Jorja Banett from St Paul’s College, Freya Hooper from Red Bend Catholic College, Poppy Starr from Scots All Saints College and Josephine Galcsik from St Philip’s Christian College. Photograph: Jessica Hromas/The Guardian
2024 HSC Success For Red Bend Catholic College Student: RBCC want to congratulate Freya Hooper, who was announced as being one of 4 students to top the state in Primary Industries in the 2024 HSC exam. Congratulations also to the three other country girls who came equal first in the course, which covers everything from fencing to driving a tractor and drenching sheep; Jorja Banett from St Paul’s College Walla Walla, Poppy Starr from Scots All Saints College and Josephine Galcsik from St Philip’s Christian Education Foundation.
R U OK? Not everyone has the same thoughts, feelings and experiences over the holiday period. Someone you know might find it a really tough time of year.
Keep an eye out for the signs a mate is struggling, and take the time to check in.
Double Demerits In Force From Today: Philip Donato MP is reminding everyone that double demerits are in place for 13 consecutive days in NSW over the festive season, from Friday, 20 December 2024 until the end of Wednesday, 1 January 2025 inclusive. “A timely reminder to be extra safe out there on the roads this festive season – arrive alive!” Take care, Phil.
Parkes Shire Libraries: Everyone is invited to visit the annual Elvis Photography Competition running from 8 – 31 January in the Coventry Room, at the Parkes Library and Cultural Centre. The announcement of winners will take place on Friday 10 January at 4pm. Everyone is welcome. Light refreshments will be available.
Forbes Veterinary Clinic: Are you going Fishing over the Holidays? Fishing related litter and debris can have a big impact on wildlife that interact with it. Birds, turtles, platypus and other aquatic animals can be accidentally injured by discarded fishing tackle, including fishing line, hooks and sinkers, lures, traps and nets. At some popular fishing sites, it can also impact visitors and their dogs.
Central West Police District: A reminder as we get into the holidays and people are travelling. Driving fatigued is one of the three biggest killers on NSW Roads. https://testyourtiredself.com.au/
Parkes Public School: We wish Mrs Whitty all the best in her retirement! Thank you Mrs Whitchurch for 31 years of service at Parkes Public School and over 40 years of service to the Department of Education.
You have made such a wonderful impact on the PPS school community
Thank you Mrs Whitty for your 30+ years of dedication, you will be greatly missed.