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2018 WINNERS: Last year's Rotary Golf Day scratch winners were Wayne Parker, Mick Smith and Blake Parker, congratulated by Rotary's Colin Offner (second right).

Great golf hosted by Rotary to helping medical research

SEASON PREVIEW | Woodbridge Cup won't play second fiddle in 2019

Nick McGrath

GOOD GAME: Jacques Van Wyk, Tom Rix, Patrick Simpson and Victoria Simpson enjoyed their junior competition doubles. The junior competition will conclude next Tuesday, April 9. Photo: Submitted

Wrapping up enjoyable competition for division play and autumn tournaments

The Ace

2018 WINNERS: Last year's Rotary Golf Day scratch winners were Wayne Parker, Mick Smith and Blake Parker, congratulated by Rotary's Colin Offner (second right).

Great golf hosted by Rotary to helping medical research

COLOUR RUN: The Parkes Squash Club hosted a colour run at Pioneer Oval on March 1, which saw Chloe Mason, Sam Leverck, Zac Redfern and Holly McColl support the cause that was raising money for the disability service provider House With No Steps. More photos appear on page 5.

The autumn season closed around the netball court as it grows darker

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Cracking Cricket Action: Hunter Hawke bowls of Parkes Sixes in a match against Forbes Bernardis IGA.

Close tussle between two rival Parkes teams in grand final

Greg Morrison

Parkes Elvis Festival team Ellie O'Donoghue, Cathy Treasure and Beth Walker.

Festival in the top 3 in Australia

Parkes Elvis Festival team Ellie O'Donoghue, Cathy Treasure and Beth Walker.

Festival in the top 3 in Australia

Sandra Carter, Dianne Potts, Ethan Pay, David Potts, Phoebe Potts, Ali Standen, Bec Wright, Cathy Treasure, Hannah Potts and Parkes Mayor Cr Ken Keith OAM.

Potts family donate Elvis Festival best float prize to Parkes High School

Sandra Carter, Dianne Potts, Ethan Pay, David Potts, Phoebe Potts, Ali Standen, Bec Wright, Cathy Treasure, Hannah Potts and Parkes Mayor Cr Ken Keith OAM.

Potts family donate Elvis Festival best float prize to Parkes High School

FESTIVAL FUN: Relive all the action from the 2019 Parkes Elvis Festival.

Relive the 2019 Parkes Elvis Festival | Videos, photos

FESTIVAL FUN: Relive all the action from the 2019 Parkes Elvis Festival.

Relive the 2019 Parkes Elvis Festival | Videos, photos

2018 WINNERS: Last year's Rotary Golf Day scratch winners were Wayne Parker, Mick Smith and Blake Parker, congratulated by Rotary's Colin Offner (second right).

Great golf hosted by Rotary to helping medical research

FLYING HIGH: The Parkes and District Kennel Club is looking forward to hosting its first Agility Trial this weekend, where spectators will have the opportunity to see Parkes canine Max and other local dogs in action. Photos: Submitted

Parkes and District Kennel Club to host its very first dog agility trial

Balancing act: Three inspiring Parkes women to share their stories

2018 WINNERS: Last year's Rotary Golf Day scratch winners were Wayne Parker, Mick Smith and Blake Parker, congratulated by Rotary's Colin Offner (second right).

Great golf hosted by Rotary to helping medical research

COMING HOME: Lieutenant Colonel Dave Heatley will be special guest for Anzac Day in Parkes.

Guest of honour for this year's Anzac Day commemorations comes from Parkes

DANCING QUEENS: In the 1970s they promised to love them for ever more. ABBA lovers are doing just that as they prepare for the 2019 Trundle ABBA festival on May 4. Photo: Christine Little

'Fresh eyes' on Trundle's 2019 ABBA Festival so fans can still have the time of their life

UP FOR THE CHALLENGE: Forefront Services general manager Anthony Redfern and director Michael Clout.

Forefront on the front foot in future proofing Parkes

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Year 3 student Tom Symons shows Principal Regina Goodridge his work on his personal chromebook. Also pictured are Riley Pizzi, Grace Bradshaw and Sophia Goodridge.

The importance of teaching the student, not the class.

Tom Sebo

Click here to view the Great Central West Guide.

Be a tourist in your own backyard

Andrew Lotherington

UP FOR THE CHALLENGE: Forefront Services general manager Anthony Redfern and director Michael Clout.

Forefront on the front foot in future proofing Parkes

Bundles of energy: Most dogs need plenty of exercise to stay happy whilst you are away. A pet boarding facility with good outdoor areas would be a great choice.

The creature comforts

Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries chief executive Tony Weber is urging motorists to check if their vehicles are affected by the Takata airbag recall.

Car makers call for vital safety check

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REAL ESATE: Looking to invest in the Central West? New data from Suburbanite shows where you should avoid. Photo: FILE

Looking to invest in the Central West? Here's where to avoid

Nadine Morton

DREAM AWAY: Central West’s most expensive homes in 2018 – in photos. Photos: DOMAIN

Central West’s most expensive homes in 2018 – in photos

Nadine Morton

HOUSE PRICES: The median home prices for your town revealed in the latest Domain report. Photo: FILE

Median home prices for your town revealed: How much did you pay?

Nadine Morton

REACH OUT: McGrath Foundation breast care nurses and supporters are looking for local champions in every community to help lead the Pink Up Your town fundraiser this year. More than 100 additional nurses are needed to meet demand.

How Pink will your town go to help women with breast cancer

Joanne Crawford

Stealing the Show: The Charger has been back on the road for a bit over two years now having made an appearance at the last two Elvis Festivals, even taking out a trophy at last years CWCC Charity Show and Shine.

Yes, this beautiful 1973 VJ Valiant Charger is all Garry's!

Jeff McClurg

Week two: Jam packed with Fishing over in Forbes, learning ANZAC day traditions, making our own ANZAC biscuits from scratch and learning the significance of Lone Pine.

Awesome action packed April holidays for kids coming up!

Tim Watts

REACH OUT: McGrath Foundation breast care nurses and supporters are looking for local champions in every community to help lead the Pink Up Your town fundraiser this year. More than 100 additional nurses are needed to meet demand.

How Pink will your town go to help women with breast cancer

Enjoying Nature: Walkers are reminded to bring along enough food and water for the entire day as well as suitable clothing, footwear, hat and sunscreen.

Hit the trail in our wonderful national parks this April

Marg Applebee

SISTER ACT: Sisters Toni Morrison (Gulgong) and Cecily Walters (Parkes) are exhibiting their funky and fabulous felting designs until the end of April. Photo: Supplied.

Sisters' fabulous felting a double feature at May Raechelle Art Gallery, Millthorpe

GO TEAM PARKES: Parkes Christian School and Parkes High School students came together at this year's Moomba Birdman Rally which saw Team Parkes win the schools category. Photo: Submitted

Parkes' true spirit shines at Moomba Birdman Rally as students fly to victory

Flashback Friday - March 2009 | Gallery 3

WOMEN IN FOCUS: Sunday's International Women's Day luncheon attracted a large crowd and featured guest speakers and performers - from left, Cr Barbara Newton, Helen Magill, Hannah Hawker, Miriam Luyt - Parkes Quota President, Bev Laing, Nancy Cayo Colca and Hannah Dun.

International Women's Day: Talent and opportunities are right here in Parkes

NEW DO: Charisma Hairdresser Nicole Rosser shows 10-year-old Aimee Ross from Parkes her new hair-do on Friday afternoon.

'This is for Lilly': Aimee's best friend and helping others inspires her to shave her head

Flashback Friday - March 2009 | Gallery 2

Thousands of ABBA fans danced and sang their hearts out at the 2018 Trundle ABBA Festival.

Take a chance on the 2019 Trundle ABBA Festival | Photos

Taylor Jurd

HARSH REALITY: NSW Police has release dramatic footage of a pedestrian accident involving a 12-year-old boy as part of a road safety message. Photo: NSW POLICE

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Watch dramatic footage of pedestrian crash that led to road safety alert

Nadine Morton

GREAT NIGHT: Rosedurnate staff put in a huge effort to decorate the dining room and themselves in rock 'n' roll style! Photo: J Kingham.

Rosedurnate's Rock 'n' Roll Ball a big hit | Photos

Why it's a good idea to think before you ink

Father Brendan Lee
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Why we all need to talk about the 'A' word

Dr Josephine Barbaro

What to do when your resume's not at fault

Zoë Wundenberg

End-of-life doula Helen Callanan

Doulas provide support for the dying

Eileen Wood

ON REFLECTION: Simon Cullen with the Lookinglass artifical intelligence mirror.

AI mirror monitors Parkinson’s signs

BE SAFE: If you find it is too tricky or unsafe to fit a smoke alarm yourself, contact your nearest Fire and Rescue NSW station for advice.

Be alarmed about fire risk

Shadow Treasurer Chris Bowen has slammed the Morrison budget handed down on Tuesday.

No budget plan to lift wages: Labor

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The federal budget at a glance

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Treasurer Josh Frydenberg. Photo: Alex Ellinghausen

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg's budget speech in full

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Women have been the big winners in sports funding in this year's federal budget,

Women the big winners in sports funding

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Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has pitched the coalition as responsible economic managers in the budget.

No-losers budget aimed right at voters

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Campaigns to fight domestic violence will be boosted by $328m in the federal budget.

Domestic violence action gets boost

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Australia's public broadcasters will get more than $4b in funding over the three years.

Public broadcasters get $4 billion

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Daphne Dunne, a grandmother who met Prince Harry three times and his father once, has died aged 99.

Australian royal watcher Daphne Dunne, 99, dies

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Light restocker heifers were in demand at Armidale on Monday.

Weaner steers to $957 at Armidale

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Car win for 13yo Colleambally shooter

Sally Cripps
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Landmark agents sell young cattle supporting the annual Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service "Tag-a-Calf" fundraiser tallying $3000-plus. Photo. Michelle Mawhinney.

Rescue helicopter gains $3000

Mark Griggs

Stokes Hill … cheese, wine and a spectacular sunset.

Get 'lost' in South Australia's Flinders Ranges

John Rozentals

Seven minimalist properties around the world to inspire travellers to de-clutter their lives

Looking for an Airbnb getaway that's just a little bit different?

Nadine Morton

PUPPY EYES: No matter how cute and pleading they look, don't give in to your dog's request for a piece of the Easter egg stash. Give them their own suitable treat while you hunt for chocolate treasures.

Chocolate is a big no-no

Chenelle Tregannon

UNDER PRESSURE: The causes of stress are common and diverse, including pressure from a job, such as being overloaded with work or having a difficult boss.

How to manage stress in life and work

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Happy 110th birthday: Agnes 'Nessie' Kluckhenn, right, and her 'baby' sister Williamina, 95. Photo: Eddie Jim

She's likes a drop of whisky and is a 'chocoholic': Nessie, aged 110

Carolyn Webb