgan Road, also in the Parkes Special Activation Precinct.

You can also see the new road bridge on Brolgan Road, towards the bottom left corner.

The Parkes Regional Airport.

Views took in the full size of the GrainCorp Terminal in Parkes along Eugowra Road.

The two solar farms located in the Parkes Special Activation Precinct in the town’s west look enormous.

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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show.

12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon.

1.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 2.00 House Of Wellness. 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

8.30 House Of Wellness. 9.30 MOVIE: Where The Crawdads Sing. (2022) Daisy Edgar-Jones, Taylor John Smith, David Strathairn. 12.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Steal Your Heart.

(2023) 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 Rugby League.

NRL. Round 14. Dolphins v St George Illawarra Dragons. 9.55 Golden Point.

10.45 MOVIE: Sicario. (2015) 1.00 Young Sheldon. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 GCBC. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Family Feud.

4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal.

6.30 The Project. 7.30 House Hunters Australia. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 The Project. 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 Alone Australia. 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Going Places.

4.05 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. 4.35 Jeopardy! 5.00 Celebrity Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Malta: The Jewel Of The Mediterranean. 9.15 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes.

10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Atlantic Crossing. 11.55 Rex In Rome.

1.45 The Head. 2.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Discover. 2.30 Weekender.

3.00 Animal SOS Australia. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Wildlife ER. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Pawn Stars. 2.00 The Car Club.

2.30 Desert Collectors. 3.30 Timbersports.

4.00 Carnage. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Football.

AFL. Round 13. Adelaide v Brisbane Lions.

10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.15 GetOn Extra.

11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 The Resident. 3.00 The Goldbergs. 3.30 Jabba’s Movies School Holiday Special. New. 4.00 Frogger. 5.00 America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League. 7.00 MOVIE: The Next Karate Kid. (1994) 9.15 MOVIE: Love Again. (2023) 11.25 MOVIE: Love, Simon. (2018) 1.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 Buy To Build. 8.30 4x4 Adventures.

9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 Numb3rs.

11.30 JAG. 1.30 FBI. 2.30 Numb3rs. 3.30 Jake And The Fatman. 4.30 Numb3rs.

5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 In The Dark. 12.15 Jake And The Fatman. 1.15 In The Dark. 4.05 JAG.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.00 Stephen Colbert.

1.00 Rules Of Engagement. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier.

6.30 Friends. 7.30 MOVIE: Good Will Hunting. (1997) 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier.

11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.35 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 3.20 Doctor Who. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters.

5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home.

6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Would I Lie To You? 8.35 MOVIE: The King’s Speech. (2010) 10.30 ER. 11.15 Rage. 12.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach.

7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 ABC News Day. 3.00 News.

4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.35 Evening News. 8.00 Planet America: Weekend Edition. 8.45 News Tonight. 9.00 The World.

9.30 Close Of Business. 10.00 Nightly News.

10.30 Asia News Week. 11.00 News. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Wild Moments. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: An Elephant Called Slowly. (1970) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Find My Country House Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: Sliding Doors. (1998) 10.30 Tennis.

French Open. Day 13. Men’s semi-finals.

2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.20 Where Are You Really From? 2.50 Over The Black Dot. 3.25 WorldWatch. 5.15 Forged In Fire: Best Of. 6.05 If You Are The One. 7.05 Jeopardy!

7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Secrets Of Polygamy. 10.15 Pornocracy. 11.40 Pride.

New. 1.25 Up To G-Cup: Inside The Lingerie Shop. 2.30 Late Programs.

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6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 1.00 Bay Of Fires. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 3.30 Love Your Garden. 4.15 Long Lost Family.

5.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. Final. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 7.00 ABC News.

7.35 Gardening Australia. 8.35 The One That Got Away. 9.25 Gruen. 10.05 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. 10.50 Late Programs.

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7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 13. GWS Giants v Port Adelaide. 10.30 MOVIE: Battleship. (2012) 1.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Destination WA. 12.30 Find My Country House Australia. 1.00 Great Australian Detour.

Return. 1.30 Young Sheldon. 2.00 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters Of The Galaxy.

4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Holiday Home Makeover With Rachel & Ryan. 8.30 MOVIE: No Time To Die. (2021) Daniel Craig. 11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.10 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 The Yes Experiment.

1.00 Roads Less Travelled. 1.30 What’s Up Down Under. 2.00 Buy To Build. 2.30 Food Trail: South Africa. 3.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 3.30 Farm To Fork.

4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 GCBC. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Dog House Australia. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. 8.40 House Hunters Australia. 9.40 Airport Australia 24/7. 10.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Motor Racing. World Rally-Raid C’ship. South African Safari Rally. H’lights. 2.30 Going Places. 3.30 How To Sleep Well With Michael Mosley. 4.35 American Candy.

New. 5.30 Inside D-Day: Filmmakers On The Frontline. New. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar. 8.25 Secrets Of Britain’s Historic Houses. 9.35 Alone Australia.

11.35 Suspect. 3.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 8.30 Better Homes.

11.00 Harry’s Practice. 11.30 GetOn Extra. 12.00 Escape To The Country.

1.00 Horse Racing. Bob Charley AO Stakes Day, VRC Country Race Day and Oaks Day. 5.30 Animal SOS Australia. 6.00 Dog Patrol.

6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Australia ReDiscovered. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Watersport. Offshore Superboats. Replay. 4.00 Storage Wars: Barry’s Best Buys. 5.00 Counting Cars.

6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 The Americas. 8.00 MOVIE: Jurassic World. (2015) 10.30 MOVIE: Commando. (1985) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Kitty Is Not A Cat. 10.00 Weekender. 10.30 Weekender. 11.00 Jordie, Sam & Ted’s Adventures. 11.30 Holistic Living.

12.00 Dream Home. 1.40 Zumbo’s Just Desserts. 3.00 Starstruck. 4.30 Dodger. 5.30 MOVIE: Playmobil: The Movie. (2019) 7.30 MOVIE: Robin Hood. (2010) 10.30 MOVIE: Firestarter. (2022) 12.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 9.00 Tough Tested. 10.00 On The Fly. 10.30 Navigating The World. 12.30 Judge Judy. 1.00 MasterChef Aust. 2.10 Jake And The Fatman. 3.05 JAG. 5.00 Escape Fishing With ET. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 FBI: International.

11.15 48 Hours. 3.00 JAG. 5.00 Shopping.

6.00 Bold. 8.30 Wheel Of Fortune. 10.00 Ridiculousness. 11.00 GCBC. 11.30 Deal Or No Deal. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 2.00 Ridiculousness. 3.00 Frasier. 4.00 Friends.

6.30 The Big Bang Theory. 10.00 Frasier.

11.00 Ridiculousness. 12.00 South Park.

1.00 Shopping. 1.30 South Park. 2.30 Shopping.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.35 Doctor Who. 3.25 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 4.05 A Bite To Eat. 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. 8.55 Lizzy Hoo: Hoo Cares!? 9.55 The IT Crowd. 11.10 ER. 11.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 3.30 Octonauts And The Great Swamp Search. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 The Most Magnificent Thing. 5.30 Peter Rabbit.

5.55 Octonauts. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.30 Kids Baking C’ship. 8.10 Chopped Jnr. Return. 8.55 The Piano. 9.50 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 News. 2.30 Breakfast Couch.

3.00 News. 3.30 If You’re Listening. 3.50 News. 4.15 Planet America: Weekend Edition.

5.00 News. 5.30 Asia News Week. 6.00 Evening News. 6.30 Aust Story. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Back Roads. 8.00 News Tonight.

8.15 Four Corners. 9.00 Nightly News. 9.30 Creative Types. 10.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.55 MOVIE: The Long Dark Hall. (1951) 2.45 MOVIE: The Call Of The Wild. (1972) 4.50 MOVIE: Sitting Bull. (1954) 7.00 Rugby Union. Super Rugby Pacific.

Quarter-final. 9.30 Super Rugby Pacific PostMatch. 9.45 TBA. 11.00 French Open Tennis Pre-Show. 11.20 Tennis. French Open. Day 14. Women’s Final. 3.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.00 Hoarders. 2.35 The Story Of. 3.05 BBC News At Ten. 3.35 ABC World News Tonight. 4.00 PBS News. 5.00 Over The Black Dot. 5.30 Mastermind Aust.

10.30 Australia’s Health Revolution. 11.35 Spinal Destination. 12.35 MOVIE: Attica.

(2021) 2.40 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

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6.00 Rage Charts. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Rage. 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

12.30 Call The Midwife. 1.30 Picasso.

2.30 SSO Simone Young Conducts Elgar & Vaughan Williams. 4.10 The Piano. 5.10 Landline. 5.40 Australian Story. 6.10 Father Brown. Final. 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Call The Midwife.

8.30 Midsomer Murders.

10.05 Bergerac.

10.50 Reunion. 11.50 Rage.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 To Be Advised. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The 1% Club.

8.00 7NEWS Spotlight. 9.00 24 Hours In Police Custody. 10.00 Crime Investigation Australia. 11.20 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 5. Perth Super 440.

Day 2. Highlights. 12.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. 1.00 Fish Forever. 1.30 Business Drive. Return. 2.00 Ski Rescue Down Under. 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 14. Wests Tigers v Penrith Panthers. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters Of The Galaxy. 8.40 60 Minutes.

9.40 The Killer Interview With Piers Morgan.

10.40 9News Late. 11.10 The First 48.

12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 My Market Kitchen. 11.30 Roads Less Travelled. 12.00 MasterChef Australia.

1.10 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 1.30 Cook With Luke. 2.00 All 4 Adventure. 3.00 Good Chef Bad Chef.

3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Lingo. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 The Sunday Project. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. 8.15 Fake. 9.15 FBI. Final. 11.15 The Sunday Project. 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Going Places. 5.30 Inside D-Day: Filmmakers On The Frontline. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 London: 2,000 Years Of History. Final.

8.25 Queens Of Ancient Egypt. 9.25 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Critérium du Dauphiné. Stage 1. 11.05 Into The Gobi Desert With Nick Knowles. 11.55 24 Hours In Emergency. 2.40 The World From Above. 3.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Australia’s Best Backyards. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 Escape To The Country. 1.00 Harry’s Practice. 1.30 Discover.

2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Animal SOS Australia. 3.00 Better Homes. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Vicar Of Dibley.

8.35 Vera. 10.35 The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. 11.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Fishing Show By AFN. 1.00 Fishing Addiction. 2.00 Fishy Business.

2.30 Fish’n Mates. 3.00 Mighty Planes.

4.00 Close Encounters Down Under. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 13. Carlton v Essendon. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 Border Security. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Jordie, Sam & Ted’s Adventures.

10.30 Holistic Living. 11.00 Dream Home.

12.30 Starstruck. 2.00 The Goldbergs.

2.30 Home And Away. 4.30 Baking It. 5.30 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. 6.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: S.V.U. 10.30 Bones. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 Tough Tested. 9.00 Reel Action.

9.30 What’s Up Down Under. 10.00 4x4 Adventures. 11.00 Escape Fishing. 11.30 I Fish. 12.00 Pooches At Play. 12.30 Navigating The World. 2.30 MasterChef Aust.

3.40 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 Elsbeth. 11.15 48 Hours. 2.00 Shopping.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal.

8.00 Frasier. 10.00 Ridiculousness. 11.00 Stephen Colbert.

2.00 Ridiculousness. 3.00 Frasier. 4.00 Friends. 6.30 The Big Bang Theory.

9.30 Frasier.

10.30 Ridiculousness. 11.30 South Park.

12.30 Shopping. 1.30 South Park. 2.30 Shopping.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.15 ER. 3.10 Doctor Who. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Lucy Worsley Investigates. Final. 8.55 Planet America: Weekend Edition. 9.45 Offsiders.

10.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs.

1.40 Ben And Holly. 2.05 Paddington. 2.45 Fizzy And Suds. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 Thomas. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Bluey’s Big Play. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.40 Isadora Moon.

6.55 Rocket Club. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Walking With Dinosaurs. 8.50 TBA. 10.30 Abbott Elementary. 10.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 News. 2.30 Australian Story.

3.00 ABC News. 3.30 Offsiders. 4.00 Landline.

5.00 ABC News With Auslan. 5.30 ABC News Regional. 6.00 Evening News. 6.30 Creative Types. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Insiders. 8.40 If You’re Listening. 9.00 Nightly News. 9.30 Aust Story. 10.00 Late News Weekend. 10.30 Compass. 11.00 News. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.30 MOVIE: The Ship That Died Of Shame. (1955) 2.30 MOVIE: Southwest Passage. (1954) 4.00 MOVIE: Attack On The Iron Coast. (1968) 6.00 Dad’s Army. 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 TBA. 11.00 French Open Tennis Pre-Show. 11.20 Tennis.

French Open. Day 15. Men’s final. 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.50 Jeopardy! 4.55 WorldWatch. 5.25 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 5.50 Lost Gold Of The Aztecs. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Great Australian Concerts: Cold Chisel.

9.35 Colosseum. 11.25 WWE Legends. 1.15 Letterkenny. 3.15 NHK World English News.

5.00 Al Jazeera.

SUNDAY, JUNE 8

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Insiders.

10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. 2.30 The Piano. 3.30 Grand Designs UK. 4.40 Walking With Dinosaurs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Compass. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 The Piano. Final. 8.30 Bergerac.

Final. 9.25 Reunion. Final. 10.25 MOVIE: Partisan. (2015) 12.00 Late Programs.

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yourstars ARIES

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Being ignored is difficult for any proud

TAURUS

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Trying to uncover a

(March 21 to April 19) Lots of possibilities begin to open up by midweek. Some seem more appealing than others, but wait for more facts to emerge later on before you consider which to choose.

(April 20 to May 20) Bravo to the determined Bovine!

While others might give up, you continue to search for answers.

Expect your Taurean tenacity to begin paying off by week’s end.

GEMINI

(May 21 to June 20) You might want to consider stepping back from the task at hand for a while. This could help you get a better perspective on what you’ve done and what still needs to be done.

CANCER

(June 21 to July 22) Your keen Cancerian insight should help you determine whether a new offer is solid or just more fluff ‘n’ stuff. The clues are all there, waiting for you to find them.

Leo or Leona, but pushing yourself back into the spotlight might be unwise. Instead, let things work themselves out at their own pace.

colleague’s secret under the pretext of showing concern is illadvised. Control your curiosity in order to avoid raising resentment in the workplace.

LIBRA

SAGITTARIUS

(November 22 to December 21) You might be upset by some of your critics. But most of your associates continue to have faith in your ability to get the job done and done well.

CAPRICORN

(December 22 to January 19) A workplace goal that suddenly seems out of reach is no problem for the surefooted Goat, who moves steadily forward despite any obstacles placed in their way.

AQUARIUS

(September 23 to October 22) Expect to hear good news about a loved one. Also, be prepared for some changes in several family relationships that could develop from this lucky turn of events.

(January 20 to February 18) Uncertainty about who is right and who isn’t might keep you from making a clear-cut decision. Wait until you know more about what you’re being asked to decide.

SCORPIO

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Be careful to keep your

(October 23 to November 21) Some surprises are expected to accompany a number of changes that will continue through part of next week. At least one could involve a romantic situation.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have an extraordinary ability to rally people to do their best. You would be a treasure as a teacher.

emotions in check when dealing with a demanding personal situation. You need to set an example of strength for others to follow.

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12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon.

1.00 Surf Patrol. 1.30 Border Security: International. 2.00 AFL: The Big Freeze @ The G. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. 9.00 9-1-1. 11.00 The Agenda Setters. 12.00 You, Me And The Apocalypse. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters Of The Galaxy. 1.45 My Way. 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 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters Of The Galaxy. 8.45 Swimming.

Australian Trials. Day 1. Finals. 10.35 100% Footy. 11.35 9News Late. 12.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 GCBC. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 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 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 MasterChef Australia.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention?

9.40 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. Return. 10.20 10’s Late News.

10.45 The Project. 11.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 The Supervet. 2.55 Travel Shooters. 3.30 Going Places. 4.00 The Cook Up. 4.35 Jeopardy! 5.00 Letters And Numbers.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Portillo’s Andalucia.

8.20 Michael Palin In Nigeria. 9.15 Inside Windsor Castle. 10.05 SBS World News Late. 10.35 Living Black. 11.35 Cycling.

UCI World Tour. Critérium du Dauphiné.

Stage 2. 1.25 Kin. 2.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Better Homes. 1.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 1.30 Australia’s Best Backyards. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Shetland. 11.10 Born To Kill? 12.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 AFL: The Big Freeze @ The G. 3.00 Football. AFL. Round 13. Melbourne v Collingwood. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.00 Outback Opal Hunters.

9.00 Gem Hunters Down Under. 10.00 Appalachian Outlaws. 11.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.40 My France With Manu. 2.40 The Goldbergs. 3.40 Farmer Wants A Wife. 5.00 Animals Make You Laugh Out Loud. 6.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: S.V.U. 9.30 Law & Order True Crime: The Menendez Murders. 10.30 Bones. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 Buy To Build. 8.30 Reel Action.

9.30 Numb3rs. 10.30 Everyday Gourmet.

11.30 Navigating The World. 12.30 Numb3rs.

1.30 JAG. 3.30 Jake And The Fatman. 4.30 Numb3rs. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 SEAL Team.

11.15 CSI: Vegas. 12.15 Shopping.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.00 Stephen Colbert.

1.00 Rules Of Engagement. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.15 ER. 3.05 Doctor Who. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Would I Lie To You? 8.35 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 9.20 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 9.40 MythBusters.

10.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 2.45 Fizzy And Suds. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures.

4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends.

5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Junior Vets. 8.40 Dance Life. 9.30 TBA. 10.20 Merlin. 11.05 Late Programs.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 1.00 ABC News Day. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.30 Compass. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.40 If You’re Listening. 11.00 News.

11.30 7.30. 12.00 News. 12.15 Media Watch.

12.30 Back Roads. 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.00 Dad’s Army. 2.30 As Time Goes By. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow.

3.30 MOVIE: Hell Is A City. (1960) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.00 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day 1. Finals.

8.45 The Madame Blanc Mysteries. 9.45 Harry Wild. 10.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.30 The Wine Lovers’ Guide To Australia. 3.00 WorldWatch.

5.10 Forged In Fire: Best Of. 6.00 Alone Germany. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The UnBelievable. 10.05 Alone Australia. 12.05 Couples Therapy. 12.40 Who Gets To Stay In Australia? 2.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

MONDAY, JUNE 9

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 1.00 Landline. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 3.25 Anh’s Brush With Fame. 3.55 Love Your Garden.

4.45 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. 9.35 Picasso. Final. 10.30 ABC Late News. 10.45 Planet America.

11.20 Late Programs.

ABC

SEVEN

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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show.

12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon.

1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Border Security: International. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. 8.35 Doc. 9.35 Accused. 10.35 The Agenda Setters. 11.35 Autopsy USA. 12.35 Fairly Legal. 2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters Of The Galaxy. 1.20 Getaway. 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 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters Of The Galaxy. 8.45 Swimming.

Australian Trials. Day 2. Finals. 10.05 9News Late. 10.35 Ski Rescue Down Under. 11.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 10 News First: Lunchtime. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 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 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. 9.40 FBI: Most Wanted.

10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 The Project.

12.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 The Supervet. 2.55 Going Places. 4.00 The Cook Up. 4.35 Jeopardy! 5.00 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Insight.

9.30 Dateline. 10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Highgrove: The King’s Country Home. 11.25 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Critérium du Dauphiné. Stage 3.

1.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Foyle’s War. 10.55 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 2.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. 3.30 Billy The Exterminator. 4.00 Carnage. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.00 Train Rescue Down Under. 9.00 Outback Truckers. 10.00 Railroad Australia. 11.00 Deadliest Roads.

12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Get Clever. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 The Resident. 3.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. 4.30 Jabba’s Movies School Holiday Special. 5.00 Santa Makes You Laugh Out Loud. 6.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy. 7.30 CSI. 8.30 CSI: Miami. 9.30 CSI: NY. 10.30 CSI: Cyber. 11.30 Bones. 12.30 Lie To Me. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 Buy To Build. 8.30 4x4 Adventures.

9.30 Numb3rs. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 Numb3rs.

1.30 FBI. 2.30 JAG. 4.30 Numb3rs.

5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 9.25 FBI. 12.15 Shopping. 2.15 SEAL Team. 3.15 Shopping.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.00 Stephen Colbert.

1.00 Rules Of Engagement. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.10 ER. 2.50 You Can’t Ask That. 3.10 Doctor Who. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters.

5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home.

6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Would I Lie To You? 8.40 Upstart Crow. 9.40 Upper Middle Bogan.

11.05 ER. 11.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 2.45 Fizzy And Suds. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures.

4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends.

5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Junior Vets. 8.40 Animals Up Close With Bertie Gregory. 9.25 TBA. 11.00 Late Programs.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 1.00 ABC News Day. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.15 Four Corners. 11.00 News. 11.30 7.30. 12.00 News. 12.15 The Business. 12.30 Breakfast Couch. 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Dad’s Army. 2.30 As Time Goes By. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Went The Day Well? (1942) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Keeping Up Appearances.

8.00 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day 2.

Finals. 8.45 Dalgliesh. Return. 10.45 The Closer. 11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.20 Land Of The Giants: Titans Of Tech. 3.15 WorldWatch.

5.10 Forged In Fire: Best Of. 6.00 Alone Germany. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Bourdain: Parts Unknown. 10.10 Dark Side Of The Cage. 12.00 Dirty Rotten Cleaners. 1.40 Shoresy. 2.10 Big Backyard Quiz. 3.15 Late Programs.

ABC

SEVEN

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TUESDAY, JUNE 10

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 1.00 Call The Midwife. 2.00 Restoration Aust.

3.00 House Of Games. 3.30 Brush With Fame. 3.55 Love Your Garden. 4.45 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Walking With Dinosaurs. 8.50 Dino Apocalypse With David Attenborough. 9.45 I Was Actually There. 10.15 ABC Late News. 10.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.05 Motorbike Cops. 2.30 Border Security: International. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away.

7.30 The 1% Club UK. 8.30 The Front Bar. 9.30 Unfiltered. 10.00 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. 11.00 Born To Kill? 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters Of The Galaxy. 1.20 Find My Country House Australia. 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 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day 3.

Finals. 9.40 Freddy And The Eighth. 10.40 9News Late. 11.10 The Equalizer. 12.00 Tipping Point. 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 10 News First: Lunchtime. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 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 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. 8.40 Elsbeth. 9.40 FBI: International. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 The Project. 12.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Dateline.

2.30 Insight. 3.30 Going Places. 4.00 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. 4.35 Jeopardy! 5.00 Celebrity Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.30 The Veil. 10.10 SBS World News Late. 10.40 History Of The Amalfi Coast. 11.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour.

Critérium du Dauphiné. Stage 4. 1.25 The Wall: The Orchard. 3.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes.

5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis. 10.45 The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. 11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.30 Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Truckers. 2.30 Train Rescue Down Under.

3.30 Billy The Exterminator. 4.00 Carnage.

5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars.

6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars.

7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Get Clever. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 The Resident. 3.00 Santa Makes You Laugh Out Loud. 4.00 The Goldbergs. 5.00 Kittens Make You Laugh Out Loud. 6.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy. 7.30 House. 10.30 First Dates UK. 1.45 Perception. 3.30 Dream Academy.

4.00 First Dates UK.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 Buy To Build. 8.30 4x4 Adventures.

9.30 Numb3rs. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 Numb3rs.

1.30 FBI. 2.30 JAG. 4.30 Numb3rs.

5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 SEAL Team.

11.15 CSI: Vegas. 12.15 Shopping. 2.15 SEAL Team. 3.15 Shopping.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.00 Stephen Colbert.

1.00 Rules Of Engagement. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.10 ER. 3.05 Doctor Who. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Would I Lie To You? 8.35 Unforgotten. 10.10 Friday Night Dinner. 10.35 ER. 11.20 Rage. 12.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 2.45 Fizzy And Suds. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures.

4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends.

5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.10 Junior Vets. 8.45 Abbott Elementary. 9.30 Doctor Who. 10.55 Late Programs.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 ABC News Day. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.30 Planet America. 11.00 News. 11.30 7.30. 12.00 News. 12.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

11.30 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day 3. Heats. 2.00 Dad’s Army. 2.30 Keeping Up Appearances. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Maytime In Mayfair.

(1949) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers.

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Yes, Prime Minister. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 The Closer. 11.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.35 Framed. 3.10 WorldWatch. 4.10 PBS News. 5.10 Forged In Fire. 6.00 Alone Germany. 7.05 Jeopardy!

7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: Seven.

(1995) 10.50 MOVIE: Hereditary. (2018) 1.10 (Re)Solved. 2.05 Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over. 3.00 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News.

12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 3.25 Anh’s Brush With Fame. 3.55 Love Your Garden. 4.45 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Gruen. 8.35 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. 9.25 Planet America. 9.55 QI. 11.00 ABC Late News. 11.15 Late Programs.

ABC

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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show.

12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon.

1.00 MOVIE: A Sister’s Grudge. (2021) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. Final.

11.00 Inside Detroit. 12.30 Raines. 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day 4. Heats.

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 Rugby League.

NRL. Round 15. Cronulla Sharks v St George Illawarra Dragons. 9.45 Thursday Night Knock Off. 10.30 9News Late. 11.00 Outback Opal Hunters. 12.00 Next Stop.

12.30 Tipping Point. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 10 News First: Lunchtime. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 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 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Airport Australia 24/7. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 9.30 The Cheap Seats.

10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 The Project.

12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.55 Alone Australia. 3.00 Living Black. 4.00 The Cook Up. 4.35 Jeopardy! 5.00 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Our Medicine. 8.45 Killing Sherlock With Lucy Worsley. 9.45 Sherlock & Daughter.

10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 The Day The Rock Star Died: Buddy Holly.

11.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi.

2.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 3.30 Harry’s Practice.

4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes.

5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Grace. 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 American Pickers. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 1.30 Highway Patrol. 2.30 The Force: BTL. 3.30 Billy The Exterminator. 4.00 Carnage. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Football.

AFL. Round 14. St Kilda v Western Bulldogs.

10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 Kick Ons. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Get Clever. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 The Resident. 3.00 House Of Wellness. 4.00 The Goldbergs. 5.00 Weddings Make You Laugh Out Loud. 6.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy.

7.30 Kitchen Nightmares USA. 9.30 Kitchen Nightmares. 10.30 Ramsay’s Costa Del Nightmares. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 Buy To Build. 8.30 4x4 Adventures.

9.30 Numb3rs. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 Numb3rs.

1.30 FBI. 2.30 JAG. 4.30 Numb3rs.

5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 SEAL Team.

11.15 CSI: Vegas. 12.15 Shopping. 2.15 SEAL Team. 3.15 Shopping.

6.00 Morning Programs.

1.00 Rules Of Engagement.

1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker.

5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends.

8.00 Big Bang. 9.30 Becker. 10.00 Frasier.

11.00 Rules Of Engagement. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.35 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 2.55 You Can’t Ask That. 3.15 Doctor Who. 4.05 QI. 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Would I Lie To You? 9.10 Gruen. 9.45 Planet America.

10.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 2.45 Fizzy And Suds. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures.

4.25 Rocket Club. 5.20 Thomas And Friends.

5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Junior Vets. 8.40 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.25 Saved By The Barn. 10.05 TBA. 10.55 Late Programs.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 1.00 ABC News Day. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.30 Aust Story. 11.00 News. 11.30 7.30. 12.00 News. 12.15 The Business. 12.30 Compass. 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.00 Midsomer Murders.

2.00 Yes, Prime Minister. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Seven Nights In Japan. (1976) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day 4. Finals.

9.30 A+E Crash Scene Emergency. 10.30 Panic 9-1-1. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.10 Insight. 3.15 WorldWatch. 5.15 Forged In Fire. 6.05 Over The Black Dot. 6.35 Travel Man. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats.

8.30 Roswell: The First Witness. 10.05 The UnXplained. 10.55 Homicide. 12.45 A Beginner’s Guide To Grief. 2.10 Late Programs.

THURSDAY, JUNE 12

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 1.00 The One That Got Away. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 3.25 Anh’s Brush With Fame. 3.55 Love Your Garden. 4.45 Long Lost Family.

5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Grand Designs UK. Final. 8.50 Grand Designs Revisited. 9.40 Grand Designs Australia. 10.40 ABC Late News. 10.55 Late Programs.

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Perfect conditions for June medal

PARKES GOLF

By PETER BRISTOL

June Monthly Medal The June Telescope Tyres / Hankook Masters Monthly Medal was played on Saturday, and our day sponsor being Parkes Courier Services.

PGC and Parkes Courier Services have a long association, and we are grateful to the Thompson family for their ongoing support of golf in Parkes.

The course was immaculate with recent top-up rainfall - the staff of Logan and Brenton had been hard at work cutting the fairways a bit wider for the benefit of players, plus also taking some length of the top to get the rollout happening.

The day couldn’t have presented any better with near zero wind and what felt like a warm autumn day.

There were 69 players enjoying the best of life.

In A grade the winner was club champ Aaron Wilkie shooting a 2 over 74, with an even split on each side.

Aaron is unbeatable in his current form and is the player all look to try and catch.

Jack Matthews had the same score as last month, when he won the same event.

Unfortunately, he fell 2 short but is proving a worthy contender on each outing.

Jake Thompson representing the day’s sponsor Parkes Courier Services and Parkes golf pro Zac Kelly congratulated Jake Thompson from Parkes Courier Services and Parkes golf the net winner in B grade Michael Dellaca. pro Zac Kelly congratulated the net winner in A grade Jack PHOTOS: Parkes Golf Club Matthews.

He also had the same split on each side with 38s.

Riall Harrison got back near his best recording a 78 off the stick, which included 3 birdies so he should factor in upcoming events.

In the net event Jack Matthews again picked up the prizemoney with a solid 70, beating home a group of players on 72 including Ian Phipps, Riall Harrison and Peter Bristol.

In B grade scratch Lindsay Elliott finally got the prize with his 92 off the stick.

Lindsay has been having some good rounds of late

but just missing out, but he won with a foot in the air or by 2 shots from Brendon Simpson.

Brendo has also been hitting them well and just needs a bit more time on the course to go up that extra step on the ladder.

In the net event the handicappers friend, Michael Dellaca, again got there by a stroke from Lindsay with his 75 being solid on the day.

In C grade another who has been out hunting trophies, Richard Hamilton, finally got there picking up the dual scratch and net.

His scratch score of 96 was 3 clear of Luke Clyne who is getting among the goodies more often now.

Richard had a solid 47 in closing making it too difficult to catch.

In the net Richard had to take the win off Luke via a countback, with their 74’s a good effort by both.

The Griffins Leading Edge putting competition was won by Blake Parker with 25 putts.

The Norman family sponsored Wally Norman Vets Medal was won by Ian Phipps on 72, the exact same result as last month.

The Nearest The Pins on Saturday were –The Idlerite 1st was Idlerite Tyrepower

by Tom Delmenico at 98cm, the Griffins Leading Edge was Aaron Wilkie at 160cm, the Parkes Ready Mixed Concrete 9th by Aaron Wilkie at 160cm, the Harvey Norman 11th by Justin Middleton at 142cm and the 17th by Richard Hamilton at 322cm.

Ball winners were Riall Harrison, Peter Bristol72, Ron Hetherington 73, Anita Medcalf, Frankie Cock, Steve Edmonds, Luke Clyne 74.

This weekend is an 18 Hole Medley Par Event.

VETS GOLF “I did my bit,” was how Peter Bristol summed up his win in last Thursday’s twin towns vets golf competition played in Forbes.

The popular Parkes vets president summed up his feelings on how dominating Forbes has been in recent months when it comes to the twin towns shield, and nothing changed last week with Forbes dominating again posting 190 points from their best six individual scores to Parkes’ 181.

Still Peter was happy with his winning score of a creditable 37 points while all was not lost at the trophy table for Parkes with Lindsay Elliott picking up the encouragement award … only on a countback which showed how difficult scoring was.

Nearest the pins - 18th A grade Ross Williams (F) while no B grader found the green at the 9th.

Ball sweep to 31 points - 34 Ross Williams, (F), 33 Bruce Chandler (F), 32 Nym Dziuba (P), Andrew Northon-Knight (F), 31 Ken Sanderson (F).

Vets golf this week is scheduled for Parkes with officials from both clubs looking forward to a strong showing after only 24 played last week.

If the golf isn’t A grade be assured the ‘home cooked’ BBQ sausage sanger is.

SCENES FROM PARKES GOLD CUP

Knife’s Edge won this year’s $40,000 Parkes Services Club Parkes Gold Parkes Que Club’s Barbara Thompson, Kath Cup. PHOTOS: Jenny Kingham Whitchurch and Cathie Clarke.

Stacey Barton from Capped Cakes with customer Bronwyn Wilkinson.

Cam, Rupert, Florence and Vivienne Moore.

Jockey Shannon Llewelyn, Knife’s Edge’s owners Jo and James Robi and Ben were the live entertainment for Race 5 was a close finish between Carolan, Michelle Frew and Peter Carolan with the Gold Cup. the day and added to the lovely atmosphere. 6 Turned Down and 10 Cougars.

Amanda Booth from Sydney and Dave Leditschke from Brisbane made the big trip out to Parkes for the weekend.

Amanda Weekes of Cowra, with Paula Rudd of Molong.

Amanda had a market stall at the Cup Day which saw plenty of customers stop by.

Race 6 winners Barry Langtry, Tony Todd from the Coachman Hotel, Vicki Langtry, Scott Sanbrook with Parkes Jockey Club president Alex Prout.

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the Jock, Jake to contest next Around grounds round after close matches SQUASH

Henry Kross recently had a fantasic weekend at the ACT Open.

Henry won the Junior Open and also managed to make the Men’s Open Final going down 3-2 to place second.

Henry’s brother Artie also played some great squash with Parkes Services Squash Courts reporting that he showed fantastic sportsmanship with the young athlete placing sixth in his division.

PARKES BOWLS

By COL MILLER On Saturday we had two semi final games of Minor Singles.

In the first game Mike Valentine took on Jock Townsend.

The game was very even at the start and was 6 all in the 8th end but from then on Jock scored 10 shots in the next 6 ends.

Mike started a fight back but Jock scored two 3s and came home too strong to win the game 25 to 15.

Thanks to Marker Tony Riordan who also performed Umpire duties.

The second game Mick Simpson and Jake Brown had an epic match with some fantastic bowls being played.

The game was 5 all in the 8th end and Jake lead by 1 shot in the 20th end.

By the 26th end Mick was down 1 shot. The excitement continued with the game 22 all in the 28th end and Jake managed to hold his nerve to win the game 25 to 23.

Thanks to Marker Gary McPhee.

The final of the Minor Singles will now be between Jock Townsend and Jake Brown on a date to be advised and should be a cracker of a game.

On Saturday we had 26 social bowlers, what a great afternoon weather wise.

Rink 1 Jim Blake and Ron Hor-

LAWN BOWLS Two of our very own lawn bowls sensations were recently announced in the NSW Bowls Squad.

Congratulations to Parkes High School’s Cooper Fliedner and Parkes Christian School’s Annabelle Teague.

The athletes were both announced in the 2025 NSW Junior Bowls Gold Squad.

Mike Valentine and Jock Townsend in the minor pairs.

Mick Simpson and Jake Brown in the minor pairs.

Jock won the game 25 to 15.

PHOTOS: Supplied Jake managed to win 25 to 23. nery and Rod Ford had a narrow win over George Bradley, Bob Freeman and Col Hayward 15 to 13.

Rink 4 Graham Davis and Guy Ellery won over Noel Johnstone and Mark Dwyer 26 to 19.

Rink 5 Rhona Went, John Ward and John Wright had a big win over Therese Glasheen, John Carr

and Col Mudie 26 to 16. Ethan Lacey and Wilbur Harris came out in front of Col Woods and Joe Simpson 22 to 13.

Rink 7 a bit of a grudge match with Rob Lacey, Steve Ryan and Col Miller holding a 2 shot win over Geoff Smith, Bruce Orr and Steve Turner 18 to 16.

We have no Thursday social

bowls report as the cards have been misplaced so just a reminder to all bowlers to place completed cards in the red publicity folder at the end of each day.

The lucky rink this Thursday is $200 and the Friday night badge draw is $1,200 so come along to the club for a game of bowls or Friday night for the raffle and a meal.

Strudwick represents club at Champions of Club Champions RAILWAY BOWLS

By PAUL LEWIN Club Championships In the Club Triples Quarter Final Jan Griffith, Dave Littlewood and John Chew played Andrew Trotman, Cody Hando and Chris Harrison.

Team Chew led 3-1 after 4 ends. Team Harrison led 8-3 after 8 ends. It’s 8 all after 11 ends and 13 all after 16 ends. Team Chew lead 17-13 after 17 ends and 19-14 after 19 ends.

Team Harrison lead 20-19 after 22 ends. Team Chew take the lead back 22-20 after 23 ends and hold on to win the game 23-21 and now play Michael Hackett, Mick Furney and Tony Bright in the Semi Final.

In the Club Triples Semi Final we had George Greenhalgh, Alan Curteis and John Corcoran play Junior Thorne, Ray Griffith and Paul Lewin.

Team Lewin led 5 nil after 3 ends and 8-1 after 5 ends. Team Lewin led 15-4 after 9 ends and 18-7 after 13 ends. Team Lewin led 21-11 after 17 ends, 25-12 after 22 ends and went on to win the game 25-15.

In the Club Fours Semi Final Junior Thorne, Dave Johnson, Phil Barnard and Paul Lewin played Dennis Daley, Lea Tanks, Ray Griffith and Tony Bright.

Team Lewin led 3-1 af-

ter 2 ends and 10-2 after 5 ends. Team Lewin led 13-5 after 8 ends and 27-6 after 15 ends. Team Lewin went on to win the game 27-14.

Champion of Club Champions Current Club Champion Blake Strudwick represented the club in the Champion of Club Champions after winning his Sectional game.

He progressed to the Round of 32 where he was unfortunately defeated but not without a good fight back.

The members are proud of your bowling efforts.

Well done, Blake.

Blake also represented the Club and Region after being selected in the Inter-Region Team to play against the other Regions, alongside some quality bowlers from the Parkes Town Club.

Although defeated all selected players should hold their heads high and be proud of their efforts.

Mid West Region The Mid West Region Triples nominations sheets are on the board for all disciplines. Please get your teams sorted and placed on the sheet.

Bowls NSW We have nominations open for the following Bowls NSW events.

State Mixed Pairs (can be from different clubs)

State Over 40’s Pairs (must be from same club) State Rookie Singles State Rookie Pairs (can be from different clubs) BPL Cup Qualifying rounds will be run on Friday nights at 6pm.

Keep an eye out for the next round of this exciting event! BPL the fast paced and exciting way to bowl.

Nominations through Bowlslink.

Wednesday, 28 May we had 20 players for Social Bowls.

Winners were Dale Scott and Andrew Trotman winning 16+26.

Runners Up were Peter Cowling and Junior Thorne winning 16+2.

Marble 5 came out and the Margins were 2, 5, 8 and 26.

The Jackpot went off again and Robbie Hill, Shirley Lamb, Alan Curteis, Rhonda Bromley, Dave Littlewood and John Chew all got $20 each. The Jackpot this week is $22.

Saturday, 31 May we had 30 players for Social Bowls.

Winners were Terry Hetherington, Mick Dunn and Dave Johnson winning 16+13.

Runners Up were Rob Clegg, Alan Cameron and Danielle Thompson winning 15+4.

Third Place went to Ray Jones, Waz Watson and

Paul Townsend winning 14+3.

School students We have the pleasure of having the Parkes Christian School students coming for bowls on Wednesday afternoons from 1.40pm.

If you have a spare hour or a desire to help these rising stars please let Lewi know.

This runs for 11 weeks and you do not need to commit to every week, just when you can!

This week we have Social Bowls on Wednesday, 4 June at 1pm and Social Bowls on Saturday ,7 June at 1pm.

Social Bowls will run on Monday 9th June at 1pm pending numbers. As always names in half an hour before start times, everyone is welcome and quality new loan bowls are available at the club.

For those interested in having a roll of bowls, please note the following. Social Bowls means anyone and everyone is welcome to come have a game. If it’s your first time this is where you start.

Just come to the club on the desired day at least 45 minutes prior to the advertised start times and see one of our dedicated volunteers and we will assist with getting you sorted and some bowls and point

you in the right direction.

Social Bowls is competitive without being too serious. Players general use this time as practice. We have some experienced bowlers that are always happy to play with and help new learning bowlers.

We have our Thursday Evening Barefoot Twilight Bowls running through daylight savings, that is a great way to start and learn the game. Please feel free to call in to the club at anytime to have a chat.

Quickshine Punters Club The Punters Club has been rolling along well and the results are put on the board as they happen.

Money can be placed in the tin on the bar at any point along the way. Giddy up.

Trivia Trivia is on every second Thursday evening from 6pm. Not at our club this week. Single or team entries. Lots of prizes. See the flyer on the board for full details. Game Show Style Interactive Trivia.

In the Club on Friday, 6 June we have Happy Hour 5-7pm, Meat Tray Raffles, Badge Draw ($1,100.00), Joker Draw ($3,650.00) and the Bistro serving up their amazing meals from 6pm.

See you at the Railway!

Toot Toot!

HOCKEY Mariah Williams Parkes’ very own Hockeyroo, Mariah Williams has been named in the squad for the final leg of the FIH Pro League Season Six. Mariah will represent the Hockeyroos in Europe and the United Kingdom this June.

The Hockeyroos kick off their tour in Amsterdam against Olympic champions the Netherlands on 7 and 8 June.

They’ll then face India on 14 and 15, June and England 17 and 19, June in London before wrapping up the season in Berlin against Germany on 21, June.

All matches will be broadcast live and free on 7plus.

NSW Selection Following the girls U14 NSW Hockey Championships Daisy Rice and Gracey Allen have been selected in the U14 Hockey NSW Pathways and Performance Squad.

The girls will attend two trials before a team is picked to represent NSW at the U14 Australian Championships in Brisbane.

WOODBRIDGE CUP LEAGUE TAG Trundle and Peak Hill league tag players were recently named in multiple Woodbridge Cup representative teams which played in Boorowa on 17 May. Trundle player Jess Morgan and Peak Hill player Teniesha Wilson were selected for the U20s League Tag representative team which were up against the Murray Cup side.

The U20s Woodbridge league tag side were successful winning 26-20 against Murray Cup and winning the only game for Woodbridge Cup. Jess Morgan was selected by the Murray Cup side as player of the game.

The senior league tag Woodbridge Cup side had Trundle’s very own Brooke Morgan.

Unfortunately the girls were unsuccessful against George Tooke Shield losing the game 1024.

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PARKES WEEKEND SCOREBOARD HERE are the scores and draws for Parkes Shire teams in competitions across the Central West.

SOCCER Western Premier League Round 7: Macquarie United 8 def Parkes Cobras 1.

Round 8 (Saturday, 14 June) : Parkes Cobras v Orange Waratah RUGBY LEAGUE Peter McDonald Premiership Round 6: First grade: Orange CYMS 36 def Parkes Spacemen 26. Mudgee Dragons 26 def Dubbo CYMS 12. Dubbo Macquarie Raiders 34 def Bathurst Panthers 30.

Nyngan Tigers 18 def Orange Hawks 12.

Forbes Magpies 44 def Bathurst St Pats 20. Lithgow Workies 26 def Wellington Cowboys 18.

Reserve grade: Orange CYMS 32 def Parkes Spacemen 14.

Under 18s: Orange CYMS 30 def Parkes Spacemen 20.

League Tag: Orange CYMS 32 def Parkes Spacecats 12.

Round 7 draw: Parkes Spacemen and Spacecats v Forbes Magpies in the June long weekend derby at Parkes.

All other teams in the Peter McDonald Premiership have a bye.

Woodbridge Cup Round 7: First grade: Oberon Tigers 42 def Trundle Boomers 0. Peak Hill Roosters 47 def Blayney Bears 0. Orange United Warriors 52 def Cargo Blue Heelers 18.

Molong Bulls 54 def Grenfell Goannas 16.

Condobolin Rams 30 def Cowra Magpies 26. Canowindra Tigers 34 def Eugowra Golden Eagles 22.

League tag: Trundle Boomers 20 def Oberon Tigers 6. Cargo Blue Heelers 40 def Orange United Warriors 4. Peak Hill Roosters 34 def Blayney Bears 12. Molong Bulls 26 def Grenfell Goannas 0. Cowra Magpies 30 def Condobolin Rams 6. Eugowra Golden Eagles 10 def Canowindra Tigers 0.

Round 8 draw (Saturday, 14 June): Eugowra Golden Eagles v Manildra Rhinos. Cowra Magpies v Orange United Warriors. Blayney Bears v Trundle Boomers.

Cargo Blue Heelers v Peak Hill Roosters.

Grenfell Goannas v Canowindra Tigers.

Oberon Tigers v Molong Bulls.

RUGBY UNION Round 7: Colts under 19s: Orange City Lions 24 def Parkes Boars 14.

Parkes Boars first, second and women’s grades: bye.

Round 8 draw (Saturday, 14 June): First grade and women’s: Parkes Boars v CSU Mitchell at Bathurst.

Second grade: Parkes Boars v CSU Mitchell at Parkes.

Colts under 19s: bye.

AFL Central West AFL Tier 2 Round 5: Dubbo Demons 4.9.33 def Parkes Panthers 2.5.17.

Round 6 draw (Saturday, 14 June): Cowra Blues v Parkes Panthers.

HOCKEY Central West Premier League Hockey Women’s: Round 5: Lithgow Panthers 7 def Parkes United 0.

Round 6 draw (Saturday, 14 June): Bathurst City v Parkes United at Bathurst.

Men’s: Round 4: Parkes United 6 def Bathurst St Pats 1.

Round 5 draw (Saturday, 21 June at Orange: Orange Wanderers v Parkes United Parkes United v Lithgow Workies Storm

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Dedicated to improving skills on the hockey field HOCKEY

By MADELINE BLACKSTOCK Nine of our junior hockey stars were selected to participate in the Western Region Academy of Sport (WRAS) program with four continuing the program and competing at the Academy Games.

WRAS is a program that provides high performance coaching and training opportunities in efforts to up-skill athletes, assisting them in progressing to higher representation within the sport of hockey.

Addison Summerhayes, Sienna Collins, Elly Thornberry, Hughie Orr, James Robinson, PJ McPherson, Sam Westcott, Henry Rice and Jett Johnstone were athletes selected to participate in the 2025 program.

By participating in the program athletes participate in intensive training sessions by local elite coaches, skill development, inter-academy development camps, injury prevention screenings and strength and conditioning training programs, sports science fitness testing, educational seminars and opportunities to compete in elite events such as the Your Local Club Academy Games.

Addison, Sienna, Hughie and James jumped at the opportunity to compete at the Academy Games which was held in Tamworth during April.

Addison and Sienna represented WRAS in the under 16 years girls team which placed third overall.

“It was really fun, we ended up coming third which was really good, it hasn’t happened in a few years for WRAS,” Sienna said.

The girls drew four games and won and lost

Hughie Orr, Sienna Collins, Addison Summerhayes and James Robinson represented WRAS at the academy games in Tamworth. (Insert) Addison Summerhayes.

PHOTOS: Parkes Junior Hockey and Western Region Academy of Sport one game to earn the bronze medal.

Hughie and James were part of the men’s under 18 years team which placed sixth at the games.

The boys lost four games and won and drew one game.

“The WRAS program was a great way to show our skills and learn new things,” Addison said.

“We had multiple training sessions where we were taught by multiple coaches on how to better our skills and develop our game knowledge,” Sienna said.

Addison said she learnt patience which has helped her hockey skills and Sienna said the program helped her socially as she got to meet new people and make new friends.

Both of the girls played in the NSW CHS Second-

ary Girls Championships held in Parkes representing Western where they placed fourth overall and Sienna was then selected in the NSW CHS representative team along with fellow teammate Elly.

The girls also represented Parkes in the U18 team in Sydney last weekend where they were successful placing first in division three and will also represent Parkes from 20 to 22 June in Illawarra for the U16 team.

Sienna is also part of Parkes’ open women’s team who will compete in the championships this weekend.

James also represented Parkes in the U18 team where they also secured the gold medal in Sydney and has been selected as a shadow in the U18 boys NSW representative team.

SIENNA COLLINS.

Four sets of brothers make hockey history HOCKEY

By CHRISTINE LITTLE In a move that has never happened before in the history of Parkes Hockey, four sets of brothers have been called up to play on the same side in the Open Men's Field State Hockey titles.

The Daley brothers of Declan, Hugh and Archie, the Johnstone brothers Koby, Zanda and Jett, Will and Tom Searl, and Jack and Sam Westcott have been named

to play for Parkes in the 2025 championships that take place this June long weekend on the Central Coast.

They'll join the rest of their team mates Toby Collins, Ryan Dunford, Taylor Dolbel, Jack Elliott, Fletcher Norris and Flynn Thompson.

And their coach is a Westcott too - Jack and Sam's father, Ian Westcott.

"It's a fair-bit of a milestone to have that many brothers playing on the one side," Ian said.

"Certainly they have played with one another at different times but all at once, that's never happened before."

Many of these boys are backing up after winning the Under 18s NSW Boys Hockey Field State Championships in Newcastle two weeks earlier.

Of all the brothers, the youngest player is Sam at 16 years old and Will the eldest at 23.

Jett and Jack are also Australian representatives while the remainder of the brothers have all

played for NSW before.

"We have a good range of talent and the boys gel quite well together," Ian said.

"Some have said it is a red-hot looking side so it'll be exciting to see the results."

Whether having that many brothers playing together at once will work for or against them, Ian couldn't say for sure.

But either way it will indeed make for some very entertaining hockey and we look forward to hearing how they go.

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Mitchell five off perfect score PARKES SSAA

By BRIAN DRABSCH

Toby Collins was part of the NSW Hockey U21 Boys team which claimed silver at the Australian U21 Men’s Championship. PHOTO: NSW Hockey

Collins in medal-winning NSW team HOCKEY

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Toby Collins recently competed in Bendigo with the NSW Hockey boys U21 side in the Australian U21s Men’s Championships.

The championships was off to a rocky start for the NSW side with a 5-4 loss to Western Australia followed by a 3-1 loss to

South Australia.

Picking up their game NSW were able to tie 1-all with Tasmania resulting in NSW sitting last in pool A before finals.

NSW were then up against pool B winners Queensland in quarter finals.

In an outstanding game for the blues side NSW were able to walk into the semi finals with a

7-0 win over Queensland.

They were then again up against Tasmania where they were able win 3-0 advancing to the grand final against Western Australia.

Unfortunately Western Australia were able to knock in a goal against NSW during the third quarter of the game which won them the championships.

Footy

NRL

Manly Melbourne Dolphins Cronulla Gold Coast Canberra Penrith Canterbury

Manly North Qld St George Illawarra Warriors Gold Coast South Sydney Penrith Parramatta

TIPSTER

William Goodsell

Last week: 4

Lawrence O’Conner

THURSDAY, JUNE 5

Trudy Floyd

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02 68511425 60 Johnson Street, Forbes

6863 5142 60 Bogan Street, Parkes

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TOTAL: 61

Last week: 5

TOTAL: 57

Manly Melbourne Dolphins Cronulla Brisbane Canberra Penrith Canterbury

TIPSTER

Chloe Dean 6862 1966 Short Street, Parkes

Manly Melbourne St George Illawarra Warriors Gold Coast Canberra Penrith Canterbury

Last week: 5

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TOTAL: 52

Manly Melbourne Dolphins Cronulla Brisbane Canberra West Tigers Canterbury

Will

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At McDonald Jones Stadium

FRIDAY, JUNE 6

At Suncorp Stadium

SATURDAY, JUNE 7 John Clarke FLINT STREET BUTCHERY 0407 309 223 102 Flint Street, Forbes

Last week: 3

ROUND 13

Warren Rauchle

0474 853 558 71-73 Lachlan Street, Forbes

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Last week: 3

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At AAMI Park

Dolphins vs St George Illa

TOTAL: 51

After

WOPS GLASS

TOTAL: 49

TOTAL: 55

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TOTAL: 54

Newcastle vs Manly

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Billy Spence

Last week: 6

20 TIPPING 25

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The NSW team were commended on their comeback by Hockey NSW. “From the bottom of their pool to the podium. This squad showed incredible heart and determination throughout the tournament,” Hockey NSW posted to their Facebook page commending the team on an amazing campaign.

Last Sunday saw 11 shooters attend the Deep Lead Shooting Complex on the Back Trundle Road and shoot at standard targets at both 25 and 50 meters for a collective score of 500 points.

TARGET RIFLES 25M 50M TOTAL • Steve Mitchell 250 245 495 • John Davis 246 247 493 • Brian Drabsch 250 241 491 • Jeff Charlton 250 231 481 FIELD RIFLES • Alan Briton 250 243 493 • Ron Cunningham 248 245 493 • Brett Cowling 249 225 474 • Wally Rudenko 241 228 469 • John Maddison 248 220 468 • Jaxan Whiley 214 for 50 meters only And one shot for practice only Good ammo is still very hard to get, and most are using whatever they can get hold of which shows in the scores at 50 metres.

Our next shoot is at 10am Sunday 8/6/2025 where it will be a feral animal at both ranges.

William Goodsell.............................61 Lawrence O’Conner ..................... 57 Trudy Floyd....................................... 55 Billy Spence .....................................54 Chloe Dean .......................................52 John Clarke........................................51 Will .......................................................49 Warren Rauchle .............................49

Cronulla vs Warriors At Sharks Stadium

Brisbane vs Gold Coast At Suncorp Stadium

SUNDAY, JUNE 8 Canberra vs South Sydney At GIO Stadium

Wests Tigers vs Penrith At CommBank Stadium

MONDAY, JUNE 9 Canterbury vs Parramatta At Accor Stadium

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ZANDA AND JETT JOHNSTONE, TOM SEARL, ARCHIE, DECLAN AND HUGH DALEY, SAM AND JACK WESTCOTT, WITH COACH IAN WESTCOTT WILL ALL PLAY TOGETHER AT THE THE OPEN MEN’S FIELD STATE HOCKEY TITLES. ABSENT KOBY JOHNSTONE AND WILL SEARL.

Bush rivalry like no other EVERYONE loves a good football rivalry - whether it’s Australia and New Zealand, NSW and Queensland, or Parramatta and Canterbury.

Out in the bush, it doesn’t get much bigger than Parkes and Forbes.

Good rivalries start young - and if a Spacemen begins his football career as a Marist, for as long as they can remember they’re told they can’t lose to Forbes.

Our captain-coach Sam Dwyer is a prime example.

The June long weekend derby - not only between first grade but all other grades too, league tag, 18s and reggies - has become famous

across the region and its Dwyer’s favorite time of the year.

“We’re feeling good, we’re keen as mustard for this weekend,” he said.

With the annual Parkes Picnic Races on the day prior and many people who come home to attend, the Sunday football always draws a big crowd.

“I love the whole day, it’s always a big day for everyone and Forbes bring a good crowd with them,” Dwyer said.

Parkes has had a bit of a challenging season so far - they’ve only won two out of their six rounds, and they lost to Forbes in round 1.

But they’ve also only played one

Captain-coach Sam Dwyer. home game in that time.

And Dwyer says the points tell a different story.

“We’ve been scoring enough tries - we’ve been scoring 20 points or more each game which is more

than enough to win a game,” he said.

“But we’re letting ourselves down defensively and we’re letting in too many tries.

“We’ve just got to stop them.”

The side has been working on their defence over the last few weeks which Dwyer hopes will give them a tune-up.

This weekend, and the next three, they’ll be on home turf.

While form tends to go out the window whenever Parkes and Forbes meet, either way Dwyer will be looking to use it to their advantage.

“You always rather be playing at home than away,” he said.

“Hopefully we can string a few wins together.”

Dwyer will be leaning on Tom Phillips and Cody Crisp for support, both have consistently been his stand-out players this season in first grade.

“They have both been leading from the front pretty much every game,” he said.

“And they’ve been playing big minutes in the middle and they’re scoring tries too.”

League tag will kick the weekend derby off at Pioneer Oval from 10.30am, which will be followed by 18s, reserve grade and then first grade, all play against Forbes.

All other sides have a bye.

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There are 8 races scheduled first race to start at 6.22pm.

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