The Canowindra Phoenix

Issue 84 ISSN 1837-0136 Tuesday 10 November 2009

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HOME MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS DEB OF THE YEAR BALL
COVERING THE CENTRAL WEST The Canowindra High School P&C
Excellent Business Opportunity
Association is having a Deb of the Year
SPECIALISING IN RENOVATIONS Ball this Friday night 13 November,
LET US TAKE THE HARD WORK OUT OF starting at 6:30pm. The theme for the
night is Black & White. There are 11 girls
BEAUTIFYING YOUR HOME participating this year and they will be
CALL NOW TO GET presented at 7pm. Tickets are still on sale
from Canowindra Newsagency and are
IN BEFORE CHRISTMAS $30 each which includes a meal. “Idiot
Box” from Cowra will be playing from
0411 140 252 8:30pm to 12:30am.
The girls participating this year are: Get in now to take advantage of the
Peta Edwards partnered by Peter
PLAGUE LOCUSTS
Under the Rural Lands Protection Act Guthrie, Bonny Wythes partnered by Christmas sales season!
James Vitnell, Sarah Ellis partnered by
1998, all landholders are required to
report the presence of plague locusts on Sean Wyburn, Monique Kearney NOW $100,000ONO
their land to their local Livestock Health partnered by Tom Roth, Brittney Baker WIWO
partnered by Sam Beath, Jodie Hare part-
and Pest Authority (formerly Rural Lands
nered by Abram Wilcox, Janelle Zahra Phone Nicky Robson on
Protection Boards). They are also 02 6344 1245 or 0429 947 836
required to control locusts, which is most partnered by Nick Whatman, Kristi White-
man partnered by Josh Welsh, Narelle

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effectively done when the nymphs band
Forbes partnered by Brodie Friend, Alisha
together.
Insecticide is provided to ratepayers of
Livestock Health and Pest Authorities free
of charge and can be obtained from your
Smith partnered by Tom Abbott, Amy
Wythes partnered by Aaron Woolley.
The Canowindra High P & C hope this
ountry abels _
02 6344 1245
local authority office on 02 6391 3242. Friday’s event will be a successful
fundraiser and wish the girls luck. 53Z askillf treetV anowindra
BOOK YOUR DRAGONS ABREAST IN ORANGE
CHRISTMAS PARTY Colour City Dragon Boating Club of
NOW! Orange, together with Dragons Abreast,
successfully raised over $3,000 for
3 course Dragons Abreast Australia this year.
Christmas dinner $39 Dragons Abreast is a sporting body that
Ring for reservations
56 Gaskill Street raises awareness of breast cancer and
GOLD
WINNER 02 6344 1009 Canowindra the importance of early detection. They
offer hope and support to women and
Congratulations to the new Canowindra men dealing with breast cancer, and the
High School captains, Gabrielle Upton realisation that life can go on after
and Brydon Hughes and vice captains, treatment, with fun and challenge,
Melissa Nash and James Vitnell who were camaraderie and exercise.
elected last week. The captains were Dragon Boating meets in Orange at Lake
announced at the assembly last Friday in Canobolas on Tuesday and Thursday
front of the whole school and parents of evenings at 5:30pm, and Saturday
the elected students. The captains will mornings at 7:30am. Each session lasts
begin today identifying priorities, targets about 2 hours and you choose how often
and strategies for their term in office. you attend. You can be part of this very
The first official duty will be chairing the sociable, friendly crew who often have
Remembrance Day Service in Memorial barbecues for tea or brekky. The first
Park on Wednesday. Congratulations three visits are free and membership is
once again to the thirteen students who $130 for adults, and $50 for juniors.
put themselves forward for election. It is Colour City Dragons and community
envisaged all of these students will be co- members joined with Dragons Abreast at
Introducing Canowindra High School Captains opted to various leadership roles over the the annual Regatta at Cockle Bay, Darling
for 2010 Gabrielle Upton and Brydon Hughes next twelve months. Harbour two weeks ago, and did well
with a third and second placing, before
Saturday Night CANOWINDRA GOLF CLUB being stopped in the third race by a
torrential storm which washed out the
BADGE DRAW 6:30-8:30pm Ph: 02 6344 1342 Fax: 02 6344 2469 rest of the day.
Overall $180,000 was raised nationally
NOW $2,100 must be here 15 November this year. Dragons Abreast Australia is a
registered charity, but receives no
to win!!! 2 nd chance $60 4BBB vs Stableford
Sponsored by Falls Wines
government funding. It does however
have one 15 hours a week administrative
Meat raffle every Saturday night person and oodles of loving supportive
volunteers.
Weekday draw $80 - between 5:30-6:30pm If you would like more information on
RESTAURANT Asian & Australian meals 18 November this fun way to fitness, friends and
frivolity, phone Sandy McDonald on
Lunch W-Su 11:30am-2:30pm
Dinner W-Th 5-9pm F-Su 5-9:30pm Ladies Closing Day 02 6344 1776.
02 6344 1780 Shotgun Start 8:30am
Thanks to the many who contributed to
OPEN PUBLIC HOLIDAYS the “Booby Cake” drive.
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cutting - colouring - perming

men - women - kids - aunts

HAIR AND BEAUTY The Editor,
bikini, leg & Those with solar power being gener-
underarm wax $50
ated on their roofs, with the
surplus returned to the grid, may
This week’s specials 78 Gaskill Street
have not received an
Canowindra 02 6344 2800 account from Country Energy.

Tomato $2.50kg The power generated, back into the

Local Cudal Cherries $8.50kg COWS CREATE CAREERS grid, surplus to domestic need, is re-

Bok choy/choy sum $1 bunch Last Friday, the Year 9 Ag class travelled ceived by Country Energy for nothing.
to the Orange Ex-Services Club for the The normal cost to the consumer is
Phone orders: 6344 1011 Cows Create Careers presentation day. It thus eliminated by this surplus power
was just us and Dubbo College because generation, therefore no account is
Steamed Choy Sum with Parkes and Forbes didn’t attend. Students received.
listened to speeches from the national co Yours sincerely
Ginger, Shallots and Oyster Sauce -ordinators of the Cows Create Careers Bill Barwood
Program. Students were also given a ———————————————
3 choy sum, roughly chopped surprise speech from Trevor King who is
1 red onion, finely diced Cranky Rock Dam plan is now the
the consultant for National Dairy Foods. best option for the future for the
6 shallots, sliced Natalie Hare, Tanisha Whatman and
2 tsp finely grated fresh ginger Belabula and Lachlan Rivers.
Katelyn Stapleton participated in the quiz The Water Conservation and
2 tbs oyster sauce where we had to make animal buzzers.
1 tbs soy sauce Natalie was undeniably awesome and
Irrigation Commission had plans for
1 tsp sesame oil took out first place with her spectacular
this dam in the early 1960s and it
1 tsp caster sugar chicken noise (which Mr McLaughlan was to be built after completion of
Coriander sprigs, to serve could NOT imitate). Taryn, Nicole and Burrendong Dam. However,
Josh took part in the long jump game, Wyangala Dam wall was severely
Place choy sum in a bowl with ¼ cup of which Josh won easily. The TeaTiNaTorS damaged in the wet years from 1947
water, cover and microwave on high for (Taryn Buhagiar, Tahlia Pearce, Natalie to 1956. The big flood of 1952 had
1-2 minutes to steam. Drain and season Hare, Tanisha Whatman and Simone 14’ (4.27m) over the old spillway and
with salt and pepper. Middleton) took out the title of ‘Best in was the biggest flood in the Lachlan
the West’ dairy team. To claim this title since 1916.
Add red onion, shallots, oyster sauce, soy we presented a powerpoint presentation, So, instead of building Cranky Rock
sauce, sesame oil and sugar to choy sum poster, two letters to the farmer and Dam, the priority shifted to build new
and toss to coat. Trevor King and caring for the two dairy earth wall at Wyangala.
calves for four weeks. We all enjoyed our After this was completed a small dam
Serve steamed choy sum with coriander delicious free lunch and then headed to was constructed at Carcoar to shut up
Maccas for dessert!! Thank you to Mr local critics, which has not helped the
McLaughlan, Mr Mooney and Mrs Taylor river much.
CONSERVATION AGRICULTURE FIELD DAY for being our drivers for the day!! The building of a wall at Cranky Rock
Trangie Agricultural Research Centre Natalie Hare and Tanisha Whatman Gorge would be no more costly than
(TARC) is on track to host the 2010 NSW building a new wall downstream at
Conservation Agriculture Field Day on Lake Rowland, but would catch the
Thursday 18 February. water from all the tributaries from
Industry & Investment (I&I) NSW TARC Coombing Creek to Canomine Creek.
manager, Anne Mabey, said the This dam would be closer to Orange
Department was a partner with the and Cadia and would give a lot more
Conservation Agriculture and No-till confidence down the river to the
Farming Association (CANFA), Central Lachlan. In my opinion building a new
West Farming Systems and wall at Lake Rowlands or increasing
Riverina-based FarmLink Research in
running the popular event. the height of the wall at Wyangala
"The field day certainly continues to hit are not the best options.
the mark with more than 1000 visitors Charlie McCarron
flocking to this years field day at our Former Councillor of Boree &
Temora research station," Ms Mabey Cabonne and Central Tablelands
said. Wayne Caslick’s next 2 Day Natural
"We expect a similar turn-out for Horsemanship Clinic is on Saturday 21
Trangie as farmers continue to be drawn
to displays of the latest farm technology
and Sunday 22 November 2009 starting at
8:30am and finishes 4:30pm at
CENTRAL MOTORS
from controlled traffic and precision Canowindra Showground.
agriculture equipment, spray rigs to disc Cost of rider participation is $250 per
and tyne seeders."
CANFA chief executive officer, Neville
rider, or fence sitter $50 per person per Top mechanical service
day.
Gould, said the competition for the best Bring your own yarding, please note plus
farmer-modified machine, sponsored by electric fencing is not suitable, BYO every- NRMA Insurance - Business & Personal
The Land, has also been a popular draw- thing else.
card. Essentials: Riding boots, approved riding RTA inspections & mechanical repairs
"We hope to see next year's helmet, saddlery/riding tack, rope halter,
competition spark interest from farmers
across NSW," Mr Gould said.
Farmers and exhibitors can find more
12ft lead rope, appropriate riding cloth-
ing, and you and your horse (or course!)
Book early as there is a maximum of 12
02 6344 1075
info rma tio n abo ut the 2010
Conservation Agriculture Field Day by
riders for this clinic!
To register, please contact Wayne or
91 Gaskill Street
contacting Anne Mabey 02 6880 8000, Jenny Caslick on 02 6844 6213. Canowindra
[email protected] or Payment and waiver form to be returned
Neville Gould 02 6845 1044, ASAP to be assured of a place and AH 0429 441 075
[email protected]. commitment in the Clinic.
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For helpful advice & care phone nourish
Janeen Abbott @ the royal
02 6344 2112 Christmas party bookings
your local contact now being taken for
for Canowindra & district  in the restaurant
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STONE  in the beer garden
MEMORIALS please phone

GRANITE BENCHTOPS Katie Kelly on 6344 2515

DESIGN & CONSTRUCT or 0422 351 978

MONUMENTS & PLAQUES

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The family of the late
Clarence “Clarrie” Brooks, On Saturday 28 November 2009
formerly of Canowindra, at 6pm
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and support.
Thank you so much for your
kind thoughts and words, they
were greatly appreciated.
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WHAT A FABULOUS NIGHT OUT
Strawberry Rocky road 65 Gaskill Street Canowindra on
Monday 23 November at 7:30pm To reserve your place, simply call
Rum & Raisin Guest speaker will be Andrew Canowindra Pre-school on 02 6344 1261
White chocolate & blueberry Napier, the new Strategic
Planner from Cabonne Council. Wander through two floors and enjoy the
Lemon sorbet Mango sorbet New members and interested ambience created by the eclectic mix of
cones-cups-take home packs attend, weowners
business are welcome to Old and New
will also discuss our
49 Gaskill Street Canowindra Christmas party...
Look forward to seeing you there!
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GOLF CLUB NEWS JUNIOR CRICKET
On Sunday 8 November 36 players Canowindra Under 16s v Grenfell
contested the Matt Gillan Memorial Canowindra Under 16s travelled to
3 person ambrose event in ideal Grenfell where captain Blake Willson won
conditions. This event is sponsored the toss and batted. Twin brother Nick
by the Gillan Family and the Club Willson scored 20, including one 6, while
would like to thank them for their Mick Clyburn scored 22, also hitting a six.
generous support. Other run scorers were Blake Willson, 22
retired, Nick Traves 8 ret, Kain Earsman 5,
Winners of the day were the team of Matt Beaton 10, Harry Myers 4 ret,
John Cousins, Don Ward and Peter Connor Bennett 4, James Watson 3 ret,
Flannery. Runners up were David Jamie Grant 11, and Nicole Stevenson 4
Grant, Des and Sandy McDonald. for a total score of 139 runs.
Third place went to Ned and Jamie Grenfell’s innings started well due to
Grant and Matt McLean. Above: Robyn Newey, Jenny Fagan, some dropped catches from the
Nearest the Pin was Peter Hogan Helen Constable, Joyce Middleton, Julie Canowindra fielders but once Nicole
and Longest Drive was Matt McLean. Fairley, Penny Russ-Smith. Stevenson bowled Sam Tognetti for 1,
Canowindra resumed control. Mick
Coming events: CANOWINDRA WINS AT WARREN Clyburn, Kain Earsman, Harry Myers,
15/11 4BBB vs Stableford A total of 30 teams played in the Blake Willson and James Watson got one
Sponsored by Falls Wines WDLGA 3BBB vs Par final, which was wicket each, while James Russell chimed
22/11 18 Hole Stableford won by Canowindra’s Helen Consta-
in with 2-7 near the end. Some late
Sponsored by Swinging Bridge hitting from Alec Walsh and Lachlan
ble, Joyce Middleton & Julie Fairley Schneider couldn’t save Grenfell and they
with a score of +13, second place was were stranded on 115 at the end of their
Dubbo with +10 and the home team overs.
of Warren coming in third with a +10. Canowindra Under 14s v Eagle Boys
Now the ladies go on to the State Canowindra captain Rohan Toole, won
Finals to be held at Nelson Bay on 8 the toss and sent Eagle Boys in and
Mobile Crutching quickly claimed wickets which limited
& 9 November. We wish the Ladies all
Contract Fencing the best. Eagle Boys scoring. Simon Whatman ran
Canowindra Golf Ladies Presentation out Amy Edgar for the first wicket, closely
Contract Mustering followed by a wicket to Tim Middleton
Night will be held on Tuesday and two bowled by Rohan Toole. Brad
Lamb & calf marking
24 November, 6.30pm for 7. Tickets Napoli retired on 20 for Eagle Boys top
Mobile plunge dipping available from the Golf Club at $20 score out of their total of 55. The Under
Contract Farm Management each. Contact Marea Agustin 14s run chase started disastrously with
02 6344 1686 or Annette Thomas on Rohan Toole and Simon Whatman out in
Barclay’s Kelpies - Pups & Dogs 02 6344 2644. the first over. Unfortunately this brought

0448 535 743 Also the AGM will be held at the Golf
Club on Wednesday 25 November at
Alex Willson to the wicket and he
proceeded to score 31 off 2.3 overs
which included 5 fours and a six. With the
www.barclayskelpies.com 3pm.
Hope to see all the Ladies there. score now on 49 Canowindra’s victory
02 6344 1117 AH was assured. Eagle Boys continued to
bowl so all Canowindra could get a bat
Save the date... and the batting practice came in very
useful as Tim Middleton scored 10, Bailey
Cain 16, Harry Whatman 9, Bradyn
Nov 11: Remembrance Day 10:50am at Memorial Park. Lest we forget.
Nov 11: Boot Camp 2009! Role call: Ladies 5.30-6.30pm; Men 6.30-7.30pm @ Pool Cassidy 14, Robert Moroney 1 and
Nov 12: Swimming Club registration 3:30-5pm @ the Pool Stewart Russell with his highest score so
Nov 13: Swimming Club starts at the Pool. far of 7.
This week the U16s play Lachlan
Nov 17: Junior Cricket Club AGM at the Services Club 7pm. All are welcome. Fertilizers at the Oval while the U14s play
Nov 19: CWA monthly meeting 2pm CWA Rooms Blatchford Street. Grenfell at Grenfell, good luck to both
Nov 19: Canowindra Ladies Auxiliary Show meeting 2pm at Canowindra Services sides.
Club. Contact Deborah Rutter Secretary 02 6344 2490
Nov 21: The Famous Moorbel Hall Monster Garage Sale!
Nov 21-22: Wayne Caslick Horsemaship Clinic
Nov 23: Canowindra Business Chamber meeting 65 Gaskill Street at 7:30pm.
CLASSIFIEDS
Nov 24: Canowindra Golf Ladies Presentation Night 6.30pm for 7, tickets $20 FOR SALE COURIER BUSINESS: Established
Contact Marea Agustin 02 63441686 or Annette Thomas on 02 6344 2644 25 years. Ideal for owner/operator.
Nov 25: Canowindra Golf Ladies AGM 3pm at the Golf Club. Canowindra, Cowra, Blayney, Bathurst
Nov 26: CWA Canowindra Evening Group meeting 7pm CWA Rooms. return. 5 days profitable, easy run. Large
Nov 28: Canowindra Lions Club Car Show & Shine entry nominations ASAP to client base ’06 Izuzu truck. 02 6344 2280
Michael on 0427 442 078
TO LET: 2 or 3 bedroom flats, central
location near main street. $120pw
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