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Show: volunteer bar staff are needed to work at this year's Canowindra Show. If you have an RSA & want to be part of all the fun of the fair, please contact the Canowindra Show Society on 02 6344 2525. Calendar: make sure you add the Billimari Hall Quiz Night in your diary for Saturday 23 June. Money raised will go into maintaining Hall. For more information, please contact Cathy Smith on 6344 3525 or 0427 248 583. Pool: closes for the season next Friday 30 March, opening hours are 12-5pm everyday up until then. Patrons are asked to please finalise payments of your season tickets this week. Should you have any problems, please call Jarrod 0458 698 507. Photos: Annette Thomas is compiling a booklet to mark the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Canowindra Golf Club, and is asking for any early photos of the Club: sand greens, construction, etc, that you may have. The clubhouse was built in May 1932 & funded by the efforts of members. Contact Annette on 6344 2644 or drop them into the Club. All care will be taken with your photos. Smalls: the ever popular River Bank Gallery open entry & people's choice exhibition will open Saturday 7 April. Artists of all abilities & ages are encouraged to enter, with works due in by Wednesday 4 April. Get creative & don't be shy, the River Bank Gallery is all about encouraging creativity. Entry forms are available from the Gallery at 71 Gaskill Street Canowindra, by phoning 02 6344 2778 or email Catherine or David at info@riverbankgallery.com.au Flickerfest: this is your last opportunity to get your tickets to this year's short film festival on it's Australian tour held at Rosnay this Saturday 24 March. You can get tickets now at Cowra Tourism Centre, Canowindra Age of Fishes Museum or Finns Store. Bikes: there's going to be a few bikes around the area this weekend as Bicycle NSW have organised a weekend of rides centred around Orange, so be careful when you are driving. It's also a good time to remind you that riders are still meeting on Wednesday afternoons & Sunday mornings for riders interested. Wednesday now leaves from the gate at the Sports Oval at 5:30pm and Sunday morning from 7am outside of Finns Store for the more dedicated souls. Should you wish to meet up for this ride, please call Corey "Knight Rider" on 0459 034 001 so he can wait for you. Times may change once daylight savings ends. Folk: at Canowindra is on again this Sunday (yes people, it is the last Sunday of the month...where is this year going???) Featuring the exceptional talent of Rob & Olya Willis, this is going to be an afternoon of quality acts. Rob was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2012 for his contribution to the preservation of Australian folklore, and Olya collects and performs elements of her Ukrainian culture. So for a mix of music, yarns and song get to taste Canowindra 42 Ferguson Street on Sunday 25 March from 4-6pm. There is an open mike time for musos and poets as well. For all enquiries, contact Nerida Cuddy on 0429 048 603. Note: Margaret Wallington's number for booking stalls for the Night Markets at the Balloon Glow was incorrect in last week's Phoenix, the number should have read 02 6344 7153. Changes: you may have noticed that the layout of The Phoenix has changed slightly, as we are experimenting with different sizing to allow for growth in the near future. Over the next few months we will try out a couple of changes and, as The Phoenix is your newspaper, you are encouraged to provide feedback. You can do so by phoning our office on 02 6344 2760, via email to admin@canowindraphoenix.com.au or anonymously at www.canowindraphoenix.com.au. Whether you love it or hate it, all comments are valuable in deciding what The Phoenix will be like for the next few years. Thank you for your Local Councillor contacts: Cr Anthony Durkin

A WHEELY GOOD CAUSE Benjamin and Jemima Read are the young parents of Gideon, Mahalah and Anwen pictured from left to right above, who are non-identical triplets born in 2005. "The Triplets" as they are affectionately known around town started school this year. They were born with Merosin Deficient Muscular Dystrophy and rely on power wheelchairs to get around day to day. These wheelchairs are now reaching their 'use-bydate': constantly having mechanical issues; becoming impractical and unsuitable, especially for Gideon and Anwen. The Reads are fundraising for new specialised power wheelchairs which will give the children much more independence and freedom, which will ease some of the daily pressure on family life. These particular chairs are called 'Snap Dragons' and are made by Dragon Mobility in the UK (see www.youtube.com/watch?v=qckGvWRIBjg and dragonmobility.com/snapdragon.php). The chairs are not usually supplied to Australia so the Reads will need to import them, as well as provide the majority of the funding, which their target is $55,000. Muscular Dystrophy NSW has kindly opened an account to assist the family's fundraising for the wheelchairs. They are offering tax deductible receipts for those who wish to donate: Muscular Dystrophy NSW: PO Box 1365, Meadowbank NSW 2114 Ph 02 9809 2111 St George Bank account Name: Muscular Dystrophy Association NSW BSB: 332-027 Account Number: 553 327 548 Please specify the Reads in the reference field. For anyone who prefers, Jemimah has launched an online fundraising page at: www.everydayhero.com.au/readtriplets As at Tuesday evening, the current total online is $4,200 which is a great achievement since the page has only been up since Friday 16 March. Any assistance would be very gratefully received by the Read family, and records of all donations will be kept with regular updates published so you can track how the fundraising is progressing. For further details please contact Jemimah Read on 0458 090 967.

CABONNE GENERAL MANAGER TO RETIRE After 25 years at the helm of Cabonne Council, General Manager Graeme Fleming announced on Monday that he will retire early in August. Mr Fleming said he had wrestled with the decision before telling Councillors and staff that his last day of work would be Friday 3 August 2012. It has been the most difficult decision of my life, but the time has arrived to write some new chapters in my book of life and to spend more time with my wife Kerri, children and grandchildren, he said. Cabonne Mayor Bob Dowling said the Council was losing one of the most experienced and highly regarded professionals in Local Government. When Graeme arrived, this council was in a precarious financial position with $9 million of debts and struggling to meet its day-to-day commitments, Cr Dowling said. Now Cabonne is regarded as being one of the most financially sound councils in the State with more than $30 million in investments and funds available for current and future capital projects. Graeme has achieved this through exceptional financial management. He will leave Cabonne in an outstanding position but with some very big shoes to fill when we begin an Australia-wide search to find his replacement. After starting his Local Government career and university studies in Condobolin, Mr Fleming worked on councils in Bega, Cooma and Gilgandra before becoming the Shire Clerk at Barraba in 1983 at just 28, making him the youngest in the State. He was still the States youngest shire clerk when he moved to Cabonne four years later.

Ive also taken great satisfaction in seeing staff develop and progress their careers, particularly through our own organisation, he said. Our staff development program where we have been able to recognise talent and grow our own staff has been one of the key achievements during my time at Cabonne. Mr Fleming said other notable projects included: The timber bridge replacement program. At the end of 2012-13 all but three of 59 timber bridges will have been replaced by concrete structures; The Waluwin Community Centre at Molong Australias first fully integrated primary health and community care facility; Increased spending on roadworks, with a record $12 million allocated to road improvements in the current financial year; The new council chambers and office extensions; One of the States first self-replacing plant funds which has given Cabonne one of the most modern and best equipped plant fleets in NSW; and The establishment of the Wellington Blayney Cabonne Strategic Alliance with savings and benefits to its member councils of more than $4.2 million since its inception in 2003. Mr Fleming also played a key role in the establishment of the CENTROC organisation of Councils and has been the chairman of the Cadia mine steering committee since that firm began exploration in Cabonne and Blayney council areas. During his time at Barraba and Cabonne, both councils won the prestigious A R Bluett Award which recognises the best council in NSW. In September last year, Mr Fleming received one of Local Governments highest accolades by being appointed one of three trustees for the Bluett Award - only the fourth Local Government manager in 75 years to do so. Last month he was appointed chairman of the trust.

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FITNESS PATH PROJECT STEPPING UP A NOTCH The Canowindra Health Fitness Path working group had a meeting last Thursday and things are 2012 Beanshed Productions present: progressing well, especially after a cheque was presented by Johnny and Watto from Lawrence's IGA for $5,000 to put towards the project. Fundraising has kicked into gear, and Don't be a Wacky witches and conniving fairies, An evil Witness, Get into Fitness t-shirts have arrived and Queen with self-esteem issues, A King with amphibian tendencies, Red Riding Hood, Snow order forms are now available at Canowindra White, Granny and all your favourite - if a little Newsagency, where you can view both men's and twisted - fairy-tale characters. women's styles of shirts, and also from the Royal With music inspired by ABBAand a little Hotel. These polo style shirts are made from shuffling thrown in for good measure! moisture removing knit fabric in black, with lime Starring over 40 talented local school children green logo and slogan. They are perfect for from Kindergarten to Year 8. wearing when exercising, or just to be one of the Thursday 29 March 10am coolest cats on the block...yo! Friday 30 March 10am Mr Embroidery has helped the project with a fantastic deal, and they are only $30 each. The Saturday 31 March 6pm committee wishes to acknowledge Jeremys including intermission and supper generosity and recommend all sporting, business Sunday 1 April 11am or community groups see him for great quality Canowindra Public School Hall clothing at a very reasonable price. The shirts will be available to order throughout Gold coin donation at the door the year: outside of Lawrences IGA Saturday Please arrive at least 15 minutes before 7 July, and 6 October 2012; and also at the performance For more information or group bookings Balloon Glow, Night Markets and rugby match on phone Julia Andrews on 0428 442 670 Saturday 14 April. Resistance is futile...you will buy one sooner or later! Other fundraising activities planned for 2012 include: a River Bank Gallery People's Choice exhibition opening 5 May, entries in by 3 May (yes, we encourage you all to get your paints, pens and pencil out); various raffles; an Olympic Renovations, Decks, Pergolas, Bathrooms, Ball, to be held mid July, that will include auction Kitchens & Handyman Work of sports gear, wine and other awesome stuff that CONTACT US FOR A FREE QUOTE you just can't do without. Sam OMalveney Steve Maere So...don't be a witness, get into the fitness path 0459 151 456 0428 119 568 groove and support what will become a lasting facility for the whole community. Email: sscwcarpentry@hotmail.com For further information, please contact Julie at the Check out our work on Health Centre on 02 6344 1314.

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2 bulbs fennel, cut into lengthwise chunks 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 large red onion, chopped 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed & cut into pieces 2-3 cloves garlic 2 tbsp olive oil Salt & pepper to taste Penne pasta Preheat oven to 190oC. Coat fennel pieces with olive oil, sprinkle with balsamic vinegar. Arrange on baking tray lined with foil & roast for 30-40 minutes, until fennel begins to caramelise. Boil water for pasta & cook pasta as per packet directions. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat & fry onion until clear. Add garlic & asparagus & cook for 5 minutes until asparagus is bright green but still has crunch. Add fennel & stir to combine, cook for about 2-3 minutes. Just long enough to heat through & combine flavours. Add salt and pepper to taste & serve over pasta.

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THANK YOU JACOB! The families of the Milo Cricketers would like to say a big thank you to Jacob Devlin for running Milo cricket in the 2011-2012 season. Sires include: Jacob has given of his time to teach a group of Woodlock Springwaters Killara Derby Downs young local children the cricket basics each Wednesday afternoon for one hour. Without such Woodlock has sourced rams with attributes to dedication from Jacob the children would have suit early maturing, confirmation and good type. Woodlock has genetics from various studs missed out on this experience. It is great to see young local teenagers giving their that use Lamplan or Stockscan systems. time to help and support other youngsters. Jacob These include rams from has been an outstanding coach for the children Vic: Gloroy, Loddon Lea, Derby Downs. and the families would just like to SA: Malkay. Tas: Killara. acknowledge his efforts and say how much we NSW: Broughton, Ashbank, Gererdan, appreciated all you have done. Hilden, Tattykeel, Rene, Springwaters.

CANOWINDRA BOWLS REPORT Canowindra No 7s had a narrow loss to Cowra by 5 shots 68/63 , with points going to Cowra 5/1. The 7s team travel to Caragabal this week which will be a tough task where the home team will have an advantage as they play on a synthetic turf green. Good luck boys. The Team is as follows: I Nelder, M Wright, T Hayden, J Preston, I Messenger, M Baldwin, J Breen, N Presten, E Earsman, K Walker, C Balcombe, N Delaney. The 5s return after a week break to do Battle with Cowra at home. This game will commence at 1pm - please note the early start. Cowra defeated Grenfell 6/0 last week, so gentlemen be on your best game this week. Team as follows: P Jones, P Taylor, B Webb, N Daley, D Beath, R Traves, D Sargent, T Mooney, A Robson, M Holdsworth, R Brooks, B Robson. Good bowling gents it will be good to get this one.

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CANOWINDRA GUN CLUB REPORT On Sunday 18 March 2012, Gun Club was held in Canowindra where 31 shooters from Orange, Dubbo, Wagga, Gympie Qld, Blayney, Bathurst, Grenfell. and a great turn out from Canowindra. The Club would like to welcome Matthew Lawrence and Grant Cummings as new shooters. Three events were held on a great day: 25 Target SB AA Grade 1st Grady Evans & J Laspino A Grade 1st G Luck 2nd P Taylor B Grade 1st J Knight, 2nd W Love C Grade 1st P McDonnell, 2nd P Knight 50 Target DB AA Grade 1st G Evans, 2nd P Hayman A Grade 1st A Drogemuller, 2nd G Luck B Grade 1st S May, 2nd W Love C Grade 1st S Laspino, 2nd B Wilson Overall Arthur Turner 25 Target H/Cap During the shoot off between Johnny Lawrence and Geoff Luck the generator stopped, so it will be a shoot out at the April shoot. Good luck to the best shooter. High Gun for April: Geoff Luck. The next shoot meeting will be held on Sunday 15 April 2012 with a 12noon start. There will be a Sausage Sizzle for lunch and a great afternoon tea. See you all there!

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The Co-operating Anglican Church Parish of Canowindra, & Uniting Church linked congregations of Canowindra, Cranbury & Cudal Thursday 22 March 10am Peace Memorial Uniting Church Sunday 25 March - 5th Sunday in Lent 9:30am All Saint's Anglican Church Canowindra

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Canowindra Junior Cricket Win! Congrats to Canowindra White U12s cricket team for winning the U12s Grand Final on Saturday against the Canowindra Blue team. White's excellent bowling and fielding got them through . Hudson Izzard took a hat trick for the Whites. Angus Fisher playing some great shots with the bat for the Blues. Both teams are to be congratulated for playing great finals cricket . Four sixes, four maiden overs, a hat trick and some fine catches kept everyone on the edge of their seats. Thanks to Canowindra Junior Cricket Club, coaches, parents, Barry Traves from Sports Trust, Rob Ellis, and Canowindra High School. Also, a big thank you to our major sponsors Canowindra Bowling Club and Ray Clements Constructions. Junior Cricket presentation night will be at the Bowling Club on Thursday 5 April at 6pm. There will be a BBQ followed by presentation of awards.

FOR SALE 50hp 2 stroke outboard motor goes well. POSITIONS VACANT Gear box & hydraulics need attention, spare gearCASUAL KITCHEN HANDS & WAIT STAFF Applications are now being taken for Casual kitchen box & many other parts inc. Suit mech minded hands, waiters & waitresses for employment buyer: $200. Ph 0427 4899 990 March all month: Theres a War On! World War II At Home Exhibition @ Age of commencing in April 2012. GARAGE SALE Sat 24 March 8am rear lane entry Fishes. Step back in time...it's definitely worth a look. Don't miss out!!! RSA & RGC would be an advantage, but not essential. only: 116 Gaskill Street. Furniture, fridges, sheds, Applications close Thurs 5 April 2012 Mar 21: Canowindra Business Chamber meeting 7pm @ CWA Rooms Blatchford Street etc. Ph 0427 064 436 Please forward Resume to: Mar 24: Flickerfest Rosnay Vineyards Info/bookings: 02 6344 3215 www.rosnay.com.au POSITION VACANT general farmhand, fencing The Manager Mar 24: Images of Gaskill Street exhibition by Steve Mallarkey 7pm @ tasteCanowindra essential, days flexible. Ph 6364 3174 (after dark). Canowindra Services & Citizens Club Mar 25: folk@canowindra 4-6pm featuring folk royalty Rob and Olya Willis PO Box 65 SLASHING Ph Geoff Lark on 02 6344 1344. Mar 29-Apr 1: Twisted Tales a Beanshed Production. Ph Julia Andrews on 0428 442 670 Canowindra NSW 2804 Mar 31: Celtic Harpist Jenni Sawell 7pm @ taste Canowindra 02 6344 2332 C ANOWINDRA MATHEMATICS TUITION for Apr 1: Daylight savings ends 3am - clocks will be put back one hour POSITIONS VACANT students, providing the tools for building CASUAL BAR STAFF Apr 5: Junior Cricket Presentation Night 6pm at Canowindra Bowling Club confidence, improving marks & achieving goals. Ph Applications are now being taken for Casual bar Ron on 0448 979 222. Apr 8: Orange District Antique Motor Club display along Gaskill Street 11am-4pm staff for employment commencing in April 2012. FOR HIRE horse drawn buggy & carriage for any Apr 14: Canowindra Challenge Origin LPG Balloon Glow, Night Markets & Rugby RSA & RGC essential. Applications close Thurs function: weddings, parties, birthdays, schools, or 5 April 2012. just around town, call for pick up Michael Corrigan THE CANOWINDRA PHOENIX is published by Please forward resume to: on 02 6344 1784 or 0427 850 689. Joanne Gaigals (ABN 43 292 469 472) & printed by The Canowindra Phoenix Nick Carne at COMPRINTING: call Nick on 0402 340 852 The Manager WANTED used double horse float for next pony proudly supports independent For news or ads, please contact Jo on 0418 413 753, Canowindra Services & Citizens Club club season. Will lease if owner does not want to 02 6344 2760 or jo@canowindraphoenix.com.au www.cowracommunitynews.com PO Box 65, Canowindra NSW 2804 6 Ryall STREET CANOWINDRA NSW 2804 sell. Please contact Rebecca 6344 3506
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