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The Canowindra Phoenix
Issue 112 ISSN 1837-0136 Wednesday 23 June 2010
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DAROO AWARDS A BRILLIANT NIGHT
locally first!
DEALER FOR Cumnock Show Society put on a fantastic
Excellence in Marketing, Advertising & Communications
The Canowindra Phoenix
spread Friday night at the Cabonne Daroo Excellence in Production
Business Awards. The showground Toms Waterhole Wines
pavilion was decorated in a wonderfully Best Home-Based business
MOWERS, TRACTORS, RTVS, rustic theme of ‘Come Ride With Us’, in
honour of the Animals on Bikes success of
Jeanette’s Cottage Cuts,
Contribution to Cabonne
STATIONARY ENGINES & GENERATORS the town. The venue was warm and Banjo Paterson Bush Park
& inviting, the food was well cooked, the Best Ongoing Business in Cabonne
local wine plentiful and the service was Falls Hair - Beauty - Spa
well seamless. Best New Business in Cabonne
The night was a huge success for Bathtub Brewing, Molong
HAY MOWERS, RAKES & BALERS Canowindra businesses taking out eleven Apprentice/Trainee of the Year
COME IN AND SEE THE RANGE gongs from the 19 categories that were
judged.
Tamika Gallagher, Cudal Community Children’s Centre
Employee of the Year
Mill Street CANOWINDRA Excellence in Retail (General) Alison Beasley
Ph: 02 6344 1208 Fax: 6344 1845 Canowindra Trading Post Best Business in Cabonne 2010
Excellence in Industrial & Trade Services Falls Hair - Beauty - Spa
Mobile: 0427 247 736 MSM Milling, Manildra
Excellence in Food & Beverage Retail Congratulations to all involved with the
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Excellence in Accommodation
Daroo Awards, it was a good night and
not too much skulduggery was had.
Gnarly dude: Full steam ahead for The Old Vic Inn It was interesting to note however, the
Skate Park! Work is to commence Excellence in Hospitality comment regarding the Daroo Awards
in August on the site adjacent the taste Canowindra in the Central Western Daily dated 21
basketball courts. A big thank you Excellence in Tourism June 2010 where mayor Kevin Duffy
Animals On Bikes, Cumnock said, “Canowindra has always been a
to all supporters and businesses Excellence in Personal Services growth centre...they promote themselves
for your donations over the last The Shearing Shed Hair & Beauty very well, and they have to because they
five years. Excellence in Training & Education are in the middle of nowhere.”
Farewell: The Canowindra Rugby Cudal Community Children’s Centre It has been suggested that for someone
League Club mourns the loss of Excellence in Business Services interested in entering federal politics,
David Bigg Accounting Clr Duffy should get himself a map as it
Arthur Stanley Cooper and sends Excellence in Environmental Business would show that Canowindra is closer to
deepest condolences to Pam and Little River Landcare Group, Yeoval Canberra than Molong or Borenore.
family.
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TRAGEDY FOR RECENT SPEAKER
in the cellar door garden and his brother died doing something he
Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, one of Australia’s
enjoy the beautiful views across was passionate about.
highest profile psychologists, is grieving I’m sure that all who attended the video
the vineyard. Try a glass of wine
after it has been confirmed that his conference send their deepest
with a tasting plate of pecorino
brother, Mr John Carr-Gregg, Sundance condolences to Dr Carr-Gregg and his
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 THANKS FOR SUCCESS OF FASHION PARADE HEALTH IN FOCUS
To The Editor... Over 80 women attended the Fashion
Parade and afternoon tea at the Bowling
A unique initiative to help people over-
It strikes me as quite a stroke of luck Club last Saturday 19 June. Not only was come the ‘’winter blues’’ has been
to be living in Canowindra. it a successful and enjoyable social occa- introduced by Cabonne Council’s Home
Since our family moved into town from sion but it also raised about $1,000 for and Community Care service.
Rivers Road in March, I have Historical Society funds. The six manne- The scheme provides quality services to
constantly been impressed with the quins, Debbie Rice, Gwen Wythes, Jill
McDonald, Jan Harrison, Flo Lavers and help maintain the independent lifestyle
warm welcome, the friendly services Dorothy Balcomb each paraded five dif- of the Shire’s frail-aged residents and
and the open personalities of the ferent outfits of leisure, day and evening young people with disabilities.
people here. wear, delighting and surprising the audi- Co-ordinator Merlene James said a
In particular the high quality, highly ence with each new image. They soon
mastered the quick change, helped be- group of 12 people have been trialling
beneficial services available in hind the scenes by Marj of Glamour Togs, an activity called Photo Fun
walking distance from home. who had all outfits organised in se- ‘’Each client has been given a disposable
The main street offers a friendly quence, and Audrey Farley. camera and a list of categories to
welcome. I have been particularly Muriel Yell was compere and chief organ-
iser, assisted by Society members and capture on film,’’ she said.
grateful to the helpful IGA staff and
friends who manned the door, sold raffle All must take 27 photographs depicting
their delivery to home service. tickets, cooked slice, set tables, worked in
The butcher is very accommodating, their ideas of subjects ranging from
the kitchen, designed and printed flyers, happiness to ‘’it makes me smile when…’’
the green grocer has the freshest local arranged flowers and display of fashions
produce, the pharmacy ladies are from the past, organised publicity and and ‘’I wish I had….’’.
very helpful and even the Vinnie’s invited people to come. Special thanks ‘’Because Photo Fun is an experimental
go to Leanne’s Flowers for ticket sales, concept, we are eagerly awaiting the
ladies will dress you to their very the Bowling Club for the venue, the me-
best. dia for publicity and to all who came to results of the project,’’ Mrs James said.
The Health Care Centre is a 'service support the function, bought garments She said research had shown a higher
for all occasions' with a broad range or helped in any way. Among the audi- incidence of depression occurs during
of help available; from a toy library ence was Jeanette Newcombe who used colder months and recent assessments
to stage such fashion parades and whose
to a friendly nurse who will dress your shop is greatly missed in Canowindra. of clients had appeared to support these
wounds daily, a women’s health nurse findings.
to a psychologist - even a wellness Studies have shown that a disorder
group. They are replete, and friendly Get rid of cockroaches, known as Seasonal Affective Disorder
to boot!
I’m sure the list could go on, so many
spiders, termites and (SAD) is often attributed to the lack of
light during the colder months of the
people have so many more great other year.
experiences of Canowindra, but of
late I have been particularly grateful seasonal pests! ‘’Many of the new referrals to HACC are
suffering from a form of depression and
for our very own community Preschool Call Barry Heaslip at some ongoing clients have expressed a
Kindergarten. Having joined the
Inland Pest
feeling of sadness,’’ Mrs James said.
committee I have become well aware ‘’Because Photo Fun is an experimental
of the work that goes into a very high concept, we are eagerly awaiting the
quality service. I am grateful to the
staff for their skilful dedication and
kindness. Thank you especially to
Management results of the project,’’ Mrs James said.
The aim of HACC, which is
Spider service $180 (GST inc) enthusiastically supported by about 135
Lana Brown for her tireless work and
keen passion to maintain the very best conditions apply volunteers, is to keep clients in their own
for our children’s sake. Treating all pests homes, while it is safe for them to do so.
Without this valuable support, they are
A grateful resident,
Jemimah Read. 0428 441 138 at risk of being placed prematurely or
inappropriately in institutions.

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This week’s specials

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The Very Best Mashed Potatoes
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Congratulations to The Falls for
for the month of
½ teaspoon cider vinegar
1/3 cup cream
1kg Dutch cream potatoes, peeled
and cut into cubes
150ml milk
bringing Best Business in Cabonne
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other category winners for making
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The quality pies at Canowindra Country
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dinner at 6pm, as the session closes.
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 The Phoenix The Canowindra Hotel

SPORT
WALLA RUGBY HEADS TO FORBES
UNDER 11S: The Gala day on Sunday started with
Saturday 26 June Live
5:30pm Eels v Broncos Lunch: 12-2:30pm tue-sun
an even tussle against Bathurst Burrs. Lead by
Tom returning from a lengthy break, our team 7:30pm Cowboys v Sharks Dinner: 6-8:30pm mon-sat
competed well for the ball, particularly with good
mauling and ruck. We were fortunate to have the
9:30pm Rabbitohs v Storm Come in and see our new menu
services of some Cowra players, with Harrison
leading the tackling. Angus ran his trademark Go the Eels!!! “It’s all happening at the Canowindra...”
attacking line to score a great opening try in the
corner. The pace of the game took its toll and we Beer garden & family friendly environment 02 6344 1407
conceded a good bustling try to Bathurst to leave
the final score a deserved draw. Finbar, while Patrick was quick to add to the TIGERS RUNNERS UP IN 7S TOURNAMENT
We confronted a solid Wellington team in the tally. Aiden was strong and steady throughout Canowindra Open Juniors team almost
second game, where we were joined by Sam, the game. The full Pythons squad held up a came home with the Cliff Eppelstun
Eathan and Bales from Cowra. Mitch appeared for good fight against the strong Emus defence to Trophy on Sunday. It was certainly an
the first time this year and soon proved to be an end in a 3 all draw. exciting day of sevens football that saw
excellent force. The game tested our defence as The second match saw the Pythons up against the Tigers go through the opening
large opponents wore down some gallant tack- the Bathurst Burrs. With Jonny Wilkinson’s pro- rounds undefeated. They raced out to a
ling and mauling. Curtis toiled hard and man- tégé kicking for the Burrs they were quick to big lead in the final, but the Peak Hill
aged some good surges, Will and Tom combined open the score. Pat was the sole scorer for Roosters stormed back to take the lead
with Eathan the Barbarian to counter the Wello Pythons after showing his speed and skills to with two minutes to go, then held on to
lads in tremendous attacking raids, and managed outwit the defence. Fred Durkin made an early win an unlikely victory 33-29. Tom Roth
exciting tries. Harry and Lachie tried hard, de- rookie appearance only to be swiftly red- appeared to be made for sevens football
fending in a game that saw the opposition run in carded for refusing to leave his dummy on the with a great day followed by the
six well deserved tries. Sam from Cowra dislo- sideline. Tom stole possession and made a unstoppable Karl Maere.
cated his elbow in an unlucky incident, thankfully blazing run down the sideline, but was stopped FIRST GRADE: The annual local derby
he was not seriously hurt but will miss the rest of by a wall of Burrs. Aiden made a good all- between the Tigers and the Blue Heelers
the year. round effort to try and slow down an on-fire took place on Sunday. It was two under
In our final game we took on an ever improving Bathurst side. Sammi and Finbar made some strength sides that took the park at
Parkes team. Some large boys took turns in run- fast runs and both Pat and Jackson were hope- Cargo.
ning long distances as Pythons struggled to lay fuls for the tryline, but the Burrs proved too The Tigers dominated for a long period
hands upon them. Riley and Tom took heart from sharp. A hard fought battle saw a 3-1 result in early in the game, before Cargo raced to
solid performances, however Tom was injured favour of Bathurst. a 28-0 lead with an intercept and some
during the first half following a solid tackle and The final saw arch rivals Canowindra and Cowra long range tries.
his departure was a big blow. Harry pulled off in a long anticipated clash. The Pythons streak- Damian Kennedy then Phil Butler scored
some terrific running bursts, Will lent some solid ing away for two quick tries. The Cowra side before halftime to make the score 28-12
tackling whilst Billy from Cowra was our try looked scared up against the formidable de- at the break.
scorer. fence of Aiden, Jackson, Dom and Finbar. Pat After half time it was a grinding affair, the
Thanks to the Forbes club for a great Gala day, cut through the Cowra defence to score a spec- Tigers crossed a couple of times but
we look forward to Cowra on 27 July with under 7 tacular try shortly afterwards. The Pythons couldn’t ground the ball, the Cargo side
and 11 teams entered. showed some brilliant passing moves which slowly took the lead to a 46-12 fulltime
UNDER 7S: The Under 7s line up against the ex- demonstrated the true meaning of ‘running score. Best for the Tigers were young
perienced Orange Emus. An early injury to Sammi rugby’. The Hot Potato saw the team come Nick Whatman and Charles Lawrence.
fired the Pythons into attack with some skilled together to get Pat over the line in the corner. LEAGUE TAG: The Tigresses defeated the
stepping from Dominic Smith, backed Cowra cross late for their only try , however the Blue Sheeler Pups 6-4 after the Cargo
up by the fancy footwork of brother Finbar hot potato tactic saw the team set Pat up once team lead for the majority of the match.
Smith. Jackson made a slippery run and again for a last minute score. The final 5-1 Coming Events: The Tigers are holding a
crossed in the corner. Tom set up a try for score reflected a runaway win by Canowindra. black tie ball on Friday 25 June at
Canowindra Services club. The night
begins at 7pm and cost is $20 per head.
REPORT ALL CRIME Tickets can be purchased at Canowindra
After the latest incidents of vandalism and assaults we need to Services Club. Entertainment from the live
be vigilant. Let’s take responsibility for the safety and protection band “Guess What?” and will include
of our community. Report ALL crimes so statistics will prove that a Lucky Door Prize, Best Dressed, Quiz, and
Game Prizes
permanent police presence is needed in our town. ROUND 10: First Grade head to
Gooloogong on Sunday kickoff is 2pm.
Police Assistance Line: 131 444 The Girls have the bye, the Open Juniors
Emergencies: 000 head to Molong to take on Cabonne
United.

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