The Canowindra Phoenix Issue 78 ISSN 1837-0136 Tuesday 29 September 2009

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LADIES AUXILIARY REPORT The Cobley Pavilion at the Canowindra Show delivered a wonderful display of entries in all sections. Congratulations to all exhibitors, without your contribution this annual event would suffer greatly. Many thanks to all the sponsors who provided excellent trophies and awards. Certificate and/or trophy recipients in each section are duly noted for their excellence. Those who didn’t receive formal recognition, your work and contribution is equally achieving. I’m sure the judges who had the difficult task of decision makers acknowledge the same sentiment as the Ladies Auxiliary, that all exhibitors are worthy of public congratulations. Thank you to all the judges, without your voluntary involve-ment and commitment this community event would not achieve personal reward for the contributors. Congratulations to Jean Goodacre who was the ‘Most Successful Exhibitor’ across Sections O, P, R, S, T and Ta. Jean retains the ‘Nita Bassett Perpetual Trophy’ until the 2010 annual Show. The flower and produce sections were challenged by the weather, with most entries bearing a common red dust

CANOWINDRA SHOW PRESIDENT’S REPORT Braving a disgustingly windy and cold day, Canowindra residents turned out to see the Show. They mightn’t have stayed very long but they came through the gate, so on behalf of the Show Committee we thank you. The first person I have to thank is Chris Street who gave me my first Saturday Show morning sleep in for about seven years, thanks Chris it meant a lot. I repeat my thanks to secretary Kristen Street (I got it right that time, Chris) and immediate past president Colin Tangye, you both made the Show organisation

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COSTA’S ORGANIC ODYSSEY Costa Georgiadis was in Canowindra last Friday filming an episode of “Costa’s Garden Odyssey”, an SBS programme on Thursday nights at 8pm. The episode featuring Canowindra’s Rivers Road Organic Farms will air February 2010. Initially in the area to film the Sakura Matsuri at Cowra, Costa also visited Kitanodai Kaihatsu, an organic market garden in Cowra, and spoke with Wayne McKay from Billimari about canola. Costa tracked down the Rivers Road organic community via Sam Statham from Rosnay Winery through their web-site. As his program focuses on organic and permaculture practices, Costa was very excited to see so many enthusiastic people who share his passion for nature. Further information regarding Costa’s visit, and our region’s organic lifestyles will be reported in the future, however you can read more on Costa and his tv program at: www.sbs.com.au/shows/costa

tinge. Nevertheless the beauty and entry standard still was maintained. The craft and needlework sections pro-duced excellent work. Extra display area allowed for larger items to be viewed especially the magnificent quilt work. The cooking and preserves reinforced the skills of our country cooks. The ‘Cake made by a Man’ section was well challenged with 8 entries. Ned Curry took out 1st, Anthony Durkin 2nd and Grant Cummings highly commended. All exhibits were great and were a hot topic in the Pavilion. Junior Art gave proof of the fantastic up-and-coming Artists currently in Canowindra. The brilliant work on display showed the high level of skill our local children have. Fine Arts and Photography displayed fabulous creativity and skill. Judges in each section agreed on the quantity and quality of work. The ‘Under 25 yr’ section in Fine Arts was excellent as were the Children’s sections in the Photography. The new classes in Photography were well attended with magnificent photos, well done. Congratulations to all the children who entered in any of the Cobley Pavilion classes. You produced great work and gave a lot of delight to a lot of people. Well done! Thank you to everyone involved in the success of the Canowindra Show. Thank you to the students from Canowindra High School who helped the Ladies on Friday. The Stewards and assistants in the Cobley Pavilion did a great job, your care and dedication to the Canowindra Show Ladies Auxiliary is congratulated. Well done! Deb Rutter, Secretary Canowindra Show Ladies Auxiliary.

much easier. To all exhibitors, whether they be jams or cakes in the Cobley Pavilion, or livestock over the rest of the showground thank you. Without your efforts the Show could not go on. A special vote of thanks go to all Show-girl entrants, both Junior & Senior, who braved the cold conditions in summer outfits. Teiya Thornberry was awarded the Junior Showgirl title while Andrea Davis snagged the Senior Showgirl ribbon. Andrea now goes on to Zone Showgirl judging in Dubbo on 20 February 2010. We all wish her luck at the next level. Lynne Russell

Costa and his film crew in Steve Brown’s yard

Gaskill Greens were so impressed by the creativity of all the kids in the Animals Made From Fruit or Vegetables section in the Cobley Pavilion at the Canowindra Show that they will give all entrants free fruit. Bring in your entry card to claim either a plump fresh mango or a bag of juicy apples. First prize winners will receive a $30 open order when they present their prize certificate. Congratulations to you all! First Cowra Asparagus of Season Joy of joys, the first local asparagus is here. Due to the lack of space this week, look instore for a Creamy Chicken, Asparagus and Tarragon Pie recipe.

This week’s specials � Bags of apples - $3.00 � Cowra asparagus - $2.50 � Spuds 5kg - $5.00

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CANCER CARE WEST FUNDRAISER A new hospital is currently under construction in Orange which will house a modern cancer treatment facility providing rural patients access to radio therapy as well as other associated cancer treatments. Currently rural residents are required to travel to metro-politan areas for such treatment. This facility will service two thirds of the state, covering far, mid and central NSW, approximately 270,000 people. Statistics show that rural patients currently have a lesser survival rate than our metropolitan counter parts with 35% more likely to die due to lack of access to equitable treatment in rural NSW, also that women in an effort to reduce absence from their families usually opt for a more radical treatment. Cancer now touches the lives of all Australians! We are fundraising to provide on site accommodation for patient and carer which will include their own bedroom and ensuite, a community recreational room, kitchen and laundry facilities. The Mayor of Cabonne, Councillor Kevin Duffy has consented to allowing his mous-tache to be removed and I have consented to allowing my head to be shaved if we can raise a minimum of $15,000 for this more than worthy cause which will not only be of benefit for the residents of Cabonne but for all west of the mountains. “I appeal to you all to take a moment to consider this information and these statistics. I appreciate that in these difficult economic times everyone has reduced spending by choice, I ask you to please consider those who have no choice with this illness, and show your support by sponsoring us in this cause.” Anyone wishing to make a donation can leave it at the Cabonne Office/Library in Gaskill Street. All donations over $2 are tax deductible and shall have a receipt issued. With appreciation of your support, Janelle Culverson More information: www.ccwest.org.au

FREE CERVICAL CANCER VACCINE Time is quickly running out for FREE vaccinations, which normally cost well over $300 and are not listed on the PBS. Females between the ages of 18-26 have until the first week in October to receive their first of three injections against HPV, the human papillomavirus, the major cause of cervical cancer. The three injections run over four months, after your first dose the second is 30 days, and the third 90 days after that. You must complete the whole course by 31 December 2009 to take advantage of this free service. Call your doctor NOW to make an appointment!

CANOWINDRA FOOD BASKET A new community program, Canowindra Food Basket, will start operations Friday 16 October from the Uniting Church Hall in Blatchford Street, between 9am and 12noon. Food will be available to pension card holders, health care card holders, and those referred by clergy or appropriate agencies. An activity of the Cooperating Anglican Parish of Canowindra and the Uniting Church Congregations of Canowindra, Cranbury and Cudal, the project will operate with the assistance of volunteers. Food and other household items are available for low income families. Cost is $20 or $10 for a selection of items valued at around $80. Eligibility to participate: • Pension Card holder • Health Care Card holder • Referral from an Agency Please bring a recent account for address identification. One registration only per household Please bring your own carry bags. For more information, or to volunteer, please call Libby Balcomb on 02 6344 1983 or Marion Wilson on 02 6344 1716.

CANOWINDRA MARKETS ON SATURDAY Spring has sprung and Christmas will be here before we know it. The Rotary Markets are on this Saturday at the Basketball courts, starting at 8am. Why not clear out those cupboards and get together with some friends, hire a site and get money for all those needed Christmas items. The more stalls we have the more people will come and browse. Available for sale at the markets will be tickets in this year’s Rotary Christmas raffle. First prize is a BBQ and second prize is bottles of wine. Also Rotary members will be taking orders for Christmas cakes, these are a rich fruit cake, weighing 1.2kg. Cost of the cake is $20, $5 from each cake sold will be donated to help in the eradication of polio. Cake sales will be available until November 23 and delivery will be by mid December. Further information about the Markets can be obtained from Bill Watson on 6344 1886.

Cabonne Mayor Kevin Duffy and Cabonne Councillor Janelle Culverson, with Cabonne Council General Manager Graeme Fleming

SOLAR PANELS VS RED DUST Top tip from Bill Barwood: clean solar panels thoroughly to ensure optimal performance. Just hosing is insufficient, they have to be scrubbed to remove the fine coating from the recent dust storms.

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CONTACTING POLICE Ringing the right number will save you valuable time in a stressful situation. Police Assistance Line (PAL): 131 444 If you are a victim of a crime, other than emergency situations, or have a general police inquiry, you should contact the NSW Police Assistance Line. Once your report is completed the information is immediately available to your local police. If police presence is required, they will arrange this for you. Types of crime you can report to PAL include: • Break and enter • Fraud • Motor vehicle theft • Stealing • Lost property • Malicious damage, including graffiti • Minor motor vehicle accidents* *No vehicles required towing, no one was injured, all parties exchanged details, no one was under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If unsure, ring PAL first, they will advise the best number to ring for your situation. Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 Crime Stoppers provides members of the public the ability to report information on cr iminals and cr iminal act iv ity anonymously. Crime Stoppers seeks information on: • People wanted by police • Unsolved crimes and future crime that is

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• Suspicious or unusual activity Triple Zero EMERGENCY: 000 If you need police, fire or ambulance in an emergency call Triple Zero (000). Always call Triple Zero (000) in situations where a life is in danger, a crime is taking place, or in time-critical situations.

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Rob Rogan in full flight judging the Men’s Cake class, onlookers rapt with anticipation

MEN’S CAKE CHALLENGE NO FLOP Ok, so Nick didn’t win this year, however he bowed gracefully in defeat. Ned Curry, Anthony Durkin and Grant Cummings showed that they weren’t afraid of a good challenge, and came up trumps with their cake making ability. The proof is in their pudding...well, cake!

CANOWINDRA CWA NEWS It was decided at the dinner which was held last Thursday 24 September that potential new members of the CWA would become members of the day branch. Many of the women who became new members on Thursday night have work or family commitments which do not allow them to attend the day meetings. These women can now attend night gatherings which will be held on the fourth Thursday of each month. Some members of the day branch will attend the night gatherings to assist with continuity.

The next evening function will be held October 22 at the CWA rooms. Positions will be allocated and ideas collated for interesting speakers and causes to support in the future. Thanks to Sarah Cummings for the professional way she chaired the dinner on Thursday night and for Ros Bullock for being the correspondent. Contact person for the next evening meeting is Ros Bullock 02 6344 1447, who has also established an email distribution list. Please advise Ros if you wish to be included on this list.

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Save the date...Save the date...Save the date...Save the date... Sept 29: Little Athletics registration 4:30-5:30pm Golf Club. Call 0438 499 069 for more info. Oct 2: Canowindra Historical Society meeting 2.30pm at the Services Club. Oct 2: nourish @ The Royal Hotel open for the long weekend. Book now on 02 6344 2515 Oct 3: River Bank Gallery David Lake, Peter Carr and Heinz Rahn exhibition opening. Oct 3: Jigzag at taste Canowindra ring now to book on 02 6344 2332 Oct 16: Canowindra Food Basket 9am-12noon at Uniting Church Hall Blatchford Street.

LOST: small crippled loved cockatiel calling himself “Sparra” McNaught, got caught in the wind on Sunday near Bowling Club. Call 02 6344 1043 REWARD OFFERED.

GOLF On Sunday 27 September, 21 players competed in the Windowrie Wines sponsored 18 hole stroke monthly medal event . In cold, windy conditions the winner was Peter Kennedy with a nett score of 69. Second was Malcolm Millar with 70, and third was Warren Fisher on 71. A big program of golf is planned for this coming long weekend. On Saturday 3 October a charity day in aid of our local Soldier’s Memorial Hospital will be held. This event is a three person ambrose over 18 holes, with all non-golfers invited to play. There will be lots of auctions, a sausage sizzle, and an auction at the end of the day. On Sunday 4 October a 4 BBB event for the Ron Greentree Memorial will be held. Monday 5 October the course will be open for social golf, so limbre up and come and play a few holes.

SHEARING COMPETITION RESULTS In the SportShear on Saturday, which turned into a marathon event, there were 48 shearers and 17 wool handlers in the competitions. In an almost family result Bill Hutchinson won the Open Shearing and his sister Rachel won the Open Wool Handling. Both now go on the compete in the Australian Titles at Warialda on 9 & 10 October, we wish them both luck. Also, Bill and Rachel’s mother Kim was third in the Novice Wool Handling, so obviously a family that competes together stays together. The future of the SportShear competition appears to be safe as there were nine competitors in the Novice Wool Handling as the young shearers continue to learn their trade. First in the Novice event was Frank Hook, followed by Jamie Boothman, Johnno Baker and Blake Cluff.

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FRIDAY NIGHT HARNESS RACING RESULTS There were two harness races at the Canowindra Showground on Friday night. In the first the Chris Williams Rural Supplies & Canowindra Post Shop Pace the winner was Teeney Weeny Wahini, driven by Jason Gaffney; second Mustang Bahey, driven by Daryl Davis; and third Bestlethergo, driven by Gordon Dillon. The second race was the Watson Family & Canowindra Services & Citizens Club Pace which went to Nicksaloulou, driven by Daryl Davis; while Golden Lexie, driven by Colin Fliedner was second. In next years trots nominations can be taken on the night which will make it easier for any wishing to make a late entry.

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SPORT POLOCROSSE ADVENTURE From the Friday night the polocrosse exhibition match Orange beat Sydney and the horse that got spooked, broke his tether rope and ran away the Highway Patrol caught the horse at Moorbel.

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DRIVER REVIVER ROSTER Friday 2 October CWA 11am to 5pm. Rotary 5pm to close. Saturday 3 October Lions 8.30am to 1pm Red Cross 1pm to close

DRIVER REVIVER ROSTER Monday 5 October Masonic Lodge 8.30am to 3pm Billican Productions 3pm to close. Committee Meeting 12 October 4.30pm at the Canowindra Bowling Club.

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