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Be Seen @ Parkes School of Dance

August 10, 2023 by Roxane Manley

Being a ballerina or dancer is just like being an artist.

 

Creating shapes and lines that are beautiful to the eye.

 

Lots of line work #parkesschoolofdanceinc

Be Seen @ FNPS Excursion to Canberra

August 3, 2023 by Roxane Manley

Our Gal – Isabella Christina Ten Cate da Silva

August 3, 2023 by Roxane Manley

How old are you? 12.

What school do you attend and what year are you in? Parkes East Public School, Year 6.

Were you named after anyone? Middle name: Nan.

What three things would you like to pack in your lunchbox every day? Oreos, Tim Tams, Honey Soy Chicken Chips

If you could choose any job in the world, what would you do? An equestrian.

If you had to spend $10,000 today, how would you spend it? Buy a dachshund.

What is the scariest thing you’ve ever done? Going on a massive roller coaster.

If you could meet any historical person, who would that be? Pele.

What makes you feel like dancing? Listening to music.

If you had three wishes, what would you wish for? To have unlimited Sour Patch Kids, to open a Brazilian Restaurant and to visit family in Brazil when I like. 

Isabella Christina Ten Cate da Silva

Parkes Boars Player Of The Week – Kevin Oliver

August 3, 2023 by Roxane Manley

Kevin Oliver

Position at Parkes Rugby Union Club: President 

Where were you born? Born in Parkes 1971.

Were you named after anyone? Middle name Lesley after his grandfather.

Which of your accomplishments are you most proud of? Most proud: of his 4 children – and his growing number of grandchildren.

What historical moment stands out most in your memory? Parkes Bicentenary Celebrations.

What’s the single best piece of advice you’ve ever received? “No such thing as a silly question”.

What are the three things you would take to a deserted island? Beer, food and a boat.

If you had to spend $10,000 today, how would you spend it? Take Bronnie and the family on a holiday.

Be Seen @ the new Parkes Wetlands site

August 3, 2023 by Roxane Manley

Over 80 volunteers planted 500 trees and shrubs at the new Parkes Wetlands site.

 

Parkes Shire Council was proud to partner with Central West Lachlan Landcare Inc, and Fulton Hogan, who donated 500 jute planting squares, stakes, and biodegradable guards.

 

Local residents turned out in record-breaking numbers on Sunday for National Tree Day.

Be Seen @ Forbes AFL Clinic

July 27, 2023 by Roxane Manley

Some fancy footwork.

 

Handball in motion.

 

Ball handling drills.

Be Seen @ Not Now Darling

July 27, 2023 by Roxane Manley

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.

 

Our Bloke – Jack Charles Douglas Dunford

July 27, 2023 by Roxane Manley

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. 

Be Seen @ Forbes TAFE

July 20, 2023 by Roxane Manley

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.

Our Gal – Fiona Mary Dunn

July 20, 2023 by Roxane Manley

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. 

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