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Babies, Weddings & Obituaries | Parkes Champion-Post

Babies, Weddings & Obituaries

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We’ve compiled a gallery with all of the newborn baby announcements that were&nbsp;published in the Parkes Champion Post last year.&nbsp; We hope you enjoy looking back at who we welcomed into the world in 2017

Jessica Laurie and Brendan Jones of Parkes, are pleased to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Aela Joanne Jones.
Aela was born at Parkes Hospital on Thursday, January 5, 2017, weighing 2570 grams (5lb 6oz) and measuring 47cm.
She is the first grandchild for Joanne and Steve Laurie, and the ninth for Steve and Tanya Jones, all of Parkes.

Melissa Egan and Trent Lyons of Parkes, are happy to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Emma Louise Lyons.
Emma was born at Orange Base Hospital on Tuesday, January 3, 2017, weighing 2950 grams (6lb 8oz) and measuring 50cm.
She is the first grandchild for Melody Sanderson of Parkes. 

Bridgette Evans and Ryan Garlick of Parkes, are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a son, Max Jacob Garlick.
Max was born at Parkes Hospital on Friday, January 6, 2017, weighing 4250 grams (9lb 3oz) and measuring 57cm.
He is the first grandchild for John and Lorna Evans of Trangie, Nobby Garlick of Molong, and Helen and Brad McBurnie of Orange. 

Anne and Geoff Lovegrove of Parkes, are happy to announce the birth of their second child, a daughter Samara Lovegrove.
Samara was born at Parkes Hospital on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, weighing 3470 grams (7lb 6oz) and measuring 51cm.
She is a little sister for Jaylen (4).
Samara is the fourth grandchild for Vicki Douglas of Wallaga Lake Heights. 

Cath and David Welsh of Eugowra, are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Clara May Welsh.
Clara was born at Orange Hospital on Friday, January 6, 2017, weighing 2350 grams (5lb 2oz) and measuring 48cm.
She is the sixth grandchild for Judy and Trevor Welsh of Eugowra, and the fifth grandchild for Neil and Sharon Adams of Eglinton.

Taylor Fitzpatrick and Andrew Cobcroft of Parkes are happy to announce the birth of their third child, a son, Oakley Kenneth Andrew Cobcroft.
Oakley was born at Parkes Hospital on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, weighing 3360 grams (7lb 6oz) and measuring 50cm.
He is a baby brother for Kiyarah (7) and Jarahled (20 months). He is a grandson for Linda and Kenny Cobcroft of Parkes, Jeff Fitzpatrick of Durran Durra, and Donna Baxter of Sanctuary Point. 

Daniel and Melissa Coombs are celebrating the arrival of their first child, a baby boy Lachlan William Coombs.
Lachlan was born at Parkes District Hospital on Sunday, November 27, 2016, weighing 3110 grams (6lb 8oz) and measuring 48cm.
He is a grandson for Henry and Emily Francis of Forbes, Trevor Coombs of Bogan Gate, and Sharon Coombs of Forbes. 
Great grandparents are Frances and the late Robert McMaster of Hillston, Bill and Nita Coombs of Bogan Gate, and Betty Mackenzie of Gilgandra. 

Former Parkes man Graham Nash and his wife Alice Menyhart are pleased to announce the birth of their second child, a boy, Elliot Charles Nash.
Elliot was born at the Canberra Centenary Hospital on Sunday, November 13, 2016, weighing 3740 (8lb 3oz) and measuring 50.5cm.
He is a baby brother for Clancy (3).
Elliot is the seventh grandchild for Jim and the late Wendy Nash of Parkes, Leslie and Ian King of Ainslie, ACT, and John and Sue Menyhart of Bondi. 

Leanne and Andrew Hurst of Parkes are happy to announce the birth of their second child, a son, Joel Brian Hurst.
Joel was born at Parkes Hospital on Sunday, January 29, 2017, weighing 3930 grams (8lb 10oz) and measuring 52cm.
He is a baby brother for Matilda (4).
Joel is the sixth grandchild for Brian and Dianne Piddington of Tomingley, and the fourth grandchild for Bruce and Clare Hurst of Bathurst. 

Courtney Cassell and Brodie McGlashan of Parkes are celebrating the birth of their first child, a daughter, Lailani May Rose McGlashan.
Lailani was born at 10.29am at Parkes Hospital on Wednesday, January 25, weighing 3941 grams (8lb 11oz) and measuring 54cm.
She is the fourth grandchild for Steve and Cynthea Cassell of Orange, and the 14th grandchild for Leonie McGlashan of Parkes and (the late) Bill McGlashan of Yeoval.

Eloise and Wayne Jarvis of “Ronvue”, Albert are celebrating the birth of a daughter, Lucy Maree Jarvis.
Lucy was born at 8.59am on Friday, February 3 at Parkes Hospital, weighing 3070 grams (6lb 7oz) and measuring 48cm.
She is a little sister for Heidi Lee Jarvis (3).
Lucy is the fifth grandchild for John and Stacy Jarvis of “Merndale”, Condobolin and the eighth grandchild for Bob and Margaret Scott of “Nenagh”, Albert.

Alexandra Smith and Braeden Stephens of Parkes, are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a son, Forrest Chris Charles Stephens.
Forrest was born at Parkes Hospital on Sunday, February 12, 2017, weighing 2920 grams (6lb 7oz) and measuring 48cm. 
Forrest is the first grandchild for Janelle Ross, and the seventh grandchild for Anthony Smith, both of Parkes. 
He is the fourth grandchild for Tammy Bell of Forbes and Chris Stephens of Tumbarumba. 

Kira and Matt Gurney are pleased to announce the birth of their second child, a daughter, Poppy Mary Margaret Gurney.
Poppy was born at Parkes Hospital on Monday, January 30, 2017, weighing 3360 grams (7lb 6oz) and measuring 50cm.

She is a baby sister for Rubie Lee Gurney (3). 
Poppy is the 25th granddaughter of Margaret and Ern Parkes (both deceased) of Wellington, and the sixth grandchild of Deb and David Crowther of Canowindra, and Trevor Gurney of Karratha, Western Australia. 

Rebekkah Tanswell and Dylan Goodrich are happy to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Willow Tabitha-Rose Tanswell. 
Willow was born at Parkes Hosptial on Thursday, February 2, 2017, weighing 3650 grams (8lb 1oz) and measuring 51cm.
She is the fifth grandchild for Tania Tanswell of Parkes. 

Rhiannon O’Meley and Jake Vanduk of Parkes are proud to announce the arrival of their first child, a daughter, Maicie Alice Vanduk. Maicie was born at Parkes Hospital on Saturday, February 18, weighing 3700 grams (8lb 1oz) and measuring 51cm.
She is the first grandchild for Melissa Wright, the fourth grandchild for Reshelle Vanduk and the 20th grandchild for Wayne O’Meley.

Tammy and Ben Darcy of Trewilga are celebrating the birth of a daughter, Ava Sheree Darcy.
Ava was born at Parkes Hospital on Saturday, February 18, weighing 4040 grams (8.14lb) and measuring 51cm.

She is a little sister for Chloe (15), Bella (11) and Marcus (2).
Ava is the fifth grandchild for Wendy Darcy of Bedgerabong and the ninth grandchild for Alan Kathy and (the late) Sheree Westcott of Alectown. She is also the 15th great-grandchild for Geoff Francis of Peak Hill.

Shrisha and Vijay Mokkapati of Parkes, are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a son, Aaryan Mokkapati.
Aaryan was born at Parkes Hospital on Friday, March 10, 2017, weighing 3130 grams (6lb 14oz) and measuring 51cm.
He is the fifth grandchild for Koteshwaro and Nagandramma Mokkapati of Guntur, India, and the third grandchild for Mohan and Janaki Raju of Vellore, India. 

Jane and Graham Slaven of Parkes, are proud to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Piper Jane Slaven.
Piper was born at 12.28pm at Forbes Hospital on Thursday, March 9, weighing 3570 grams (7lb 14oz) and measuring 51cm.
She is the first grandchild for Sue Holman of Parkes and the third grandchild for Pat and Anthony Slaven of Eugowra.

Kate and Koen Harris of Parkes, are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Georgie Jayne Harris. 
Georgie was born at Orange Base Hospital on Tuesday, March 28, 2017, weighing 3120 grams (6lb 14oz), and measuring 48cm.
She is the first grandchild for Kevin and Jayne Norrie of Eugowra, and the second for Will and Jen Harris of Parkes. 

Amanda Newbould and Maurice Miri of Parkes are celebrating the birth of a daughter, Gabriella Rai Miri.
Gabriella was born at 11.23am at Orange Base Hospital on Friday, March 10, weighing 2810 grams (6lb 3oz) and measuring 44cm.
She is a little sister for Deacon (8) and Eli (2).
Gabriella is the third grandchild for Wendy and Ken Hall of Parkes, and the fourth grandchild for Karen and Mike Temple of Queensland.

Rachael Pawsey and Jamahl Milson of Condobolin are pleased to announce the birth of their fourth child, a daughter, Javiera Edith Milson.
Javiera was born at Parkes Hospital on Friday, April 7, 2017, weighing 2770 grams (6lb 15oz) and measuring 46cm. 
She is a baby sister for Jaydon (10), Azarlia (3) and Nikiaha (2).
Javiera is the sixth grandchild for Leisa Phillips, and the fifth grandchild for Gloria and Albert Milson, all of Condobolin. 

Amanda and Richard Butler are happy to announce the birth of their third child, a son, Emmett Jude Butler.
Emmett was born at Parkes Hospital on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, weighing 4230 grams (9lb 5oz) and measuring 56cm.
He is a baby brother for Memphis (7) and Caprice (4).
Emmett is the eight grandchild for Chris and Les Craze, and the sixth grandchild for Judy Butler, all of Penrith.

Kira and Anthony Leonard of Parkes are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a gorgeous baby boy, Theodore 'Teddy' James Leonard.
Theodore was born at Parkes Hospital on Monday, April 10, 2017, weighing 3450 grams (7 lbs 9.5 oz) and measuring 52cm.
He is the first grandchild for Christine and Brian Leonard of Charlestown, Jo Edwards of Scone, and John Lynch of Maitland.

Isabel Gerry of Parkes is pleased to announce the birth of her first child, a beautiful baby girl, Evie Gerry.
Evie was born at Parkes Hospital on Wednesday, May 3, 2017, weighing 3870 grams (8lb 8oz) and measuring 51cm. 

Stephanie Hall and Jarrod Turnbull of Brewarrina are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Ita Sunderland Turnbull. 
Ita was born at Parkes Hospital on Wednesday, May 17, weighing 3400 grams (8lb) and measuring 48.5cm.
She is the fifth grandchild for Hugh Hall of Condobolin and Lesa Brown of Esperance, Western Australia, and the fourth grandchild for Conn Turnbull and Sue Tanga of Brewarrina. 

Rebecca Davis of Parkes is celebrating the birth of a daughter, Jemimah Julie Jane Hicks.
Jemimah was born at 7.59pm on Tuesday, May 16 at Parkes Hospital, weighing 3730 grams (8lb 3oz) and measuring 50cm.
She is the seventh grandchild for Julie and Warren Hicks of Camden.

Alicia Davis and Sean Ritchie of Condobolin, are happy to announce the birth of their second child, a son, Samuel Robert Ritchie.
Samuel was born at Parkes Hospital on Thursday, May 25, 2017, weighing 4145 grams (9lb 14oz) and measuring 55cm.
Samuel is a baby brother for Sophie Maree (2). 

Samantha Kemp and Nicholas Brown of Parkes, are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Penelope May Brown. 
Penelope was born at Parkes Hospital on Monday, May 22, 2017, weighing 3160 grams (6lb 15oz) and measuring 50cm.
She is the fifth grandchild for Melissa Jones of Tumut, and the first grandchild for Maria and Lionel Brown of Parkes. 

Chloe Cornelissen is thrilled to announce the birth of her first child, a daughter, Olee-Mae Cornelissen. 
Olee-Mae was born at Parkes Hospital on Friday, May 26, 2017, weighing 3084 grams (6lb 8oz) and measuring 49cm.
She is the first grandchild for Luke Ramsay and Louise Cornelissen, both of Parkes. 

Cassidy Martyn and Blake Godwin are pleased to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Ava.
Ava was born at Parkes Hospital on Thursday, June 8, 2017, weighing 3311 grams (7lb 3oz) and measuring 50cm. 

She is the first grandchild for Sam and Troy Martyn, and Michelle and Steven Godwin, all of Parkes.  Ava is the first great grandchild for Deniece and Derek Bolt of Parkes, Rosie and Terry Ingram of Mudgee, and Lola and Bill Godwin of Bathurst.  
She is the second great grandchild for Mari and Ross Martyn of Forbes. 
Ava is the first great great grandchild for Mavis Gray of Parkes. 

Megan Cook and Chris Neve of Parkes, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Maci Elizabeth Neve.
Maci was born at Parkes Hospital on Monday, June 26, 2017, weighing 2880 grams (6lb 5oz) and measuring 49cm.
Maci is a little sister for Evie (2).
She is the third grandchild for Michael Cook of Cobar and another grandchild for Deb Neve and Fred Hilton, both of Queensland. 

Ivy Stack and Trey Spicer of Parkes, are happy to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Brielle Jane Spicer. 
Brielle was born at Parkes Hospital on Tuesday, June 27, 2017, weighing 3820 grams (8lb 6oz) and measuring 52cm.
Brielle is the fourth grandchild and first granddaughter for Joanne and Laurie Spicer, and the first grandchild for Gary Stack, all of Parkes. 

Tom (formerly of Parkes) and Catherine Williams of Barnes, London are thrilled to announce the birth of their second child and daughter, Annabel Rita Williams.
Annabel was born on January 12, 2017 in Chelsea Westminster Hospital, London and weighed 2500 grams (5.5lb).

She is a sister for Ethan (2) and is the fourth grandchild for Tony and Stephanie Williams of East Street, Parkes and sixth grandchild for Joshua and Susan Smith of Balmain.
Annabel is also a great granddaughter for Rita Magann of Coonabarabran, formerly of Parkes.

Stacie Martin and Jack Medlyn of Parkes, are happy to announce the birth of their son, Obie John Medlyn. 
Obie was born at Parkes Hospital on Wednesday, July 5, 2017, weighing 3950 grams (8lb 11oz) and measuring 52cm.
He is a baby brother for Abel Medlyn (3).
Obie is the third grandchild for Kathy and Chris Martin and the second grandchild for Paula and Wayne Medlyn, all of Parkes. 

Maryann and Joshua Wild of Parkes, a happy to announce the birth of their third daughter, Grace Lorraine Wild. 
Grace was born at Parkes Hospital on Tuesday, June 13, weighing 4190 grams (9lb 4oz) and measuring 53cm.
She is a baby sister for Addison (5) and Emily (4).Grace is the fourth grandchild for Lionel and Salva Harris of Parkes, and the seventh grandchild for Christine and Robert Wild of Alectown.
She is a great granddaughter for Julie Harris and Vilma Wild, both of Parkes, and Ben and Dora Lolicato of Barham.  

Peter and Jana Klein of Canberra, are pleased to announce the birth of their second child, a daughter, Lyla Poppy Klein.
Lyla was born at Calvary Hospital in Canberra on Monday, June 26, 2017, weighing 3620 grams (7lb 9oz) and measuring 51cm.
She is a little sister for Mila (2).
Lyla is the third grandchild for Tim and (the late) Heather Keith of Parkes and the sixth great grandchild for Joy Gillies, also of Parkes.

Emma and Aaron Clark of Callaghan Street, Parkes, are pleased to announce the birth of their fourth daughter, Indigo Violett Clark.
Indigo was born at Parkes Hospital on Thursday, July 20, 2017, weighing 2630 grams (5lb 8oz) and measuring 49cm.
She is a baby sister for Ebony (8), Amber (4) and Scarlett (3). 
Indigo is the sixth grandchild for Kevin Clark of Parkes and Sue Dumill of Sydney, and the tenth grandchild for Annette Blissett and Neil Blissett, also of Sydney. 

Katie Morrison and Ben Kerin of Trundle, are happy to announce the birth of their second child, a daughter, Meg Eloise Kerin.
Meg was born at Parkes Hospital on Monday, July 24, 2017, weighing 3860 grams (8lb 8oz) and measuring 51.5cm.
She is a baby sister for Isabelle Kerin (2).
Meg is the eighth grandchild for Dave and Sue Morrison, and the seventh grandchild for Barrie and the late Pauline Kerin, all of Trundle. 

Toni-Leigh Bolt and Dylan Hayes of Parkes, are pleased to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Amarah Jade Hayes-Bolt.
Amarah was born at Parkes Hospital on Wednesday, July 26, 2017, weighing 3720 grams (8lb 3oz) and measuring 52cm. 
She is the third grandchild for Julie Hayes of Grafton, the first grandchild for Roger Broos of Parkes and Christopher Keogh of Wellington, and the fourth grandchild for Christine Keogh of Wellington.  

Emilie Williams (formerly of Parkes) and David Glenister of Singapore, are thrilled to announce the birth of their third child, Leonardo Richard Glenister.
Leonardo was born on Thursday, April 20, 2017, at the Thompson Medical Centre, Singapore, weighing 3.7kg (8lb 2oz) and measuring 52cm. He is a baby brother for
Maxwell (7) and Madeline (5).
Leonardo is the fifth grandchild for Tony and Stephanie Williams of Parkes and the sixth grandchild for Richard and Amy Glenister of Canberra. He is a great grandson for Rita Magann of Coonabarabran (formerly of Parkes) and June Glenister of Perth.

Eliza Carr and Henry Ross of Parkes, are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a son, Declan Clyde Ross.
Declan was born at Parkes Hospital on Sunday, August 6, 2017, weighing 3950 grams (8lb 11oz) and measuring 54cm. 
He is the second grandchild for Andrea Harris of Goolwa, South Australia, and Janelle Guise of Parkes.  
Declan is the first grandchild for Terry Carr and Henry Ross, both of Parkes. 

Shannon Wright and Brenton Trainor of Parkes, are pleased to announce the birth of their second daughter, Pippa Louise Trainor. 
Pippa was born at Parkes Hospital on Saturday, August 26, 2017, weighing 3714 grams (8lb 3oz) and measuring 55cm. 
She is a baby sister for Bonnie (3). Pippa is the third grandchild for Jenni Harmer, and the first grandchild for Neville and Michelle Trainor, all of Parkes. 

Caroline and Andrew Hoy of Armidale, are happy to announce the birth of their second child, a son, Edward James Moy.
Edward was born at Parkes Hospital on Monday, September 4, 2017, weighing 4200 grams (9lb 2oz) and measuring 52cm.
He is a little brother for Lewis (2). 
Edward is the 10th grandchild for Peter and Patricia Moy of Armidale, and the fifth grandchild for Alastair and Christine Macpherson of Derby, United Kingdom.

Cody Haynes and Jai Stephens are pleased to announce the birth of their second child, a daughter, Ava Lily Grace Stephens.
Ava was born at Parkes Hospital on Tuesday, September 5, 2017, weighing 2858 grams (6lb 13oz) and measuring 50cm.
She is a little sister for Leilah (2).
Ava is a the second grandchild for Mitchell Haynes of Lithgow.
She is another great grandchild for Gordon Milson of Forbes. 

Jayme Prior is happy to announce the birth of her second child, a son, Hunter William Jaxson. 
Hunter was born at Parkes hospital on Wednesday, September 13, 2017, weighing 3700 grams (8lb 1oz) and measuring 54cm. 
He is a little brother for Connor. 
Hunter is the third grandchild for Elaine and Ginger Prior of Parkes. 

Chrystal Eldridge and Shane Nagle are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Iylah Anastasia Nagle. 
Iylah was born at Parkes Hospital on Tuesday, September 19, 2017, weighing 2810 grams (6lb 3oz) and measuring 46cm.
She is a little sister for Akadia, Charlie and Maze Purcell, and Jay Nagle. 
Iylah is the third grandchild and first granddaughter for Wayne and Valma Nagle, and the sixth grandchild for Melinda and Greg Eldridge, all of Parkes.

Hannah and Jacob Harvey of Goonumbla, are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a son, Vincent James Harvey.
Vincent was born at Parkes Hospital on Monday, September 18, 2017, weighing 3690 grams (8lb 2oz) and measuring 52.3cm.
He is the first grandchild for Darren and Libby Wykes of Trundle and the 11th grandchild for Julianne and Hilton Harvey of Yeoval. 

Amber and Aaron Kingham of Parkes, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Sasha Hope Kingham. 
Sasha was born at Parkes Hospital on Thursday, September 14, 2017, weighing 4220 grams (9lb 3oz) and measuring 55cm.
She is a little sister for Jack Kingham (18). 
Sasha is the first grandchild for John Boyd, the second grandchild for Helen Nash, and the eighth grandchild for Gwen and the late Stan Kingham, all of Parkes.
She is the first great grandchild for Norma and the late Bob Boyd, and the second great grandchild for Jim and the late Wendy Nash, all of Parkes.

Babylon and Luke Usher of Parkes are happy to announce the birth of their fourth child, a son, George Spencer Usher.
George was born at Parkes Hospital on Tuesday, October 10, 2017, weighing 3742 grams (8lb 4oz) and measuring 50cm.
He is a baby brother for Brian (12), David (5) and Mathew (4).
George is the 15th grandchild for Mathea and the late Brian Usher of Tullamore and.
He is also the 15th grandchild for Domingo and Elvira Estilong of The Philippines.

Katrina and Lachlan Noble of Eugowra are thrilled to announce the birth of their second child, a son, Stewart Ian Noble.
Stewart was born at Parkes Hospital on Tuesday, October 10, 2017, weighing 3640 grams (8lb 5oz) and measuring 50cm.
He is a little brother for Elsie (1).
Stewart is the third grandchild for Ian and Julie Westcott of Peak Hill.
He is also the second grandchild for Alan and Marie Noble of Eugowra.
He is the third great grandchild for Coral Barber of Parkes and Wes and Valmai Westcott of Alectown. 

Taylor Draper of Parkes, is thrilled to announce the birth of her first child, a son, Evan
Richard James Draper.
Evan was born at Parkes Hospital on Monday, October 23, 2017, weighing 3650 grams (8lb) and measuring 53cm.
He is the first grandchild for Amanda Draper and Richard Draper, both of Parkes. 

Ebony Eldred and Mitchell Wythes of Parkes, are happy to announce the birth of their second son, Harrison Mitchell Wythes. 
Harrison was born at Parkes Hospital on Wednesday, October 11, 2017, weighing 4054 grams (8lb 15oz) and measuring 52cm. 
Harrison is a baby brother for Hunter (2).

Jessica and Scott Stonestreet of Daroobalgie, are pleased to announce the birth of their first child, a son, Hudson Scott Stonestreet. 
Hudson was born at Parkes Hospital on Sunday, October 22, 2017, weighing 3610 grams (8lb) and measuring 52.5cm.
He is the third grandchild for Mark and Karen Lawford of Junee, and the fourth grandchild for Bruce and Carol Stonestreet of Tottenham, and Janet Looby of Parkes.

Rae Ashworth and Jessie Humphries of Cookamidgera are happy to announce the birth of their third child, a son, Angus John Humphries.
Angus was born at Parkes Hospital on Thursday, October 26, 2017, weighing 4281 grams (9lb 7oz) and measuring 56cm.
He is a baby brother for Sophie (8) and James (5).
Angus is the sixth grandchild for John and Lesley Ashworth of Brassall, Queensland and the Jim and Enid Humphries of Bega. 

Brandy Rauchle and Aubrey Milson of Parkes are celebrating the birth of a son Quincy Jordan Jamahl Milson.
Quincy was born at 6.45pm on Sunday, October 29 at Forbes Hospital, weighing 3230g (7lb 2oz) and measuring 49cm.
He is a little brother for Klay (16 months).
Quincy is the third grandson of Carla and Scott Rauchle of Parkes, and the sixth grandchild for Gloria and Albert Milson of Condobolin.



Jessica Fletcher and Grant Gavin of Alectown are the proud parents of a son, Hudson Norman Gavin.
Hudson was born at 4.55pm on Thursday, November 9 at Parkes Hospital, weighing 3520g (7lb 11oz) and measuring 51.5cm.
He is a little brother for Harper Gavin (2).

Kieren and Karen Deland of Parkes, are pleased to announce the birth of their second child, a son, Ollie Jack Deland.
Ollie was born at Parkes Hospital on Thursday, October 12, 2017, weighing 4kg (8lb 8oz) and measuring 53cm.
He is a baby brother for Beth (5)
Ollie is the second grandchild for Margaret and Bruce Deland, and the eighth grandchild for Anne Mulligan, all of Parkes. 

Aaron Scutts and Amy O’Leary are happy to announce the birth of their first child, a son, Milo James Scutts.
Milo was born at Parkes Hospital at 9.46pm on September 7, 2017, weighing 3.35kg (7lb 6oz) and measuring 55cm. 

He is the first grandchild for Danny and Louise O’Leary of Peak Hill, and the third grandchild for Jeffrey Scutts of Sydney and Linda Litynski of Queensland. 
Milo is the ninth great grandchild of Una and the late Ross Colley of Parkes, and the fifth great grandchild for Graham and Jenny Thomson of Sydney.

Nakita Robinson and Cameron Nolan of Peak Hill, are pleased to announce the birth of their first child, a son, Bentley John Nolan.
Bentley was born at Parkes Hospital on Monday, November 13, 2017, weighing 3650 grams (8lb 1oz) and measuring 50cm.
He is a grandson for Paul and Tonia Robinson of Peak Hill, Kevin Nolan of Guerie, and Theresa McCarthy of Port Macquarie. 

Felicity and Evan Ralph are happy to announce the birth of their second child, a son, Ollie Henry Ralph.
Ollie was born at Parkes Hospital on Thursday, November 16, 2017, weighing 3350 grams (7lb 4oz) and measuring 52cm.
He is a baby brother for Millie (4). 
Ollie is the sixth grandchild for Sandy and Chris Perceval, and the second grandchild for Deon and Marc Ralph, all of Parkes. 

Cassandra and Greg Hartin of "Gowan Brae", Peak Hill are celebrating the birth of a son, Matthew Robert Alexander Hartin.
Matthew was born at 5.06am on Saturday, November 11 at Forbes Hospital, weighing 4000g (8lb13oz) and measuring 50cm.
He is a brother for Nick (17), Tom (14), Sam (6) and Emily (4).
Matthew is the fifth grandchild of Neville and Ena Woods of "Olivene", Peak Hill and the 12th grandchild of Margaret and (the late) Bill Hartin of Casino, formerly of Peak Hill.

Steffanie and Matthew Bee of Fern Bay are proud to announce the arrival of a daughter, Abigaele Margaret Bee. Abigaele was born at 10.50am on Monday, November 6, weighing 2720g (5lb 9oz) and measuring 47cm.
Abigaele is the first grandchild for Lynne and Chris Auld of Parkes and the second grandchild for Wendy and David Bee of Adelaide.
She is also the fourth great-grandchild for Margaret McMillan of Parkes and the second great-grandchild for Pamela Scott of Adelaide.

Cass and Luke Hodges of Parkes are thrilled to announce the birth of their second child, a daughter, Elyse Lee Hodges. 
Elyse was born at Orange Hospital on Friday, December 22, 2017, weighing 3230 grams (7lb 1oz) and measuring 50cm. She is a baby sister for Travis (20 months). 

Elyse is the second grandchild for Keith and Michelle Hill of Orange, and Lex and Kym Hodges of Parkes.
She is a great grandchild for Jeff and Barbara Bool of Orange, and Rae Hodges of Bedgerabong.

Louise and Mitchell Edwards of Parkes are happy to announce the birth of their second child, a daughter, Primrose Edwards.
Primrose was born at Orange Hospital at 10.29am on Sunday, December 3, 2017, weighing 3714 grams (8lb 3oz) and measuring 52cm.
She is a baby sister for Archie (22 months).
Primrose is the second grandchild for Donna and Warren Edwards, Terry McAneney, and Tracey and Greg Kearney, all of Parkes. She is the second great grandchild for Ruth and John Taylor, and Kath McAneney, all of Parkes, Maree and Richard Edwards of Stewartown, and Jeff Mathews of Orange. 

We’ve compiled a gallery with all of the newborn baby announcements that were&nbsp;published in the Parkes Champion Post last year.&nbsp;

We hope you enjoy looking back at who we welcomed into the world in 2017<br>

Steve Evans

Officer Cadet Tom Delaney on the parade ground where he will march on Thursday. Picture by Karleen Minney.

Australian War Memorial parade ground rebuilt in time for Thursday's Anzac Day.

The sensual scrunch of the War Memorial's new parade ground

James and the Tercel team have replaced the lightning conductor at Bogan Gate's War Memorial. Picture supplied

Generous support keeps Bogan Gate War Memorial protected

There's something special watching the sun rise from atop Memorial Hill during the dawn service on Anzac Day. Picture by Christine Little

Anzac Day in Parkes

Lexi Herden as Annie and the talented young orphanage cast. Picture by Ruth Crowley

The sun'll come out, when Parkes M and D's Annie opens April 20

Double demerits will start Wednesday, April 24 and continue to Sunday, April 28. Image supplied.

Five days of double demerits for Anzac Day weekend

Paul Bennet Airshows thrilled the crowds at Parkes airport on Sunday and (inset) Oscar, George and Gloria were delighted to meet the pilot. 

Parkes babies of 2017 | Photos

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