Roxane Manley

Roxane is a true local to the Forbes and Parkes areas. Having been with the Phoenix for a number of years, she is passionate about her region and loves being involved with the local community.

Parkes Railway Bowling Club

August 1, 2024 By Roxane Manley

MIDWEST REGION CHAMPIONSHIPS

We hosted the Finals of the Midwest Region Fours Championships on Saturday with huge results for our club. We would like to thank the Midwest Region for allowing us to host this event. Winners were as follows. Open Reserves Orange City, Senior Women’s Lithgow Workies, Senior Men’s Orange Country Club, State Women’s West Dubbo, and State Men’s Parkes Railway. Special mention to our Men’s winners, Junior Thorne, Ray Griffith, John Corcoran and Tony Bright.

MENS PENNANTS

Our Division 3 side hosted Molong for a 9-1, 64-59 win to be top of their pool.

Our Division 4 side hosted Peak Hill also for a 9-1, 66-64 win to be second in their pool after 3 rounds. This week on Sunday 4th August at 11am our Division 3 side are at home to Cowra and our Division 4 side head to West Dubbo.

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS

The 2024/25 Club Championships nominations are up and will be closing shortly.

Please get your teams sorted and names up to avoid missing out. This week we have Social Bowls on Wednesday 31st July at 1pm. Social Bowls on Saturday 3rd August at 1pm.

Be Seen @ Forbes Pony Club

August 1, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Thank you to everyone who attended for an action packed day full of horses, friends and lots of smiles.

Thank you to the amazing judges who volunteered your time this, and your feedback on how lovely the riders were.

To all the members that volunteered over the weekend, cooking , setting up, canteen, judging, big THANK YOU!

New Parkes Roundabout To Be Biggest In The Central West

July 25, 2024 By Roxane Manley

NSW Labor’s Duty MLC for Orange Stephen Lawrence said “The Parkes Bypass is a project that will provide improve road safety, reduce travel times and increase efficiencies for the freight industry.

The biggest roundabout in central west New South Wales will be built on Condobolin road as a key feature of the Parkes Bypass.

The Newell Highway bypass of Parkes has been in planning for decades to alleviate the constant flow of heavy freight vehicles and visitor traffic passing through the town.

The Australian Government is contributing $229.7 million to the $287.2 million project, with the remaining contribution being made by the NSW Government.

The project is part of the $1.5 billion investment from the Australian and NSW governments into the Newell Highway Corridor, with the Australian Government committing $1.1 billion.

State Member for Orange Phil Donato said “It’s fantastic to see this once in a generation Parkes Bypass project progressing.

“Also importantly, this project is not only delivering road and transport benefits — it’s also supporting 350 jobs and injecting vital funds into small businesses in Parkes and the broader Central West region, which is bouncing back stronger than ever after unprecedented floods.”

Construction work to build the new 98-metre-diameter roundabout started during the July school holidays.

The large roundabout – which will allow motorists to travel at 80 km/h – will also feature a large sculpture in its centre, which has been designed in collaboration with Parkes Shire Council.

Motorists will be detoured around the site during work. For further information on the Parkes Bypass you can visit www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/current-projects/parkes-bypass

Be Seen @ FRUC Ladies Day

July 25, 2024 By Roxane Manley

There was an excellent turn out for Ladies Day last Saturday despite the weather.

It was a huge win for 1st grade in a top of the table clash against Bathurst Bulldogs 28-26.

Close game for the Women with a 5-17 loss and 2nd grade going down 19-32.

Less Than One Week To Go To Have Your Say On Telecommunications Issues

July 25, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Australians living and working in regional, rural and remote communities have under a week to have their say on telecommunications issues as part of the Australian Government’s Regional Telecommunications Review.

The Hon Alannah MacTiernan, Chair, Regional Telecommunications Independent Review Committee, has urged people to spread the word about the Review to friends, family and colleagues across regional Australia before it closes on Wednesday 31st July at 11:59pm.

People can have their say in a number of ways:

1. Making a submission online, or in writing to: Regional Telecommunications Review, GPO Box 594, CANBERRA ACT 2601

2. Completing a short survey which takes 10 minutes.

Previous Reviews have led to policy initiatives and programs such as the Mobile Black Spot Program and the National Audit of Mobile Coverage; all a result of community feedback.

For information on the Review, making a submission, or completing the survey, visit https://www.rtirc.gov.au/consultation

Rooting For A Greener Parkes: Celebrate National Tree Day

July 25, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Each year, approximately 300,000 Australians volunteer their time to participate in various environmental activities, educating themselves and others about the natural world.

Parkes Shire Council, in collaboration with Central West Lachlan Landcare and Planet Ark, is celebrating National Tree Day on Sunday 28 July 2024, 10am to 12pm. The event will take place at the Parkes Wetlands on Akuna Road, adjacent to the Parkes Wastewater Treatment Plant. National Tree Day is Australia’s largest community treeplanting and nature care event.

Participants are able to register to volunteer through the National Tree Day website or sign up in person on the day of the event.

Attendees are urged to wear durable footwear and warm clothing, and to bring adequate quantities of water.

For the Parkes Shire, this year’s planting efforts will focus on re-establishing Fuzzy Box woodland community and connecting it to the mature riparian vegetation along Goobang Creek. This initiative builds on previous National Tree Day activities held across the wetlands site and promises to leave a lasting legacy.

Parkes Shire Council’s Environmental and Sustainability Coordinator, Michael Chambers, expressed the benefits of the tree planting initiative.

“Over decades, the plantings will mature and eventually become hollow-bearing trees, creating crucial habitat for many native animals. This will enhance the local ecosystem and improve outcomes for our local natural environment,” Mr Chambers said.

Getting involved in National Tree Day offers citizens an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while making a personal contribution to the environment. The event aligns with Planet Ark’s vision of fostering a deeper connection between people and nature.

In addition to National Tree Day on 28 July, Parkes will also observe School Tree Day on Friday 26 July. Since the initiative began in 1996, the National Tree Day program has significantly impacted Australian communities, with approximately 27 million trees planted to date.

Be Seen @ Nations Of Origin Tournament

July 25, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Parkes PCYC sent 3 teams to Sydney last week to compete in the Nations of Origin Tournament. Ollie, Kate and Andy Thomas prepared one of the footy teams.

Parkes PCYC Club Manager Kimberlet Sherrett helped the kids raise over $20,000 to be able to participate. Torin Hando and Jordan McDougall prepared the other team.

This was the first Nations of Origin Tournament that Parkes PCYC have competed in, so it was seen as an historic moment. Sam Clark prepared the gym girls.

Golfers Scoring Below Expected

July 25, 2024 By Short Putt

Marcus Inder, Nick Inder and Kailab Tyne are prepared for their game.

On Saturday field of 70 turned out for the Mens golf event, a 2-Person Ambrose, sponsored by Hassall Trading P/L. The Scratch winners were the pair of Tim West and Steve Betland. Their score of 68 needed a count back to get the win. Unlucky Runners-up were Alf Davies and Phil Duke who needed on shot less on the back-9.

In the Handicap, Brianna and Carolyn Duncan combined for a worthy 65 nett. But they also fought off a count back, pushing Alf Davies and Phil Duke into another Runner-up spot.

The NTP’s were: 9th – Men: B Parker, Ladies: H Davidson; 18th – Men: B Ashton, Ladies: S Crosby. The Pro Shop Super-pin, went to Sean Brindle whose shot was a long way off but the only name on the sheet. The ball sweep went to 71 nett on count back. The visitors came from Trundle, Caragabal and Parkes.

A reminder for the Trundle Open on Aug 3&4, and the Temora Open on 10th and 11th August. And do not forget to Register for the PGA Scramble to be held on 1st September. This weekend the comp is an 18-hole 4BBB Stableford Medley, vying for the Hawke Trophy, and there is the Stableford Medley on Sunday.

By Short Putt

Nominate A Local Hero That Needs Support

July 25, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Do you know of a community member who deserves recognition and support? If you do, we encourage you to nominate them to win free Jim’s Group services.

Aussies are doing it tough at the moment.

The cost-of-living crisis is hurting a lot of people and yet despite this many people continue to soldier on helping out others across the local community demonstrating incredible kindness, fortitude and selflessness.

Jim Penman, founder and head of the nation’s largest franchise group, the Jim’s Group, wants to help our nation’s local heroes and he has launched a Local Heroes Program to give back to people who are struggling and acknowledge and reward them for their incredible contributions to the community.

The Jim’s Local Heroes Program is an extraordinary initiative that will give away over $100k worth of services this year to struggling Aussies across the country. The program is being delivered nationwide with members of the community invited to nominate a local hero who is doing it tough and deserves recognition and support.

The program officially kicked off in Melbourne and is now being rolled out across the entire country. Local heroes will receive any type of Jim’s Group service that they need. Every week, one winner will receive up to $2,000 worth of Jim’s Services. The program is being described as life changing.

“We are proud to help out Aussies in need and we are calling on people to nominate a local hero who deserves a helping hand and would benefit from the donation of Jim’s Group services,” Penman said.

“The Jim’s Group comprises over 50 divisions including lawn mowing, cleaning, painting, bathroom renovations and plumbing, landscaping and much more. With our broad and wonderful range of highly rated services and amazing group of franchisees, we are looking forward to helping out Aussies in need.”

The giveaway also includes Jim’s Healthcare services which launched this month.

Nominations are now open for the community to nominate via https://jims.net/jimslocalheroes/

Snippets…

July 25, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Natasha Maclaren-Jones, Dianne Scott (Executive Officer), Shonel Redfern and Mel Evans (Family Support).

Neighbourhood Central: Neighbourhood Central hosted The Hon Natasha Maclaren-Jones MLC to their head office in Parkes.

Natasha is the Shadow Minister for Families and Communities, Disability Inclusion, Homelessness and Youth. The Family Support team provide events and services such as Parkes Paint the Town REaD, literacy events, supported playgroups, Boori Easter community event at Peak Hill, supported parenting programs, youth groups and case management. The Neighbourhood Centre at Parkes and the Community Hub at Peak Hill are vital resources for community support and information.

Galari – River – Arts Forbes Inc: “Community” & “Friendly”…says it all! Every Wednesday we’ve been meeting at Club Forbes.We thoroughly appreciate the space and assistance provided to us during our planning journey this year. Established in 1918; Club Forbes’ commitment to the Forbes community is truly embedded. Support the club that supports our town.

Rural Women’s Network: Do you want to learn how to capture your audience’s attention through compelling videos? Don’t miss out on the next TAFE NSW – Women in Business webinar, Social Media Video Strategies for Success. Wednesday 31st July, 12pm-1pm. Hosted by digital marketing expert Laura Prael, who was the recent winner of two prestigious Business NSW

awards, Outstanding Business Leader, 2022 – regional and state titles and Excellence in Small Business, 2022 and 2023 – regional title. Register now at https://www.tafenswevents.com.au/event/women-inbusiness—social-media-video-strategiesfor-success-e8539

Forbes Shire Council: If you are looking for a Council donation or sponsorship (both in-kind or cash contribution) towards a project or event, Council’s Community Funding round is open, closing on 31st July. For more information https://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au or contact Council’s Community Relations Officer on 6850 2300 or community@forbes.nsw.gov.au

Central West Farming Systems: GRDC Harvester SetUp Workshops are back.

Registrations open now for the Tichborne GRDC Harvester SetUp workshop. Learn practical advice to increase harvest efficiency, minimise grain losses and prevent fire.

Free and catered event, Thursday 5th September. Register at http://bit.ly/43vWe52

Forbes Magpies Junior Rugby League: The GUYS catch up is back on Sunday 28th July from 7:30am at the Boys to the Bush Office by the Lake in Forbes. Come along for ice baths, connections and breathwork.

Roxane Manley

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