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Be Seen @ Wellness Pod Galari River Arts Festival

August 15, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Yoga with Carmen from The Held Collective.


Drumming with Kitty.


Storytelling with Cherie and Kitty from Sisters Supporting Sisters.

Be Seen @ Squash With Henry Cross

August 15, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Parkes Squash player Henry Cross has just played in his first ever Professional Squash Tournament – a satellite event in Canberra.


Henry finished in 13th place, which is fitting because his world ranking also jumped up to number 13 for his age group.


Henry thanked his dad Jay (left) and Geoff (centre) for coaching him during the weekend.

Be Seen @ Forbes Public School

August 8, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Public Education Week celebrations kicked off with so many amazing costumes. It was wonderful to see the excitement on students faces as they arrived.


The smiles as they paraded for family and friends. Then the pride as they showed their work and classrooms off to allof the special visitors.


The Book Fair was a hit and the support of our school community greatly appreciated.

Be Seen @ Parkes High School

August 8, 2024 by Roxane Manley

PHS students had the wonderful opportunity to attend the inaugural Parkes Careers Expo, organised by Mr Anderson from Parkes Neighbourhood Central.


Students had the chance to interact with local industries, universities, NSW Police and the Australian Defence Force to name just a few.


It was a great experience for all of the students who at­tended the expo.

Be Seen @ Parkes Netball Presentation

August 1, 2024 by Roxane Manley

After much hard work, PDNA celebrated the 2024 season.


Well done to each and every player – you all played well.


A big shout out to all who made it possible for the girls to play the sport they love.

Be Seen @ Forbes Pony Club

August 1, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Thank you to everyone who attended for an action packed day full of horses, friends and lots of smiles.


Thank you to the amazing judges who volunteered your time this, and your feedback on how lovely the riders were.


To all the members that volunteered over the weekend, cooking , setting up, canteen, judging, big THANK YOU!

Be Seen @ FRUC Ladies Day

July 25, 2024 by Roxane Manley

There was an excellent turn out for Ladies Day last Saturday despite the weather.


It was a huge win for 1st grade in a top of the table clash against Bathurst Bulldogs 28-26.


Close game for the Women with a 5-17 loss and 2nd grade going down 19-32.

Be Seen @ Nations Of Origin Tournament

July 25, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Parkes PCYC sent 3 teams to Sydney last week to com­pete in the Nations of Origin Tournament. Ollie, Kate and Andy Thomas prepared one of the footy teams.


Parkes PCYC Club Manager Kimberlet Sherrett helped the kids raise over $20,000 to be able to participate. Torin Hando and Jordan McDougall prepared the other team.


This was the first Nations of Origin Tournament that Parkes PCYC have competed in, so it was seen as an historic moment. Sam Clark prepared the gym girls.

Be Seen @ Galari River Arts Forbes

July 18, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Thank you to each of the willing volunteers who partici­pated in the Bogong Moth Workshop.


Participants learnt of the environmental challenges faced by the Bogong moths, and the pygmy possums that rely on them as a food source.


Workshop participants experienced the power and unity of the Forbes and Parkes community – sharing is caring.

Be Seen @ Generosity Church Parkes

July 18, 2024 by Roxane Manley

The Generosity Church Youth Camp was a powerful mo­ment in time for local teens.


The Sunday morning gathering was once again a place of deep spirituality and practical living.


Everyday people having an eternal impact for an extraor­dinary God.

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