2025 is a golden year for our Tullamore Show as its committee, supporters and residents celebrate its centenary.
And they’re kicking-o 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 e orts have brought this celebration to life.
“It’s a wonderful opportunity to re ect 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 ra es.
Tickets are $50 and can be purchased online at
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Roundabout sculpture emerges
BY CHRISTINE LITTLE
Alliance forms to voice concerns
tries.
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-
Plans to burn 600,000 tonnes of Sydney’s rubbish each year in a facility in Parkes to produce electricity, heat and steam were o cially 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 nd 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 co ee 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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Michelle Lensson, Jeromie Fitzpatrick, Erik Lensson, Ben Stead and Erin Freeman.
HOTSHOT: FEELING A LITTLE FOGGY AFTER THE RAIN
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-
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 O cer Melanie Suitor on 6861 2364 or email melanie.suitor@parkes.nsw.gov.au
SUPPORT GROUP
Friday, 6 June
The Adult Survivors of Child Abuse - Cowra Support Group meets on the rst Friday of each month from 12.30pm to 2.30pm and is open to survivors of all communities. All details online via: heal.itmatters.com.au. Alternatively, call Pascale, the facilitator, on 0458 698 460.
BOGAN GATE HALL MARKETS
Saturday, 7 June
The Bogan Gate Community Memorial Hall Markets will be held from 8am to 1pm. There will be handmade goodies, vintage nds, plants, a cake stall, candles, jewellery, face paint and much more. Make sure to check it out.
PEAK HILL ARTS AND CRAFT EXHIBITION
Saturday and Sunday, 7-8 June
Peak Hill’s 52nd Annual Arts and Cra 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 Cra Centre. At The Carrington there will be mosaics, photography,
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 Cra Information Centre will have gi s, 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 thrilling races and top-notch entertainment by talented band Easy Goin. Don’t forget the dazzling display of Fashions on the Field.
TULLAMORE CENTENARY SHOW GALA
Saturday, 7 June
Celebrate 100 years of Tullamore Show
■ From page 1. 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 rst cab o 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.
Help celebrate 100 years of the Tullamore Show at their Centenary Gala at the Tullamore Memorial Hall. Early bird tickets are on sale now at 123tix.com. This is a 18 years plus black tie event. Bring your own drinks and nibbles and enjoy music by Foxxy Cleopatra. This will be a night to remember, so get your tickets early.
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 co ee van on sight each morning as well as a barbeque run by Parkes Headquarters RFS available on both days.
MOVIE SCREENING
20 and 21 June
Parkes Show Society will be holding a com-
SATURDAY, 7 JUNE
munity screening of Just a Farmer at the Parkes Little Theatre. This special screening of a powerful Australian lm will be screening for two nights with both starting at 7pm. Tickets are available now for $15 at 123tix.
BREASTSCREEN VAN
Friday, 20 June to 14 August
The BreastScreen mobile van returns to Parkes, in the Little Theatre car park on the corner of Dalton Street and Bogan Street, for two months. Hours of operation will be 8.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday during this time. Take advantage of the opportunity and get yourself checked. Call 13 20 50 to book an appointment or visit the website breastscreen.nsw.gov.au.
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, bodyslamming, high- ying night of live pro wres-
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 nalist in this category alongside Gunning Show Society, Orange Show Society and Co s 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, InnovationTechnology and Resilience Awards.
tling action. Doors open 6.30pm, show starts at 7pm. Tickets at events.humanitix.com.
FROST AND FIRE
Saturday, 21 June
Country rock artists the Wolfe Brothers, Ripley Alexander and the Baker Boys headline an incredible night’s entertainment for this annual festival. Cosy up by toasty re buckets, indulge in hearty treats from our food trucks, and savour boutique brews while being serenaded by internationally recognised Australian music acts on the main stage. Tickets now online through 123tix.com.au
PARKES CHRISITIAN SCHOOL’S PRODUCTION OF MARY POPPINS 26-29 June
Tickets for Mary Poppins are on sale now! 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.
A little fog landed on the town a er a nice soaking of 21mm on Monday night.
PHOTO: Bill Jayet
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 li into place the columns, frame, panels and a 12-metre agpole 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 agpole in the centre will allow Council to advertise local events.
Yellows, orange and pinks ll 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.
A er 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 tra c 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 tra c 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 tra c 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 tra c 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.
Police investigate farm trespass, theft from business
A MAN will face court charged with rearm and property-related o ences a er 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 re about midday on Monday.
When he noticed a ri e 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 identied as being allegedly stolen from a break, enter and steal o ence 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 rearms
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 o ences including enter building/land with intent to commit
an indictable o ence, possess unauthorised rearm ( ve counts), possess more than three unregistered rearms 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.
O cers 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 ve 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.
THE NEW “HALO” SCULPTURE BEING INSTALLED IN THE CENTRE OF THE PARKES BYPASS ROUNDABOUT WAS ALREADY WELL PROGRESSED ON MONDAY MORNING.
Donato: Concerns on facility ‘must not be dismissed’
STATE Member for Orange Phil Donato has taken the ght 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 ve 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 bene ts and the potential risks from any proposed Energy from Waste infrastructure,” he said.
“My o ce 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 satis ed 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 a er 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 o ce of the Minister for the Environment Penny Sharpe MLC, seeking to have an EPA-led community consultation process to assist Parkes residents with questions they may have regarding the health and environmental aspects of the proposed facility.
Group offers public forum for community
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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 a er 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 nalised 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 referenc ing information before they put it out to the community.
“We want to approach this very professionally, we don’t want mis information, everything is thor oughly 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 peo ple’s view, we want to give them a balanced view so they can make their own decision,” the commit tee 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 pro posed Energy from Waste inciner ator is a NSW Government project and that Council does not have the nal say in its approval.
“However this does not mean they are powerless,” Ben said.
PCFA wants to work with Coun cil, know where councillors stand on the proposal and are asking them to “stand beside them”.
Parkes Shire Mayor Neil West cott penned a letter to the com munity days a er the March announcement and promised residents that if there was any pos sibility 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.
ent scientists, doctors and other groups.
want to leave. .. But people just aren’t going to risk it.”
The work behind PCFA so far
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.
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 ght against waste incinerators.
Also in the works is a town in-
“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.
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.
■ 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.
New medical centre in CBD
AT THE o cial 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 signi cant 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 o ers 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 signicance.
“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 o cials to address the pressing issue of maternity services in the region.
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
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 oral assistant Seymour Krelborn who stumbles across a new breed of plant he names
“Audrey II” - a er 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.
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.
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
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 nd 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
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.
“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 Ofcer, 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 a ecting 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.o ce.com/r/pkPN1Vt4Ji, or through the Councils’ Facebook pages or call Ms Suitor on (02) 6861 2364.
The forum will kick o at 6.30am with breakfast.
The o cial program starts at 7am and the event will nish 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.
Brisbane based cyclists recently ventured to Parkes to complete part of the Lachlan Valley Rail Trail.
PHOTO: 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
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, Cherie Lovette and Dearne Callaghan practise their skills.
Elly Bryden helps Bonitta Brady perfect her croquet skills.
Cherie Lovette enjoys her time at croquet.
Dearne Callaghan tries her hand at croquet.
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
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
Sadie Hoe, Codie Sense and Lottie Hoe.
Ameia, Clare and James Scott.
David Hodges, Kane Rayman, Damian Thornton, Lehni Milford and Kurt Rayman from Parkes RFS.
Parkes East Marimba Band.
Eddie the Fire Extinguisher with Maddie Beuzeville, Rubi McCauli e and Olivia PHOTOS: Supplied
Sophie Manning and Faith Sutton wearing their fire helmets a er visiting the RFS stand.
‘Golden rows’ in place at new solar farm
The ‘golden rows’, the rst 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.
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.
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
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
Hundreds of steel posts can be spotted on the new solar farm on Back Trundle Road as piling work is almost complete.
PHOTO: Supplied
Fire Station Open Day a hit
The 2025 Parkes Fire Station Open Day was held on 26 May as the ocial 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 re in a window, sausage sizzle and a display of Phil Dixon’s restored historic re engine and Hazmat vehicles.
sausage sizzle and a display of Phil
Check out all the action on the day.
New recruits Connor Murphy, James Taylor, Ben Ryan, Marshall, Simon Scott and Savannah Lee Bevan.
Jentzen McCutcheon with Cameron Lawrence on the fire hose.
Charlie Ellery and Connor Murphy use the fire hose, watched by proud mum Jess Macdonald.
Cameron Lawrence with Jentzen
Parkes Fire Fighter Cody Venaglia with Harry and Matilda Laing.
Chris, Jayda and Bentley Francis
and Matilda Laing.
ELSIE GAITER AND CONNOR MURPHY
BENTLEY FRANCIS AND CONNOR MURPHY
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 Octo ber.
When we rst started dis cussing 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 re inforces feelings of commu nity building, sharing, and learning.
We hope that Crop Swap participants will be encour aged by the event.
There is pretty much a ‘positive vibes only’ feeling about the whole day.
With a Spring event, we will expect di erent varieties
We can’t wait to see what is
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 mes-
In addition to the other fabulous activities on the day, we will have our fabu-
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
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 li ed 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 rm to better market.
Yearling steers to feed li ed to sell from 345 to 440c/kg for middle and heavyweights.
The few nished 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 o ering of nished trade and export lambs available along with the plainer
and secondary types.
The usual buyers were present and competing in a rm 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 rm 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 rm on last fortnight.
Bacon were also in short supply, prices improved $10 - $20 per head.
Pork were in short supply, prices remained rm on last fortnight.
A good quality yarding of mainly lighter suckers saw prices drop $5$10 per head.
VC REID SMITH LIVESTOCK
Numbers jumped this sale with agents yarding 39,750 head. Lamb numbers increased to 31,000 and quality was mixed. PHOTO: File
See Parkes in all its glory from above
SOME very lucky locals were given a rare opportunity to hop aboard a 1942 historic aircra and soak up the view of their home town from above in May.
Historical Aircra Restoration Society (HARS) held their regular monthly meeting for the rst time in Parkes on 16 and 17 May.
The committee travelled to Parkes in their DC3 “Hawdon” and while here the aircra took Parkes HARS volunteers, the Society’s supporters and sponsors on 30-minute ights 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 Paci c 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
Views took in the full size of the GrainCorp Terminal in Parkes along Eugowra Road.
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 le corner.
town’s west look enormous.
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
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Anaphylaxis in pets
By PARKES VET
Anaphylaxis episodes in cats and dogs aren’t common, but when they do occur, it can be alarming and quite confronting for pet owners as it is considered a true medical emergency.
What is Anaphylaxis?
Anaphylaxis is a sudden, severe allergic reaction that occurs when a pet’s immune system overreacts to a foreign substance-known as an allergen.
Unlike mild allergic reactions, anaphylaxis can affect multiple body systems at once, including the respiratory, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal systems.
This condition develops rapidly and can lead to shock, collapse, or even death if not treated immediately.
Anaphylaxis is considered a true medical emergency.
While it’s more commonly reported in dogs than cats, both species can be a ected.
The most common triggers include insect stings (like bees or wasps), vaccines, medications, certain foods, and bites from other animals.
What are the signs/symptoms?
The dramatic allergic reaction of anaphylaxis usually leads to a state of cardiovas-
cular shock, where the body is no longer able to circulate blood e ectively.
This is a life-threatening emergency, and recognising the signs early is critical.
Common symptoms include:
* Swelling, especially around the face, muzzle, or eyes
* Di culty breathing, wheezing, or open-mouth breathing (particularly in cats)
* Weakness, wobbliness, or sudden collapse
* Sudden vomiting or diarrhoea
Because insect bites are one of the most common triggers, symptoms o en appear shortly a er a pet has been outside.
This can sometimes lead to confusion with other emergencies-such as snake bites, particularly during the warmer months when both risks are higher. What should you do if your pet shows anaphylaxis-like symptoms?
Because of its severe e ect on the pet’s circulation, anaphylaxis is very serious and necessitates urgent veterinary treatment.
Depending on the pet’s symptoms, this may include adrenaline injections to support blood circulation, intravenous uids to improve blood volume, antihistamines, and medications to relax constricted airways.
If you suspect your pet is su ering from anaphylaxis, seek urgent veterinary care immediately. Calling ahead to inform your veterinary clinic of your arrival is crucial, as it allows the team to prepare for prompt emergency treatment.
direct enquires and resume to Chris Quigg by email to christine.towers@det.nsw.edu.au or phone (02) 6862 1844
Donato praises successful first Seniors Expo
By STATE MEMBER FOR ORANGE PHIL DONATO
Earlier this month I delivered a notice of motion in the NSW Legislative Assembly, congratulating Neighbourhood Central on hosting the inaugural Seniors Expo at Parkes on 4 May. I wanted to recognise this free event, which showcased the latest in products and services for in-home aged care, healthcare support, mental health and general wellness, as well as enabling seniors to be better informed and condent, and empowering attendees to lead their best lives. Well done to all of the Neighbourhood Central team, and I expect the success of this year’s event will attract even more people to the next one.
BARKER, Sr Marie Patricia
Late of Southern Cross Village, Parkes. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. Aged 96 years.
Member of the Australian Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of Australia and Papua New Guinea. Dearly loved sister of Phoebe (dec), Kathleen, Dorothy, Peter (dec), Michael (dec), Anthony (dec), Eileen, Margaret and Jim. Much loved sister-in-law and Aunt of her nephews and nieces. Cherished member of the Sisters of Mercy.
State Member for Orange Phil Donato, Maria Buchanan, Kim Sheridan and Cr Joy Paddison at the inaugural Seniors Expo in Parkes. PHOTO: Supplied
Anaphylaxis episodes in cats and dog is not common. The condition develops rapidly and can lead to
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PISCES
By PETER BRISTOL
June Monthly Medal
The June Telescope Tyres / Hankook Masters Monthly Medal was played on Satur day, and our day sponsor be ing Parkes Courier Services.
PGC and Parkes Courier Services have a long asso ciation, and we are grateful to the Thompson family for their ongoing support of golf in Parkes.
The course was immacu late with recent top-up rain fall - the sta of Logan and Brenton had been hard at work cutting the fairways a bit wider for the bene t of players, plus also taking some length of the top to get the rollout happening.
The day couldn’t have pre sented any better with near zero wind and what felt like a warm autumn day.
There were 69 players en joying 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.
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
the course to go up that ex tra step on the ladder.
Perfect conditions for June medal
“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
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 di cult scoring was.
Nearest the pins - 18th A grade Ross Williams (F) while no B grader found the green at the 9th.
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.
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.
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.
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 o cials 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
PARKES GOLF
Parkes Que Club’s Barbara Thompson, Kath 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.
Knife’s Edge won this year’s $40,000 Parkes Services Club Parkes Gold
Race 6 winners Barry Langtry, Tony Todd from the Coachman Hotel, Vicki Langtry, Scott Sanbrook with Parkes Jockey Club president Alex Prout.
6 Turned Down and 10 Cougars.
Jock, Jake to contest next round after close matches
PARKES BOWLS
By COL MILLER
On Saturday we had two semi nal games of Minor Singles.
In the rst 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 ght 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 du ties.
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 nal of the Minor Sin gles will now be between Jock Townsend and Jake Brown on a date to be advised and should be a cracker of a game.
Freeman and Col Hayward 15 to 13.
and Col Mudie 26 to 16. Ethan Lac ey and Wilbur Harris came out in front of Col Woods and Joe Simp son 22 to 13.
On Saturday we had 26 social bowlers, what a great a ernoon weather wise.
Rink 1 Jim Blake and Ron Hor-
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
with Rob Lacey, Steve Ryan and Col Miller holding a 2 shot win over Geo Smith, Bruce Orr and Steve Turner 18 to 16.
We have no Thursday social
$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 ra e 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 Gri th, 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 a er 8 ends. It’s 8 all a er 11 ends and 13 all a er 16 ends. Team Chew lead 17-13 a er 17 ends and 19-14 a er 19 ends. Team Harrison lead 20-19 a er 22 ends. Team Chew take the lead back 22-20 a er 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 Gri th and Paul Lewin.
Team Lewin led 5 nil after 3 ends and 8-1 a er 5 ends. Team Lewin led 15-4 a er 9 ends and 18-7 a er 13 ends. Team Lewin led 21-11 a er 17 ends, 25-12 a er 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 Grifth and Tony Bright.
Team Lewin led 3-1 af-
ter 2 ends and 10-2 a er 5 ends. Team Lewin led 13-5 a er 8 ends and 27-6 a er 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 a er winning his Sectional game.
He progressed to the Round of 32 where he was unfortunately defeated but not without a good ght back.
The members are proud of your bowling e orts. 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 e orts.
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 di erent clubs)
State Over 40’s Pairs (must be from same club)
State Rookie Singles
State Rookie Pairs (can be from di erent 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 o 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 a ernoons 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 rst 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
Around the grounds
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.
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.
HOCKEY
Mariah Williams
Parkes’ very own Hockeyroo, Mariah Williams has been named in the squad for the nal leg of the FIH Pro League Season Six. Mariah will represent the Hockeyroos in Europe and the United Kingdom this June.
The Hockeyroos kick o their tour in Amsterdam against Olympic champions the Netherlands on 7 and 8 June.
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 yer 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 Ra es, 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!
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.
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
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.
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
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 e orts 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.
participate in intensive training sessions by local
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 tness 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
By CHRISTINE LITTLE
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 rst 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.
Four sets of brothers make hockey history
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.
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
represented WRAS at the academy games in Tamworth. (Insert) Addison Summerhayes.
HOCKEY
SIENNA COLLINS.
Collins in medal-winning NSW team
Hockey boys U21 side in the Australian U21s Men’s Championships.
The championships was o to a rocky start for the NSW side with a 5-4 loss to Western Australia followed by a 3-1 loss to
in pool A before nals.
NSW were then up against pool B winners Queensland in quarter nals.
In an outstanding game for the blues side NSW were able to walk into the semi nals with a
the grand nal 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.
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.
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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.
FootyNRL TIPPING
Toby Collins was part of the NSW Hockey U21 Boys team which claimed silver at the Australian U21 Men’s Championship. PHOTO: NSW Hockey
FOUR SETS OF BROTHERS MAKE HOCKEY HISTORY
rivalry - whether it’s Australia and New Zealand, NSW and Queensland, or Parramatta and Canterbury.
much bigger than Parkes and Forbes.
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 rst grade but all other grades too, league tag, 18s and reggies - has become famous
window whenever Parkes and Forbes meet, either way Dwyer will be looking to use it to their advan-
“You always rather be playing at
“Hopefully we can string a few Dwyer will be leaning on Tom Phillips and Cody Crisp for support, both have consistently been his stand-out players this season in
“They have both been leading from the front pretty much every
“And they’ve been playing big minutes in the middle and they’re League tag will kick the weekend derby o at Pioneer Oval from 10.30am, which will be followed by 18s, reserve grade and then rst grade, all play against Forbes. All other sides have a bye.
PARKES HARNESS RACING CLUB
Parkes Harness Racing Club will race again on Friday June 6th 2025. There are 8 races scheduled rst race to start at 6.22pm. Gates will be open from 5pm.
Sponsors for the meeting
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.
