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Parkes Sport Wrap

November 13, 2025 By Roxane Manley

Congratulations the Parkes golfers – well played ladies.

Parkes District Junior Cricket

Congratulations to Harry Yelland, Eamon Moody and Zac Guy on their selection in the Western Plains Outlaws Under 16’s team. The boys have recently played four matches against Central West. All three have now been selected in the Western Zone Under 16 Bradman Cup team! They’ll play pre-carnival matches in Orange in November before heading to Albury in January for the Bradman Cup carnival.

Parkes Services Squash Courts

Squidgies Squash is held every Friday afternoon at 4.15pm at Parkes Services Squash Courts. It is all about having fun, and learning the basics of Squash. Our awesome coaches make sure the session is filled with heaps of fun activities. Give Squidgies a go – all the equipment is provided, and if you like it, there is no commitment, it’s just $5 each time you come along.

Parkes Bowling And Sports Club

Friday evening and Sunday morning social Bowls are proving extremely popular with both events well supported by new Bowlers and a few old hands as well. Anyone in the community, near or far, who would like to try rolling down a few bowls will be made most welcome. Just phone the Club or turn up.

Parkes Golf Club

Eight ladies played in the WD Silver Teams event at Wellington on 7 November. This is an annual team scratch stableford event. Although they didn’t come home with a prize, they were not quite good enough against the bigger clubs with their low markers, the ladies still played well and had a great day. Duntryleague won easily from Bathurst. Col Staples almost aced the 8th, to win a NTP – 5cm.

The Trundle Testicle Festival Gives The Finger To Cancer

February 20, 2025 By Roxane Manley

Team Doug: Doug, front left, and the Blue Team from Trundle’s AGnVET in a water trough that was donated by Bushmans Tanks.

Trundle’s Testicle Festival was the brainchild of customer service officers at Trundle’s AGnVET, Sharon MacDonald and Paula Wright, when one of their close co-workers, Doug, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in February 2018.

“We asked if we could do anything? And although he said that he was fine, we decided to create a fundraiser to help raise awareness. The girls in our town host a very successful pink night to raise funds for women’s cancers, so we decided to do a blue night for the fellas, and with awareness as our moto, we started the Trundle Testicle Festival to give Prostate Cancer the finger,” said Sharon.

It’s not a well known fact, but more men die of prostate cancer than women die of breast cancer, so raising awareness hopefully is key to getting men diagnosed early.

“Our town is quite proactive in getting behind a worthwhile cause. As soon as you ask for something, people get back to you and say, ‘How can I help?’. Everyone gets involved. The footy team choreographed a Full Monty for us one year, and it was on the night before the grand final.

“The blue night was popular, but with COVID, we decided to do something else, and Paula, one of the organisers, said we should play cricket on Boxing Day! “We named it the Trundle Testicle Festival to get men talking about their health and encourage people to get their PSA checked,” said Sharon.

“We host a BBQ, everyone enjoys a beer, and it’s just a lovely way to get together and raise awareness for a really important cause,” she added.

Sharon said it was eye-opening to find out how many people were impacted by prostate cancer in the region. “People don’t like to talk about prostate cancer, unfortunately.

We sadly lost Doug in 2022 at the age of 67.”

“His son was also diagnosed with prostate cancer, and he wasn’t even 40. He’s had treatment, and he’s good now, but it just goes to show how much prostate cancer impacts our lives.”

“Over the years, we’ve raised thousands of dollars for PFCA. It’s an important organisation for men and their families who need support,” Sharon concluded.

To get involved, contact the Trundle Testicle Festival’s Facebook Page or email trundletesticlefestival@gmail.com

Have you got the balls to help?

We are seeking donations of items suitable to raffle and auction for our fundraiser. We would love donations of any blue items, bloke items, boy items, any items. Donations of any type are welcome, goods, services, time, or talent.

In Australia, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men, and more than 3,700 men dying of prostate cancer in Australia every year. To quote Doug: it doesn’t matter how “groovy cool gas far out solid and right on chickie babe” you might be, please get checked. Know your PSA. It’s no poke!

Just a few of the awesome teams who played in the 2024 Testy Festy Boxing Day match

Resting up after securing the runners-up spot was ‘Blind Leading the Blind’.

Shout out to the boys in blue from the ‘Yarrabandai Yacht Club’.

Extremely well coordinated on the day with their outfits were ‘The Wrong’uns’.

Congratulations to ‘The Wicket Warriors’ on their win in the grand final against ‘Blind Leading the Blind’.

Parkes & District Cricket Association

February 13, 2025 By Roxane Manley

The 2025 Parkes Cricket Super 8’s is back on! The competition got underway on Friday 7 February and will run for 7-8 weeks.

There is no better way to spend your Friday night than hitting cricket balls, taking classic catches and sharing banter with mates, family and work colleagues.

Parkes Sports Wrap Up

November 7, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Term 4 Junior Squash and Squidgies is back in full swing.

Parkes Services Squash Courts

Squidgies and Junior Squash have returned on Friday’s. The cost is just $5 and all equipment can be provided. Come along and try.

• Squidgies: 4pm – 4.45pm is for kindy up to year 3

• Juniors: 5pm – 6pm is for year 3 and up

Parkes District Junior Cricket

Parkes U/14 played Forbes under lights in an enjoyable evening of cricket. Parkes won the toss and chose to bat, finishing with a strong total of 3/152 off 24 overs. The top scorers were Jack and Lochie, both retiring at 40. Charlie was run out for 15, Will contributed 14 before being caught, while Sam and Alfie remained not out at 9 and 8, respectively. Forbes batted through their overs, ending with 7/70, with Leo Dwyer as the top scorer, making 31. Parkes’ bowlers performed well, with Will taking 2 wickets for just 4 runs in 2 overs, and Jack claiming 2 wickets for 3 runs.

Parkes Tennis Club

Join us on Saturday, 9th November from 1pm-4pm at Parkes Tennis Club, to help Asha and her Hey Sis Project raise funds for the McGrath Foundation. Can’t make it? Donations can be made via the link www.pinkisthecolour.com.au/s/7277/7801

Parkes Railway Bowling Club

A massive 34 players turned out for Social Bowls on Wednesday 30th October. Winners were Sue White, Paul Kirwan and Phil Barnard winning 16+12. Runners-up were Peter Hope and Dawn Parker winning 16+11. Third place went to Lea Tanks, Rob Hill and Bruce Jones winning 15+7. Marble 9 came out and the Margins were 2, 5, 7, 10, 11 and 12.

Another 16 keen Social Bowlers played on Saturday 2nd November. Winners were Rob Hill and Dave Littlewood winning 17+19. Runners Up were Marryann Watson and George Greenhalgh winning 16+1.

Parkes Sport Wrap Up

February 1, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Parkes Spacemen Rugby League. WE BACK! Season 2024 is officially underway @ pioneer oval 6:30. All grades invited, come on down and bring a friend.

Parkes Spacemen Rugby League

Wanna join the Spacemen in 2024!Training has already kicked off.

Registrations open now, women-$180, men’s-$230 https://profile.mysideline.com.au/login

Parkes Tennis is feeling fabulous in Parkes

FREE trials for HotShots and Cardio – Bookings essential – SMS Helen Magill – 0407253888 Register for Term Programs Online – www.parkestennis.com.au

Awarded 2024 Most Outstanding Tennis Club in NSW

Parkes Junior Hockey

Parkes Junior Hockey are calling on nominations for coaches for our junior rep teams (U18s, U16s & U14s boys and girls).

Please complete the nomination form if you would like to be considered for a coaching role. Nomination link: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/parkeshockey/events/225396

Parkes Railway Bowling Club

Two great games of bowls were played on Jan 31st, first up with the triples Congratulations to Lea Tanks, Peter Job and Peter Creith with a win against Michael Hackett, Ricky Frame and Joey VanOpynen well done. Then in the 4’s Congratulations to Cody Hando, Daryl Mckellar, Mick Dunn and Blake Strudwick winning against Aaron Thorne,Phil Barnard, Paul Lewin and Dave Johnson, well done guy’s

Parkes Touch Association Inc

Due to the wash outs throughout the year we have made the decision to move our final back to the Sunday the 10th March 2024. Thank you all for your understanding

Parkes District Junior Cricket

Cricket is back woohooo! Friday 2/2/24 – 6pm start

Links for the full-season draws

– 12’s – https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/org/parkes-district-junior-cricket-club/e4212147/pdjca-u12s-competition-summer-202324/teams/parkes-u12s/6f3a9b25

– 14’s – https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/org/parkes-district-junior-cricket-club/e4212147/pdjca-u14s-competition-summer-202324/teams/parkes-u14s/a8913e5e

– 17’s – https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/org/parkes-district-junior-cricket-club/e4212147/pdjca-u17s-competition-summer-202324/teams/parkes-u17s/50a5d17b

Parkes Bowling and Sports Club

Another season of Futsal kicking off next Tuesday drop in to the Club to grab your registration forms by close of business this today Friday 2nd of Feb. See you at the Parkes Bowling and Sports Club

Cricket NSW

November 30, 2023 By Roxane Manley

REMINDER. As part of Women & Girls Week at Cricket NSW, you are invited to attend a Careers in Sport Forum to hear from some of our amazing female staff

Ideal for anyone aged 14+, you’ll get to hear what a typical day in cricket looks like – although no two days are alike. Register here or through the QR code below: https://forms.office.com/r/bb0Jxaweys

Parkes District Junior Cricket

November 9, 2023 By Roxane Manley

Western Zone Junior Cricket Competition resumes this weekend. After a short break, all age divisions are back in action this Sunday 12th November.

Under 12’s will take on Orange at Jack Brabham Park 1, Orange

Under 14’s will face off against Dubbo White at Lady Cutler Field 3, Dubbo

Under 16’s will battle it out against Orange at Country Club Oval, Orange.

All matches will commence at 10am and players are requested to report to their coaches by 9am for warm-ups and inspiring pre-game discussions.

Backyard Cricket Hits A Six!

October 8, 2021 By Maggi Barnard

THE BIGGEST… NSW Blues players Daniel Hughes, Nathan Lyon, Liam Hatcher are encouraging everyone to join in NSW’s Biggest Game of Backyard Cricket tomorrow.

With lockdowns set to lift and the cricket season on its way, Cricket NSW is encouraging households across the state to take part in NSW’s Biggest Game of Backyard Cricket tomorrow, 9th October.

It is a chance for everyone – families, flatmates and even singletons – to get active, have a laugh and experience a form of the sport which everyone can play, even if you don’t have access to a cricket bat, stumps or a ball.

Leading the charge for NSW’s Biggest Game of Backyard Cricket is NSW and Australian star Nathan Lyon, who along with NSW Blues housemates Liam Hatcher and Daniel Hughes, has been enjoying some backyard cricket during the winter months.

“The best thing about backyard cricket is that you can make up your own rules to reflect the space you have at home and the amount of people playing. If you don’t have cricket equipment, backyard cricket is about improvising, so think about using a bin or the fence for stumps, socks for a ball, and a piece of wood as the bat,” said Nathan.

To be in the running to win the major prize of a Weber Spirit II E320 plus an all-new Weber Traveler or one of eleven $100 Weber.com vouchers, participants need to register for the Biggest Game of Backyard Cricket at cricketnsw.com.au and then post on the “Biggest Game of Backyard Cricket” Facebook Event page their video entry for the most creative wicket-taking celebration that occurred during their game.

“The Biggest Game of Backyard Cricket is a light-hearted initiative to get everyone across NSW to prioritise their health and wellbeing, and do a fun activity together,” said Joanne Scanlon, Cricket NSW General Manager – Community Cricket Experiences.

For information or to register for your local club, head to Play.Cricket.com.au.

Sports Oval Gets Spiced Up

October 1, 2021 By Maggi Barnard

SPECIAL DAY… At the commencement of construction of the redevelopment of Spicer Oval on Tuesday were (L-R) Cr Neil Westcott, Deputy Mayor Barbara Newton, Ben Howard (Parkes Shire Council), Phil Donato MP, Parkes Shire Mayor Ken Keith, Glen Tilston (Hines Construction), Allan Ryan (Parkes Boars), Scott Knights (President Parkes Senior Cricket), Duncan Blair (Project Manager Parkes Shire Council) and Kevin Oliver (President Parkes Boars).

By the end of June next year the Parkes Boars Rugby Union Football Club will have its own $1.6 million facility at the Spicer Oval.

“I can’t express how much this means to our club,” said Allan Ryan of the Boars at the commencement of construction this week. “There is nothing like having your own club house. We are very, very grateful. This is going to be a game changer for our club and give us pride and identity.”

The redevelopment of Spicer Oval will include a modern amenities block, a club-house and canteen with additional function capabilities, plus a viewing platform accommodating 300 people to service year-round participation of a range of different sports. The building contract was awarded to Hines Construction.

While it will provide the Parkes Boars with a dedicated facility and accommodate junior, senior and women’s rugby matches, the oval will also be used for cricket matches of all grades and ages.

Phil Donato MP said it was a very special day for the Parkes Community and a significant project for the Boars, who had won the premiership two years in a row. “It will be good for the Boars to have their own facility and a venue to match other clubs’ facilities in the region.”

Parkes Mayor Ken Keith said it was a great move forward for the oval that was known as the People’s Park originally where the great Donald Bradman had played many years ago. “It has been the home of so much sport in our community and it still is.

He said the next phase would be to level the playing field to include two rugby fields and the cricket pitch.

Stage 1 of the redevelopment of Spicer Oval included the upgrade of the LED lighting in line with the lighting code for night time football and cricket.

By Maggi Barnard

‘Wickets’ Fly At Bowls

July 16, 2021 By Maggi Barnard

‘Twas a fine morning on Tuesday with a brisk cross wind, air temperature 15 degrees – anything could happen! As the games began you would have thought we were bowling at the SCG with the ‘cricket scores’ each winning team was amassing!

On wicket number 3, Kim Evans (that silly mid-on), Hilda McPherson (delivers every bowl right in the block hole) and Lea Orr (caught bowling underarm – AGAIN) took the advantage over Carol Reed (scoring a hat trick of touchers), Maria Willcockson (playing some attacking shots late in the game) and Maureen Miller (captain and consistent all-rounder), winning by a fair margin! Kim received an official warning for possession of sand paper!

Six maidens in slips graced wicket number 4. Gwenda Carty (batting on despite the urge to retire hurt), Betsy Johnstone (timing her shots to perfection) and Di Howell (super-sub spinner of the red cherry) proved too strong for Chris Cox (wanting to bail out after turning a year older), Lynn Ryan (at short leg, her favourite spot) and Heather Harvey (usually plays in NZ kit).

Four players went into the attack on wicket 5. Julie Green and Fran Dixon (two multi-talented rookies) were in form and had their eye in from the first bowl. Valmai Westcott and Chris Curteis took their punishment on the scoreboard after bowling numerous dead bowls!

Play was briefly suspended as the No 3 Pennants team members returned triumphant from Dubbo. Congratulations to Maree Grant, Cherie Frame, Joan Simpson, Liz Byrne, Jan McPhee, Rhona Went, Brenda Davies, Merilyn Rodgers and Manager Kay Craft, on becoming Regional Pennants Champions! Next stop – State play-offs. That’s a SIX!

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