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Books And Information Always Available At Parkes Library

September 9, 2022 By Maggi Barnard

The Parkes Shire Library staff are usually easy to find unless they are all dressed up in their Where’s Wally costumes as they did recently for Book Week. They are (L-R) Kerryn Jones, Debbie Gould, Benson O’Connell, Georgie Price, Emma Brown, Jenny Short and Roxanne Gallacher.

The Parkes Shire Library is moving with the times and continuously improve its range of services to give members many different opportunities to access books, information and activities. “When we close the doors, we are still there!”

Here is an update of what is on offer:

Online books: The library has changed to a new service called BorrowBox that is very user friendly with access to audio and ebooks, and emagazines to be added soon. Readers can personalise their profile, change the font size to give you more control of how you would like to read, plus books will be recommended. Download the app on your device, select Parkes Library, enter your member number and password.

Storytime on Tuesday from 10:30 – 11:30am, and Rhyme Time on Thursday from 10:30 – 11:15am during school terms. Book at the library.

Marramarra Makerspace is open to the public (children and adults) on Monday and Wednesday from 2 – 5:30pm. A creative outlet with lots on offer: 3-D printer and scanner, laser cutter, sewing machines, overlocker, arts and crafts. If you would like to learn how to use any of the equipment, let Roxanne know at the library.

The Local and Family History Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 3 – 4pm at the library. Ancestry.com is available at all the libraries in the Parkes Shire for research on family history.

Databases: World Book Online has lots of educational activities for kids, teacher resources and ideas; Gale has resources for learning and research and is particularly good for medical research; Beamafilm for movies and TV series, Indyreads has a large collection of ebook and audio book titles.

If you need help to access any of these resources online, feel free to ask a library staff member. The services are available to library members for free, and joining the library is also free.

What’s On @ the Parkes Shire Library & Cultural Centre

September 2, 2022 By Maggi Barnard

THE DROVER’S WIFE

The eAudiobook of The Drover’s Wife, read by Leah Purcell, is available for loan on BorrowBox. Download the BorrowBox app on your mobile device or computer, find Parkes Library, enter your member number and password (your birthdate DDMMYYYY. If you need help drop into the library or give us a call. https://parkes.borrowbox.com/

CALLING ALL BUDDING AUTHORS

The Parkes Shire Library writing group meets every first Tuesday of the month from 6-8pm Next meeting is 6th September.

MARRAMARRA MAKERSPACE

Marramarra Makerspace is open from 2-5:30pm Mondays and Wednesdays. Expressions of interest are being taken for information sessions in 3D printing, laser cutting/engraving, cricut and sewing. Call theMakerspace on 6862 9101.

Lego Club on Tuesday afternoons 4-5pm for young people aged 10-15. Book your spot – call 6861 2309.

POL CRUZ ART EXHIBITION

Apolinario (Pol) Cruz is a local artist and his public exhibition of paintings, sculptures and assemblage will be in the Coventry Room from 10th to 24th September. The opening event is on Friday, 9th September at 6pm. Tickets are $15 and available at Humanitix https://events.humanitix.com/from-here-exhibition-opening. Call Parkes Library on 6861 2309 to RSVP for catering purposes if you prefer to pay on the night.

BEST IN SHOW ART EXHIBITION

Is your pet the best pet ever? Well, ruffle your feathers and get your paints out; snap away to get the perfect shot; build your own sprit animal or dress as your favourite animal and take a selfie! Best in Show is calling for artwork for this community art exhibition focussing on animals and pets. Entry forms available at Parkes Shire Libraries. Closing date: Monday, 19th September and works to be delivered by Friday, 30th September.

Lining Up For Rhyming Day

September 2, 2022 By Maggi Barnard

The Parkes Christian School Kindergarten class dressed up for a day of ‘rhymingly’ good fun in the park.

As soon as Wolf began to feel
That he would like a decent meal,
He went and knocked on Grandma’s door.
When Grandma opened it, she saw
The sharp white teeth, the horrid grin,
And Wolfie said, “May I come in?”

The pantomime of Roald Dahl’s ‘Revolting Rhymes’ version of Little Red Riding Hood by the Morley family was a big hit at last Friday’s PAINT PARKES REaD Day.

Cooke Park and the CBD was transformed into a world of rhymes and ditties with more than 600 day care, pre-school and primary kids in dress ups adding to the magical makeover.

The theme for the annual event was Rhymingly with plenty of community members and groups playing a role to bring nursery rhymes, contemporary rhymes, ditties and made-up rhymes to life.

“It was really exciting and rewarding to see hundreds of children, in great costumes, participating with such enjoyment and enthusiasm,” said founder of PAINT PARKES REaD, Rhonda Brain.

With 10 shows and 13 rhyme stations there were plenty of fun to be had. The shows included Deputy Mayor Neil Westcott and Cr Bill Jayet at the Henry Parkes statue making up rhyming songs, QUE club at Roasted Kombi, the Parkes Shire Concert Band, Project Sprouts, Marg Applebee from Landcare, Christian School, Parkes and Peak Hill libraries, Parkes School of Dance and more.

“We could not have asked for a better day to spread the importance of REaD, Talk, Sing and Rhyme with our children from birth,” said coordinator Shonel Redfern. “We’ve had great feedback, the weather was perfect and the smiles on the children’s faces was great to see.”

Rhonda said the support and contributions of so many of the Parkes community demonstrated once again the generosity and teamwork which had become so much a part of our culture.

New Look For Henry Parkes Exhibition At Museum

August 26, 2022 By Maggi Barnard

Museum volunteers Rosemary Prior and Suzy Cotterell at the Henry Parkes exhibition holding the book signed by him in 1887.

It’s heritage month and a good time to brush up on your local knowledge of Parkes.

Research officers Rosemary Prior and Rose Jones at the Henry Parkes Museum have updated and revamped the exhibition on the famous figure the town has been named after.

The Henry Parkes – Father of the Federation exhibition is looking fantastic with new photos and new and updated information. It also includes a very precious item.

A great discovery was made when a book of speeches by Henry Parkes with an inscription and signature by him was found in the museum’s archives. The inscription reads: “Presented to the free library of Parkes with the compliments of Henry Parkes – July 30th 1887”

The five-time premier visited Parkes on four occasions, and he donated this book during his second visit when he stayed for a week.

His first visit was in August 1873, and it was after this visit that the Progress Committee petitioned to have the town’s name changed from Bushman’s to Parkes. The name change happened on 1st December 1873.

Henry Parkes migrated to NSW in 1839 and he started a business as an ivory and bone turner in Sydney, and later added toy making. At the end of 1850 he started a newspaper called The Empire as he was always interested in political matters. He also wrote poetry. He was elected to parliament in 1854 and became premier in 1878.

The exhibition has some personal items of Henry including some of his carvings, his wallet, and a Bible given to him by his sister Maria. There are also photos of his three wives, Clarinda who died in 1888, Eleanor who died in 1895 and Julia. Henry married Julia on 24th October 1895 and died six months later on 27th April 1896. Julia was left to look after his children from his previous marriage and died in 1919.

Training Boost For Local Emergency Services

August 26, 2022 By Maggi Barnard

One of the scenarios volunteers worked on at the Careflight trauma care workshop in Parkes on Sunday. (Photo: CareFlight)

Emergency services in Parkes and Forbes received a boost on Sunday when CareFlight hosted a unique community education workshop for 14 SES and RFS volunteers.

CareFlight’s trauma care workshops are one of a kind and are provided at no cost to participants. Lifelike medical manikins, simulated accident scenarios and specially-designed simulation equipment aid in the recreation of a high-pressure, hands-on environment, ensuring the training is realistic, applicable and improves participants’ ability to connect learning to real-world situations.

In addition to lifesaving skills, personnel are armed with essential leadership, teamwork, situational awareness and communication skills that will help them respond to traumas.

Head of education and training at CareFlight, Colin Brown said it was the third time in 11 years that CareFlight had hosted the workshop in Parkes. “It is one of our favourite workshops and we love doing it in country towns like Parkes.”

He said the feedback from the participants was fantastic. “Talking to them afterwards they said it was really helpful, especially as they were often the first people to arrive at the scene of an accident or emergency.”

“Some of the practical aspects they learned were how to manage patients in a particular situation, how to triage patients and what to do when they have more patients than resources.”

CareFlight was able to bring the training to Parkes thanks to government grants, and is part of CareFlight’s grassroots initiative to create a resilient and healthier community. In collaboration with local groups and their members, CareFlight is building confidence in the emergency response abilities of locals in the community.

CareFlight’s Community Education workshops are coordinated by experienced doctors, paramedics and nurses who train first responders.

Thurlstone For Quality

August 26, 2022 By Maggi Barnard

Thurlstone Poll Dorset and White Suffolk Studs can stand up to its legitimate claim of one of the nation’s top breeders. It has behind it a swag of awards and prizes, including Most Successful Exhibitor at the Sydney and Melbourne Royal shows, and grand champion prizes from shows throughout the Central West.

The stock forms the base of the reputable studs, originally established as a Dorset stud at Cookamidgera over 75 years ago by Ron Hawken. Son, Richard, has expanded on the reputation of excellence with diversification to include Poll Dorset and White Suffolk rams. His strong interest in the industry started during his 1960s primary school years. “An indication of the success of the stud is the fact that it is free of diseases,” said Richard. “Accredited brucellosis free, Ovine Johnne’s MN3 status and footrot free.”

Poll Dorsets are one of the most popular prime lamb sires in Australia, with about 50% of lambs marketed as Dorset crossed. Another open-faced, clean legged meat sheep popular with buyers is the White Suffolk.

For more information, contact Richard Hawken on 6866 1214.

The Stories Old Photos Can Tell

August 26, 2022 By Maggi Barnard

If you have old family photographs you would like to preserve, and perhaps share with the rest of the community, the Parkes Shire Library is the place to go.

For Family History Month, Parkes Shire Library is offering to scan your family’s photographic history. The library is also planning an exhibition of local historic photographs later in the year.

Members of the public can visit the library with their photos to get it scanned.

Next week the library will be hosting family history talks and workshops.

On Thursday, 1st September NTS Corp historian, Michael Bennet will talk on Finding Your Ancestors: Contemporary Techniques in Aboriginal Family History from 10 t0 11:30am, while research officer Rosanne Jones will conduct a Family History Research for Beginners workshop from 1 to 3:30pm.

On Friday, 2nd September museum consultant Margot Jolly will talk about The Importance of Family Photographs to Museums from 10 to11:30am, and from 2 to 3:30pm Rosanne Jones will talk about Parkes Shire Historical Society, Family Collections.

Contact the Parkes Shire Library on 6861 2309 to secure your spot or for further information.

By Maggi Barnard

More Sessions After Successful Harvest Field Day

August 26, 2022 By Maggi Barnard

Measuring equipment to ensure the operator adheres to travel requirements is but one of the many topics covered at the Be Road Ready For Harvest Field Day.

More than 50 people attended the recent Be Road Ready For Harvest Field Day at the Forbes Central West Livestock Exchange, while a further 15 were watching online.

Attendees were a mixture of farmers, contract harvesters, transport companies, agricultural machinery retailers, government agencies, council staff and relevant associations.

“It was great to be back face and face, but also to be able to offer the online functionality to increase the reach of the event across the region,” said Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire Councils’ Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer Melanie Suitor.

“Safety and compliance during harvest is very important. Operators need to be aware of their responsibilities and ensure that during harvest all warning devices and travel requirements are adhered to.

“Regulations are constantly changing and events like this are important to ensure people are up to date on what’s required before the upcoming harvest period,’ Melanie said.

The program included presentations about access, permits, fire safety, fatigue, safety around powerlines, compliance, insurance, mental health and more.

“Participant feedback was mostly positive, with attendees reporting a good range of relevant information on offer and that it was a great opportunity to stay up to date.

The event was recorded and is available via YouTube, search ‘Be Road Ready for Harvest Field Day’.

The winner of the feedback form prize, a Brass Monkey 15 litre fridge worth $230, was Darren Keane.

Free satellite events will be held in Lake Cargelligo, Wirrinya and Peak Hill in the coming weeks (with breakfast provided):

Lake Cargelligo: Wednesday, 31st August 7:30 – 10:15am at the RFS Shed

Wirrinya: Thursday, 1st September 7:30–10:15am at the Community Hall

Peak Hill: Friday, 2nd September 7:30 -10.15am at the Golf Club

Something For Everyone At The Parkes Show

August 26, 2022 By Maggi Barnard

The Airtime FMX team performed at The Ekka in Brisbane recently and will be back at the Parkes Show next week with their death defying jumps. (Photo: Airtime FMX facebook page)

After two years of a show drought, excitement is building for this year’s Parkes Show from Monday to Wednesday next week. Show enthusiasts can expect the best of local produce, livestock and all their favourite entertainment.

The traditional fireworks display is set for Tuesday at 7:15pm, while the favourite demolition derby will be on Wednesday at 7:30pm preceded by ute barrel racing at 6pm.

Apart from all the fun and excitement of the show rides and show bags, the kids can also look forward to the animal nursery, Troppo Bob and the WOW Dinosaur and Reptile display.

There will be some changes to the showgrounds this year as the new pavilion is still under construction. This means the displays of local produce, art and craft and floral arrangements will move to the industrial pavilion across the road, while the schools and stall holders will be housed in tents around the showgrounds.

The luncheon room will be run by Meals on Wheels this year, and in the arena there will be show jumping and Airtime FMX will be back with their bikes and breathtaking aerial tricks for several shows over the three days.

In other good news for the Parkes Show Society was an announcement this week from Nationals Upper House MP Sam Farraway of a $42,000 investment in the show from the NSW Government after a tough few years. “The show must go on and these grants are helping make that happen.”

The full show program is available on The Parkes Show facebook page and website. Tickets can be bought at www.123tix.com.au.

Goonigal Poll Dorsets 7th Annual Sale

August 26, 2022 By Maggi Barnard

The 7th Goonigal Poll Dorsets Annual Sale takes place on Friday 9th September at the
Canowindra Showground Pavilion at 1pm.

Goonigal Poll Dorsets have been operating since 2006 making it 16 years of breeding good quality rams and getting great feedback from clients over the years.

Goonigal Poll Dorsets breeds flock rams to produce prime lambs, which sells to the sucker and export market. They have been selling suckers at 14-16 weeks and around 24 kilos in dressed weight. Robert, Maureen, Charles and Kylie are looking forward to their upcoming sale on 9th September at the Canowindra Showground Pavilion.

Rams will be penned by 11:30am for clients to inspect before the sale starts at 1pm. All Rams have been vet checked and are Brucellosis free accredited.

Stockscan figures will be available from the 5th September on the business facebook page, Goonigal Poll Dorsets, or by emailing a request to goonigal@bigpond.net.au

Here is an update of what is on offer:

THE DROVER’S WIFE

CALLING ALL BUDDING AUTHORS

MARRAMARRA MAKERSPACE

POL CRUZ ART EXHIBITION

BEST IN SHOW ART EXHIBITION

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