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All Ages Podiatry & Mobility – Now Open 5 Days

April 18, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Pictured is Karen Thompson, pop down to 89 Lachlan St, Forbes and say hi.’

After 8 years of providing podiatry services to Forbes, Parkes and surrounding towns, All Ages Podiatry is now offering a wide range of mobility equipment, and as such has been rebranded All Ages Podiatry & Mobility.

The mobility showroom and podiatry clinic at 89 Lachlan Street, Forbes is now open weekdays from 9am-4pm.

Along with this new offering comes a new face who may be familiar to some. Karen Thompson has now joined the team and will be operating the mobility store. Karen has lived in Parkes for over 50 years and was previously a Senior Service Advisor with a local home care provider. With years of experience in health and aged care, Karen’s knowledge will be an asset to the community.

“We’re excited to make mobility equipment more accessible to the Forbes community! From walkers and shower chairs to mobility scooters, recliner lift chairs and adjustable beds, we know that Forbes is going to benefit from having access to these aids all in one place right on their doorstep,” Mrs Thompson said.

Studies show that a lifestyle that is too sedentary can lead to a number of chronic conditions, including heart disease and diabetes. A mobility scooter can help you to maintain your mobility and independence as you age. With added accessories such as cane holders and rear walker holders, you can ride to your favourite park or waterfront, and park your scooter while you go for a walk. Visit our website to view our range of scooters and scooter accessories or phone 02 4396 5179 to enquire today! https://allagespodiatry.com.au/product-category/scooters/

“We have a range of equipment available for hire, and we will be offering delivery to Forbes, Parkes, and surrounding towns.”

To contact the store or to book a podiatry appointment, phone 02 6815 7123.

A Passion For A Healthy Parkes Community

April 18, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Pictured is Daniel Wright, MC Peter Buckley, Leanne Rogers at Spirituality in the Pub on 8 April 2024..

The Holy Family Parish hosted a “Spirituality in the Pub’ evening on Monday, 8th of April with two vibrant and inspiring speakers, Leanne Rogers, and Daniel Wright. The event was in the function room at the Coachman Hotel, and many of the audience stayed on for dinner and a chat.

The topic, ‘A Passion for a Healthy Community’, was appropriate to their own lived experiences. Dan has been a paramedic in Parkes (NSW Ambulance Service) for the past 15 years. Dan lost his son Luke to suicide in 2019 and the grief and trauma suffered by his family prompted Dan to work towards preventing these tragedies in our community.

Dan lobbied for Parkes to be chosen as the first regional site for a Safe

Haven site in NSW. He also co-designed the concept of the site which is on the ground floor, Suite 3, 195-199 Clarinda Street. It is a place for people to go if they are feeling distressed or having suicidal thoughts.

People can talk openly about how they are feeling and what they are going through, and they will be supported, not judged.

Leanne grew up in Parkes and by age 18 was in Adelaide studying to become a nurse. After graduating and completing Intensive Care qualifications, she went back to a rural setting where she had opportunities to take on leadership roles and education positions. This included teaching medical students at Flinders Uni rural clinical school with an emphasis on quality, safety and patient focussed care, teaching through realistic healthcare simulation.

As a community we must have concern about each other. Every person’s story matters and a little bit of kindness goes a long way. Is your group, service club, organisation interested in supporting these amazing centres which are fostering community connections and adding new dimensions to the provision of mental health in Parkes?

If so, visit Safe Haven, talk to people like Daniel and Leanne to find out more contact Lynn Rogers, lynnandwayne@bigpond.com.

Myopia

April 18, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Myopia (also called short-sightedness) is an eye condition that causes blurry distance vision. A person with myopia can see clearly up close such as reading or looking at their phone screen, but to see when driving, watching tv or the smart board in class is blurry for them.

Myopia has always been around, but we are seeing a sharp increase in the prevalence of short sighted children in recent times. In Australia, the rate of short sightedness in 12 year olds has doubled in just six years and it is projected that by the year 2050, half of all people living in the world will be myopic! Not only are more children myopic today, but we are seeing them becoming myopic at an earlier age. This is not ideal, because we know that the earlier a child becomes myopic then the more severe their myopia is likely to become in the long run.

This can become a huge problem because myopia causes a host of different eye health problems in adulthood such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, macular degeneration and earlier cataract development.

You can help prevent your child’s risk of myopia by encouraging them to take regular breaks from close work, limiting their screen time to the recommended 2 hours maximum each day and encouraging them to spend time outdoors. Book them in for regular eye tests because the earlier that myopia is detected, the more that can be done to treat it and slow it down.

At Hansen Optometrists Parkes, we offer the full array of latest myopia treatments to help put the brakes on your child’s myopia progression.

Snippets

April 18, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Pictured out the front of the new Craft Corner premises is from left to right Sue Ridley, Craig Holmgreen and Liz Mulligan.

Craft Corner

Craft Corner would like to Welcome everyone to visit our new bright and roomy shop at 237 Clarinda St Parkes. (between the Butcher and Arnold’s).

Craft Corner showcases local arts and crafts. We are a not-for-profit run organisation staffed by a dedicated group of members and volunteers.

Located centrally at 237 Clarinda St Parkes. Take the time to come and browse our wonderful handcrafted items. We would like to thank our members and many others who helped us make the enormous task of moving so much easier. Craft Corner Parkes, Phone 68621034 Email – parkescraftcorner@gmail.com

Forbes Rugby Union Club

RUGBY IS BACK. Round one of the Blowes Cup this weekend sees our Men and Women head to Cowra to take on the Eagles. Colts will head to Mudgee to play their opening match of the season against the Wombats. Get out and about to support the mighty Platypi.

Parkes Leagues Club

School Holiday Fun at Parkes Leagues Club: Kids Bingo this Sunday, April 21st, at 2 PM!

Join us for a lively game of Kids Bingo where you can get a free book when you purchase one for $2. Choose between easy-to-use tablets or traditional paper books for a great time

Local Land Services NSW

Looking for somewhere to camp these school holidays? Camping on Travelling Stock Reserves (TSRs) can damage vegetation and habitats and lead to rubbish dumping. Be sure not to set up camp on a TSR. If you’re not sure where your local TSRs are located, you can contact your nearest Local Land Services office on 1300 795 299 to find out. There are some beautiful places to camp in NSW, to find a spot, visit https:// bit.ly/3vDHWEW

Parkes Musical & Dramatic

Society

A few good tickets have been released for this Sundays matinee. Get in quick. The season is selling very quickly with over 75% of all tickets sold already www.parkesmandd.com.au.

Box office is open from 10.30am each Sunday and one hour prior to every performance.

Kerin Health

Term 2 Pilates is now open for bookings. Next term kicks off on Monday 6th May, running for 9 weeks across our Forbes and Parkes studio locations.

Good news – You loved the introduction of Matwork Pilates classes last term, so we’re bringing these classes back for Term 2, PLUS – We’re launching a special new class this term!

For more info, and details on the men’s pilates class – head to our website to read more.

To book your place in Term 2, you can book online via our website (link in bio) or you can call us directly on 0437 746 749

Forbes Youth Action Team

#CHILLFEST2024 Calling all food vendors with a passion for flavour and a knack for events! It’s time to showcase your talents at ChillFest. Applications close on April 30th. If you’re ready to be part of an unforgettable Forbes weekend, this is your chance to shine.

Are you a food Vendor – Apply now to set up at Chillfest 2024.

Parkes Painting Group Annual Art Exhibition Opening Night

April 18, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Three of the paintings that will be on display, from the following local artists from left to right Joan Ash, Carole Lowe and Kerry Davies.

Tonight, Friday April 19th, is the Opening of the Annual Art Exhibition from the Parkes Painting Group. The Parkes Painting Group have now been going for 22 years and the exhibition is a display of 23 artists from the group and also 12 potters from the Parkes Potters group.

This year there will be a special guest artist, Glenn Morton, who has brought along 14 paintings to display in his section of the exhibition. Parkes Painters have previously done a number of workshops with Glenn and Glenn also judged the art section of the last Parkes Show as well. Glenn is a professional artist and not only are we lucky to have him involved this year, but Glenn has kindly donated a piece of artwork which has been mounted and framed and it is the prize for the raffle that will run over the entire two weeks of the exhibition.

The exhibition kicks off with the opening tonight, from 6pm – 9pm, the cost is $20 (Pay at the door) and the cost includes wine and nibbles. For atmosphere we will have Steve Lyndsay on Piano and Mayor Niel Westcott will be delivering the Opening night speech. but then runs for another two weeks from Saturday 20th of April up until Sunday 5th of May. The exhibition is being held in the Coventry Room at the Parkes Library, open Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm and Saturday – Sunday 10am – 3pm. All are welcome to come along and entry is free after opening night.

Snippets

April 11, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Pictured: Karen from Parkes Que Club together with PECC Teacher Michelle, PECC preschooler Codie & PECC Director Amii.

Parkes Early Childhood Centre Inc

Many thanks to Parkes Que Club Inc for your ongoing support towards our PECC Speech and Language Program. Your commitment to helping us to achieve best outcomes for our PECC children is greatly appreciated.

Central West Police District

Are you looking for a new career? Central West Police District is a great place to live and work.

And there are now even more reasons to join the NSW Police Force! You’ll be paid $30,000 as a recruit, and upon graduation receive a starting salary of over $80,000 plus allowances. If you’re ready to explore over 100 different career paths, start your application today https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment

Forbes Medicine & Mind

We are now taking bookings for flu vaccination clinics in April, Wed 17th (school holidays spots for kids) Tue 30th. To book 6852 2667 – appointments are limited.

Parkes Jockey Club

Expressions of Interest – Market Stalls

Parkes Jockey Club are currently taking Expressions of Interest from market stall holders wishing to secure a site at our Parkes Cup meeting on Sunday 19th May. Further info & EOI form can be accessed via the following link https://bit.ly/4aNaTgA

Forbes Youth Action Team

FYAT Presents: Forbes Drive in Movie

Join us on Friday 12 April at the Ski Dam for our Drive In Movie to kick off Youth Week watching TAG. Tickets Available per vehicle at https://www.123tix.com.au/events/42877/forbes-drive-in-movie Gates Open at 6pm for the movie to start at 7. FYAT will be giving out popcorn. You can even bring your own snacks if you wish. This event is funded by the Office for Regional Youth’s Holiday Break Program.

NSW Government

Stay up to date with all current warnings through the Hazards Near Me app – bit.ly/HazardsNearMeApp OR visit The Bureau’s website: bit.ly/BOMWeatherSummary.

If you live, work or regularly travel in a flash flood area, there may be no official warning for flash floods.

Stay out of rising water, look for safety in the highest available place.

Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.

Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.

Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.

In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, call the NSW SES on 132 500.

Trundle ABBA Festival

Mamma Mia, here we go again. Tickets and camping for Trundle ABBA Festival 2024 went on sale from 10am on Saturday 6 April. Stay tuned for more info and don’t forget to sign up to our newsletter: bit.ly/TrundleABBAnews

Lachlan Valley Vets Forbes/Grenfell

Introducing our amazing new vet Dr. Ayla.

Ayla is off a farm in Hamilton Victoria and studied at JCU Townsville, graduating at the end of 2023. Ayla loves all animals great and small, with a special interest in sheep medicine.

Please give a warm welcome to Dr Ayla.

Final Week To Apply For $10,000 ‘Indigenous Storytellers Scholarship’

April 11, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Pictured is Kristy Dickinson (Founder of Haus of Dizzy) one of the mentors involved in this year’s mentoring.

Time is running out for First Nations creatives to apply for the $10,000 Indigenous Storytellers Scholarship, with applications closing next week.

The Façon Magazine initiative, which is sponsored by Greater Bank, will see nine NSW-based Indigenous storytellers receive guidance from some of their industry’s most successful First Nations artists with one overall recipient taking home $10,000.

In its second year, the scholarship supports a diverse range of mediums including writing, fashion design, accessory design, art painting, music, dance, digital art, film, and photography, with category finalists paired with a world-class industry mentor.

Façon Magazine’s Editor-in-Chief, Lara Lupish said “As the deadline approaches, we’re excited to start sifting through all of the incredible applications.

“It’s never an easy task, but we’re genuinely excited to see the level of talent this year,” Ms Lupish said.

Greater Bank Chief Retail Officer David Baker said that he was eager to see the artistry of the 2024 entrants.

“We know from last year that the quality of entries is going to be very high, and we’re looking forward to seeing what the final week brings,” Mr Baker said. “There’s still time to enter – you may just receive the opportunity of a lifetime!”

2024 Indigenous Storytellers Scholarship mentors:

• Mitch Tambo (world musician)

• Samantha Harris (international supermodel)

• Sidney Saltner (Youth Program Director, Bangarra Dance)

• Professor Chelsea Watego (author of Another Day in the Colony)

• Kristy Dickinson (Founder of Haus of Dizzy)

• Stephen Page (Director of Spear)

• Nicole Chaffey (artist and Museum Gallery Director)

• Travis De Vries (digital artist and illustrator)

• Milly Hooper (photographer and exhibitor at Head On Photo Festival).

Applications for the 2024 Indigenous Storytellers Scholarship close at midday on 18 April, with the recipient to be announced during NAIDOC Week on 11 July.

For information visit faconaustralia.com/scholarship or greater.com.au

Bjorn Again Are Coming To Canowindra In A One Night Only Even

April 11, 2024 By Roxane Manley

The internationally renowned act will perform at the Canowindra Sports Complex on April 26th.

In an energetic display of glitz and dance, Bjorn Again will bring the stage to life playing all the much loved ABBA hits, as part of the 2024 Canowindra International Balloon Festival.

2024 marks fifty years since ABBA first burst onto the music scene with their Eurovision winning song, ‘Waterloo’. Their music and style changed the landscape of the music industry, and their impact still permeates today, with audiences young and old enjoying the vibe of the show.

Roundbox Events Director, Debra Clarke, said, “It is such a pleasure to be able to bring this renowned international performance to the Canowindra region. Bjorn Again’s show is spectacular, and for them to be here performing is a real coup. Whether you are an ABBA die hard fan or simply enjoy a great show, we truly believe this brings an additional layer of entertainment to the Balloon Festival we haven’t seen before and we hope the greater community gets behind it.”

Tickets are available at:

www.123tix.com.au,

Canowindra Services Club (cash only),

Balloon HQ at Canowindra Phoenix Office, 84 Gaskill Street, Canowindra

At the gate on the day (card only).

Aspiring Uni Students Explore Charles Sturt Wagga Wagga

April 11, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Country Education Foundation of Australia Manager of Partnerships, Hilary Matchett, second from the left, with CEF alumni, from left to right, Matthew Moorse, Kadee Gerhard-Scali and Laura Mannes, who are studying at Charles Sturt University Wagga Wagga.

The Country Education Foundation of Australia (CEF) has made it possible for dozens of aspiring country university students to experience a university campus, with a fully subsidised trip to Charles Sturt University Wagga Wagga as part of its Explore Day on Tuesday 19th March.

Twenty-five students, including four from Parkes High School, four from Forbes High School and four from Red Bend Catholic College in Forbes, took advantage of the opportunity given to them by the CEF, which covered their costs for transport, accommodation, and meals, thanks to funding from its partnership with Charles Sturt University.

Students were collected from Parkes, Forbes, Grenfell, Young and Cootamundra and transported to Wagga Wagga to learn about the university, the courses it offers, and the benefits of studying in a regional area.

CEF Manager of Partnerships Hilary Matchett, who organised the trip, said its aim was to build motivation and aspiration for students from targeted areas and to keep them engaged with exploring their tertiary study opportunities.

“It is important to deliver these sorts of opportunities for students in our regions, as with the rising cost of living, travelling to university events, such as an Explore Day, can have many barriers for a regional student,” she said.

“Students thoroughly enjoyed seeing learning facilities, learning about application processes, accommodation and scholarships, going on campus tours and hearing from current students about studying at a regional university.”

The university’s partnership with CEF demonstrated its commitment to improving access to university for rural and regional students.

Ultralight Aircraft To Fly In To Parkes Airport

April 11, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Everyone is invited to come out to the Parkes Airport on the 12th-14th of April to enjoy this family friendly event.

The RAAus event planned for 12-14th April at Parkes Regional Airport will bring large numbers of aircraft and people to Parkes to enjoy and share their love of flying for fun, the event will give the people of the Central West the opportunity to experience the possibilities of affordable, low cost flying with manufacturers exhibiting their aircraft.

Recreational Aviation Australia is the governing body for ultralight aircraft in Australia and their aim is to promote affordable recreational aviation to a great number of Australians who wish to pursue their dream of owning and flying, and even building their own aircraft.

The occasion is the second “Fly’n for fun” fly in at Parkes Regional Airport where a large number of light aircraft are expected to attend, many will take the opportunity to camp under the wings of their aircraft, demonstrating the opportunity for low cost affordable flying trips away for families and groups.

Subject to weather there will be a fire pit and bar operated by Parkes Aero Club to ensure the event will maximise the camaraderie and enjoyment of the participants to enjoy a weekend with like minded people.

Some of the visitors will avail themselves of the many fine hotels and motels in Parkes and enjoy the country hospitality at pubs and restaurants throughout the town.

Aviation has always been a major part of life in Australia and costs and regulation of general aviation flying has put flying out of reach of many people and ultralight flying is an ideal way to get into the air.

Come out to the airport on Friday 12th to Sunday 14th and see how easy and enjoyable it is to get into recreational flying.

For information contact: Letesha Stretton RAAus events@raaus.com.au

Mike De La Hunty, HARS Parkes Aviation Museum, 0418473175

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