The Canowindra Phoenix

The Canowindra Phoenix Issue 91 ISSN 1837-0136 Tuesday 12 January 2010

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13 January Ladies Golf

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AUSTRALIA DAY PHOENIX The Phoenix will be off to the nation’s capital celebrating Australia Day Tuesday 26 January, so there will be no weekly issue printed on that day. Should you have any information or news that can be published relevant to that week, it can be included in next week’s 19 January issue. Please call Jo on 0418 413 753 for anything you wish to have included.

WASTE TO ART COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS Cabonne Council is inviting all budding artists to get involved in the 2009–2010 community art exhibition and competition called WASTE TO ART. The project will be run in four stages beginning with community workshops, then a local exhibition and competition, which will lead into a Regional Exhibition to be held during June 2010 in Menindee. The grand finale will be a travelling photo exhibition that will feature the most significant works from the Regional Exhibition. The Community Workshops in this shire will be held on January 18-19 at the Cudal Com-munity Hall starting at 10am. On January 18 kids from 5-13 years old can attend the workshop and on January 19 anyone over 14 years is welcome to attend the workshop. Mayor Clr Kevin Duffy said, “I would like to invite all interested community members who live in our shire to come along. Local artist Mary Douglas who has significant experience in this area will facilitate the workshop.” “You will get some ideas on possible materials that could be used. Individuals and groups are welcome to come along and, if you have an idea of what you want to do already, take advantage of this opportunity to gain some advice on how to go about it”, Clr Duffy concluded. The workshop will be offered free of charge to anyone who lives in the Cabonne Shire and, if you decide to enter the local Waste To Art Exhibition and Competition, there will be no entry fee. For further information or to book your place in the Community Workshop please contact Megan Barrett on 02 6392 3201 by January 15 as numbers are limited.

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ELECTRICITY INTERRUPTION DURING HEATWAVE Country Energy crews responded to an unplanned supply interruption in Canowindra and the rural surrounds during the sweltering heat on Monday evening, when a tree branch came into contact with an overhead powerline on Rivers Road. Initially 800 customers were without power however the vast majority of cus-tomers were restored in approximately 20 minutes. Country Energy crews worked to restore power as fast and as safely as possible, with the final customers being restored in approximately 4 hours. To prevent future similar unplanned outages, trim trees around the house, however do not attempt to prune trees that are near powerlines. Call Country Energy for assistance or to report any fallen powerlines, supply interruptions and other power related incidents on 13 20 80. Country Energy reminds customer to stay at least 8 metres from fallen powerlines. Keep an eye on the weather by visiting www.countryenergy.com.au/stormtracker

Cargo 10am Morning Tea at the Village Green, which will

include a celebratory cake as well as official

ceremony activities.

Eugowra 11am Church service followed by flag-raising at the RSL.

Bowls and lunch at the Bowling Club.

Cudal 5pm Pool Party with novelty events, BBQ, musical

entertainment & Official Presentation of the Citizen

of the Year Award. Mr Bill Ryan is Guest of Honour.

Canowindra 6:30pm Memorial Park – National Anthem and Australia

Day Prayer, flag-raising & award presentations,

cutting of Australia Day Cake.

Australia Day Itinerary for Local Villages

LOCAL ACCOUNTANT RECOGNISED INTERNATIONALLY David Bigg has become the third Lions Clubs International Foundation Melvin Jones Fellow in the community. Joining Dawn Smith and Eddie Clyburn, David received his plaque recently for dedicated humanitarian services. David said, “I am most appreciative of the Club’s acknowledgement of thirty years of service to this Club and the community with the presentation of the Lions International Foundation Melvin Jones award. This award is highly valued world-wide. I enjoy the work and continue to do so, and I have fond memories of my association with this Club. The dedication to Humanitarian Services is achieved because, as the work is honourary, the club can give greater financial support to the Foundation which is engaged in humanitarian work worldwide.” The Melvin Jones Fellowship is named for Melvin Jones, the founder of Lions Clubs International and the fellowship program provides support for humanitiarian needs in communities around the world. Congratulations David, well done!

7pm Jan 23rd 3 course meal & show free wine tasting You are welcome to bring your own beer

& mixers, wine at cellar door prices.

Bookings essential

Book prepaid tickets at least 3 days before the show to be in the draw for 2 free tickets to next months show, either online with credit card or

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GET INTO THE AUSTRALIA DAY SPIRIT! The Frencham Smith collaboration first began at the National Folk Festival in April 2002. At the time Liz Frencham was growing in her role as bass player with the Sydney Celtic trio Jigzag, and was looking to spread her wings as a vocalist. Fred Smith had written an album’s worth of ballads for women’s vocals and was looking for the right gal. He found her. Since then they recorded the acclaimed album Into My Room and have become a major force on the Australian Folk circuit, both as a duo and individually: In 2005 Liz released her first solo album “Jericho”. In that year the documentary film Bougainville Sky was released about Fred’s work in the Pacific and he moved to the United States where he has become a respected songwriter on the competitive US Scene. Fred returned to Australia IN 2007 to tour with Liz behind their second album Lovethongs, a collection of love songs with an Australian flavour. Liz Frencham does most of the vocal duties for Frencham Smith delivering songs with sensitivity and lion-hearted courage. Embracing her double bass like a lover, Liz invites you along a journey through a luminous emotional land-scape, reassuring you with a warm, generous voice and a smile which has become her trademark. Meal & show $70pp - Book prepaid tickets at least 3 days before the show to be in the draw for 2 free tickets to next months show! 02 6344 2332

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THE SHED HAIR AND BEAUTY

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Jade Will be making her guest appearance

Thursday 28 January Friday 29 January

Make an appointment now:

Better Life Canowindra Feb and March 2010 Join the 2010 Canowindra Fitness

and Nutrition Challenge! What does the Challenge Involve? 1. Registering at the Health Centre as an individual or team

2. Undertaking a fitness assessment involving a range of simple tests.

3. Participating in as many of the exercise and education activities as you wish

over the 8 weeks the program runs.

4. Undergo the fitness test again.

Teams and Individuals with the highest percentage improvement in their fitness will be judged as winners in their category.

You may also join the Challenge as a non competitive participant and not

undertake the fitness assessments. Registration fees will still apply. CostCostCostCost:::: $12 for individuals (competitive or non competitive) $40 for a team of four people Fitness Program includes: Aquarobics Mon/Thurs 9-10am & Monday 5.30-6.30pm

Low impact exercise group Mon 5.30pm @ the pool

Boot Camp Wednesday @ Pool Beginners 5.30-6.30pm Advanced 6.30-7.30pm

Healthy lifestyle program Friday morning@ Hospital Gym

Resistance Training @ Hospital Gym Thursday 4.30pm-6.30pm Pole walking Wednesday 8:30-9:30am @ Oval (first class on 03/02 is workshop for beginners)

The Hospital Gym will also be available for participants at certain times

during work hours throughout the week

Education Workshops include: Stretching and improving flexibility Exercise and weight loss Stress management and Relaxation techniques Pole walking Low Glycaemic Index Foods and Recipes Overeating? Portion control Menopause and Women’s Health Issues Osteoporosis - Diet and exercise

To register phone Canowindra Community Health Centre: 6344 1314 Registrations close Friday 22nd January 2010

An initiative of Canowindra Community Health and

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TAKING ACTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE “Solar is the way of the future”, said Cabonne Mayor Kevin Duffy. “Cabonne Council included in its 2007/08 Strategic Plan the need to respond to Climate Change and took the opportunity when planning the Waluwin Community Centre to include a 5kWh Solar Grid-connect System in its design. Waluwin is now complete and the Solar panels are operational feeding power back up the electricity grid”, he added. Council were successful in obtaining a rebate offer under the Solar Homes and Communities Plan, from the Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts. The grid-connect system was installed with the intention to set a good example for the community as well as to help Council to minimise it carbon footprint. Recent announcements about the Solar Bonus Scheme by the NSW Government means Council will now receive payment for ALL the Solar electricity generated, approximately $5,000pa. The pay back on the investment will now be approximately 8 years instead of the original 17 years. Visitors to the Waluwin Community Centre will be able to see the current solar production in kWh on a live display. “Council were also pleased that locally born David Phillips from Ethical Energy was appropriately qualified to design and install the system,” said Mayor Kevin Duffy.

Gazpacho Rustico 3 Lebanese cucumbers, seeded and diced ½ red onion, diced ½ red capsicum, diced 6 asparagus, blanched and diced 2 zucchini, diced 1 stalk celery, diced finely 700ml tomato juice or passata ½ cup basil, dill and coriander, chopped Salt and pepper 1 tsp Tabasco sauce to taste Puree 1 cucumber and 1 stalk of celery in a food processor. In a large bowl, mix remaining ingredients in the order given. Let stand in refrigerator (covered) for 2 hours before serving. Serve with toasted foccacia bread.

This week’s specials � All stone fruit 3kg bags $10 � Italian heirloom zucchini $4/kg � Corn cobs 5 for $2

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BUDDING NEW BUSINESS Leanne Stevenson moved to Canowindra over 30 years ago and started her Horticulture Trade course at Orange TAFE, completing it over 4 years including her apprenticeship year. Now, Leanne has translated her love of plants into a thriving business having completed her Certificate III with distinction in Floristry in December 2009. Leanne’s Flowers started at Central Motors in May 2009 and moved to her new location at 63 Gaskill Street in November with Dallas Pozza, who has a selection of quality second hand furniture. Come in and see Leanne to discuss all your flower needs, including: gifts, birthdays, anniversaries, funerals and wedding consultations by appointment. Also in stock are art works by Faye Henry and hand made beaded jewellery. Remember that Valentine’s Day is next month on Sunday February 14 so order now for free home delivery within 5kms of town. Pre-orders are essential for ordering purposes. Call Leanne now on 0438 499 069. Leanne would like to sincerely thank Vicki Davis, her family and staff at Central Motors for their kind generosity in helping establish her business.

CABONNE SECURES ANOTHER GREAT AMBASSADOR Seven-time Logie award winner Paula Duncan has been named the Australia Day 2010 Ambassador for Cabonne Shire. The film and television star has been a house-hold name throughout Australia for over half of her life, not only as an actress but as one of Australia's most loved personalities. Cabonne Council is thrilled to welcome Paula and invites the residents from all the Cabonne villages to join in the celebrations on Australia Day, 26 January 2010. The official party, including the Mayor, Councillor Kevin Duffy will be attending celebrations in Cumnock at 8am for an Aussie Breakfast; 10am at Cargo for morning tea with a celebratory cake; Eugowra at 12noon in the bowling club; and Molong at 2:30pm at the RSL in the auditorium. As part of the official proceedings at each ceremony, the Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, and Community Groups of the Year will be presented with their awards. Other family events will be held through-out the villages of Cabonne. Cudal will host a pool party from 5pm; Canowindra will hold celebrations in Memorial park from 6pm; Manildra will have a pool party beginning at 5pm; and Yeoval will celebrate by having their traditional BBQ dinner at the pool, beginning at 7pm. There will be flag-raising ceremonies, award celebrations and a range of other activities at all the village celebrations. Paul Duncan has appeared in TV dramas including Home & Away, The Young Doctors, Prisoner, Neighbours, Richmond Hill, and Mother & Son, as well as lifestyle programmes, current affairs shows and commercials (most notably for Spray & Wipe, Caltrate and Jenny Craig). Clr Duffy concluded by saying “I encourage all Cabonne residents to set 26 January aside and join other Cabonne residents in celebrating how great it is to be Australian”.

Letters to the Editor... I would like to thank the Canowindra Fire Brigade for the timely removal of the Santas and Christmas trees that deco-rated the awnings of many shops in our town this Christmas season. Not only were they removed, but also the brackets that held them in place. This has tidied up the streetscape enormously and is very apparent, especially from the balcony of the Old Vic Inn. Kind regards Graham Beasley The Old Vic Inn ———————————————— Canowindra’s new tourist brochure, has been spoilt by incorrectly identifying the site of the “pub” held up by Ben Hall, in September, October and November 1863. The most notorious of these, was that siege of 11 October which lasted three days. Cowra were prevented from intervening by the flooded Belubula River. The “monument” in question on Icely Street commemorates the site of the “Travellers’ Rest Inn” built in 1846 by Thomas Icely on land granted to him by the Crown, Gazetted 6 November 1837 as a “Grant of Land B” - 20 February 1838, with a levied “Quit Rent of 1 Pepper Corn”. The grant decreed that this 640acres should be known as “Canowindra” (first official record of the name). By 1850 there was a healthy trade along “Icely Street” (the Cowra route) which declined by 1858 when the river crossing was moved 100m or so up stream from the original site (current Swinging Bridge). On 2 June 1858, the land and Inn were sold for 3,500 (pounds) to William Robinson snr, on whose death, 30 June 1860, his wife Eliza inherited the Inn, with its debts, which she continued to run for some time, until her son William Robinson jnr bought the Inn from his mother for 1,000 (pounds) on 30 June 1866 on her marriage to Thomas Walsh (Eliza was illiterate and yet owned property). Thereafter her son took up the Canowin-dra Inn (see plaque/ site of the Royal) in 1862 moving from the Travellers’ Rest Inn, which Licence expired in 1872. The Monument in contention was erected in 1951, wrongly, to commemorate Ben Hall’s hold up(s) and the river crossing by Governor Fitz Roy 26 November 1846. In 1979 after research, the Historical Society attached a brass plaque dated 7 April 1979 correcting the error. In the last few years the Society has successfully convinced Cabonne Council to replace the tourist signs giving direction to the “Ben Hall” monument, to that of the “Monument”. It is disappointing that the error of 1951 is still being perpetuated. Yours sincerely, Bill Barwood Icely Street Canowindra

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Save the date...Save the date...Save the date...Save the date... Jan 13: Ladies Golf AGM 10am at the Canowindra Golf Club Jan 23: taste Canowindra 7pm Frencham Smith - theatre restaurant evening Jan 26: Australia Day...grab some snags and a slab and celebrate!

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SWIMMING NEWS Swimming Club is back for the New Year and it looks as if surf swimming is the way to get those times down. In the Spoon, or 33m freestyle, Isobelle Lynch smashed her time by 8 seconds; Angus Andrews took 6 seconds from his best while Alex and Laura Flannery swam five seconds faster than before. Julia Wright took four seconds from her PB while Max Coady took a second from his time in the heat and semi and three seconds from his time in the final. The winner of the spoon was Xavier Lynch who took 2 seconds from his time in the semi and a second off his time in the final for a final personal best time of 60 seconds. The winners of the relay in lane two were Will Wright, Angus Andrews, Abbey Slattery, Georgia Balcomb, Joanna Bal-combe, Jossie Lynch, Cassie Naylor and Erica Blanch.

BUSINESS HOUSE RELAY Sunday 31 January is Canowindra Swimming Club’s Carnival Day and a major part of the day is the Business House Relay which will be swum at about 1:45pm. This involves a team of six swimmers who nominate a team time and then attempt to swim closest to that time. Oh and by the way you don’t have to actually ‘swim’ the lap; it can be freestyle, backstroke, ballet pirouettes complete with tutu if you like, just get from one end of the pool to the other as close as possible to the nominated time. So get your team together and start practicing!!!

FOR SALE Kelvinator Opal 300l upright frost free freezer, VG cond $220. Call Rodney Bowd 0427 311 201.

Rodney & Robyn Welsh of Canowindra are

delighted to announce the engagement of their only daughter Kristy, to Grant, son of Glenn & Sue Ross of Bathurst. Both families wish them well for their

future together.