The Canowindra Phoenix Wednesday 5 December 2012 Issue 234 Your free weekly guide to what’s happening in and around Canowindra...shop locally first!

Snippets... Bushrangers: you are invited to attend a public meeting this Wednesday evening 5 December 7pm at the Canowindra Services Club to help plan a MASSIVE weekend of celebrations to mark 150 years since Ben Hall & his gang held the township of Canowindra ‘hostage’. The celebrations will be held over the week-end 12-13 October 2013. A street procession will be discussed for the Saturday, with a re-enactment of the bushrangers riding into town. Come along & contribute your ideas to ensure another successful Canowindra event. Swimming: a quick reminder that early morning lap swimming started this week & will continue every Tuesday & Thursday from 7-8am. Jazz: due to popular demand holiday classes will be held only one day a week for all ages 4 years to 15 years Tuesdays 8, 15 & 22. Also the Canowindra Eugowra Cargo Jazz Concert is to be held Friday 14 December at 7pm at Canowindra High School. Entry is only $5 for adults, kids free, pay at the door. Drive: safely around the region during harvest time. There will be quite a lot of large farm machinery being transported to & from properties so please be patient & make sure you give them plenty of room, they're bigger than you! Shop: locally this Christmas! To keep our town vibrant & growing, support the businesses that support our community.

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HAVE A HEART... Lisa and Jarrod from Canowindra Pool have been overwhelmed by the generos-ity they have been shown in support of their quest to purchase a defibrillator. Support these businesses that always help local fundraising, including this event: Canowindra Hotel, Leanne's Flowers, Jo Bell Therapeutic Massage, Canowindra Pharmacy, Canowindra Trading Post, Bill Paul's Carpet Centre, Lawrence's IGA, Belubula Butchery, The Plague & I, Saffi, Canowindra Newsagency, Comprinting, Canowindra Phoenix, Bendy Street Emporium and Aussie Balloontrek have contributed prizes and auction items. Local couple Phil Gersbach and Melissa Lazarou, CWA, the Craft Shop and Nina Kallas have contributed cash donations so the target amount is looking very achievable. There are still a few tables left for the Trivia Night & Auction that is being held at the Canowindra Bowling Club this Saturday night from 6:30pm. At $10 per person with a maximum of 8 people per table, BYO supper and drinks at club prices it's a cheap, fun night out. After the success of the recent Preschool fundraiser trivia night, and an impromptu display of sartorially elegant 'smalls', pull on your favourite undies and help a worthy cause. Tickets are available at the Pool or by calling Lisa or Jarrod on 02 6344 1264.

BE SAFE, NOT SORRY! You are invited to attend a home security presentation 10am Monday 10 December at the Canowindra Services Club that has been organised to try and reduce the in-cidents in theft and crime in Canowindra. Senior Constable Greg Treavors will be attending from Canobolas Local Area Command to present some safety tips and will be available to provide personal home safety audits and help you minimise risk. This is a timely presentation as we are approaching the holiday season, advice will be given on how to secure your home and possessions whilst you and your family are away enjoying your holiday. Some basic safety and security tips are: � Make sure your house number can be clearly seen from the street.

� Don't update your facebook status if you are away, you can save your photos until you get home.

� Engrave your driver’s licence number prefixed with “NSW” on all items of value again for easy identification.

� Garden tools, equipment and ladders should be locked away when not in use to prevent them being used to gain access to your home.

To find out more basic and inexpensive ways to ensure the safety of yourself, your family and your possessions, call Sarah Bellach at HACC to register your interest on 02 6344 1199.

Canowindra Pool is holding a Trivia Night & Auction to raise funds to purchase a

First Aid Defibrillator

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Join us at the Canowindra Bowling Club Saturday 8 December

6:30 for 7pm start

Come along for a fun night out...

To the editor... I am writing to extend a heartfelt thank you to the local community for getting behind breast cancer awareness month and Cancer Council’s Pink Ribbon. Through the support of our generous volunteers and western region locals, Cancer Council’s Pink Ribbon has grown to be a great success. It is great to see so many people in the area hosting Pink Ribbon fundraisers – both new hosts and ongoing loyal supporters – and/or volunteering on our Pink Ribbon Day sites across the west of the state. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. In the west of the state alone around 189 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. This demonstrates just how valuable the support of our local community is. Best of all, those involved in Cancer Council’s Pink Ribbon continue to make a difference by supporting the only charity that funds and supports the entire breast cancer journey, including research, prevention programs and support services for patients and their families. Thanks again for helping Cancer Council in its mission to defeat cancer. We are looking forward to 2013. Yours sincerely, Debbie Thornberry Community Relations Coordinator Cancer Council NSW Western Region

To the editor... Canowindra Sports Trust wishes to apologise to all sporting groups, community organisations and residents who use the oval, for the declining state in its maintenance. Following a complaint from an individual, watering the grounds has ceased until an alternative watering system can be found. Cabonne Council has been very supportive and is working with other government agencies to address the issue. Yours sincerely Barry Traves Canowindra Sports Trust

To the editor... The disabled parking sign out the front of 62 Gaskill Street was placed there by one of the contractor's labourers when the footpath along Gaskill Street was replaced some years ago. The sign was installed after the ramp was laid for the use of what was the convalescent home, now the Old Vic Inn. From the top of the ramp, the labourer paced out a distance where the disabled parking sign was positioned. Because the positioning of the sign was serving no purpose, Council then had the roadway marked to indicate disabled parking. The sign was not removed, neither was the original sign moved. Consequently the Highway Patrol that occasionally polices parking in town has been issuing tickets for fines and demerits as a result. It is hoped that Cabonne Council take this into consideration and corrects the confusion in the remediation work of Gaskill Street planned for early 2013. Yours faithfully David Bigg Canowindra

READY TO RELAY FOR LIFE! The Cowra Neighbourhood Centre are on the ball and have entered their team in the 2013 Cowra & District Relay For Life which will be held 11-12 May 2013 at Sid Kallas Oval. “The Cowra Neighbourhood Centre team is made up of my wonderful colleagues at the centre, as well as our family and friends” said team captain Leanne Walsh. “Relay For Life provides a wonderful opportunity to remember those we have lost to cancer and it’s also an occasion to celebrate life and survivorship.” said Camilla Barlow, Relay For Life Coordinator at the Cancer Council’s Western regional office. The Cowra Neighbourhood Centre team are looking forward to getting into the spirit of the family friendly festival atmosphere and have already begun their fundraising efforts with earnest. They’re also excited to celebrate Mother’s Day on the Sunday morning of the Relay, where there will be an extra special

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mum’s day breakfast to thank all local mothers across the Cowra and Canowindra district. Canowindra residents are encouraged to get together and register a team in the upcoming Cowra & District Relay For Life. Simply go online to www.relayforlife.org.au and search Cowra. It is simple, safe and quick to register, and it only costs $15 while the early bird-rate is still available which includes the official Relay For Life t-shirt, cancer smart breakfast and a team kit. For more information call 02 6392 0800 or go to www.relayforlife.org.au and get involved! There are also spots in the local organising team – so if you want to do that little bit more in the fight against cancer and join a group of fabulous local volunteers – call Sylvia White on 02 6340 1729 Cowra Relay For Life is also on Facebook – so get liking and share your fundraising tips and t e am i d e a s ! www . f a c e b oo k . c om /cowrarelayforlife

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CHRISTMAS SERVICES With Christmas less than three weeks away, make a note of the times for upcoming local Church Services: Sunday 9 December 4pm Cornerstone Christmas Gathering at Peace Memorial Uniting Canowindra 7:30pm Carols on the Lawn at Moyne Nursing Home Sunday 23 December 7:30pm Cudal Christmas Carols at Cudal

Uniting Church Christmas Eve 24 December 6:30pm St Matthew's Anglican Church

Woodstock 9pm St Edward's Catholic Canowindra 10:30pm All Saints' Anglican Canowindra Christmas Day 25 December 9am Peace Memorial Uniting Church

Canowindra 9am St Edward's Catholic Canowindra 10:30am Cranbury Uniting Church For further information, please contact: Catholic Services Cargo, Eugowra and Cudal - Fr Joseph Dooley 6344 1210 Cowra, Gooloogong, Wyangala and Woodstock - Fr Laurie Beath 6342 1369 Anglican Services Cudal, Cargo and Toogong - Rev Margaret Finlay 6362 5166 Cowra, Darby's Falls and Morongla - Rev Bob Linbeck 6342 1406 Uniting Church Services Cranbury and Cudal - Rev Jono Williams 6344 1643 Cowra and Woodstock - 6342 1323

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1 tbsp brown sugar 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste 3 cups baby spinach 3 cups watercress, stems removed 2½ cups sliced fresh strawberries ⅓ cup fresh chives, chopped roughly ½ cup toasted chopped walnuts ¼ cup crumbled goats cheese

Whisk brown sugar, balsamic, oil, salt & pepper in a large bowl. Add spinach, watercress, straw-berries & chives; toss to coat. Divide salad onto 4 plates & top with walnuts & goats cheese. Goes well with barbecued chicken.

Christmas orders please call 02 6344 1011

THE SILOS Arts OutWest will partner with acclaimed Sydney-based physical theatre company Legs on the Wall and Cowra-based The Corridor Project to deliver the first stage of an exciting two year performing arts project for the Cowra-Canowindra area. It’s one of 15 projects funded across the state by the NSW government via Arts NSW’s new Regional Partnerships category. The project was conceived by Canowindra couple Dylan Gower and Phoebe Cowdery of The Corridor Project, together with Legs On The Wall director Patrick Nolan. They then linked up with regional arts organisation Arts OutWest to put together the successful bid. $50,000 in funding has been received for phase one of ‘The Silos’ which will begin in 2013. The project will be a community wide program of activities: collecting local stories and developing skills in areas like aerial performance, music, theatre and multimedia. The team will now be seeking funding for the 2014 phase which will be a large scale public outdoor performance using one of the iconic grain silos in the Cowra-Canowindra area, featuring Legs on the Wall and community participants. The Corridor Project, based around a converted woolshed outside of Cowra, is being developed as a sustainable centre of creativity. The property includes accommodation, creative space and fac i l i t i e s fo r innovat ion and experimentation in the creative industries. Legs On The Wall are Australia’s leading physical theatre company with a long history of working collaboratively with communities. Legs On The Wall productions are renowned for taking risks, both physically and aesthetically; weaving music, video, acrobatics, dance, abseiling, circus and aerial imagery into stories that offer audiences a theatrical experience like no other. Stage one of ‘The Silos’ has included meetings with multiple partners in the Cowra and Canowindra communities, site visits to grain silos in the area and a presentation at Cowra Public School. Lachlan River Studios, Lachlan Valley Railway, Charles Sturt University, Cowra Council and Cowra Arts Council, amongst others, have all been involved in the planning for ‘The Silos’.

Please Note:Please Note:Please Note:Please Note: the phone number for Libby Balcombe, to register for

the Canowindra Community Christmas Lunch, is 02 6344 1983. Apologies for any inconvenience.

REPORT CRIME to the Police Assistance Line

on 131 444 Emergency: Triple Zero 000

...then post on facebook at Crime In Canowindra

You are invited to the Canowindra / Cabonne Council Public Meeting

Gaskill Street Resealing Plan Wednesday 12 December 2012

in the Community Hall at 6:30pm Canowindra Services & Citizens Club

Andrew Hopkins, General Manager, and Rob Staples, Director of Engineering from Cabonne Council

will present the plan for community consultation. Please be prompt, and have your say on the plan...

CANOWINDRA PRIMARY SCHOOL P&C The P & C would like to thank everyone who has been involved with the various activities throughout the year. It has been a busy year, and lots of hands make light work. All help is appreciated, and all of our children benefit. We would love to welcome some new members in 2013, and we encourage you to be involved. Activities for 2012 have included: � Construction of the Sleeper Retaining Wall near the western classrooms;

� Completion of the Bottle Tree Path and Official Opening;

� Easter Raffle; � School Grounds open for Garden Open Day;

� Mother's Day Stall; � June Disco; � Father's Day Stall; � Assistance with Mini Olympics; � Donation to Library for board games and other activities;

� October Disco; � Fete - BBQ, jumping castle, emergency vehicles, Country Rugby League activities;

� Kinder Orientation night Supper and P & C reps attended;

� Ongoing weeding, mulching and water-ing and plant maintenance of Level 1;

� Donation of prize for Presentation Day; � Assistance with ongoing updating of website;

� Set up of facebook page; � New CPS signs for Eastern and Western entrances;

� Parent Representative on interview panel;

� Monthly meetings and liaison with school staff.

If you are interested in attending meetings in 2012, you are most welcome. For more information, please contact Ash Wright at ashntim@westserv.net.au or the school on 02 6344 1403.

KEEP YOUR COOL IN THE HOT WEATHER With temperatures across New South Wales expected to be very hot during Summer, the Ambulance Service of NSW is urging people to take care while out and about in the heat. When temperatures start to get into the high 30s or 40s, paramedics have released some simple tips to remind people how to stay safe in the heat: � Try to stay out of the direct sun - this is particularly important for the elderly and very young;

� Drink plenty of water, and if outdoors for a long time, make sure you take a water bottle with you;

� Remember to cover up and use sunscreen - “Slip, slop, slap and wrap”;

� Be sure to wear clothing that protects you from the sun;

� Never leave children or pets shut in your car! Heat generated in a closed car can cause serious illness or even death; and

� Drinking alcohol causes dehydration and consumption should be minimised during extreme heat.

Take a few moments to check on the well-being of your elderly family and friends. Paramedics are also asking people to be aware of the heat during outdoor exercise or strenuous physical activity, especially in the middle of the day. It is also important to be aware of possible symptoms of heat exhaustion. These include: nausea and vomiting, fainting and dizziness, loss of appetite, weakness, and/or headache. If any of these symptoms occur, lay the person down, apply cool wet towels around the neck and under the arms and have them drink cool fluids. If the person does not respond to treatment or they have severe symptoms like confusion or collapse, call Triple Zero 000 immediately and ask for Ambulance.

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� All General Mechanical Repairs

� Full Computer Scanner Services

� Auto Electrical Repairs

� Ag & Dune Buggy Sales & Services

� Authorised Tested & Tagging of Electrical Appliances & Cords

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AUSTRALIAN THEATRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE ATYP and Arts OutWest are offering a scholarship for a primary or secondary student from the NSW Central West to attend a week-long school holiday work-shop at ATYP in Sydney during 2013. This is an opportunity for a young person in our region to further their passion for theatre or performance, under the guidance of Australia's leading youth theatre company. Applications close Thursday 20 December 2012. ATYP will provide up to five days attendance at a school holiday workshop. To help make this opportunity accessible, Arts OutWest is also donating $300 in cash towards travel costs and other expenses. In the application students will be asked to describe what they love about performing and how the workshop would benefit them. Applicants can be any school student with an active interest in theatre/performance, currently living in one of the 12 local government areas serviced by Arts Out-West. The scholarship winner will be responsible for making his or her own travel and accommodation arrangements, organising suitable adult supervision for their time in Sydney and for covering all other expenses. Application forms are online or email artsoutwest@csu.edu.au or call 6338 4657.

Home Security Presentation hosted by Home & Community Care Monday 10 December

10am at Canowindra Services Club

Contact Sarah on 6344 1199 to register your interest

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Home Décor / Coffee Store

Now open in the main street of Canowindra!

44 Gaskill St, Canowindra NSW 2804

0459 625 744

Canowindra Preschool is a Community Based Not-for-Profit Preschool

2013 VACANCIES AVAILABLE

We operate Monday – Friday during school terms We cater for children aged 3-5 years.

Our qualified staff care, nurture and educate your child. While program based on the Early Years Learning

Framework, catering for children’s interests and needs.

For further information please call in to

see us or call 6344 1261 for any enquires.

Canowindra Preschool Kindergarten Inc.

CABONNE COMMUNITY TRANSPORT

CHRISTMAS RECESS

Cabonne Community Transport will be in recess over the Christmas holiday period from Saturday 22 December 2012 until Monday 7 January 2012.

We greatly thank our volunteer drivers for their untiring efforts during the past year and wish all our valued clients and volunteers

a merry Christmas and happy and safe New Year.

CANOWINDRA BOTTLE SHOP Annie, Sue and Bobbie wish Annie, Sue and Bobbie wish Annie, Sue and Bobbie wish Annie, Sue and Bobbie wish all our loyal customers a all our loyal customers a all our loyal customers a all our loyal customers a happyhappyhappyhappy and safe Christmas. and safe Christmas. and safe Christmas. and safe Christmas. We thank you for your kind We thank you for your kind We thank you for your kind We thank you for your kind words and onwords and onwords and onwords and on----going support. going support. going support. going support.

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CABONNE’S FUTURE DIRECTION A number of wide-ranging issues likely to affect Cabonne Shire over the next four years were discussed at a two-day Future Directions Forum in Canowindra this week. The forum brought councillors and senior staff together to examine key issues and priorities and put them into context with the council’s recently adopted Cabonne 2025 Community Strategic Plan. Mayor Ian Gosper said the forum, which was professionally facilitated, would provide extremely valuable input into the preparation of the council’s next budget. “It was an intense program which, amongst other things, examined the services we provide and the manner in which we provide them to our ratepayers and residents,” Cr Gosper said. The Mayor said teamwork and a united approach to issues had become characteristic of Cabonne Council and this had been strengthened by the forum. “Our teamwork approach involves both councillors, staff and the community,” he said. “When you have unity in an organisation you can achieve more, and I’m really excited about what we will be able to achieve over the next four years.” General Manager Andrew Hopkins commended both councillors and staff for their commitment and enthusiastic participation during the forum. He said the success of the event was largely due to the input of staff and thanked them for the work and time they had devoted to the forum. “This forum was very aptly named because it will help to guide Cabonne’s direction in coming years,” Mr Hopkins said. Cr Gosper thanked Canowindra businesses for their excellent hospitality, “It provided councillors, particularly those new to council, with a great opportunity to experience what Canowindra has to offer.”

BOTTLER OF A CHRISTMAS Canowindra Bottle Shop owner Annette Smith and her team have been busy over the last few months refurbishing the store to create a more modern space and increase the display area. With a fresh coat of paint and a new wine racking system which holds over 2,000 bottles of wine, the store appears bigger and easier to browse for your favourite tipple. The Bottle Shop stocks and promotes local Canowindra wines all year round but especially at Christmas time as they make ideal presents for friends and family living elsewhere. Annie has the full range of Tall Poppy Gourmet sauces, produced in the region by Virginia Enzerink of Cowra, which includes preserves and dressings, made from all natural ingredients and are gluten free. Local Rosnay Organic olives, fig preserve and fig syrup are also available. These items make excellent additions to unique local Christmas hampers for friends, teachers' gifts or corporate presents. Call in and take advantage of the regular discounts on beer, wine and spirits leading up to Christmas, and pick up a current catalogue of weekly specials. In-store is a range of gift packs including VOK Chocolate Liqueur, Galliano Ristretto with pewter cocktail shakers, miniature assorted Baileys packs, Frangelico packs, Gentleman Jack packs, Tia Maria with glasses packs, Tullamore Dew packs and much more. Our local wineries will be conducting tastings in-store in the weeks leading up to Christmas, so come in on Friday afternoons, sample our extensive list of Canowindra wines and support your local community! Currently in-store promotions are: a $250 Tooheys Hamper; an electric VB beer dispensing fridge; and a Riccadonna Ice Bucket with LED lighting inside. As part of the Super Cellar buying group, Canowindra Bottle Shop has access to a broad range of products, so if you can't find what you want on the shelf, ask if it can be ordered in for you...but get in quick. Christmas ordering can be hectic on suppliers, so think about your celebratory needs now, don't leave it to the last minute or you may miss out. The Canowindra Bottle Shop is at 13 Blatchford Street, across the road from the CWA Hall. You can call them on 02 6344 1207 seven days a week.

SCHOOL LIBRARY BOOKS In preparations for the school holidays, all Canowindra schools are asking students, parents and carers to hunt out any library books that may be gathering dust somewhere in your home. If you would please return all school library books before the break it would be greatly appreciated. It would be rather expensive to try and replace all the books that are out on loan, so don't be embarrassed, it will make all the books very happy to get together again for the holidays.

Do you need to BOOST SALES, reach MORE CUSTOMERS? Call Caddie and Cheryl on 6344 1846 to find out how.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS: Dec 5: Spring Vine Health Field Day 8:30am @ Rosnay Wines resented by the National Wine & Grape Industry

Centre along with the Cowra/ Canowindra Wine Region Group FREE limited places book on 1300 767 629 Dec 6: Aqua Therapy Classes 9-10am @ Canowindra Pool $2.30 pool entry. Dec 6: Bendy Street Emporium Christmas Clearance Shopping Night 6pm @ Bendy Street Emporium 6344 2471 Dec 7: Canowindra Food Basket 9:30am-12noon at Uniting Church Hall Dec 7: Adult Survivors of Child Abuse - Cowra Support Group - contact Pascale on 02 6342 1612 for more info Dec 9: Gooloogong Markets in the Log Cabin Hall, for more info call Wendy on 0448 441 748 or email

deadhorsegully@hotmail.com Dec 9: Carols at Moyne 7pm FREE Super Sausage Sizzle!! BYO rug or chair. Donations for the Christmas Appeal Dec 10: Home Security Presentation 10am Community Hall at Canowindra Services Club. Please let Sarah from

HACC know on 6344 1199 as she will be arranging morning tea if enough people attend Dec 12: Community Meeting with Cabonne Council 6:30pm at the Community Hall at the Services Club.

To discuss the plans for the Gaskill Street upgrade Dec 12: Canowindra Clay Target Club AGM 7:30pm at the Canowindra Hotel Dec 13: Canowindra High School P&C meeting Dec 14: Canowindra Food Basket 9:30am-12noon at Uniting Church Hall Dec 16: Canowindra Historical Society Christmas Luncheon 12 for 12.30pm at Old Vic Inn. Dorothy Balcomb -

Canowindra: The Town that Grew like Topsy $25. RSVP 12 DEC Muriel Yell 6344 1916 or Diane Arandt 6344 7100 Dec 18: MICK THOMAS & Squeeze Box Wally 7pm @ taste Canowindra. 3 course meal only $75 per person

bookings essential on 02 6344 2332 or www.tastecanowindra.com.au/events Dec 21: Canowindra Food Basket 9:30am-12noon at Uniting Church Hall Dec 25: Community Christmas Day Lunch 11:30am for 12noon until 2pm at CWA Hall Dec 30: 21st AEHF FX/FJ Nationals will be coming to Canowindra. Hosted by the FX-FJ Holden Club of Australia

(Sydney Chapter) this will be another great day of historic cars lining our streets

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The Hon John Cobb MP

Federal Member for Calare FEDERAL ROUNDS Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Food Security

Monday 3rd December 2012

Coalition commits to diabetes research: A Coalition Government would put $35 million towards diabetes research, is a great win for people living with type 1 diabetes in Calare. I had the pleasure of sharing this announcement with our region’s delegates from the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in Canberra last week. Abbie Wren, of Orange and Georga Nonnenmacher, of Cudal were picked by the JDRF to visit Parliament House as part of Diabetes Awareness Month, and I was thrilled to be able to show my support and that of my colleagues for diabetes research and increasing aware-ness. Type 1 diabetes is a life-long auto-immune disease that usually occurs in childhood but can be diagnosed at any age. Type 1 diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in children and most newly diagnosed cases are in people less than 15 years old. More than 122,000 Australians have type 1 diabetes including 20,000 children, and more than 1000 in our electorate of Calare. The Coalition has long recognised the value of the JDRF which brings together the very best of Australia’s medical talent to tackle this critical health problem. Federal Parliament over for another year: Federal Parliament has finished for 2012, and unfortunately it ended as it began, with a Government in chaos, too busy dealing with various scandals to formulate, let alone deliver good policy for Australia. The cost of living continues to soar, and according to local charities, more and more people – even working families are doing it tough and struggling to stay afloat. The Prime Minister’s announcement this week of plans to cut power bills are laughable. If the Prime Minister really wants to do something about electricity prices, she should drop the Carbon Tax – it’s partly to blame to soaring power prices because that is what is was designed to do. I know the people of Calare will not be fooled by this pathetic olive branch. And as the Government continues to fumble with scandal after scandal, more boats continue to arrive on their watch. Since coming to power, this Government has overseen more than 250 boat arrivals to Australia, carrying a staggering 30,500 people – that’s more than the populations of Oberon, Blayney, Parkes and Forbes combined. Yet, in the face of a monumental failure in border protection policies, the Government remains stubborn and refuses to fix the problem. I certainly hope for a more positive and proactive Parliament in 2013. Be swim safe this summer: With the recent hot weather, it’s timely to think about being safe around pools and when swimming this summer, as well as ensuring our kids know about water safety – and not just for young kids, but older kids and young adults too. Royal Life Saving estimates there are 600,000 young adults aged 15-24 in the community who have missed out on a water safety education and are at extreme risk of drowning. Children from remote locations, lower socio-economic areas and indigenous families are the most likely to miss out on water safety skills. I recently gave my support to Royal Life Saving’s campaign calling on State and Territory Government’s to make swimming and water safety compulsory in all Australian primary schools. I urge everyone to heed this important safety message this summer.

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PARISH OF ST EDWARDS CATHOLIC CHURCH CANOWINDRA

Saturday 8 December: 6pm Eugowra Sunday 9 December: 8.30am Canowindra 10am Cargo

The Co-operating Anglican Church Parish of Canowindra, & Uniting Church linked congregations of Canowindra, Cranbury & Cudal

Thursday 6 December 10am Peace Memorial Church

Canowindra

Sunday 9 December Second Sunday in Advent

9:30am All Saints' Anglican Church Canowindra

11:15am Cranbury Uniting Church 4pm Christmas Gathering at

Peace Memorial Uniting Church Canowindra

7pm Carols in the Carpark at Moyne

MATTERS OF STATE with TROY GRANT MP Member for Dubbo 3 December 2012

He was one of our bravest of brave. Pilot Officer Rawdon Hume Middleton VC is a story of true courage, determination, strength, mateship and ultimately, of human sacrifice. At the time, his feat was described as an incomparable tale of gallantry leading to the awarding of the Victoria Cross – the highest decoration for valour. Last week I had the honour of attending the unveiling of a bronze bust of Rawdon Hume Middleton near the Cenotaph at Victoria Park in Dubbo. The ceremony memorial marked the 70th anniversary of Middleton's death and his awarding of the Victorian Cross. Middleton, who was educated in Dubbo and learnt to fly at Narromine, enlisted in the Royal Australian Air Force in 1940. He was awarded the Victoria Cross in 1942. Flight Sergeant Middleton laid down his own life deliberately to save some of his crew, innocent civilians and, if possible, his aircraft. His body washed ashore at Dover on February 1, 1943 and he was buried in the churchyard of St. John’s, Beck’s Row, Suffolk, with full military honours. His example of devotion to duty will forever remain an inspiration. His legacy is recognised in the naming of many roads and streets around Australia including the nation's capital, air-force bases and the Middleton name is synonymous in Parkes. His war time achievement is worthy of greater recognition than that is sometimes accorded to other famous Australians. I was proud to feature Middleton's story in my ANZAC community brochure this year and I congratulate Dubbo City Council and Dubbo RSL Sub-branch who initiated the memorial. I congratulate Wongarbon based sculptor Brett Garling for delivering an outstanding work of art to honour our own national hero. The NSW Government will provide $4,185 in funding to repair damage at the Forbes Golf Course Reserve caused by flooding in December 2010. This is part of the State Government's commitment to improving facilities damaged by floods in regional NSW. Getting this important infrastructure back up to standard is crucial for the local community. The grant given to Forbes Shire Council is courtesy of the Natural Disaster Relief scheme. NSW Treasurer Mike Baird was in Dubbo last week to address the local community and hear their views on the future of the Cobbora Coal Mine Development. He explained in some detail the long-term benefits of the Cobbora Coal Mine and issues related to its development. The Treasurer was able to address the local community and talk though some of the issues facing the Cobbora Mine and to allay any concerns the community might have in relation to the development. Whilst the decision to develop the Cobbora mine is not straight forward, Mr Baird has made clear that it remains a priority for the Government unless and until a superior alternative is established. He also reiterated that the mine’s planning and approvals process for its development remains on track. If you know a woman or man who you think should be recognised for their leadership and contribution to their community it's time to nominate them for the 2013 NSW Women of the Year Awards. This year there is a new category, the Male Champion of Change award which recognises the role that men play in brokering change for women. The opportunity to nominate women from within the local community of the Dubbo electorate allows us to recognise the important work being done by women in our patch. There are three categories that are open for nominations from the public: The Premier’s Woman of the Year Award, for leadership and excellence, The People’s Choice Community Hero Award, for work performed in the service of the community and a new award category, the Male Champion of Change sponsored by Deloitte (open only to men). As the local Member for the Dubbo I will be nominating a woman from our community for a separate award category, the Local Woman of the Year Award. Nominations can be made now at: www.women.nsw.gov.au. Nominations close on Wednesday 5 December 2012. Congratulations to Dubbo City Council on their successful application for new project funding under NSW’s Arts Funding Program (AFP). Dubbo City Council will receive $60,000 towards the creative engagement of Apollo Estate residents through a series of art workshops. The workshops will allow residents of the estate to work with artists to reflect their aspirations, stories and experiences through various forms of art. The artworks will be showcased at a cultural event that will culminate in an interactive tour of the Apollo Estate. The NSW Government has approved $1.5 million in new projects funding to be shared by 43 arts and cultural organisations statewide. Through this funding the NSW Government is supporting the professional and artistic development of artists as well as stimulating artistic and cultural activity.

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RESUMES, newsletters, brochures, anything. If you need help with typing, writing or editing please call Ness Dunhill on 0417 239 304.

FOR SALE mulch hay, small lucerne bales for garden $6/bale. Prime lucerne for horses etc $10/bale. Call 0428 443 244.

CONTRACT BALING & SILAGE cut, rake & bale, square & round. Phone Michael 0428 635 159 or Ashley 0427 003 826.

POSITIONS VACANT Cudal Community Children’s Centre has two positions vacant: Director/Early Childhood Teacher 3 days/week; & 12 months traineeship for Certificate III in Children’s Services child care worker - ideal for a school leaver or person wanting to commence a career in early childhood industry, no experience necessary. To apply or for more information about the positions & essential criteria please email cudalpreschool1@bigpond.com. For enquiries please call Jan Mills on 0427 701 121. Closing date for both positions is 14 DEC 2012.

SHARE ACCOMMODATION room partly/fully furnished for rent in south Canowindra. Share with one other person ph 0488 654 422.

STALLS Dot Cain from How Bazaar & Cafe is on the lookout for Stall holders to rent a space. No Bond just a monthly arrangement. For full enquiries call Dot after hours on 02 6344 1769 or 0402 293 637.

FOR SALE large mirror backed wall unit with glass doors $150ono. Fish tank on stand with all equip 2' x 1' $50. Ph 6344 1842.

FOR SALE 1985 VOLVO F7 16 spd, 7.5m steel tray, sleeper cab, radio, UHF, 5 months rego, good tyres, bull bar, TUD567 $12,000ono. Selling due to purchase of more suitable truck for my machinery. Tom 0428 443 263.

FOR SALE SKI BOAT '83 PRIDE PANTHER $6,500. Length 4.98m. Boat rego NOV '13 DV581N, HIN AUWWA037537CT7. Mono hull, 140 hp Mercury motor. Brooker trailer rego OCT '13. Back to back seats, bimini & bow tank. Serviced annually in Cowra inc this season. Tidy family ski boat, lots of fun to be had at Wyangala or surrounding Dams, Lakes, Rivers etc. Selling due to upgrade. Ph: 6344 3200 to inspect at Canowindra NSW or request email of photos.

POSITION VACANT We are seeking a motivated employee for a casual position to join a local Vineyard Removal business. Tasks include tractor & bobcat operation along with some vineyard labouring work. Must be enthusiastic & trustworthy and have a car licence. Able to work & live away from home when required. Would suit anyone who is willing to learn, work in a team & with interest in Vineyards or the outdoors. Start date – asap. Please phone Tom Stephens 0428 443 263. www.vinesight.com.au

FOR SALE 2 lge bed + sleepout home. Currently rented @ $185/wk with exc long term tenants. In town, dbl garage, secure yard, bore water. $147,500. Ph 02 6344 2103.

GARAGE SALE 61 Clyburn Street this Saturday 8 Dec 9am-12noon. Rugs, fridge, CDs, DVDs, bric-a-brac...& much, much more.

FOR SALE 2 comfy mid green La-Z-Boy recliners. Excellent as new condition, too big for room, paid $1,200ea, sell $600ea. Ph 6344 1346.

GARAGE SALE 5 East Street Sunday 9 December 9am-12noon. Household items, clothes, kitchenware, bric-a-brac...pick up a bargain!

10 Aussie Books to Read before you die Maybe you can find something to read over the holidays, if you haven't already: 10 Picnic at Hanging Rock - Joan Lindsay 9 The Secret River - Kate Grenville 8 The Slap - Christos Tsiolkas 7 The Magic Pudding - Norman Lindsay 6 Jasper Jones - Craig Silvey 5 The Power of One - Bryce Courtenay 4 The Harp in the South - Ruth Park 3 A Fortunate Life - A B Facey 2 The Book Thief - Markus Zusak 1 Cloudstreet - Tim Winton

From ABC TV's First Tuesday Book Club 10pm Tuesday 4 December 2012 as nicked from Twitter #aussiebooks

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Swimming Club The thunderstorm held off for long enough although it looked close for the relay and there were some amazing swimming efforts. Toby Fisher dropped 7 seconds from his best time for the 33m freestyle. Regan Hughes won the spoon in a personal best time of 19 seconds. He now joins Jarrod Strange and Tim Wythes on 19 seconds, although Paul Sinfield took a second off his time and now swims off 18 seconds! Georgie Fisher smashed her 66m breast-stroke time by 43 seconds and Wade Kinsela was the best ‘bellyflopper’ over a number of the heats. In the relay it was the older swimmers against the rest as Lane 6 was made up of swimmers of 24 seconds and below. However after going off 124 seconds after Lane 1, Lane 6 couldn’t quite make up the difference and Lane 5 won by 3 seconds. Curtis Bennett brought home Lane 5 after swimming the first leg for Lane 4 due to a table error. To avoid table errors could all swimmers be at roll call by 5:45pm as pointscore starts this week.

Registrations are being taken now for 2013 Boot Camp at the Physiotherapy Department in the Canowindra Soldier's Memorial Hospital on 02 6340 3017. The fitness program starts Wednesday 30 January 2013 and costs only $20 for the 8 weeks. There are only limited spaces available so get your name in before Christmas, then you won't feel so guilty having seconds! ☺ Registrations will close on Wednesday 23 January. All adults 18-55 years of age are eligible to join, however men 40 years and over, and women 50 years and over must have their doctor fill out a medical consent form to participate due to this being a high intensity group. All sessions will commence 5.30pm each Wednesday at Canowindra Swimming Pool and go until 6.30pm. Land based activities will be followed by the pool session, and participants will need to bring their swimmers, a towel, plenty of water and a hat. For all registrations or enquiries, please call Sue or Angela at the Physio Department on 02 6340 3017.

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Above: Mayor Ian Gosper, State Member for Orange Andrew Gee & Cabonne Community Transport client Ellie Middleton, of Molong

NEW WHEELS FOR COMMUNITY TRANSPORT People with disabilities in the Cabonne area will have their lifestyles enhanced following the launch Friday 30 November of a new wheelchair-accessible community transport vehicle. State Member for Orange Andrew Gee officially launched the vehicle that will expand the range of services offered by Cabonne Community Transport, which provides travel for the frail-aged, disabled and transport disadvantaged. The specially fitted-out Kia Carnival, valued at $90,000, is the first of its type in the service’s fleet. Funded by Transport for NSW, it is a dual purpose van that can carry up to seven passengers when not being used by wheelchair clients. Mr Gee said the State Government was delighted to partner with Cabonne Council to provide a valuable service that was operated by volunteer drivers. “These volunteers have driven more than 100,000 kilometres in the past year and I am told that is the equivalent of two and half journeys around the world,” he said. Mr Gee said community transport offered a vital service to people who otherwise would have great difficulty attending medical and other essential appointments, “The State Government enjoys an excellent relation-ship with Cabonne Council and Cabonne Community Transport and I can tell you that NSW Transport Minister Gladys Berejiklian is a strong advocate for community transport.” Cabonne Mayor Ian Gosper described the launch of the new vehicle as significant milestone in the 20-year history of Cabonne Community Transport. “Initially the service was run solely on a voluntary basis, using volunteers’ cars,” Cr Gosper said. “It has continued to grow every year. We operate three dedicated vehicles, but demand is such that our volunteers often still use their own cars.” Cr Gosper paid tribute to the efforts of Molong residents Lina and Alan Moffitt, who have lobbied the government and council for several years to secure a wheel-chair accessible vehicle for the community transport service. “And while our volunteers are doing a great job behind the wheel, there is one staff member who is the driving force behind Cabonne Community Transport and that is our coordinator Margot Brown,” Cr Gosper said. “It is a huge task to make sure that every-thing runs smoothly, that drivers and clients are synchronised to ensure that people reach their appointments and destinations and that all the administrative requirements of government departments and the council are met.”

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