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Break Away From The Pack!

June 1, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

Do something different this June long weekend and experience real Australian bush hospitality at the famous Parkes Picnic Races.

Spend the weekend in 4 star luxury with a package that includes your own picnic hamper and fully licensed private race marquee, as well as transport to and from the track on race day.

You’ll also receive a complimentary continental breakfast with fresh locally grown fruits each morning you’re with us.

So, if dressing up and and spending the day socialising in the fresh country air sounds good to you, why not come and stay with us?

This is a limited time offer – rooms will fill quickly so make sure you book soon to avoid disappointment.

Call the Station Motel on 6862 0444 to book. Price: $490 for two nights twin share on Friday, 9th June to Sunday, 11th June in- cludes daily continental breakfast and race entry.

The Role Of Art In Dementia And Palliative Care

June 1, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

Dementia and Palliative Care will be the focus of information sessions run by Arts OutWest in Parkes on 21st June.

Arts and health coordinator Christine McMillan will be a guest speaker at the Little Theatre for two sessions from 11am to 1pm and 5:30 to 7:30pm.

She will talk about Art Connections, an art and dementia program coordinated by Arts OutWest at Jemalong Residential Village in Forbes.

The Dementia and Palliative Care ‘Getting it Together’ sessions provide insights into the management of dementia as a palliative illness and will be of great value to clinicians, health care workers, carers of people with dementia and members of the general public with in an interest in dementia.

The sessions will be held in conjunction with Western NSW LHD Palliative Care Service.

The principal presenter, Dr Jane Tolman, is a geriatrician based in Tasmania and an associate professor of aged care at the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre at the University of Tasmania where she is involved in both education and research. Jane’s talk will be highlighted by carer stories read by two actors, Kate Smith and Vince Melton from the Central West.

Jane has developed a new staging system for dementia, and it has gained wide- spread traction among carers, families and health professionals for its emphasis on dignity and the importance of palliation.

The sessions are free to attend but book- ings are requested. Register online via
http://profile.eventarc.com/profile/PEPAN- SW.

For further information contact Program of Experience in the Palliative Approach (PEPA) NSW project manager Janeen Foffani on (02) 9515 6424 or 0428 970 012 or PEPANSW@sswahs.nsw.gov.au

Grants for Ten Groups

June 1, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

Ten community and volunteer groups in the Parkes Shire will receive more than $20,000 in grants recently announced by the Australian Government.

The four groups in Parkes are Parkes Memorial Hill Rejuvenation ($5,000), Parkes Shire Concert Band ($4,800), Parkes Shire Food Service ($5,000) and the Parkes Tennis Club ($2,398).

The Peak Hill Art Gallery received $5,000, the Bogan Gate Community Memorial Hall $1,086 and $3,157 for the Central West Astronomical Society.

In Trundle the Abba Festival received $2,500, the Men’s Shed got $2,900 and the Trundle War Memorial School of Arts $4,000.

Hey Diddle Diddle Storytime Is A Fun Riddle

May 25, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

The leaping, high-flying cow had the record-breaking young audience in stitches on Wednesday at the Parkes Shire Library’s performance for Simultaneous Storytime.

The library joined the rest of the country for the annual event with all the pre-schools in Parkes attending, as well as the regular sto- ry timers and other members of the public.

“It is our best one yet,” said Sandie Ward who directed and narrated the performance of The Cow Tripped Over the Moon. “We seem to be getting bigger each year and might have to think of doing two shows next year to fit everyone in.”

The book by Tony Wilson is a story about friendship and perseverance. It is also a sto- ry about cows smacking into meteorites and hot air balloons and sand dunes.

Simultaneous Storytime not only promotes the value of reading and literacy, but also the fun of books and celebrates an Australian writer and publisher.

Members of the Library Council of NSW were also in the audience and were very impressed with the performance and the other services offered by the library. They visited Parkes Library for the first time in more than ten years to see how the library operates.

Shellie Buckle, Manager Cultural, Education and Library Services presented plans for expansion to the team and said she hoped for the best in the next round of grants opening in September.

Fire Station Open Day Highlights Safety

May 25, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

More than 50 families flocked to the Parkes Fire Station for the annual open day last Saturday.

Deputy Captain Cody Venaglia said the event was hugely popular. While the kids got to check out the equipment, sit in the truck and even spray the hose, the parents were targeted to make them aware of fire safety.

Cody estimated that Parkes fire crews attend around 160 fires each year. While fire fighting is their most obvious activity, they also have specialty training in HAZMAT chemical spills, and rescue services for road accidents.

Cody admits they’ve even rescued cats from trees. “Once we arrived to rescue a cat from a tree, but when we got next to it, the cat jumped over to the tree next to it and ran down the trunk.”

He said they also rescued a Dalmatian puppy once, it had got its head stuck in a recliner. “That one was pretty memorable because of the association Dalmatian’s have with fire stations.”

The open days are scheduled to coincide with winter approaching and a lot of heating-related fires. “Fires start because of chimneys getting too dirty, or people putting a clothes horse in front of the heater,” Cody said.

His strongest words of advice was to “keep looking when you’re cooking, and don’t leave food unattended on the stove.”

By Raen Fraser

Running Star Honoured

May 25, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

Olympian marathon athlete Scott Westcott received a big surprise on Sunday morning when Mayor Ken Keith presented him with a Star of Parkes at the start of the Fun Run.

Scott, who ran in last year’s marathon at the Olympic Games, said he was overwhelmed and speechless by the gesture. “I did not even know you could name stars after people.”

The Mayor handed Scott his Star Name Deed certificate stating the star’s exact astronomically verified position. The Star of Parkes is a symbolic honour, inspired by the tradition of presenting the Key to the City.

The stars are reflective of the Parkes Shire –our starry skies, the iconic CSIRO Radio Telescope and the Shire’s shining future.

Scott, who grew up in the Shire and regularly returns for the Fun Run, waited more than 20 years to claim his place on an Australian OIympic team.

What To Wear To The Races

May 25, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

Have you got your outfit ready for the social highlight of the year, the Parkes Picnic Races on 10th June?

Dressing for the races in winter is challenging as you want to look your stylish best, but also need to keep warm. Here are some suggestions:

Materials and Fabrics: A wool blend/ tweed has a warm, wintery feel. Leather trims can look great or be brave and wear a whole leather garment, like a pencil skirt. Faux fur trims bring a cosy, yet stylish, touch to an outfit.

Shapes and Silhouettes: Be flexible with sleeve lengths because you can al- ways cover up with a jacket or shawl. Play around with different shapes of sleeves.

Winter Colours: Rich jewel tones are favourites in winter, such as navy, maroon, deep purple, copper, emerald green, mus- tard, oranges, tan and the classic black, white and grey. Metallic accessories are fun to play around with too.

Capes and Jackets: A fun addition to an outfit is to wear a cape over the top. Capes come in many different colours and pat- terns and look very on trend.

Gloves: People love to wear gloves in winter. They can be made of leather, suede or wool and come in a variety of different col- ours and lengths ranging from half palm to full length. This can add in an extra colour.

Millinery: Millinery of the season is often made of felt, wool, leather and silks and is adorned with trims such as feathers, leath- er flowers, lace and veiling. Metal crowns

and headpieces are trending too.

Accessories: Metallic accessories are popular and can be a great way to vamp up a dull dress. Think gold, silver, bronze and chrome, as well as stones and jewels.

Shoes: Put away your strappy summer heels and snuggle into enclosed shoes.

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Years Of Experience At Janice

At Janice Cassidy’s Hair Salon clients will experience a positive atmosphere and friendly staff. With over 90 years combined experience, the salon offers expertise in all aspects of hairdressing, including style cutting, razoring, colouring foiling and ba- layage, perming and body waves, as well as styling for formal occasions.

On Wednesday you will receive 20% discount on all hairdressing services.

Janice wants to thank her long-term clients and welcomes new patrons.

Parkes Historical Society

May 25, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

The tea towel bedspread on display at the Henry Parkes Museum until the June long weekend has a long and colourful history. Tricia Jackson (Hutton) started buying and collecting tea towels more than 35 years ago on her first visit overseas to England. She first bought one for her grandmother Elizabeth Medlyn.

This encouraged her to start her own collection expanding to about 30 tea towels representing special memories of family trips and holidays.

When Tricia rediscovered the towels recently she decided to have the towels made into a bedspread. Rose Jones jumped at the chance to make something different for her favourite hobby.

One side of the quilt depicts English, Scottish, Irish and other country scenes, while the reverse side depicts Australian and New Zealand scenes. Some of the Australian scenes bring back memories of books and colourful birds. There is also one called Dolphin Dreaming with drawings of indigenous Australian animals.

The leftover tea towels were made into two pillow shams and a carrybag.

This display is one of the most unusual objects we have ever had at the Museum, so if you like to look at lovely unusual things please come and visit the Museum and enjoy the lovely objects we have in our collection.

By Yvonne Hutton

Snippets…

May 25, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

New CEO: Jeff Evans is the new CEO for Currajong Disability Services (CDS). With over 25 years experience in the not-for- profit sector, Jeff knows his next task of preparing CDS for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) roll-out will arguably be his biggest. “My main objective is to prepare CDS for the transition into the NDIS,” said Jeff.

With the massive changes occurring in the industry, Evans and his team are getting ready for the roll-out over the next few months while also trying to minimise dis- ruption to existing services, those that use them and their routines. Consistency and continuity with service operations will re- main top priority for the new CEO and his team despite the implementation of a new scheme.

Parkes Camera Club: Steve Ostini was elected President of the Parkes Camera Club last week. The rest of his committee are: Vice-President Keith Turk, Secretary Julie Brown, Assistant Secretary Frances Thornton, Treasurer Jackie Charlton, Assistant treasurer Lorraine Job, other members Maree Tanswell, Rebecca Chatman, Joanne Chatman and Debra Wren, public- ity officer Lorraine Job, patrons Neil Skin- ner and Hazel Barton, Social Media Editor Keith Turk, competition manager Rebecca Chatman. Two members received special thanks for their service: Jim Mackay held the Treasurer position for the past 24 years, and Frances Thornton was Secretary for eight years. Jim was also voted to become a Life Member of the club.

Let’s Take The Next Steps: Parkes residents are invited to be a part of and celebrate National Reconciliation Week. The Lachlan Reconciliation Group will celebrate tomorrow with a Sea of Hands display and free community barbecue at the park adjacent to the Parkes Visitor Information Centre from 10am. Members of the public are invited to plant a hand and celebrate and reflect on Australia’s indigenous history and culture.

Mayoral Notes

May 25, 2017 By Maggi Barnard

On Wednesday over 180 children packed the Coventry Room for a live performance of The Cow Tripped Over the Moon for National Simultaneous Storytime. Parkes Shire Library staff joined libraries, schools and bookshops across Australia to simultaneously act out the picture book.

Parkes welcomed up-and-coming sport- ing stars with the NSW PSSA AFL championships and the Netball NSW Schools Cup for the West/Central West areas held in town this week.

As part of the first stage of implemen- tation of the Parkes Main Street Vibrancy Strategy, temporary outdoor dining platforms will be piloted in the CBD. The platforms, designed exclusively for Parkes Shire Council, are transportable and will allow businesses to increase their dining capacity and expand the outdoor dining options in the town centre. Bella’s Café will be the first establishment to trial the dining platform.

Next week, Parkes will take part in National Reconciliation Week, with a num- ber of events planned to commemorate two significant anniversaries in Australia’s reconciliation journey: 50 years since the 1967 referendum, and 25 years since the historic Mabo decision. The theme is ‘Let’s Take the Next Steps’, with locals asked to be a part of the next big steps in our na- tion’s reconciliation journey. Find out about events at www.parkes.nsw.gov.au

Enjoy your weekend.

Your Faithfully,

Cr Ken Keith OAM
Mayor of Parkes Shire

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