Sports Archives - Page 18 of 118

Over $36,000 Awarded To Local Sporting Clubs

June 13, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Recipients of Sports Grants are: Kim Sherrett (Parkes PCYC), Joel Cowling (Parkes Soccer), Chloe Allen (Evolution Mining Northparkes Operations) Lyn Madden (Parkes Kennel Club), Denise Gersbach, Alex Prout (Parkes Jockey Club), Parkes Mayor Neil Westcott and Curtis Arndell (Parkes Tennis Club) Absent – Parkes Marist Junior Rugby League.

Evolution Mining – Northparkes Operations (Northparkes) and Parkes Shire Council are pleased to announce the successful applicants from the latest round of the Sports Grants Funding Program, which included the new Rising Star grants program. In this round a total of $31,102.36 was distributed to six sporting groups and $5,000 to five rising stars. Northparkes Communication and Engagement Superintendent, Brooke Plunkett, expressed pride in the new program.

Mayor of Parkes Shire, Cr Neil Westcott, was pleased to see the new Rising Star program well supported. “What a wonderful opportunity the Rising Star grants provide to our emerging sports stars who can be hampered by the high cost of travelling to higher level training sessions and sporting events,” Mayor Westcott said.

The first group of Rising Stars included Ryker Moore and Toby Morgan. Both recently returned from the Australian Little Athletics championships in Adelaide with gold medals in the 400m and 800m events respectively. The other very impressive Rising Star recipients were:

• Ryker Moore, athletics, Parkes $1,000

• Toby Morgan, athletics, soccer and swimming, Trundle $1,000

• Aaryab Gautam, football, Parkes $1,000

• Mason Wild, motorcycle racing – dirt track Parkes $1,000

• Henry Kross, squash, Parkes $1,000Under the Sports Grants round, the Parkes PCYC was allocated $4,209 towards the purchase equipment for a Parkour-style program targeted at young boys. “We’re thrilled to be able to offer a new Parkour program,” said Kim Sherrett, Parkes PCYC Manager.

The next round, opens on 1st September 2024, will include $32,548 for sporting groups and $5,000 for Rising Stars. Application forms will be available from Parkes Shire Council’s website.

Medals Well Contested

June 6, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Last Saturday the sun basked a field of 43 players who participated in the Men’s Monthly Medal competition, sponsored by BWR Accountants & Advisors. The A-Grade required a count back, with Jacob Bernardi and Luke Flakelar finishing on 72 nett. The win went to Jacob with Luke missing out by a shot on the back-9.

The B-Grade had a little margin with Anthony Alley taking the win after scoring 70 nett. The runner-up was Barry Parker on 72 nett.

Both did well on the front-9 but it was Anthony’s back-9 that won him the day. The C-Grade was a little closer with two Roberts battling it out. Robert Scott took the Medal with a 70 nett, just edging past Robert Webb who scored 71 nett.

The NTP’s were: 9th – Will Gunn; 18th – Robert Scott. The Pro Shop Super-pin, on the 9th green, went to Will Gunn. The ball sweep went to 76 nett.

Head Pro Will had a Mizuno Equipment Day this week, post poned from last week. This weekend is a long weekend, with the ‘Can-Assist Charity Day to be held on Saturday 8th June.

By Short Putt

Croquet Results

June 6, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Aussie Croquet was played on Saturday 1st June after rain dampened the Croquet lawns on Friday. 19mm rain fell which was good for our Croquet lawns. We had 24 players roll up for a game on Saturday, a lesser number than usual. Visitors from out of town were Cathy Coles and Robert Kimble who have been visiting Cathy’s parents Gwen and Geoff Coles. It was great to see them again as each time they are home they come and enjoy a game with us.

Three games were won by John Browne, May Jones and Bill Scott. Well done to those players. 14/13 scores recorded by Allan Jones and Fay Picker, 14/12 record ed by Bruce Field and John Cole, Cheryl Toohey and Robin Pols, Frank Donohoe and Bill Scott, Marie Spry and May Jones, Enid Baker and Bill Scott.

Recently, David West one of our younger members, together with his friend Tyson took part in the walk from Orange to Bathurst to raise funds for Cerebral Palsy. Well done, you are an inspiration to others. Forbes Croquet members put their hands in their pock ets to raise $200 toward the cause.

If you’re interested in a game of croquet, come down to Halpins Flat on a Tuesday at 8.45am to start playing at 9am.

Parkes Spacemen Rugby League

June 6, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Last Sunday saw the Spacies take on top of the table Cyms at home. First Grade got the big win against Orange Cyms 36-20, Ryan Goodsell with the hat trick and setting up an other. Reserve Grade got the win 26-18. The Under 18’s drew 22-22. While unfortunately the Girls League Tag went down to Orange Cyms 40-6. Get over early to Pioneer Oval in Parkes this Sunday for the much awaited grudge match against Forbes Magpies.

Parkes Hockey Incorporated

June 6, 2024 By Roxane Manley

There is no PHI hockey this week due to the long weekend. Good luck to our men’s and women’s open teams playing in their respective State Championships.

Kickstart Your Fitness Journey With Club Lime Today

June 6, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Introducing the new Club Lime Parkes.

Discover a new era of fitness at Club Lime Parkes, with the recently refurbished gym that promises to elevate your fitness journey to new heights. The upgraded facility boasts cutting-edge equipment and modern amenities, designed to provide you with the ultimate fitness experience. With its contemporary design and a large train ing space, the gym provides the perfect atmosphere to get the most out of your workouts.

Embrace a seamless workout routine with 24/7 digital gym access through the Member ID App, offering you flexibility to work out at your convenience and on your own terms. No more bulky keys. En joy more flexibility and freedom with no lock-in contract, enabling you to focus on your wellness goals without any lock-in contracts holding you back. Our Personal Trainers don’t just go through the motions, they listen, to understand what you are try ing to achieve. They collaborate with you to identify how to support you in achieving great results.

Join Club Lime Parkes in celebrating the grand re-opening with an open day event on Saturday, 15th June from 8am to 1pm.

Experience the excitement with giveaways, prizes, and exclusive membership offers.

Ready to embark on a transformative fit ness journey? Memberships at Club Lime Parkes start from just $18.90 per week, ensuring accessibility and affordability for all fitness enthusiasts. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part Club Lime Parke’s fitness community and elevate your workout routine to the next level.

Take the next step and join Club Lime Parkes at 195 Clarinda St, Parkes or go to www.clublime.com.au Club Lime – Your Gym, Your Lifestyle.

Parkes & District Amateur Soccer Association Inc

June 6, 2024 By Roxane Manley

A big thank you to so many volunteers who made the Western Youth league in Parkes a great event. From committee members for organising, setting and packing up, parents who helped in the canteen, Rotary for sell ing food with men’s teams volunteering their time, Coffee Cube Company and Cooke Park Cafe coffee vans. We appreciated the support from all Associations within WYL and the referees who travelled from Parkes, Forbes, Dubbo and Lithgow.

Registrations Open For Heavy Vehicle Breakfast

June 6, 2024 By Roxane Manley

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.

Parkes Tennis

June 6, 2024 By Roxane Manley

A great day out for our players at the Forbes Town & District Tennis Club Regional Match play Series. Mitch won the Opens event with Asha finishing runner-up. Ella played well to take out the 16s while Anneliese had some super matches to finish runner-up in the 10s. Sam had some quality preparation for CHS Tennis later this week while Curtis just missed out on the playoffs in the 10s.

Parkes Dragon Boat Club

June 6, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Saturday 1st June was our last official paddle for the season. We will be out on the water ad hoc through the winter on sunny Saturday afternoons when we have enough keen beans.

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