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Our Bloke – Ernie Shankelton

6 August, 2020 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

How long have you lived in or around Canowindra and what do you like about living here? I have lived here since 2012, so 8 years now. I moved here from Camden. I enjoy Canowindra it is lovely and I like being close to family.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work? I am retired, however am an Athletics Coach specialising in throws such as discuss, javelin, shot put and hammer throw.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I do a lot of coaching on weekends for athletes from Bargo, Picton, Orange, Mudgee and Dubbo.

What are you really good at? Coaching hammer throw and discus.

What is your pet hate? Talent going to waste.

If you could have a super power what would it be and why? To be able to raise enough money to build an athletics centre.

Tell us about your best holiday ever? A trip to the Gold Coast with my wife.

What makes your day? A personal best being achieved from one of my athletes.

Tell us an interesting fact about yourself? I used to race cars and I was team coach for the Athens Olympics.

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