Parkes Musical & Dramatic Society’s latest show Not Now Darling, played its second week.
The show has received rave reviews and the cast and crew have done an incredible job.
If you haven’t seen it, get your tickets now for the final weekend of Not Now Darling.
Jack Charles Douglas Dunford
How old are you? 12.
What school do you attend and what year are you in? I am in year 6 at Parkes East Public School.
Were you named after anyone? Middle names: Pop and Pa.
What three things would you like to pack in your lunchbox every day? Oreos, LCMs, plain Smiths chips.
If you could choose any job in the world, what would you do? Professional cricketer.
If you had to spend $10,000 today, how would you spend it? Cricket bats and general sporting equipment.
What is the scariest thing you’ve ever done? Climbed Uluru.
If you could meet any historical person, who would that be? Sir Donald Bradman.
What makes you feel like dancing? Music.
If you had three wishes, what would you wish for? To have a big property, coach a sporting team and make my own cricket bats.
TAFE NSW Forbes offers a range of practical courses in vocational access and general education, together with trade programs.
Courses run at the annexe include carpentry and joinery, along with a range of primary industries and natural resources options.
The campus also specialises in aged care, business, computing, hairdressing, retail and welding programs.
Fiona Mary Dunn
Where were you born? Forbes.
Were you named after anyone? No.
Which of your accomplishments are you most proud of? Being a mum and grandmother.
What historical moment stands out most in your memory? 911.
What’s the single best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Treat everyone how you would like to be treated.
What’s the greatest risk you’ve ever taken? Going to the underground mine-tool in Ballart.
What are the three things you would take to a deserted island? My toy poodle dog named Ruby, my knitting and an endless supply of Tim Tams.
If you had to spend $10,000 today, how would you spend it? On an overseas trip.
When are you happiest? When I am with my family.
Last term PCYC Parkes partnered with the NSW Police Force Youth Command to run our Fit for Life program at PCYC Parkes and Condobolin High School each Thursday morning. We are looking forward to kicking off our Fit for Life Program again in Term 3 each Tuesday at PCYC Parkes, Thursdays at Condobolin High School and Wednesdays at Peak Hill Central School.
This is an important program that engages with our young people to form positive relationships with school, community and Police.
A big thank you to Senior Sergeant Daniel Greef for his ongoing support of PCYC Parkes.
Grahame Keith Grant
Where were you born? Goulburn NSW.
Were you named after anyone? Keith is my father’s name.
Which of your accomplishments are you most proud of? Travelling and snow skiing.
What historical moment stands out most in your memory? Thredbo landslide.
What’s the single best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Be respectful.
What’s the greatest risk you’ve ever taken? Arriving in Canada for a ski season without accommodation or a job.
What are the three things you would take to a deserted island? Music, dog and a knife.
If you had to spend $10,000 today, how would you spend it? On a plane ticket.
When are you happiest? In the sun surrounded by nature.
Bubble Games were enjoyed by the local youth at Lions Park 11th July.
Thanks to the Forbes Shire Council and the Forbes Youth Action Team for organising these great events.
So much fun! Thanks to Bubble Games Australia.
The National Hereford Youth Camp was held in Parkes over the school holidays.
A big thank you to all the cattle owners and breeders for bringing along their cattle.
142 kids attended from across NSW, QLD, Victoria, SA &
New Zealand.
Sunshine Parker
Known as: Sunny.
Where were you born: South Jordan, Utah, USA.
What year were you born: 2000.
When and where did you play your first game of rugby: Alpine City, USA.
When did you come to Parkes: April 2022.
What position do you play: Hooker and Prop.
Your go to food before a game: Eggs on toast.
Interests outside of rugby: Reading, hiking and a good feed.
Where do you work: Deja Brew and Currajong Medical Centre.
Married/In a relationship/Single: Single.
Kids: No.
Rugby player that you look up to: Ilona Maher – USA 7s.
What is it about rugby that keeps you playing: The culture and that there’s a place for everyone.
Mr Oraha thanking Wiradjuri Elder Mr Anderson for attending the NAIDOC assembly.
Poppy Rodgers was one of the winners of the NAIDOC colouring competition.
The sausage sandwiches were a hit amongst all of the students.
