Maggi Barnard

Maggi Barnard has been with the Parkes Phoenix since it was established in March 2016 and loves writing about her community.

Hey And Guise Retain Crown

June 22, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

Robert Hey and Lynne Guise retained their crown as the Parkes Golf Clubs Mixed Foursomes Champions with a narrow one-shot victory over Ian Phipps and Kaye Jones on Sunday.

In the Consolation Division junior lady golfer Kasey Fay-Rice made it back-to-back titles when she teamed with Peter Bristol to take the title on 146, some 9 shots clear of Vince Kelly and Sue Holman.

In the Liz Matthews-sponsored handicap section Ian Phipps and Kaye Jones finished on 109.25, which were 2.75 shots clear of the runners-up Steve Simpson and Cathy Kelly. In the consolation section Tim Burke and Margaret Stone spreadeagled the field after returning a great 104.50 nett, some 10 shots clear of the eventual runners-up Vince Kelly and Sue Holman.

Ball winners on the day went to 112 Steve Simpson and Cathy Kelly; 113.25 Phil Bar- nard and Glynis Conroy; 113.50 Robert Hey and Lynne Guise; 114.50 Vince Kelly and Sue Holman and on 116 were Peter Bristol and Kasey Fay-Rice.

Our Gal

June 22, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

Marg Applebee

How long have you lived in Parkes and what do you like about living here?
I moved to Parkes with my parents and sib- lings in 1989, was away for a little while and made my way back. Parkes is big enough to have good facilities and services, but small enough to still have a country town feeling. I also love that we are close to cities and fabulous little communities.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work?
I work for Central West Lachlan Landcare (CWLL). I enjoy meeting people who are doing their bit in their patch, not expecting rewards or promotion. I am learning every day!

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends?
Spending time with family and friends, gardening, camping.

What are you really good at?
The term ‘really good’ is a bit of a challenge. I think that I try hard to make a difference and I do the best that I can.

If you could have a super power, what would it be?
After enjoying watching Wonder Woman on the long weekend, I’m pretty up on my super power knowledge. Mine would be to heal hearts and relationships.

What is your pet hate?
I try not to hate anything, because hate wastes your energy, hurts you and warps your perception. One dislike would be ungratefulness, particularly when we have so much to be grateful for.

Tell us about your best holiday ever.
I always love Tassie and always want to go back again, but growing up, we lived quite a distance from our grandparents and didn’t get to see them very often. I think visiting my grandparents dairy farm was where I learnt the most about people, relationships and gained my greatest appreciation of nature, farming and their connection.

Draw For Parkes Boars And Orange City Lions

June 22, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

The Boars faced the City Lions in Orange last Saturday on a cold winters day and came home with a draw.

Parkes shot out of the blocks in the first two minutes when Lloyd Rogers placed a ball on flying winger Dyllan Phillips who bolted 50m scoring on the wing. A turn over scrum won by Parkes again saw Rogers take the ball. This time he turned inside the pack and crossed next to the posts. He converted his own and the Boars had a 12-0 lead into the break.

City came back with their big lock Joe Alexander pulling in a loose ball to cross for their first points. The conversion was missed leaving the score 12-5.

Lock Israel Symington worked his way to the wing and found the ball from a wide pass through outside centre Ben Powlay. Symington’s inside pass put fly half John Rathbone on the ball and he ducked, dived and crossed wide on the wing. The conversion scraped the posts but nothing added: 17-5.

City bustled from a scrum on the 15m mark and finally crossed out wide. Unable to add the extras, the score was 17-10.

The final 15 minutes of the match had both teams working hard. City found a gap after Parkes were down to 14 players and after repeated scrums fly half Keegan Harding crossed next to the posts. Adding the extras drew the score to 17 all.

City had a golden opportunity to put the match away with a penalty goal attempt right in front on the final whistle. The ball hit the centre post and bounced back into play to keep the score a draw.

Best and fairest points were awarded to: 3 points – winger Joe Nash; 2 points: prop Leo Havilli; 1 point- winger Dyllan Phillips; players player: Leo Havilli.

By Cath Ryan

Window Myths Busted

June 22, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

There are several myths when it comes to windows. Glassplace can help you sort the fact from the fiction.

Myth: You need Council or planning permission to replace windows.
Fact: Replacement of existing windows and doors does not require a planning permit, unless your home is heritage listed.

Myth: Windows don’t have any effect on energy efficiency.
Fact: Experts estimate that up to 70% of energy is lost through windows and doors, and 90% of this heat loss occurs through glass.

Myth: Double glazed windows work best.
Fact: Double glazed windows work well in hot and cold climates, however low-E glass works just as well. Also known as Pyrolytic, Smart glassTM, or Comfort PlusTM, it works in three ways: it reduces direct heat radiation from the sun; it reduces the hot and cold energy transfer between the inside and outside of the window; and the tinted version cuts down glare.

Myth: Anyone can install windows.
Fact: Not everyone can install windows correctly. Poor installation can result in leaking, drafts and difficulty opening and closing.

Hot And Spicy Snags A Winner

June 22, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

He’s done it again! Forbes butcher Shannon Bermingham’s hot and spicy sausages took out the top prize in the continental category at the regional Sausage King competition last week.

Shannon, well known to locals, also placed third in the continental category with German bratwurst, and third in the Traditional Australian Beef category with his Aussie beef snags.

Shannon has been a butcher for 23 years. “The Sausage King competition is great for small business to showcase our produce. We are very proud of our success in the event over the past several years,” he said.

The judges described Shannon’s hot and spicy sausages as having great taste and appearance. The good news is that they are available at Forbes Central Butchery for people to buy and try themselves!

Drop in and see Shannon and his team between 7.30am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

Tax Talk

June 22, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

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Mayoral Notes

June 22, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

Council has joined the Smart Water Advice website service making additional resources available on our website to help remind residents that even in the middle of winter, cutting back on your water use not only saves water but also saves energy, money and the environment. Residents and business operators can download information how to be water wise all year round via parkes.nsw.gov.au

In an effort to embrace new technology and improve customer service, Parkes Shire Council will be introducing a new corporate information system from 1st July. The new financial system means the way rates and water charges are levied will change. Residents can expect changes to water and rates notices, water BPay biller code and direct debit arrangements. For more information, visit parkes.nsw.gov.au or contact Council on 6861 2333.

Amenities at Kelly Reserve have improved following recent upgrades. The $50,000 project saw a concrete floor put in under the barbeque shelter, new all abilities ac- cess furniture installed, an all abilities path-way from the liberty swing to the shelter and carpark, a fresh lick of paint and new gutters on the shelter.

Residents are invited to attend the official dedication ceremony of the new Parkes Peace Precinct located within the Rotary Arboretum on Wednesday, 28th June at 11am. Have a fantastic weekend.

Yours Faithfully,
Cr Ken Keith OAM Mayor of Parkes Shire

Snippets

June 22, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

Free Dinner: A free evening meal is being offered to the community of Parkes on the first Monday of each month, commencing Monday, 3rd July from 5.30 to 6.30 pm in the Uniting Church Hall in Court Street. The doors will be open to anyone who would like to be part of this monthly gathering.

A guaranteed scrumptious home cooked nutritious meal will be prepared by the Uniting Church members and offered to residents of Parkes at no cost.

All are welcome, especially families, also folks looking for company and those who have stretched budgets.

Many thanks to Coles, St. George’s Pantry, Parkes Stationery and Christine’s Sign- writing who have all helped to make this venture possible!

Winter festival: The Bathurst Winter Festival runs from 1st to 16th July featuring an ice rink and a ferris wheel and two-storey carousel for the duration of the festival, and a Brew and Bite on Saturday 8th July with markets, entertainment, food, wine and beer and many more. Visit www.bathurstwinterfestival.com.au for more information.

Peace Precinct: The Rotary Club of Parkes will host the re-dedication of Parkes as a Rotary Peace community by Mayor Ken Keith on Wednesday, 28th June.

Parkes was declared a Rotary International Peace Community in 2012. How- ever the site of the commemoration was deemed inappropriate, so the club has overseen the construction of a Peace Precinct that can be enjoyed by the whole community and is a worthwhile addition to the Rotary Arboretum.

Rotary invites the general public to the ceremony next week at 11am. The Peace Precinct is in the park on the East Street side near the corner of Bushman Street.

The club will provide tea and coffee and sausage sandwiches provided free to school children and a gold coin donation for adults.

Question of the Week

June 22, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

What do you think about the skate park expansion?

Connor Hughes and Angus Mill:
Connor: It’s a great idea, it’ll help stop childhood obesity. We’ve been waiting a few years for this to happen.
Angus: It’s good, we need more room. Hopefully it’ll bring more people out to ride.

James Carter: I think it looks good. I thought it was going to be a little kids’ thing, but it has the potential to be great. We’ve got some pretty good people who ride here, so it’s good to accommodate them.

Pascal Berry: I love the new ramps they’re putting in, it’s something the park really needed. I’m busting to ride it.

Saving Water Just As Important In Winter

June 22, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

Parkes Shire Council would like to remind residents that even in the middle of winter, cutting back on water use not only saves water but also saves energy, money and the environment.

To help Parkes Shire residents learn more about how they can be water wise all year round, Council has joined the Smart Water Advice website service. “These resources have been compiled by industry professionals and are an excellent place to start when look- ing for ways to save water in and around your home, garden and at work,” said Andrew Francis, Council’s Director Infrastructure.

“Small every day actions around the home and work place add up to big water savings overall, and will go a long way to help ensure our water supply is preserved coming into the warmer months,” Andrew said.

The Smart Water Advice website has a number of resources that can be used and downloaded by Council staff, businesses and resi- dents. It can be accessed via Councils website.

Maggi Barnard

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