The beautiful Parkes course welcomed 34 ladies from 8 Western District clubs for the district GolfNSW medal playoff. Parkes ladies only just missed out, Leone Stevenson, Col Staples and Anita Medcalf just 2 shots shy of the win Gold medal won by Jane Mitchell (Bathurst) 72, Silver won by Tayla Harvey ( Wentworth) 73. Sue Holman on 75, was 1 off winning the Bronze, which went to Collette Armstrong (Canowindra). There were many favourable comments on the course.
John Betland prepares his approach to the 15th while partner Andrew Dukes watches keenly.
There was plenty of golf over the weekend, the fields were smaller than usual, yet the good scores were there.
Saturday’s Men’s Event was a Canadian Foursomes comp, sponsored by Peter Dawson. The winners were Phil Maher and Brian Everest who managed a 66 nett off a 9 handicap. They were the last group in but paced themselves well a par score on the front-9 and only 3-over on the back-9.
Runners-up were Clayton Alley and Paul Pymont, who were among the first groups to go out. They managed a 38-40 split to finish with a nett 69.8.
The ball sweep went to 73.5 on count back with the NTPs going to: 9th Steve Grallelis; 18th Les Little. The Super Pin was won by Phil Maher who hit a tidy shot to 205 cm, then converted for ‘2’.
On Sunday enough players ventured to play in the Stableford Medley and make it a competition, while enjoying the sunny weather once again. The winner was Sam Jarrett with a tidy score of 35 points. The NTPs went to: 9th ED Cummins (Wentworth); 18th Ollie Patterson.
Monday had a good field contesting the Stableford Medley. The winner was Shane Sallaway with 40 points, which is an outstanding result off a 1 handicap. His split of 33-36, with only one bogey all day was a marvel to watch. Runner-up was Jake LeBrocque on 39 points. His back-9 was the better game, which capped off a good weekend after greeting his second child into the world. NTP’s went to: 9th Nil; 18th Carolyn Duncan. Todd Callaghan, both of whom scored their 2’s.
This Saturday, October 12th, starts the Individual Club Championships. There are daily comps on each of the four days, with the Championship crowning on Sun 20th October.
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Well done, Ryker and Vashti.
Parkes Golf Club
The Parkes Golf Course for the inaugural Grand Final Cup day, sponsored by pro, Zac Kelly, saw 56 players compete in a 2 person Ambrose. Scratch winners: 67 Michael Thomas and Sam Standen. Nett winners: 61.75 Matthew Spedding and Cameron Standen. It is only a couple of weeks until registration closes for the Super 10s competition this summer. Pop in and grab a registration form from the shop or email zackelly@pgamember.org.au
Parkes Services Squash Courts
Parkes Services Squash Courts is extremely excited to be hosting a Level 1 Squash Coaching Course on 26th – 27th October. Opportunities like this are rare, so please take advantage of it. Get in touch if you would like to register or secure a spot at: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/nswsquash/events/250595
Parkes And District Netball Association
One week to go to register for our Junior and Senior 2024 Spring Comp commencing 15th October. Registrations are open at playhq.com under Parkes District Netball Association. You must have registered and paid before taking the court in week 1.
Parkes Little Athletics Club
Over the last week, Ryker and Vashti competed at All Schools and they absolutely gave it their all. Ryker got silver medal in the 400m, and was a finalist in the 200m. Ryker will now go to Australian All Schools in December in Brisbane. Vashti got a bronze medal in Javelin throwing a PB. Vashti also competed in shot put, discus and hammer throw, getting a PB in hammer throw also.
Timmy Duke in swing – where did that go?
The Men’s golf competition on Saturday was the Monthly Medal, sponsored by Forbes Concrete. The field of 69 relished the warm and sunny conditions, leading to low scores.
In the A-Grade Terry Griffiths did a repeat to both win a medal and have the same score as last month. His 68 nett was achieved with a new putter. Runner-up was Peter Dawson who was chasing Terry fast but his 69 nett was one shot adrift.
B-Grade was won by Peter Barnes with his 68 nett. His changes to his swing style, required after a lingering injury, seems to be working well. A little way adrift was Paul Pymont with a classic 72 nett. No dramas, just good steady golf.
C-Grade Medal was won by Archie Quirk, another repeat performance. He finished on 70 nett on c/b, and while he was Runner-up for the vouchers the winner was not eligible for the Medal. The unfortunate winner of the voucher was Adrian Cole who did the best in the field to score a nett 67.
The NTP’s were: 9th Steve Betland; 18th Steve Grallelis. The Pro Shop Super pin went to Todd Callaghan, finishing a comfortable 277cm away. The ball sweep to 74 nett on count back.
This weekend is the Labour Day Weekend, which brings some fun in the form of a ‘Canadian Foursomes’ event on Saturday.
Stableford Medleys are available on both Sunday and Monday.
A reminder that the Club Championships start on Sat Oct 12, with four rounds to be played on Sat and Sunday across two weekends. There are Daily comp prizes.
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The Mens golf event on Saturday was the Monthly Medal, sponsored by McFeeters Motor Museum, with a field of 71.
In the A-Grade Terry Griffiths had returned from a recent break and was relaxed throughout his day, posting a nett 68 to win the medal. He may have not been so relaxed if he had known that John Betland, the eventual runner-up was closing fast.
But John faltered, finishing with nett 70.
The B-Grade had Greg Webb gain some accolades. His nett 67 saw him finish with a two shot margin over runner-up Dave Earl.
Dave would have done better but for some lapses on the back-9.
The C-Grade Archie Quirk, a Junior, just eclipse Jake LeBrocque in a count back, after both finished on nett 69. Jake stormed home in style, but Archie had too much handicap over him.
The NTP’s were: 9th Stuart Thomas and 18th John Betland.
The Pro Shop Super pin went to Brianna Duncan, finding the green but still 440cm.
The ball sweep to 72 nett on count back.
This weekend is the Annual Roylances Cup, sponsored by Roylances Tractor Replacements.
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The Mens golf event last Saturday 3rd August was the Monthly Medal, sponsored by Bernardis Marketplace. Scoring in the field of 52 was better than in previous weeks and reflected the abundant sunshine.
In the A-Grade Alf Davies scored a nett 71 to take the medal. His game was generally a par performance with a couple of bogeys for colour. Runner-up was John Betland on 73 nett who fired well but suffered from his good handicap.
The B-Grade saw Phil Wells taking the Medal with a score of 75 nett. Paul Kay was runner-up on 76 nett, a scratchy front-9 hurt his score.
The C-Grade saw Jake LeBrocque a clear winner with 66 nett, recording a very even split on his score. Runner-up was Jake Banks on 69 nett. He wonders what he has to do to win a medal.
The NTP’s were: 9th Jake LeBrocque; 18th John Betland. The Pro Shop Super pin, went to Jake LeBrocque, shooting to 57cm.
The scores were spread out, bringing the ball sweep to 78 nett on count back.
This weekend the Men’s comp is a 4BBB Stableford Medley playing for the Bob and Daine Doolin Memorial Trophy, sponsored by the Francis Family.
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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.
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This Sunday 16th June, Condobolin Golf Club will host the 2024 Lachlan Valley Golf Championships and Pennants. The Championships will be contested over 18 Holes with the Blue Ribbon event being the A Grade 18 Hole Championship for the Moulder Cup. Other grades being contested are the respective B and C Grades and the Junior and Veterans Championships.
All grades will have Handicap sections run in conjunction.
It is anticipated the Blue Ribbon event will be a battle between the Forbes contingent including the Betland brothers, John and Steve, reigning Parkes Club Champion Aaron Wilkie and the Condobolin duo of Brad Hurley and Steve Beattie.
All competition fees to be paid for by the club, the Championships entry fee is $15 or $12 for students. Members of the Lachlan Valley District which includes Bogan Gate, Condobolin, Forbes, Grenfell, Peak Hill, Parkes and Trundle, who have not already nominated may do a post entry with nominations being accepted at the Condobolin Golf Club prior to 10.30am on the day.
The Winning Team of Peter Mitchell, Andrew Grierson, Grant Tranter and Cindy Hillier.
Saturday 8th June saw the staging of the annual ‘Can-Assist Charity Golf Day’. This is a 4-person Ambrose event open to golfers and non-golfers alike, with a field of 116, comprising 85 golfers and 31 non-golfers.
The Scratch winners on the day were the team of Clint Hurford, Shane Sallaway, Damien Kennedy and Kell Becquet, with a score of 62.
The Nett Winners were Peter Mitchell, Andrew Grierson, Cindy Hillier and Grant Tranter, who managed a nett 51 5/8 off their 8 3/8 handicap, and who started the day with four birdies.
As usual, the community were generous in their sponsorship, so the prize list was quite extensive. Other Nett prizes included:
• R-up: C Banks, J Banks, N Morrison, J Sharkey.
• 3rd: D Ashton, Ash Davies, M Inder, N Inder.
• 4th: P Cowhan, L Cowhan, B Robinson, N Greenhalgh
• 5th: P Duke, M Duke, T Duke, Alf DaviesThe NTPs went to:
• Men: 1st J House, 3rd S Brindle, 9th S Sallaway, 18th P Mitchell
• Ladies: 1st nil, 3rd B Duncan, 9th G Bayley, 18th S Grierson.
• 2nd shot on 12th: Men Liam Fraser, Ladies Sharon Grierson
• Super Pin on 9th Shane SallawayAt the presentation, organiser Andrew Grierson thanked those who sponsored prizes, and the many players, both golfers and non-golfers, who had travelled to participate in the event. He also thanked the Can-Assist committee who ran the Halfway House and lunch BBQ and attended to all the other bits and pieces. The money raised amounted to over $3,000 which will help the work of the Forbes Can-Assist branch.
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Registrations are open for this year’s Central West NSW Heavy Vehicle Breakfast Forum, to be held at the Forbes Inn on Thursday 13th June. Local farmers, contract harvesters, couriers, truck drivers and transport company operators are invited to attend.
Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire Councils’ Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Melanie Suitor, said this year’s event will focus on heavy vehicle access, safety, compliance, industry case studies and more. “Since its inception in 2012, the breakfast forum has brought together the local freight industry to discuss issues affecting them.” “This year participants will hear updates about heavy vehicle access from NHVR and Transport for NSW. Divall’s Earthmoving & Bulk Haulage will share a case study about their training pro gram. NSW Police will discuss the results of Operation Convoy along with some general road rule reminders and SafeWork NSW will provide an overview of their work in the sector. Westlime and NHVR will also provide a local case study about collaboration,” Ms Suitor said.
You can register online at https://shorturl.at/KAN6V, via the Councils’ Facebook pages or call Ms Suitor on (02) 6861 2364. The forum will kick off at 6.30am with breakfast, and the official program starts at 7am, finishing at 11.30am. The forum is free, but registration is required for catering purposes.
If you are unable to make it on the day, the event is being recorded and the link to the video will be shared on the Councils’ Facebook pages and in follow-up media articles or contact Ms Suitor to register interest in receiving the link.