They fired up the flavours on Grinsted Oval on the weekend as Forbes hosted the National Barbecue Championships.
Saturday was for the grill masters, while Sunday was all about the slow burn of smoked meats, with overall winners crowned each day after preparing four meats for judging.
Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance was “absolutely ecstatic” about the event, with teams from across the country turning up the heat alongside local competitors and crowds coming through to check it out and enjoy live entertainment and hospitality.
“It’s been a great event for Forbes and we’re looking forward to the next one,” he said on Sunday afternoon.
Celebrity chef Matt Burgess or MatBlak, flown in from the UK, was one of the judges on grilling day and described the standard as “outstanding”, praising the quality of the meat and the way it was prepared.
“For me it’s been an eyeopener of a weekend,” he said.
Matt is a New Zealand native but now in the UK and a champion of the Australia / New Zealand barbecue scene.
The Forbes championships showed him it’s packed with great food, great cooks and great people.
“It filled me with pride because these guys can cook,” he said.
“They’re really great, and regardless of the competition,
they’re just great people.
“The whole thing about barbecue is it’s about community and community to me is really important.
The number of females in the competition was also impressive.
“It’s still sort of male dominated in the UK so having so many great female cooks coming through that just tells me the community is really strong out here,” he said.
“I feel like I’m very late to
the party with the Australian community barbecue scene but I hope this is just the beginning for me.”
Grilling day winners were a thrilled Naomi Roskell and Tim Mazaraki from the Hunter Valley, who have travelled the country as well as New Zealand and the US this year competing.
“It’s really unexpected,” Naomi said of the win.
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Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance, Mayor Phyllis Miller, Councillors Michele Herbert and Marg Duggan celebrating with our grand champions Jeff and Amanda Griffiths.
Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance, Mayor Phyllis Miller, special guests Matt Burgess and VT celebrating with grand champions of grill Naomi Roskell and Tim Mazaraki.
What’s on in and around Forbes
EUGOWRA CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
NIGHT
Friday, November 15
Eugowra businesses will be open late and local markets and stall holders will be in attendance from 5pm to 8pm. Take the drive! For enquiries email hello@visiteugowra. com.au
VIEW CLUB GARAGE SALE
Saturday, November 16
Forbes View Club will be holding a garage sale at 217 Farnell Street starting at 8:30am. Come along and check it out and remember, someone’s trash is another’s treasure. Good quality used clothing will also be available.
LIONS MARKETS
Saturday, November 16
The final Lions markets for 2024 are on Saturday, November 16. They’re at Lions Park from 8am to 1pm (gates open early for stall holders). A site costs just $10, contact Peter Bright to book in 0419 463 803 or Forbes N District Lions on Facebook.
BOGAN GATE SPRING MARKETS
Saturday, November 16
From 8am to 1pm in Bogan Gate Hall there will be a range of market stalls. You will be able to find handmade goodies, vintage finds, jewellery, plants, cake stalls, jams and chutneys, bric and brac, face painting, candles, Devonshire teas and more. To book a stall call Shelley on 0428738172.
FORBES AUTO SPORTS CLUB AGM
Tuesday, November 19
Forbes Auto Sports Club would love to see as many people as possible come on board to ensure the future of their great club for 2025 and beyond. All positions have been declared vacant. The AGM will take place from 6:30pm at the Forbes Inn.
THANK YOU TO OUR AG INDUSTRY
Tuesday, November 19
Forbes Shire Council are saying a big “thank you” to our amazing agriculture industry by hosting a free breakfast at the Forbes Central West Livestock Exchange. Come along a grab a free bacon and egg roll and a drink from 6:30am - 11am at the Central West Livestock Exchange, Back Yamma Road, Forbes There will also be free snake first aid kits available on the day.
BOYS TO THE BUSH DRINKS AND YARNS
Wednesday, November 20
Have you heard about Boys to the Bush but just weren’t sure what they are all about? Come down to their next Drinks and Yarns event at 2 Sherriff Street Forbes and learn about the ways the organisation is changing lives for the better.
They invite supporters from all walks of life - farmers, businessowners, and all those in between - to learn about the work they do in communities. RSVP at https://boystothebush.org.au/events
WHITE RIBBON DAY
Monday, November 25
Join the Forbes Domestic and Family Violence Committee for White Ribbon Day. a day to educate and raise awareness around the issue of men’s violence against women. At 9:30am assemble in Victoria Park for 10am march to Lions Park - or line the street in support.
Official opening will begin at 10:45am with attendees able to meet service at 11:15am.
A gold coin donation BBQ will also be available to raise funds on the day. Everyone is welcome.
ROTARY IPOMOEA CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
December 6 to 8
Rotary Ipomoea invites you to make and decorate a Christmas tree, nativity or wreath for the 12th community Christmas Tree Festival. Contact Rotary Club of Forbes Ipomoea for more details.
TRUNDLE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Friday, December 6
Trundle Christmas Shopping Night is coming up. From 3pm see all your favorite market stalls and get your Christmas goodies along the way at Trundle Hotel.
CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL
Friday, December 13
You don’t want to miss this! Evolution Mining presents the Find it in Forbes Christmas carnival from 5pm to 9pm. There will be giant games, kids rides, face painting, market stalls and food.
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
Saturday, December 14
Enjoy carols in Victoria Park. Before the carols begin at 8pm there will be activities and Santa will make an appearance at 7pm. There will be local performers, food, and drinks. Bring a chair or picnic blanket..
Mighty challengers raise $4.7m
More than 25,000 participants from more than 20 countries have completed their own 10 day challenge to support Nedd Brockmann’s Uncomfortable Challenge for a cause.
Their combined efforts, with the support of 74,000 individual fundraising donors, have now raised more than $4.7 million dollars for We Are Mobilise, a charity providing functional care to those experiencing homelessness in Australia.
Participants were encouraged to embrace discomfort and commit to a personal challenge for 10 days alongside their own fundraising efforts for Mobilise.
Challenges ranged from running, swimming, cycling, to ice baths, meditation, community support activities and many more that pushed people outside their comfort zone.
Nedd ran 1,000 miles or 1,609.34 kilometres in 12 days, 13 hours and 45 seconds earlier this month at Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre.
That time ranks him as the second fastest Australian to run the 1000 miles and places him in the top ten in the world.
Nedd thanked some of the most inspiring challenge participants at an event in Sydney presented by partner Samsung which concluded with Nedd on behalf of all participants and donors presenting a cheque to Mobilise founder Noah Yang for $4.6 million - the total just keeps climbing.
Have you ever said “yes” to buying a helping hand for McHappy Day?
This Forbes family really appreciates that.
The Amerys have spent about a third of the past year in Ronald McDonald House while their daughter Chloe has been having treatment for ewing sarcoma - a cancer where there is tumour in and around the bone.
Ronald McDonald House has been a blessed retreat, mum Emma said, through those long months of Chloe’s treatment at Westmead hospital.
“You walk across the road and you’re at Ronald McDonald House: you’re not in your own home but you almost feel like you’re home because you’re in a place that’s really comfortable, really welcoming, provides everything you need,” Emma said.
Chloe’s diagnosis was a complete shock: the family of eight was travelling, they had been on a caravan holiday to Western Australia, when Chloe began to experience hip pain.
“Chloe’s not a complainer either,” her mum said.
“She’s an active kind of farm girl, but we knew when she was really upset and in pain that Panadol couldn’t fix that there’s definitely a problem.”
They stopped by a hospital in Mt Isa, Queensland to get blood tests and scans.
Chloe was diagnosed with cancer and the doctor recommended they fly down to Sydney Children’s Hospital the very next morning.
Chloe was treated by an oncology team, and was organised a stay at Ronald McDonald House Westmead.
Being told their stay was
sponsored and there would be no cost for their accommodation was overwhelming.
And in the months that followed the family came to understand just how invaluable the charity’s work is.
Dad Jarrod and the other children were able to come
to the House several times while Chloe was there.
“They fit your whole family in, they want families to be together which is really great,” Emma said.
“Our younger kids particularly loved it - there was a great playground, it was fun, there was a bike track. We were just all together, it was great.”
For Chloe and Emma, the House was a place they could retreat away from the hospital environment, whether it was for necessities like washing or just to have a sit-down and something to eat.
Chloe rang the bell after her final treatment in September and came home in time to undertake the first three of her senior school exams at Parkes Christian School, where they complete the HSC as a compressed curriculum over two years. She’ll now begin the next phase of Year 12 studies.
The family’s all home in time for harvest on the farm at Mulyandry.
Saturday is McHappy Day, and restaurants in Parkes and Forbes have already started selling helping hands
to raise funds for the charity. It’s a cause Emma has supported in the past - now she genuinely understands the impact.
“I want to thank all the people who have donated before and who will donate in the future because they actually do make a really big difference,” Emma said.
“It’s hard to describe it unless you’ve been in it but I know everyone who’s there and who has used the service so appreciate it - this is a life saver.”
Funds raised during McHappy Time and on McHappy Day, Saturday November 16 will help Ronald McDonald House Charities.
You can:
Pick up a pair of Silly Socks for $5.95, or Helping Hands for $2, $10, or $50 now and on McHappy Day; Buying a Big Mac on McHappy Day (Saturday), with $2 from every Big Mac sold going to RMHC; Purchase Macca’s Makers, a 56-piece limited-edition brick building set for $36.95; Make a donation in Macca’s restaurants, or online by visiting www.rmhc.org.au/give
Chloe with dad Jarrod, mum Emma, Clare, Lara, Zoe, Lucy and Caleb.
PHOTO: Supplied
Nedd Brockmann presents a cheque for $4.6million to Noah Yang and the Mobilise team.
PHOTO: Marty Rowney/Bursty
Call for housing support
More than 100 applications in for Resilient Homes program assistance
More than 100 applications for support to make homes more flood-resilient - or for a buyback - have been received by the Reconstruction Authority.
It’s a little more than two weeks since the $40 million Central West Resilient Homes program opened, and two years since the flood events that devastated the region.
A NSW Reconstruction Authority spokesperson said there had been strong early interest in the program, and this followed extensive community consultation in the past year.
Maps of the areas prioritised for different types of support are now available online, with some parts of Eugowra among those to be eligible for property buybacks.
Much larger areas of both Forbes and Eugowra are flagged for resilience measures, which include raising or relocating a home, rebuilding a more resilient home or retrofitting homes with more resilient materials.
The NSW Reconstruction Authority’s program team is currently assessing all applications.
As of Monday November 11, there had been a total of 104 applications received: 48 of those from Cabonne, 39 from Forbes
shire, 12 from Parkes shire and five from Lachlan shire. Flood-affected residents are still urged to look at what the program offers and reach out about it.
“Applications remain open, with no close date published at this time,” the spokersperon said.
“The RA’s focus is to ensure residents have the opportunity to apply for the program with enough time to best suit their recovery circumstances.”
To help, the customer engagement team has been in Forbes and Parkes for four days in the past two weeks and do have more visits in coming weeks.
They will be in Forbes at the Council committee room from 10am to 4pm on November 25, December 2 and December 9.
The team will be in Parkes at the Rose Street Community Centre on November 28 and December 5, 12 and 19.
The Reconstruction Authority will also continue to be available in its Eugowra office, and in pop-up locations across the region.
To find out where you can visit the RA team, visit https://www.nsw.gov.au/departmentsand-agencies/nsw-reconstruction-authority/ our-work/events or phone 1800 844 085.
Lachlan water sharing plan now out for public comment
The draft Lachlan Unregulated River water sharing plan is now on public display, and the NSW Government is inviting the community to have its say.
The draft plan sets out the rules for water sharing among water users and the environment across the region for the next decade, and includes setting limits on how much water can be taken, protecting resources for the environment, basic landholder rights and cultural needs along with providing secure, legal and tradeable water access rights.
It also sets out how much, where and when water can be taken by licence holders.
on November 28 from 2pm to 3pm, where the community can learn more, ask questions and provide feedback.
Face-to-face drop-in sessions will be held in Crookwell on 3 December between 10am and 12pm and in Cowra on 4 December between 10am and 12pm.
Online one-on-one sessions with a water planner are also available in the week commencing 18 November.
The draft includes proposed changes to simplify the plan, make it clearer and easier for water users to understand and comply with the requirements.
This week, from the mayor’s desk
By MAYOR PHYLLIS MILLER OAM
Weren’t the BBQ Championships just amazing.
It was a great weekend, it was lovely to have so many people travel to Forbes to enjoy the two day event – looking forward to it being even bigger and better next year.
Did you see the Christmas decorations starting to pop up around Forbes? Aren’t they beautiful?
It is a bit scary how quickly this year is drawing to a close, at least we can focus on how special our CBD looks every year around Christmas time.
Forbes Domestic and Family Violence Committee will be hosting the White Ribbon Day on Monday 25 November at Lions Park.
The event includes a march from Victoria Park to Lions Park, guest speakers, information stalls and a community BBQ, all aimed at raising awareness about men’s violence against women.
The march will start from Victoria Park at 10am. Businesses are being asked to stand out the front to show their support as well.
Food from the BBQ will be a $1 donation and proceeds will go to the White Ribbon Day Association.
On Friday, November 29 Council is inviting the community to Lions Park from 7am – 10am to celebrate International Men’s Day.
We will have guest speakers, you can enjoy a barbecue breakfast, have an ice bath and enjoy a walk around the Lake.
Giselle Howard, NSW Executive Director of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, says water sharing plans are vital tools for managing our state’s water resources.
“We want to hear your feedback on the draft plan now so we can continue to manage the region’s water fairly and sustainably over the next 10 years,” Ms Howard said.
“We want a plan that works well for the Lachlan region, which means continuing to protect basic landholder rights, cultural needs and water for the environment, as well as setting limits on how much water can be taken to help ensure our rivers, aquifers and waterways remain healthy and resilient for the next generations.”
Community members are urged to read the draft plan and make a submission before public exhibition ends on December 20.
The department will be holding a webinar
In some areas, there are proposed changes to water access and trading rules. Other changes include additional protections for specific wetlands in the region.
The department wants to hear the community’s views on these changes and will carefully consider all feedback before finalising the draft plan ahead of it going into effect on July 1, 2025.
Plans are in place for 10 years and are audited after the first five years to ensure it is working effectively and appropriately.
To register for a session and to make a submission, visit: https://water.nsw.gov.au/lachlan-water-sharing-plan
“This is about making sure everyone gets their fair share while also protecting the longterm health of our water resources and the vibrant ecosystems that rely on them,” Ms Howard said.
“Submissions are open until 20 December, and we invite everyone to have their say.”
For more information on this event, see our website, facebook page or contact Council’s Event’s Team on community@forbes.nsw.gov.au or 02 6850 2300.
I know it is early notice but have you booked a ticket for the Citizen of the Year Gala dinner?
Join us for the annual Citizen of the Year Gala Dinner, it will be held on Saturday 25 January 2025 from 6pm-10pm at the Forbes Town Hall. Tickets are free but you need to book at 123tix.
The official ceremony will include the presentation of the Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year and Senior Citizen of the Year award winners and nominees for our 2025 Citizens of the Year.
Talking Australia day awards – have you nominated a worthy winner yet?
You can download a nomination form off the website on the community pages or collect one from Council’s front desk.
The draft Lachlan Unregulated River water sharing plan is now on public display. PHOTO: File
NSW Reconstruction Authority CEO Mal Lanyan launching the program in Eugowra.
Feds commit to Rex
With AAP
Regional airline Rex has been thrown an operations lifeline after the federal government earmarked up to $80 million to keep its regional routes running during an extension of the voluntary administration process.
Rex went into voluntary administration in July after its fleet of Boeing 737s operating between major metropolitan centres was grounded.
Its management was handed to administrators EY Australia, while Rex’s regional services continued as a buyer or financial lifeline was sought for the airline.
Transport Minister Catherine King and Workplace Minister Murray Watt announced on Tuesday the government would provide up to $80 million and
grant early access to entitlements for Rex’s former employees.
The money will support the continuation of critical services for regional communities, they said in a joint statement.
Rex’s administrators plan to apply to the Federal Court to extend the voluntary administration to June 30, 2025. If the application is granted the government will continue to guarantee ticket sales made throughout the administration period to that date.
“The guarantee has been effective so far, and has yet to be used with flight bookings holding up well,” the ministers said.
More than 600 workers were made redundant as it was revealed Rex was struggling under the weight of $500 million of debt.
In August, the federal government stepped in to guarantee bookings on regional flights, but resisted calls for a bailout.
The administration process for Rex was progressing, the government said as it noted the recent sale of its Pel Air Aviation business to Helicorp Pty Ltd, which is part of Toll Aviation.
The sale proceeds will be used to repay secured creditors.
“My department continues to meet regularly with the administrators as they work to implement a strategy for the regional aviation business,” Ms King said.
They encouraged passengers to continue to support Rex’s regional operations, with Rex having three flights a day between Parkes and Sydney on weekdays.
Local honours at RFS Youth awards
Two Mid Lachlan Valley volunteers have been honoured at NSW Rural Fire Service Awards.
Red Bend Catholic College student Marshall Munn has been named the NSW Rural Fire Service Young Volunteer of the Year (12-15 years) at the organisation’s 2024 Youth Awards.
The awards highlight the essential role that young people play within the Service, acknowledging their dedication, leadership, and commitment to community, and are hosted at the RFS Headquarters in Sydney Olympic Park, Marshall serves with Parkes Headquarters Brigade for Mid Lachlan Valley.
He’s a dedicated member of the brigade, displaying a commitment to volunteering, actively training and attending incidents and local events to engage with the community.
Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib extended his congratulations to Marshall and to the other two major youth award recipients on the day.
“Congratulations to these exceptional young people who have been recognised for their outstanding accomplishments,” Mr Dib said.
“These awards recognise the achievements of young people at growing stages of involvement with emergency volunteering.
“With young members like these rec-
ognised today, we can see the future of the RFS and emergency services in this state is in safe hands.”
It’s 20 years since RFS volunteer Terry Job pioneered the Secondary School Cadet Program at Parkes High School and NSW RFS acknowledged his decades of services.
A member of the service for 42 years now, Terry has used his vast knowledge and experience to shape future generations of firefighters.
“Terry’s unwavering commitment and mentorship have made an invaluable impact on both the service and the community. His dedication to training and inspiring young people has left a lasting legacy that will benefit the RFS and volunteerism for years to come,” Commissioner of the RFS, Rob Rogers said.
“I also thank the school communities who offer the opportunity for students to participate in the Secondary School Cadet Program.”
Electric vehicle chargers have been installed in Spring Street, but not connected.
Waiting for connection: EV chargers still fenced off
Forbes’ electric vehicle charging stations are in place but waiting on connection due to industrial action, Forbes Shire Council has been advised.
Six EV charging stations, including two quick chargers, have been installed in Spring Street but remain fenced off as the council waits for connection to reticulated power to be able to energise them.
Director Planning and Growth Mathew Teale told councillors they’d been in a “state of abeyance” for about two-and-a-half months with Essential Energy only carrying out emergency works under current industrial actionalthough he pointed out local crews had attended.
There have been three attempts to connect so far.
“The most recent ... we had the contractor come from Cowra, we had the local Essential Energy guys come to the site, everything was good to go and ready to connect up, they made a call to the operations centre in Port Macquarie and the hierarchy there said sorry no, this doesn’t qualify for emergency work, we are standing you down, we are not going to allow the connection to be made,” he said at the October council meeting.
“So we’ve missed the school holiday period and there’s no definite time for when this will get fired up and connected, they continue to sit there.”
He described the situation as disappointing.
“It’s disappointing from our point of view, it’s disappointing from the users’ point of view, it’s also disappointing from the contractor’s point of view - he’s unable to be finalised with his payment until they’re energised, commissioned,” Mr Teale said.
Mayor Phyllis Miller asked for a briefing so she could raise the issue with Essential Energy.
Carols by Candlelight Forbes Shire Council and
2300.
The expression of interest can be downloaded from the Council Website or by emailing community@forbes.nsw.gov.au.
EOI’s close on: 5pm Monday 13 January 2025.
Marshall Mun was awarded Young Volunteer of the Year 12-15 years. PHOTO: Supplied
Lone Pine planted on November 11
There’s a very special new tree beside our local war memorial in Victoria Park.
A Lone Pine - a descendent of trees propagated from the seeds from a pine cone sent home to Australia from Gallipoli - was planted beside the Cenotaph before Monday’s Remembrance Day service.
Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance and RSL Sub Branch president Bryan Jones placed the young tree, which represents a significant connection to Gallipoli and the service of our ANZACs in World War I.
Monday’s service commenced with the laying of wreaths at the Cenotaph.
Senior students from Red Bend Catholic College and Forbes High School read the names of those from
our community who died in service of our country, from South Africa through to Afghanistan. Red poppies marked their names on the memorial plaques.
Forbes RSL Sub Branch president Bryan Jones thanked community members and representatives of school and community groups for their attendance at the service.
Remembrance Day, November 11, commemorates the official signing of the Armistice to mark the end of World War I.
However since World War II it has been known as Australia Day - a day on which we remember the dead of all wars in which Australia has participated, Mr Jones explained.
Poppies on the memorial on Remembrance Day marked the names of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice from our shire.
Forbes North Public School students Alani Brunt and Lenny Osborne laid a wreath on Remembrance Day.
Forbes Public School students Emily Greig, Max Pointon and Maggie Dooley laid a wreath at the Cenotaph.
Red Bend Catholic College students Macey Greenhalgh, Summer Hurford, Immy Ousby, Ruby Arnott and Alice Paul read the names of the fallen.
Forbes High School leaders Marnie Blake, Philip Klingner and Chase Moses read the names of the fallen at the Remembrance Day service.
Forbes RSL Sub Branch president Bryan Jones and Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance plant the Lone Pine.
Shop local to win this Christmas
There’s $20,000 to be won by December 24
THE trees are in the street and that means one thing: the Find it in Amazing Forbes Christmas promotion has begun.
Each participating business will have a wonderful timber Christmas Tree out the front of their business or close to their front door.
Forbes Business Chamber president Aaron Acheson says the Chamber is so pleased to be able to offer $20,000 in prizes again this year.
“It has been a tough year so the Forbes Business Chamber is delighted to have kept the draws to encourage local shopping,” he said.
Prize draws for Why Leave Town dollars begin this week.
Please make sure that electronic entry is filled out correctly.
“All you need to do is scan the QR Code in store and fill in the details,” Aaron said.
“If you don’t have a phone each store will have a manual sheet that you can fill in. We want to make sure that everyone has a fair turn.”
$500 draws will be held on Thursday afternoons: November 14, 21 and 28, and December 5, 12 and 19.
Save the date, December 13, for the AMAZING Forbes Christmas Carnival because there will be five $500 winners that night.
On Christmas Eve, the Business Chamber will draw six $500 winners, one $1500, two $2500 and one $5000 giving a total funding pool of $20,000.
Major sponsors and participants are: Naming Rights, Evolution Mining and Forbes Business Chamber Inc.
This year we are pleased to have Forbes Shire Council as our Business
Sponsor, The Forbes Advocate as the media & Elf in The Shop sponsor, Bernardis and Terry Bros as our Gold Sponsors and Silver Sponsors are Club Forbes and Acheson’s Mitre 10.
Bronze Sponsorship is shared between Flannery’s Pharmacy and Bluesky Outdoors Forbes.
Participating businesses have once again offered tremendous support for the Find It In AMAZING Forbes This Christmas.
The businesses are: Acheson’s Mitre 10, Allure On Main, Bernardis, Blue Sky Outdoors, Blush Organic Beauty, BWR Accountants, Cahills Footwear Forbes, Chapter Two Boutique, Club Forbes, Euphoria Road, Flannery’s Pharmacy, Forbes Business Chamber Inc., Forbes Central Butchery, Forbes Shire Council, Graces Hair Studio, Gunns Menswear and Embroidery, Jessica’s Beauty, Life Pharmacy, Little Extras Lifestyle, Loomzys FishNFix, News On Rankin, MD Steel, Rise Physiotherapy, Robbs Jewellers, Steel Technology, Terry Bros Carpet Court, The Bakehouse, The Book Dispensary, Turners Furniture One, Undercover Sleepwear and Lingerie, Walkers AgNVet and Woolerina.
Supporting businesses are Michael Robinson and Co Real Estate, Forbes Livestock & Agency Co, Agriwest, Central West Diesel, and McMillian Industries.
“We hope that the Evolution Mining Find It In Forbes Christmas Promotion and Christmas Carnival will bring fun, laughter and happiness to all,” Aaron said.
Forbes Christmas Carnival will be held on December 13 from 5 – 9pm.
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The trees are up! Shop now for your chance to win with Katie Blair and Vivienne Wykamp at Terry Bros Carpet Court Forbes.
PHOTO: Forbes Business Chamber
Inland Rail: Green light for new track
THE Illabo to Stockinbingal section of Inland Rail has received Australian Government approval, green-lighting the project to move into the construction phase in 2025.
The 39-kilometre Illabo to Stockinbingal section of Inland Rail will create a new direct route from east of Illabo tracking north to Stockinbingal in New South Wales and is the only new section of track from Beveridge to Parkes.
The route will bypass the townships of Cootamundra and Bethungra and the winding, steep section of track known as the Bethungra Spiral on the Main South line, opening a more efficient way to transport freight.
Nick Miller, Chief Executive Officer Inland Rail, said it was an im-
portant step towards delivering Inland Rail south of Parkes by 2027.
“The approvals process has been a rigorous undertaking, with the NSW Government and Federal Government both giving their consent and confirming Inland Rail has met the expectations of all key stakeholders,” he said.
“The granting of approval means we can now start construction in partnership with our contractor, John Holland, which we anticipate will take place in the second half of 2025.”
The project was assessed under the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999, which focuses on the avoidance, minimisation and management of impacts on biodiversity matters of national
significance.
The Commonwealth’s conditions of approval supplement the NSW approval to protect threatened species and habitats in the project area. The approval is available online in the EPBC public portal.
Works on the Illabo to Stockinbingal section will be carried out by construction partner John Holland, which has been awarded the Design and Construct (D&C) contract.
The work will include the construction of several bridges and level crossings, numerous culverts, as well as a new crossing loop.
John Holland was selected based on experience delivering major civil and rail projects including
being part of the consortium delivering the Inland Rail Narrabri to North Star Phase 1 project last year in NSW and the North-East Rail Line Upgrade (NERL) in Victoria in 2021.
John Holland is also delivering the second tranche of the Beveridge to Albury (B2A) Inland Rail section in Victoria, with construction works also starting in 2025.
Work is well under way on the Stockinbingal to Parkes section, while the Phase 1 section from Narrabri to North Star has been completed and attracting recognition for sustainability.
John Holland Executive General Manager Steve Butcher said his team is thrilled to be part of another section of the Inland Rail.
“This project will also create
jobs and help us work with local businesses to boost regional economies and leave a positive legacy,” he said.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with Inland Rail to deliver another section of this important project, allowing us to leverage our skills and experience from the other sections of this significant project while also drawing on our long-standing experience in end-to-end rail solutions.”
Inland Rail is a 1,600km freight rail line that will connect Melbourne and Brisbane via regional Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, with upgrade works on existing track sites around Forbes under way including the Daroobalgie loop and Wyndham Avenue track lowering.
Forbes Probus news: Guest speaker shares Eugowra flood experience, two
By ALISTER LOCKHART OAM
Forbes Men’s Probus Club held their October meeting at Club Forbes on October 25.
President Neil Gilmour opened the meeting by welcoming 34 members then called for a minute’s silence on the death of a member Tony Thompson.
Immediately afterwards asking Secretary Lloyd Gerdes to read the apologies from absent members and the minutes of the previous meeting which was moved and seconded.
Lloyd then read the correspondence in and out, with no further business.
President Neil then asked treas-
urer John Bruce to read the financial report which was seconded from the floor.
Alister Lockhart then was asked to present the welfare report. He followed by reading some facts and figures of interest to the members.
David Williams then read some interesting financial facts on the economy. This was followed by John Herbert with facts about Burrawang Station in its heyday.
After making sure there was no other business, President Neil announced morning tea.
After tea, President Neil invited John Bruce to introduce our guest speaker Anne South.
Anne is a resident of Eugowra
Northparkes
and spoke on the flooding tsunami at that location in November 2022.
How at 9.30 am a wall of water some 1.8 metres deep came through the township.
A neighbour holding her baby above her head to keep her out of the water were pushed through an opening in the ceiling into the roof cavity and had to be rescued by helicopter from the gable end.
The two cars in the garage were one on top of the other and a dog was found in the fork of a tree.
Usually when the siren goes off in Eugowra, everyone goes to help the people at the creek as that is the normal flooding pattern. This time people could not leave their
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Applications are now open for the 2025 Northparkes Indigenous encouragement to Wiradjuri students undertaking tertiary studies. Our Indigenous Scholarships: Successful recipients will receive $10,000 funding each year of their tertiary education.
a laptop to assist with their tertiary studies. You will be constantly work placement opportunities during your university holidays. This ensures scholarship holders can attend, enjoy and eventually
If you would like assistance with you’re application, access to a laptop to complete the survey or some interview tips, we will be holding information sessions on Thursday 21 November 2024.
Session 1 - 9AM to 10AM at Parkes Neighbourhood Centre. 80 Currajong Street, Parkes, NSW, 2870
Session 2 - 11:30AM to 12:30PM at Peak Hill Neighbourhood Centre. 108 Caswell Street, Peak Hill, NSW, 2869
How to apply:
To apply, students must complete a survey, please follow the below link, or scan the QR code: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BWFFYGS
For further information, please reach out to the Northparkes People & Culture team on 02 6861 3311 or via the NPO.recruitment@evolutionmining.com mailbox
Applications close Sunday, 24 November 2024
houses because the water was so deep.
Many houses were moved from their foundations. 159 people were rescued from roof tops and there were two drowning deaths.
At the end of her presentation there were many questions.
Mal Smith was invited to give Anne a well deserved vote of thanks, followed by loud applause from the members.
President Neil then announced that the speaker for the next meeting on November 22 will be Jacqui Hanley, CEO of JRV.
The members were thanked for their attendance and the meeting was closed by President Neil Gilmour.
Resilient Homes Program – Central West open for applications
Homeowners in Cabonne, Forbes, Parkes, Lachlan LGAs, as well as Euabalong in Cobar whose residential properties were impacted during the 2022 floods are now able to apply for the Resilient Homes Program. Eligible Homeowners may receive support under three streams:
•Home Buybacks
•Resilient Measures (
•Home Assessments
NSW Reconstruction Authority will be hosting ommunity op-up to assist residents with applications and offer support for those who need it.
nsw.gov.au/ra/events 1800 844 085
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More support for rural health travel
Do you have to travel for medical treatment? Do you know whether you could be receiving financial support for travel through the Isolated Patients Travel and Accommodation Assistance Scheme (IPTAAS)?
MLC Stephen Lawrence said more than 81,000 inland NSW residents received more than $48 million in reimbursements in the 2023 / 2024 financial year.
IPTAAS provides financial assistance to patients who need to travel long distances for specialist healthcare, not available locally.
NSW patients have also received
more money back in their pockets thanks to increased subsidies, with the average reimbursement per patient higher than ever before at $482.
Those living in the Western NSW Local Health District shared in $8,517,307 in reimbursements.
Mr Lawrence said more people than ever were accessing IPTAAS, and receiving more money back thanks to increased subsidies.
“We know that people living in rural, regional and remote NSW sometimes have to travel a long way for specialist care,” he said.
“The financial assistance they get through IPTAAS not only helps cover the costs of travel and accommodation, it can mean the difference between seeking care or not.
“Through important initiatives like IPTAAS, we will continue to support residents of NSW to access high-quality, timely and appropriate healthcare, particularly those living in rural, regional and remote communities.”
Assistance is available for those who are referred for treatment at their nearest health service and have to travel at least 100km (one way) or
200km in a week for treatment.
To be eligible for IPTAAS, you must: be a resident of NSW; be enrolled with Medicare; be referred for treatment at their nearest health service; receive treatment at an approved health service not be receiving, or eligible for, financial assistance for travel and accommodation from third party insurance or other Australian government services.
Applications can be completed online through https://iptaas.enable.health.nsw.gov.au/ or phone 1800 478 227.
Championships coming to new equestrian centre
Forbes’ new equestrian centre will host its first event at the end of this month, with the Australian Extreme Obstacle Racing Association championships over two big days.
The organisation’s championship show will be on November 30 and December 1 and founder Jodi Fuge is preparing for the event of the year.
The sport involves horse and rider navigating a series of obstacles, which could be anything from water boxes to bridges, gates, dragging objects and more.
It’s always different, never dull, and fast-paced fun for the horse and rider looking for a challenge.
Jodi has been riding for decades, but discovered how much she loved the horse obstacle course aspect when she was competing in Australia’s Greatest Horsewoman in Victoria.
Now the Australian association is growing.
Thanks to great sponsorship, there’s more than $8000 in cash and prizes for the weekend: nine championship buckles and a further nine championship high point buckles across the divisions.
In all there are 36 champion and reserve champion prizes, and more than 50 minor prizes, for the weekend’s winning riders.
There are nine divisions of competition to cater for all: green horse, young rider, junior, encouragement, rookie, masters, amateur, open and pro, with a
judge from Victoria attending.
Each division will have suitable obstacles for the skill level, with a walk-through before the event.
“There’s 13 obstacles in the open classes and 10 in the beginner and junior classes,” Jodi said.
“With the higher classes, they’re a higher degree of difficulty. Obviously for the juniors and beginners it’s more simple.”
Course designers have to set the course up to flow, and create a map as the tasks have to be completed in order.
There was a show in Forbes in September, with riders from around the region taking the opportunity to test their skills, and since then the association has been busy with practice days.
While senior riders need to have either competed or taken part in one of the practice days, juniors (aged seven to 17) can still register for the championships.
It’s a great, fun challenge for riders doing Pony Club or sporting and challenge events, Jodi said.
Your horse does need to be fairly educated, so it’s great for the combination looking for a challenge and something new to work through together.
Entries close November 25, with all necessary information and forms available through the Australian Extreme Obstacle Racing Association Facebook page.
Spectators will be encouraged, with times to be confirmed closer to the event depending on numbers.
Oversized load ahead: take extra care this harvest
Drivers are being urged to take extra care on the roads as farm machinery and trucks mobilise for a big harvest across regional NSW.
Council Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Melanie Suitor, said the harvest will mean there will be more trucks and slow-moving farm machinery on the roads as well as a surge in activity on level crossings where trains are not often seen.
“It’s looking like this harvest is going to be one of the biggest we have had in our region for a number of years,” she said.
“We need to remember how busy our local roads are during harvest.
“If you see a vehicle displaying an oversize sign, the vehicle will be wider, longer or higher than a normal vehicle.
“They may also be accompanied by a pilot vehicle with flashing lights and warning signs.
“When approaching an oversize vehicle you should: be patient, reduce your speed and wait for a safe opportunity to pass. Remember if you can’t see the vehicle’s mirrors, chances are they can’t see you.”
An awareness campaign run by Forbes, Parkes and Lachlan councils in partnership with Transport for NSW is promoting sharing the road safely this harvest with fold down grain truck warning signs positioned along key harvest routes and at silos along with a radio campaign to remind drivers what to do when they encounter farm machinery on the road.
Ms Suitor is also reminding drivers that harvest will see increased train movements on lines where they may not often be seen.
“Please obey the signage and stop and check for trains at level crossings this harvest,” Ms Suitor said.
Farmers and grain transporters are also reminded to manage their fatigue after long days harvesting and transporting grain.
“Fatigue is one of the biggest killers on our roads,” Ms Suitor said.
“We ask those involved in harvest to ensure you are well rested and if you feel tired while driving, pull over in a safe place and have a rest. We want everyone to get home safely this harvest.”
States agree on social media age limit but questions remain
A SOCIAL media ban for children younger than 16 is set to come into effect in 2025 after state leaders signed off on the “world-leading” measure.
Children younger than 16 could be kicked off social media before the end of 2025 but questions are still being asked about how that would work in practice.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the seven state and territory leaders signed off on the “world-leading” ban at a national cabinet meeting on Friday.
Tasmania pushed for a lower limit of 14 years but agreed to go along with the rest of the nation.
“Social media is doing so-
cial harm to our young Australians and I am calling time on it,” Mr Albanese told reporters after the meeting.
The prime minister likened the move to “successful” bans on mobile phones in schools.
South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas, who first proposed a ban on 14-yearolds using social media but eventually landed on a 16year cut-off, said the only “bad” that could come of it was young people would spend more time socialising with each other in the real world.
The government will introduce the legislation to parliament next sitting week and, with the coalition having
previously flagged support, it could pass before the year is out.
The ban would come into effect 12 months later to give the industry, governments and the eSafety Commissioner time to implement it.
A current trial of age verification and assurance technologies is due to be completed in the first half of 2025.
But Monash University media expert Mugdha Rai said the legislation raised questions that would need answering.
“The legislation requires social media companies to take ‘reasonable steps’ to block people under 16,” Dr Rai said.
“What would these ‘reasonable steps’ look like?
“How exactly will age be verified? By the platforms themselves? By a third party?
“Privacy concerns will clearly need to be addressed in either case.”
The legislation would come with strong privacy provisions because it was designed to protect young people, Communications Minister Michelle Rowland said.
Tech giants are wary of a social media age limit, saying it should be up to app stores, not them, to enforce the rules to ensure safety across the board.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, argues against putting the
onus on social media companies to enforce the proposed age limit, saying the technology for a perfect solution “isn’t quite there yet”.
Parents and young people would carry the burden if each app needed to implement its own age controls, Meta’s Australia and New Zealand policy director Mia Garlick told ABC Radio on Friday.
Ms Garlick said Meta already implemented safety controls such as asking people their age at sign-up and using artificial intelligence to detect if their age appeared different.
Ms Rowland said exemptions could be made for educational and health platforms such as YouTube Kids. - By
While not a perfect solution, the ban would reduce the harm caused to children by social media, researcher Samuel Cornell told AAP. But platforms played a critical role in young people engaging with education, potential employers, health services and personal networks of people with shared interests, RMIT information sciences professor Lisa Given said.
Harvest has begun and there’s more machinery on our roads.
Kim Parker of Woodstock on Hank - crossing the see-saw at the September Forbes event.
PHOTO: Jenny Kingham
Ribs, rubs and rivalries at the BBQ 2024 National BBQ Championships
■ From front page
If they had one tip, it would be to buy a meat thermometer - a good one. You don’t want any delay in those temperatures.
Tim thanked Forbes Shire Council and all involved in the organisation.
“Awesome job, we’ll be back next year, bigger and better,” he said.
Sunday’s smoking day winners were Jeff and Amanda Griffiths from Adelaide, who have won seven titles for the year and were up and cooking by 3am.
They’d encourage enthusiasts to give the competition a go.
“Come down here with your mates - that’s what we do,” Jeff said.
Want to get started? Put your hand up to be a judge.
“They’re always looking for judges so hit the judges’ queue, get inside the judges’ marquee, have a taste of what’s there and then you can work out what you need to do to get there,” he said.
“Then you can fine-tune recipes, do a few practice runs with your friends.”
At the end of the day, it’s all about mateship - and very, very good food.
Volunteer judges were trained on the day by Don Burningham from the Australian Barbecue Alliance and Cr Roylance said they had a great day.
“Turn up hungry,” was the deputy mayor’s advice to anyone interested in that tasty task in 2025.
He also encouraged more locals to enter the competition.
One of the great rivalries of the weekend was between the Spice Girls and the Meat Mavericks.
At the end of the day they took home the prizes for the best dressed team and the best dressed tent - everyone wins.
“It was a great event, very pleased, can’t wait for the next one,” Cr Roylance said.
Meat Mavericks Adam Hoey, Rowan Madge, Darren Keane and Luke Duffy were best dressed team, congratulated by Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance, Matt Burgess, Mayor Phyllis Miller.
Spice Girls Mel Hoey, Jackie Sheather, Carmen Duffy, Gemma Madge and Carly Keane won best dressed tent, congratulated by Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance and Mayor Phyllis Miller.
Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance and Mayor Phyllis Miller, special guests VT and Matt Burgess congratulate Lukas Armstrong from overall runners up Jack’s Creek BBQ.
Winning beef from Team Monty Sonia and Steve Halliday from Signature Smoke.
Brisket winners Nick Cooper and Adrian Luppino from Butterbeard BBQ.
Deputy Mayor Chris and Mayor Phyllis congratulate smoked lamb winner Milan Pavlovich from White Colla Q.
Team Aussiekaners - Brooke Cole and Forster du Plessis from Bathurst.
Team Simply BBQ with their chilli sausages - Trent and Cooper Hughes with Mick Brennan from Narrabri.
David Brennan and Michaela Sutton.
Chris, Janine and Daniel Thurlow, Paul Jackson, Neil Thurlow, Alison Ayre and Francine Thurlow.
Sienna, Lisa and Amelia Small with Lilian and Chris Paras from the Grill Society in Melbourne.
Team McMillan Industries - Molly Demamiel, Marley, Gabe and Daisy McMillan and Sarah-Jane Miller. PHOTOS: Jenny Kingham
Aussie Pit Boys Trevor Dawson and Nick Parkin from Newcastle won the smoked pork ribs prize.
NATIONAL BBQ CHAMPIONSHIPS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC EXHIBITION OF PLANNING PROPOSAL
Amendment No. 21 to Cabonne Local Environmental Plan 2012 Planning Proposal (PP-2024-969)
Lot 150 DP 750182, 21 Noble Street, Eugowra
The Planning Proposal seeks to undertake a Schedule 1 amendment to the Cabonne Local Environmental Plan 2012, to permit a centre-based childcare facility on part of the Eugowra Showground site. The subject land is zoned RE2 Private Recreation (which will remain the same) and the additional permitted land use of centre-based childcare facility will be permitted on the land via the Schedule 1 amendment. The subject land is described as Lot 150 DP 750182, being 21 Noble Street, Eugowra. The minister has delegated the making of the LEP to the council.
The planning proposal and associated documents can be inspected at the Council offices located at 101 Bank Street, Molong
& Main Street, Cudal, Canowindra Library at Blatchford Street, Canowindra and RTC office at Broad Street, Eugowra from Monday 11 November to Monday 9 December 2024 between the hours of 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday. The proposal may also be viewed via Council’s website www.cabonne.nsw.gov.au.
Submissions in relation to the planning proposal can be made to Council until 5pm Monday 9 December 2024. Written submission should be addressed to the General Manager, PO Box 17, Molong NSW 2866 or emailed to council@cabonne.nsw.gov.au.
BJ Byrnes General Manager
Matt Burgess with Ashley, Lillian and Matt Croll.
Chris Hutchinson from Inland Rail with Deb Roylance and Louise Creighton.
Team Simmoo - Ken Lee holding Jet, Brian Simpson, Annie Mooy and Alan Sharrock.
Sandy Paul with Dakota and Kerry Paul.
Maverick Heron from Coolamon enjoying the jumping castle.
T paints Marley Brangwin’s face, with Jack Brangwin.
Team Jelbarts Tyrepower Darren Jelbart, Justin Crisp, Jessie Hamilton and Jake Le Brocque.
PHOTOS: Jenny Kingham
Harry, Peter and Maree Yapp.
Matt Burgess, Deputy Mayor Cr Chris Roylance, Alister Lockhart and VT.
PHOTOS: Jenny Kingham
Amity McLeod, Dallas Duce and Storme McLeod-Simpson enjoying some of the family fun - face painting and jumping castles.
ACROSS
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD
1 To be ready and willing, is to be what (6)
8 Name the capital of Finland (8)
9 Who was a king of England, Denmark and Norway (6)
10 To be free from imperfection, is to be what (8)
11 Name the Chief Justice of NSW 1974-88, Sir Laurence ... (6)
13 To once more express in words, is to do what (8)
16 What are apothecaries more commonly known as (8)
19 Name a particular switch in electronics (6)
22 Which term describes empty language (8)
24 To be impenetrable to light, is to be what (6)
25 What might we call a native of Venice (8)
26 What are currents at variance with the main currents (6)
DOWN
2 To respond in a particular manner, is to do what (5)
3 Which hand-held device controls the cursor of a computer (5)
4 What are operating rooms (8)
5 What does a beggar seek (4)
6 Name a renowned Australian cricketer, Keith Ross ... (6)
Letters
7 Which blades are used to glide on ice (6)
12 To be prevalent, is to be what (4)
14 To put off to a later time is to do what (8)
15 To be in a state of wonder, is to be what (4)
17 Name the Australian painter of watercolours, Jesse ... (6)
18 What is a rag doll called (6)
E-QUATIONS
20 Name a colloquial term for a thousand dollars (5)
21 What is a small, wingless, blood-sucking insect (5)
23 Name a more common term for precipitation (4)
Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.
1 FARRIER (a) A litter of pigs (b) A game of chance (c) One who shoes horses
Build it yourself using the clues and each of the twenty-four letters once only to form ten words: five across and five down. A key word (bold clue) builds on the letter set in the grid.
CLUES:
Alphabetical listing (5) Any day of the week (7) Brand new (5) Common beverage (3) Friday (abb) (3) Inclination (5) Inquired (5) Made difficult journey (7) Parent (coll) (3) Word element: six (3)
Homegrown Parkes is all about quality
By MARG APPLEBEE CENTRAL WEST LACHLAN LANDCARE
It has been a busy month since our Homegrown Parkes event!
I am pleased to be able to provide some feedback from this event from 39 community responses and 20 Stallholder/Vendor responses.
We try to factor in your suggestions moving forward, particularly around demonstrations, workshops, educational opportunities and stallholder suggestions.
We don’t rate our events on the number of stallholders.
We rate the event on the quality of the event.
So for example, having 100 stalls in Cooke Park would be insane.
It is really important that we maintain a standard that focusses on promoting local and regional businesses, not for profits etc.
Bigger is not necessarily better … and not our goal.
So ... if your only comment was that you thought it would be bigger, it was your first
event, rated it a 2, you never spoke to anyone or would never attend another event, but you spent up to $40 at the event, we’re not going to lose any sleep over it, but to everyone else, thank you for your constructive feedback!
General survey feedback for the event (including the 2), was 8.1 out of 10.
Location of vendors was rated 8.2 and the
mix of stallholders was rated at 8.4.
Overwhelmingly the feedback said that they would definitely attend a future event.
It was also good to see that we had some first-timers at the event as well as many who were returning.
Of the 20 Stallholder/Food Vendor responses the event was rated 9.2 out of 10, with 8.7
for location and spacing, 90 per cent would definitely return, with a couple of ‘maybes’ as well.
We thank you and we were also pleased to see that you had such a fantastic day in terms of sales!
Central West Lachlan Landcare have committed to delivering Homegrown Parkes events until June 2025.
This is run for people in our local area.
We don’t have a team of paid people running the event, apart from a part-time contribution from my role, we are supported by volunteers from our Landcare Committee, volunteers from the Parkes Community Arts Committee and with support from Parkes Shire Council.
Please keep a look out on our social media and this column each week and get in early when we open our Stallholder/Food Vendor Expression of Interest (EOI).
We really appreciate everyone going through this process early.
For further information on this article, please go to www.centralwestlachlanlandcare.org, twitter, facebook or Instagram.
Mutton numbers lift and market sees mixed trends
MONDAY’S CATTLE SALE
Yarding 1212 (down 52)
Numbers remained similar to last week with 1212 cattle yarded.
Quality was good with feeder weights the best supplied along with good numbers of heavy prime cattle.
Supply of cows was down with a yarding of mixed quality.
All the regular buyers were present.
Young cattle to the trade were firm to cheaper, prime yearling steers sold from 305c to 340c, and prime yearling heifers, 276c to 310c/kg.
Feeder steers lifted 10c selling from 300c to 369c, and feeder heifers were up 2c, 279c to 330c/kg.
Lightweight restocker cattle were firm to 5c cheaper, steers sold from 303c to 324c, and heifers, 290c to 315c/kg.
Prime grown cattle were 8c dearer and more in places, heavy steers sold from 289c to 359c, and heavy heifers, 270c to 345c/kg.
Cows held firm, 2 and 3 scores sold from 188c to 286c, and heavy prime cows, 287c to304c/kg.
Heavy bulls sold to 286c/ kg.
TUESDAY’S SHEEP SALE
Yarding 25,450 (down 2445)
Lamb numbers eased and the quality was plainer overall but there still were limited numbers of prime trade and heavy weights. There were plenty of dry lambs.
The new season lambs fell to only 3900 and there was not a lot of weight in most of the lambs.
The market sold to mixed trends with the better end of the lambs, mainly the heavi-
er and shorn lambs were $2 to $3 dearer while most trade and lighter weights were cheaper by an average of $10 to $15/head.
New season restocking lambs sold to $165/head.
Trade weights sold from $155 to $209 and heavy lambs $188 to $235/head.
Extra heavy weights topped at $245/head and most ranged from 770c to 810c/kg.
Old trade lambs sold from
$150 to $186/head averaging 720c to 780c/kg.
Heavy lambs $192 to $246/ kg for shorn new season lambs, most 780c to 820c/kg and extra heavies topped at $262/head.
The best priced Merino reached $167/head.
Best for heavy Merino hoggets was $184/head. Mutton numbers lifted and the quality was good with plenty of heavy weights penned.
The prices were steady with medium weight ewes selling from $65 to $82 and heavy crossbred reached $138/head.
Heavy Merino ewes sold to $140 and Dorpers $126/head. Most ranged from 300c to 360c/kg cwt. FROM MLA’S NATIONAL LIVESTOCK REPORTING AGENCY
Representatives from the Parkes Potters group at Homegrown Ebony Medlyn, Travey Byrnes, Janelle Faunt, Maddie Chandler, Kerry Davies, Jocelyn Moles. PHOTO: Supplied
Trade weights sold from $155 to $209 and heavy lambs $188 to $235/head. PHOTO: File
(2002) 12.20 Late Programs. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Dancing Through Christmas. (2021) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III. 8.40 MOVIE: Spencer. (2021) Kristen Stewart, Timothy Spall, Jack Farthing. 11.00 Inside Beverly Hills. 11.50 MOVIE: Dancing Through Christmas. (2021) 1.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 World’s Greatest Islands. 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. 3.20 MOVIE: Eureka Stockade. (1949) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Antiques Downunder. 8.30 Titanic: 25 Years Later With James Cameron. 9.30 The Fall Of Osama Bin Laden. 10.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Buffy The Vampire Slayer. 2.50 A Moveable Feast. 3.20 Modern Family. 3.45 Bondi Vet. 4.45 Sean’s Kitchen. 5.15 Australia’s Got Talent. 6.30 MOVIE: Abominable. (2019) 8.30 MOVIE: The Social Network. (2010) Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake. 11.00 MOVIE: Downhill. (2020) 12.50 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Sort Your Life Out. 11.45
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 2.00 Escape To The Country. 3.00 To Be Advised. 5.00 Horse Racing. 5.30 RSPCA Animal Rescue. 6.00 Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn. Return. 6.30 The Highland Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
(2021) 1.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Adelaide 500. Qualifying and 3.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Adelaide 500. Prerace and race 23. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Football. 9.15 MOVIE: Terminator 2: Judgment Day. (1991) 12.05 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Surfing Australia TV. 12.30 Our State On A Plate. 1.00 Great Australian Detour. 1.30 My Way. 2.00 20 Years Of Convoy. 3.00 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III. 4.00 Helloworld. 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 MOVIE: Gladiator. (2000) 10.35 MOVIE: Conan The Barbarian. (2011) 12.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 My Asian Banquet. 12.00 Australia’s Cheapest Weddings. 1.00 Australia’s Got Talent. 2.15 Wife Swap Australia. 3.30 Dancing With The Stars: All Stars. 5.00 Jabba’s Movies. 5.30 MOVIE: Surf’s Up. (2007) 7.30 MOVIE: The Karate Kid. (2010) Jackie Chan. 10.20 MOVIE: Jojo Rabbit. (2019) 12.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 The Drew Barrymore Show. 10.00 The Weekly Kick-Off. 10.30 Shark Tank. 11.40 Dessert Masters. 1.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 1.30 The Dog Down Under. 2.00 Charming China. 2.30 Buy To Build. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 Cook With Luke.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Edgar Wallace Mysteries. 12.25 MOVIE: Huckleberry Finn. (1974) 2.50 MOVIE: The Truth About Women. (1957) 5.00 MOVIE: How To Murder Your Wife. (1965) 7.30 MOVIE: When Harry Met Sally. (1989) Billy Crystal. 9.30 MOVIE: Mermaids. (1990) Cher, Winona Ryder. 11.45 Late Programs.
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Let things develop without pressure.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) It could be a problem dealing with unfamiliar people who do things differently from what you’re used to. But rely on your strong sense of purpose to get you through this difficult period.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) To avoid neglecting a personal matter because of a demanding new workplace schedule, start prioritizing immediately. Knowing how to apportion your time takes a little while to set up.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) It won’t be easy to avoid some of the pressures that come with change. Best advice: Take things a step at a time, and you’ll be less likely to trip up when things are in a chaotic state.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Kitty Is Not A Cat. 9.00 Get Clever. 9.40 Farmer Wants A Wife. 11.15 Behave Yourself. 12.15 Wife Swap Australia. 1.45 Home And Away. 4.00 My Kitchen Rules. 5.30 Gold Coast Ocean Rescue. 6.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Law & Order. 11.30 Late Programs.
Helloworld. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 RBT. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 60 Minutes. 8.00 A Remarkable Place To Die. New. 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 See No Evil. 11.30 The First 48. 12.20 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.00 Thunderbirds. 10.30 My Favorite Martian. 11.00 Getaway. 11.30 MOVIE: The Small Back Room. (1949) 1.40 MOVIE: Geronimo. (1962) 3.50 MOVIE: Run For The Sun. (1956) 6.00 M*A*S*H. 8.00 Tennis. 2.00 Late Programs.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) A much-talked-about workplace change could be coming up soon. Be sure to get all the details involved in the process, and once you have them, you can decide how you want to deal with it.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You might still believe that your trust was betrayed, although the facts would appear to prove the opposite. But by the week’s end, you should learn something that will help set the record straight.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Holiday plans could be a challenge because of shifting circumstances. But a more settled period starts by midweek, allowing you to firm up your plan-making once and for all.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) The facts continue to be on your side. So, make use of them when dealing with any challenge to your stated position. Also, open your mind to an offer of help from an unlikely source.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) There still could be a communication problem holding up the resolution of a troublesome situation. Stay with it, and eventually, your message will get through and be understood.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A possible change in your workplace schedule might create a chaotic situation for a while. But once things begin to settle down, you might find that this could work to your advantage.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A recent job-linked decision might need to be reassessed because of the possibility of finding benefits that you might have overlooked. Check out all related data to help in the search.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A personal situation you agreed to might not be as acceptable to the other person who is involved in the matter. Avoid pressuring and bullying. Instead, seek common ground by talking things through.
Great days for croquet
Aussie Croquet was played on Saturday November 9 on a lovely not too warm morning and all who attended enjoyed the game and the social catch up.
Once again Catriona Hunt came to have a game with us.
On the day two games won by John Browne, John Cole, Frank Donohoe, Carolyn Neilsen, Fay Picker, Robin Pols, Elvy Quirk, Vince Roberts, Kevin Rubie and Peter West. Well done.
All three games won by David West and May Jones. David is now showing his style at winning and of course youth is behind him.
We hope David can encourage some other younger players to come along.
Past player Bob Murray is not too well at present but hope to see him back soon enjoying a cuppa with us. We also hope it will not be too long before we see Cherylin Cole up and about again.
Last week Bruce Field celebrated his 97th birthday. Congratulations to Bruce who still shows his style on the croquet lawns.
Recorded scores of 14/13 as follows: Frank Donohoe & Peter West def Allan Jones & John Allegri, Russell Anderson & Fay Picker def Kevin Rubie & Bruce Field, Robin Pols & Catriona Hunt (mother daughter combination) def John Browne & Russell Newton, Colleen Liebich & David West def
Neilsen & John Job. 8/5 scores as follows: Elvy Quirk & Colleen Liebich def Fay Picker & Sue Wade, Kevin Rubie & Sally Perry def John Job & Bill Scott, John Cole & Allan Jones def Ray Burridge & Noel Jolliffe, Colleen Liebich & Rex Toole def Fay Picker & Merv Langfield, Irene Ford & Evelyn Mahlo def Ray Martin & John Farah, Neil Gilmour & Sue Wade def John Browne & Graham Falconer, Bruce Field (solo) def Colleen Liebich & Noel Jolliffe.
All three games were won by John Cole, Elvy Quirk and Kevin Rubie. Well done.
Cricket scoreboard
Carolyn Neilsen & Frank Donohoe. 14/12 scores went to May Jones (solo) def Marie Spry (solo), John Cole & Dorelle Scott def Catriona Hunt & Colleen Liebich. Elvy Quirk & Allan Jones def John Allegri & John Cole.14/11 scores recorded by John Browne(Solo) def Russell Anderson (Solo, )Frank Donohoe & David West def Marie Spry & Noel Jolliffe, Carolyn Neilsen & Fay Picker def Bruce Field & Merv Langfield, Kevin Rubie(Solo) def Noel Jolliffe & Bill Scott, May Jones & Merv Langfield def Russell Anderson & Bruce Field, Peter West & Marie Spry def Fay Picker & Vince Roberts. Many other scores 14/10 and 14/9 also recorded. President Elvy laid a
wreath on Remembrance Day on behalf of Forbes Croquet Club. The wreath was capably made by John Browne, a special thanks. On November 12 Golf Croquet was played with 33 in attendance.
Scores recorded 10/3 Noel Jolliffe (solo) def Evelyn Mahlo (solo), Kevin Rubie & Peter West def Neil Gilmour & Merv Langfield, 9/4 scores as follows: Kevin Rubie & John Cole def Bruce Field & May Jones, Ray Burridge & Peter West def Lyall Strudwick & Neil Gilmour, Elvy Quirk (solo) def Sue Wade & Wayne Wright, Lyall Strudwick & Peter West def Jill Cripps & Dorelle Scott, Mal Smith (solo) def Russell Anderson(solo), Elvy Quirk & John Farah def Carolyn
On the day two games were also won by: Frank Donohoe, Neil Gilmour, John Farah, Irene Ford, Bruce Field, Sue Jolliffe, Allan Jones, Colleen Liebich, Evelyn Mahlo, Sally Perry, Mal Smith, Lyall Strudwick, Rex Toole, Peter West. Congratulations.
Our monthly luncheon was at the Forbes Sportsmans Hotel on Tuesday November 12 where all birthdays for November were celebrated.
Our summer start time is 9am with arrival by 8.45 am to get names in the draw.
Our special Christmas luncheon and prizegiving is at the Vandenberg Hotel on December 17, so please put that date on your calendar.
“Croquet keeps me sane”. By ELVY QUIRK
Cricket season is here and the Forbes and District Cricket Association competition has begun.
Week 2 was played on the weekend, with two good games, some good individual scores and a bit of bowling brilliance.
- VCR defeated by Forbes Battapi
1st Innings - Forbes Battapi 6/164 (30.0 overs)
B. Seyffer 56
N. Corderoy 34
J. Wright 2/17 off 5 overs
P. Webb 2/33 off 6 overs
2nd Innings - VCR 10/113 (27.4 overs)
J. Wright 39
D. Apps 21
B. Howarth 5/15 off 6 overs
T. Fisher 2/4 off 1.4 overs - Tigers defeated by
Condo/Kiactoo
1st Innings - Tigers all out for 91 (19.4 overs)
M. Stirling 37
H. Hodges 22
T. Ross 1/12 (4.0 overs)
W. Goodsell 1/4 (1.0 overs)
2nd Innings - Condo/Ki-
Koop
Wykamp 1/13 off 3.0 overs - Condobolin Boomerangs win by forfeit to Vandenberg Colts - Trundle Ducks had the bye In Week 1, there was a tie between the Forbes Battapi and Trundle Ducks.
VC Reid had the win over Tigers and Condo / Kiacatoo over Condo Boomerangs.
ACE Power is in the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) phase of the NSW State Significant Development (SSD) application pathway for the proposed Forbes Solar Farm. The proposed Project is located approximately 10 km north of Forbes NSW within the Forbes Shire Local Government Area (LGA).
As part of the EIS process, we are inviting neighbours and community members to provide feedback on the proposed Project, as well as share any ideas you may have for ACE Power to invest in local initiatives as part of an ongoing Community Benefit Scheme. We invite you to attend one of the upcoming community events to learn more about the Project:
Community information pop-up
Monday 18 November, 2 – 6 pm
Club Forbes – Long Tan/Coral Sea Room 41-43 Templar Street, Forbes
and chat event Tuesday 19 November 7 – 11.30 am Pickles
We also encourage you to visit the Project website at https://www.forbessolarfarm.com.au/ and complete our community feedback survey by scanning the QR code.
To learn more about the Project or to connect with us you can email the project team at engage@nghengage.com.au.
By 10am Wednesday
Thank you to Forbes Hospital staff For your expert, gentle, diligent care of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Mrs Goldie Ridley. With gratitude from Anne, Donald and Liz, Kate and Russell, John and Jenny, and their families.
BRODERICK, Maureen Anne. Passed away September 15, 2024, aged 87 years.
Late of Jemalong Residential Village (Forbes) A memorial service will be held at St Laurence O’Toole Catholic Church, 13 Johnson Street Forbes at 11am Tuesday November 26, 2024. Family and friends are invited to join us in farewelling Maureen and to celebrate her life. ~ Jane, Peter, Freya and Andre
Harley and Anne Stewart, Peter West and Noel Jolliffe show their style on the Croquet Club courts. PHOTO: Elvy Quirk
Henry Willis with the bat at South Circle Oval.
Callaghan cracks it for golf medal
MEN’S GOLF
By
SHORT PUTT
On Saturday the men’s competition was the November Monthly Medal, sponsored by Jelbart’s Tyrepower, in which a field of 71 enjoyed sunshine all day to produce good scores. But it needed a better than good score to win the medal.
The A-Grade was won by Harry Callaghan with a nett 69. He was determined to do well having been spotted practising beforehand and even managed to get a good night’s sleep. He had an indifferent start and turned on 39 scratch. His back9 was exceptional, being a string of pars until his bogey on the last for a scratch 37. He was pushed all the way by his playing partner but showed him a clean set of heels.
Runner-up was Kailab Tyne with a tidy 71 nett. He had bookends of par 3’s for his round, in which his only real blemishes were doublebogeys on the 2nd and 4th holes. He did surprise himself, having recently flown back from the UK where he was a member of the team representing Australia in the World Amateur Pool Championships. His keen eye helped in his putting.
The B-Grade results were like a Phar Lap race. Winner Peter Barnes, with his nett 64, was streets ahead of the runner-up David Quirk who only managed a 71 nett. Peter will definitely need swabbing as he has carried a muscle injury for some time. But nobody can contest his near brilliant 37 on the front-9.
Runner-up was Dave Quirk with his nett 71. He had a fairly consistent game with 43-42, but was let down terribly by his putting.
The C-Grade winner managed to clip his recent run of ‘excessive strokes’. Liam Fraser enjoyed the company of his ‘mentor group’ to score a tidy 71 nett.
Runner-up was Elliott Parker, who had travelled down from Parkes for the day on nett 75.
The ball sweep went to 76 nett on count back, going to: 71 – D Quirk, D Mylecharane, C Byrnes, L O’Connor; 73 – A Grierson, B Ashton, S Paterson; 74 – P Pymont, T Cogswell, R Hetherington (Pks), A Dukes; 75 – O Patterson, K Sanderson, P Tisdell, Alf Davies, P Murphy; 76 – C McMillan and P Kay.
There were a number of visitors from Parkes, whose course was closed due to the hosting of the NSW Country Championships.
The Parkes players included – R Hetherington, I Phipps, C Goodsell, P Smith, J Kuntze, C Dunn, B Coultas, G Thompson, E Parker. There was also Neil Howell (Lakes Entrance) who was heading home.
There was a group of friends that included: Jamie Peterson (Yowani), with Ken Crocker, Larry Kearney and Ollie Crocker all from Crookwell.
They were steered around the district by Graeme Thompson (Pks).
The NTP’s went to: 9th – Ben Coultas (Pks); 18th – Jake LeBrocque, with only Ben converting for a ‘2’.
There were ten 2’s scored, with the 9th being most prolific despite the pin being tight behind the bunker.
There were three on the 18th and only one on the 3rd.
The Pro Shop Super-Pin, held on the 3rd hole, went to Steve Grallelis. His shot finished at 123 cm distance, and he did convert for a ‘2’.
Visions of a classic high arching shot were dispelled when he caught the ball with the bottom grooves, whence it flew low, bounded a
number of times and rolled onto the green. But the putt was solid!
One player who enjoyed the walk down the middle of the fairway in sunshine was Barry Parker. He was attired in ‘sartorial elegance’ that would have been close to winning a ‘Gary Player Lookalike’ contest. But for a man who had just turned 80 he still cuts a cool path on the fairways. Belated Congratulations ‘Scadger’.
There was no Stableford Medley on Sunday.
Here is the news:
The NSW Country Championships were held at Parkes GC. This is an Individual 36-hole stroke event with an Inter-Teams event held in conjunction. The Individual event was won by Cooper Giddings (Dubbo) with a score of 133. His most recent success was a win in the Forbes Nissan Classic held last weekend. Runner-up was Ethan Harvey (Kiama) with 135. Forbes’ John Betland finished fifth overall on 139.
Unfortunately the Lachlan Valley Team did not do well, with many of the players struggling on the Parkes layout. Steve Betland managed 150, Peter Dawson 154 while Shane Sallaway and Aaron Wilkie both scored 155. The teams event was won by Illawarra with a score of 573, compiled by the four best scores on each day.
H/Pro Will had a successful Callaway Golf Equipment Day yesterday, Wednesday. If you missed out and were still interested then contact him at the Pro Shop. We head into the drier summer months now, so be sure to ‘slip, slap, slop’ and all the other things. There is sunscreen provided at the 1st hole, and soon the 10th hole, and plenty available in the Pro Shop.
This Saturday, November 16, is an 18-Stroke sponsored by Loomzy’s Fish N Fix, and also the Annual ‘Medal of Medallists’ event, sponsored by Lachlan Commodities.
Those players who earned a medal between Dec 2023 and Nov 2024 are eligible for the ‘MoM’. Sunday has the Stableford Medley for those that want an extra game.
VETS GOLF
In one of the closest finishes for some time only one point separated five players at last week’s twintowns veterans golf competition played at Forbes.
Three players finished on 37 points and another two on 36 with local Peter Barnes getting the decision on a count-back from team mate Ken Sanderson. Another Forbes player Adam Andrews was the unlucky one of the trio and had to settle for a ball in third place.
On a good day for golf only 26 players competed - 15 from Forbes and 11 from Parkes - with Forbes taking the team honors by 216 points to 198.
Forbes dominated the nearest-topins with Kim Herbert the A grade winner on the 18th hole and Frank Hanns the best in B grade on the ninth.
Parkes’ Graham Cooke won the encouragement award.
The ball sweep went to 34 points and the winners were: 37 pointsAdam Andrews; 36 - John Dwyer (P) and Les Little (F); 35 - Barry Parker (F); 34 - Rob Lea and Nym Dziuba (P) and Scott Kirkman, Alf Davies and Frank Hanns (F).
After play Forbes players voted to join Parkes vets in starting all twintowns events over Spring and Sum-
mer at 9am with registrations taken from 8.30.
This week it is back to Parkes for the 18 holes.
It was also only a small field last Tuesday in ideal conditions with nine starters where Barry Shine came out on tops with 27 points from the in-form Ken Sanderson and the sweet swinging Dennis McGroder next best posting 25 each.
SUMMER SIXES
By SMOOTH SWINGER
Round 3 of the sponsored Forbes Golf Club Summer Sixers competition saw many teams continue this season’s theme of competitive scoring.
While it is early days yet, after Round 3 some strong teams have risen to the top of their respective leader boards.
Only six of the 27 teams remain undefeated, with Group 2 being dominated by Gunn Golf.
Those teams who are yet to register a win are playing the waiting game, ready to surge forward in the latter parts of the comp.
Most players are doing the correct thing and entering their ID number and team on the card, but a few still need reminding.
With this week’s results players also received a copy of the ‘Summer Sixes Rules’.
These closely follow the usual rules of golf but there are some differences aimed at keeping the enjoyment levels up. But you must all abide by them.
The big winners in the third
round were Walkers AgnVet (96.5) who raced past Grant Howell AE (101.5) who thought they had a handy score. Also with a big win was Bogey Boys (98.5) over The Duffers (105.5).
The Rnd 3 best member nett score was made by Joe Nicholson (Bogey Boys) with 31 nett.
The best non-member nett score was made Brett Stace (Six Appeal) with 30 nett. Look out! The chop is coming.
The ball sweep went to 35 nett. Balls for members will go onto their account while non-members can get theirs from the Pro Shop.
There were a couple of close encounters. Gunn Golf snuck past Flip Floppers by a half point, while Still Trying did the same over Part Time Putters.
There have been a number of sub-103 rounds, which earns the team an extra half point. We shall see how that shapes up as the comp progresses and the handicaps tighten.
So far in the comp there has only been one draw. That was in Round 1 between Still Trying and Six Appeal who both recorded 99.5!
The early glory is a good tonic, but there is a long way to go. Make sure you all keep swinging.
LADIES GOLF
By THE BIRDIE
Our ladies results begin with the Bokeyar Electrical sponsored Stroke, Monthly Medal and Putting Comp.
Division 1 winner was Janet Smith with 75 nett.
Division 2 winner Julie Wood with 77 net.
Monthly Medals were won by: Jennifer Fletcher in Division 1; Janet Smith in Division 2; and Julie Wood in Division 3.
Ball sweep winners:
Jennifer Fletcher, Heather Davidson, and Ev Uphill to 77 nett.
Nearest to the pins were Heather Davidson on the 9th and Alison Kingston on the 19th.
Heather was also the winner of the putting comp.
Saturday November 9 was 18 Holes of Stableford sponsored by Jessica’s Beauty and Wellness.
Our worthy winner was Veronica Rebellato carding a lovely 40 points over runner up Sharon Grierson with a nice 38 points that on any other day would have been a winning number.
Ball sweep winners for the event were Sharon Grierson and Wendy Simmons.
Nearest to the pins were Sharon Grierson on the 9th hole and Colleen Venables on the 18th.
Coming up:
Matches set down for play this week include on Saturday November 16, Stroke, sponsored by Kate Steele-Park in two divisions.
Medal of Medalists this year sponsored by Walkers Ag-N-Vet.
November 20 is Individual Stableford Sponsors: Grace’s Hair Studio and Taryn’s Beauty Therapy with play in two divisions.
For golf information phone the Pro Shop 68 511 554.
Brad Ashton, Marcus Inder, Harry Callaghan, Jayden Pendleton and Kailab Tyne.
PHOTO: Jenny Kingham
Stephen Buddekem, Chaz Dheer, Michael Gerakios and Brian “Panther” Ferrao came from the Central Coast to play in last weekend’s Frank Spice Nissan Golf Classic.
PHOTO: Jenny Kingham
Visitor Larry Kearney (Crookwell) exerts some force in his tee shot.
PHOTO: Short Putt
Tribute a great day on greens
IT was billed as one of the features in Forbes lawn bowls this year and it did not disappoint as players and family members travelled from as far as Western Australia to attend the Invitational Day held as a tribute to Lindsay Willding, Clive Herbert and Greg Parslow.
Three greats from the past in the game as well as members of the Forbes Sports and Recreation Club.
Twenty eight teams took to the greens on Saturday to play three games of 15 ends trying their luck in taking home part of the $6000 in prize money on offer.
Victors of the day were the highly fancied combination of local members Mitch and Scott Andrews who played with Grenfell visitor Blake Bradkey.
Second place went to Gary Minogue, Keith Smith (Toongabbi) and Bruce Williams (Forbes); 3rd Bert Bayley, Brian Asimus (Forbes) and Graham Rutherford (Wagga); 4th John Kennedy, Kerry Dunstan and John Gorton (Forbes); 5th Bruce Jones, John Gilson, Brett Myors (Eugowra); 6th Warren Keep, Tim Fowler and Brent Piper (Grenfell). Wooden spoon went to Peter Cook, Peter Hush and Brian Parslow (Forbes).
Organisers were full of praise for all who contributed to the success of the day with a ‘big’ thank you to major sponsor Hutcheon & Pearce for their continuing sponsorship to allow these events to happen.
They added thanks for sponsorship including Gunns Mensland, Lachlan Sands, Lachlan Cranes, Troy Clarke Painting, C & D Flooring, Peter Besgrove Roofing and Forbes Associated Agents.
“We have received great reports throughout the weekend regarding the bowls day and how everything was run and players and family members are looking forward to coming back next year to do it all over again,” they added.
SOCIAL BOWLS – Seven games in near perfect conditions last Wednesday where it was announced before play that from December 4 games will commence at 9.30am to
finish at 11.30am. Meaning noms from 9am in time for the draw.
It was also announced that Wednesday bowlers Christmas Party will be held on December 11.
Something all look forward to, pencil it in.
Out on the green last week Kevin Hodge and Bill O’Connell were card draw winners with a score of 2719 over Geoff West and Alf Davies in 22 ends. The winners were just in front 12-11 at the half way mark.
Runners-up Irene Riley and Sue White, 16-10 in 18 over Josh Wright and Lyall Strudwick looking good at 6-3 after eight then 11-6 at the end of 13.
Bill Looney and Geoff Williams doubled the score of John Browne and Trevor Cur-
rey in 16 winning 18-9 leading 9-3 at half time.
Deanna Williams matched her husband leading for Kerry Dunstan winning 21-13 in 20 over Angela Dent and Noel Jolliffe. They won the run home as it was only 10-8 after 13.
Closer for Peter Barnes and Don Craft winning 17-16 over Eddie Gould and John Gorton in 20. They looked good leading 14-8 after 12 then 17-10 after 16 before putting the cue in the rack to just hold on.
The 2014 Minor Singles champion Ron Thurlow celebrated 80 years young on Wednesday and played like a man much younger leading for Paul Doust winning 22-13 in 20 over Garry James and Barry Shine leading 12-7 after 10.
In the last Bill Scott and John Kennedy won 21-14 in
22 over Tim Everest and Jeff Nicholson well in control after 13, 15-4. Raffle winners and double for Bill O’Connell and Peter Barnes.
Only three games on Thursday afternoon where the $600 jackpot again stood but went unclaimed. Resting touchers are common on Thursday where last week Paul Atkins, Scott McKellar, Angie Dwyer and Glenn Kearney were successful with nil raspberries.
Winning rink, Billy Cowell and Scott McKellar 25-19 in 22 ends over Angie Dwyer and Glenn Kearney finishing best after being behind 14-16 after 16. 11-3 in the last six ends was the winner.
Losing rink had Jamie Dukes and Denny Byrnes behind 19-21 also in 22 playing Peter Besgrove and Mick
Merritt. It was close all game, 8-12 after 11, 14-15 after 15 then 21-15 after 19 just holding on.
In the last, a game of triples had Dale Maynard, Jason Howell and Bruce Jones winning 22-19 over Paul Atkins, Bob Grant and Allan Hilder in 16. 12-4 after seven set up the win.
After a monster day on Saturday only four games on Sunday morning where once again the $600 jackpot was on offer. However, as has been the case in recent weeks it went unclaimed.
Winning rink, a game of triples going to Justin Scifleet, Tara-Lee Shaw and John Kennedy 12-6 over Lloyd Nielsen, Dale Maynard and Sue White in 12 ends with the score 6-3 as the players headed for half time drinks.
Nothing could separate Jason Howell and Kerry Roach who shared honours at 12all in the scheduled 16 ends playing Gary Mino and Al Phillips. Jason and Kerry had to pick up their game late as they trailed 10-3 after seven. Billy Cowell and Keith Smith breezed past Alan Hilder and Robert Dukes 22-8 due to a strong finish as it was only 8-4 after eight. In the last Peter Tisdell and Tony Dicks won by one, 17-16 over Gene Willding and John Cutler. It was 7-all after seven then 16-7 after 12 prior to Gene and John winning the run home 9-1 to just fall short.
Resting touchers Gary Mino, Al Phillips and TaraLee Shaw. Chooks, Gary Minoque, Paul Hodge, Jason Howell and Justin Scifleet.
Dean and Dent top scores at SSAA event
By TONY BRATTON
MEMBERS are reminded the by-monthly meeting for December will be on Wednesday December 11 at the Forbes Sport and Rec Club at 7.30pm.
Results of the Forbes S.S.A.A. sporting shooters .22 calibre rimfire rifle shoot on Wednesday November 6: the weather was very warm with a strong breeze from the north east at 25kph and a temperature of 25 degrees.
The results of the 25metre .22 target shoot; John Dean, 249/250; Bruce Dent, 245/250 and David Sanderson, 241/250.
The results of the 50metre
Rabbit target shoot; Bruce Dent, 239/250; John Dean, 225/250 and David Sanderson, 224/250.
The results of the 75metre Bear target shoot; Bruce Dent, 110/120; David Sanderson, 106/120 and John Dean, 100/120.
The results of the 100metre Bear target shoot; John Dean, 100/120; Bruce Dent, 114/120 and David Sanderson, 100/120.
The range officer was Anthony Bratton. Scorer was Bruce Runchel.
The Forbes sporting clays held their monthly shoot last Sunday November 10, this was a 100 target field shoot. The weather was very
warm with a temperature of 32 degrees and a light breeze from the south east at 12kph. There were five shooters in attendance from Forbes, Parkes and Grenfell, the low numbers due to harvest. Two other members were in attendance, Norm Brook & Tony Bratton. The results of the field shoot were; Ben Smith, 19-1418-17 total 68; Phil Cleal 14-1218-19 total 63; Clinton Duffy (Parkes) 14-12-13-15 total 54; Tim Nealon, (Grenfell) 11-1113-12 total 47 this was Tim first try at simulated field shooting. Brian Donnory (Parkes) 8-158-12 total 43.
The next shoot for the Forbes S.S.A.A. sporting
clays will be their monthly shoot on Sunday December 8 this may be a 100 target five stand shoot starting at 10am. For all information on clay target shooting contact: Norm Brook 0458664541; Tony Bratton (02) 68523349; Ben Smith 0427524151; Doug Davis (02) 68523249 & Phil Picker (02) 68516494.
Any person wishing to obtain a long arm firearm licence can contact Wayne Facey on 0414524059; Norm Brook on 0458664541; Tony Bratton on (02) 68523349 to do a firearm safe shooting assessment course which is a requirement for a firearm licence application.
The next S.S.A.A. sporting
shooters .22 calibre and other rimfire rifle (.22 magnum or.17HMR) will be held this Sunday November 17 starting at 10am.
The centre- fire shoot will take place at 2pm on Sunday after the rimfire shoot.
Centre-fire shooters names in by 1.30pm so the targets can be placed on the Centrefire range.
The next Wednesday shoot will be on Wednesday November 20 starting at 2pm.
All shoots are at the Bedgerebong road range, turn right off the Bedgerebong road onto Dr. Young Drive.
All target shooters are welcome to attend. Any person wishing try rifle or shotgun
shooting can attend any of these shoots to take part after filling out a P650 form at the club, Junior shooters must be 12 years or over.
For all information on .22 cabilre rimfire shooting contact: Wayne Facey 0414524059; Norm Brook 0458664541; Ben Smith 0427524151; David Coleman 0427401263 AH.
Members are reminded that Local Range rules apply to all Forbes SSAA ranges. Like us on facebook @ Forbes Sporting Shooters. SSAA members should check the facebook page for shoot details for dates and times and cancellation of shoots due to wet weather.
Di Wilson, Deb Hood and Glen Seton from Molong with Shayne Staines, Peter Greenhalgh and Michael Merritt, Forbes.
Tim Fowler, Warren Keep and Brent Piper from Grenfell enjoying the day on the local bowling greens.
Bruce Jones (Eugowra), Tara Shaw, Ang Dwyer (Forbes) and Brett Myors (Eugowra). PHOTOS: Jenny Kingham
Winners Blake Bradkey, Mitch and Scott Andrews with Helen Herbert and Pauline Parslow.
PHOTO: Tara Shaw
Saunders wins our Squash Junior Open
Cowra’s Liam Saunders has won the 2024 Forbes Squash Junior Open from Max Jones after five hard-fought sets.
The two battled it out on court for Division 1 honours in the annual tournament on Sunday afternoon, capping a big weekend of squash at the club.
Division 2 was won by Cooper Jones in another fivesetter from Lockie Jones, while Forbes’ own Harry Bilsborough took the Division 3 win in a finals matchup with Lucas Jones.
Division 4 was an all-Cowra final with the win to Jaxon Foley and runner up Ruby Moriarty, Division 5 a local contest with the winner Robey McMillan and runner up Billy Myall.
The weekend began with a Saturday coaching clinic with Forbes’ Darryn Piper, Parkes’ Jay Kross and Cowra’s Alex McFarland with the assistance of Henry Kross, thanks to the major sponsorship of Forbes Shire Council.
The tournament also had support from Bega and
Forbes Bakehouse.
There are multiple tournaments through the year, the Forbes tournament is a bronze event.
Adding the training day to it was a great opportunity for local players to get the sort of coaching their city counterparts have regular access to, club president Darryn Piper said.
Anyone who’s interested in junior squash can go to Forbes Squash Club on Facebook or contact Piper on 0417 084 954.
Presentation day: Squash club celebrates 2024 achievements
By DROP SHOT
The Forbes Squash Club’s annual presentation was held on Saturday afternoon October 26 at the South Forbes Tennis Courts Club House on a perfect sunny day.
There were a few apologies but a large crowd attended including life members Pete Cowhan, Garry Dempsey and Helen Westwood for Maurie.
The year’s championship, competition winners, runners up and line toppers as well as special awards and prizes were presented to the many recipients.
Special thanks to the dedicated committee members for organising and ensuring that we could all enjoy the delicious barbeque and salad lunch preceding the awards.
Throughout the afternoon many, especially the younger members, made use of the tennis facilities enjoying
the lovely day. Congratulations to all award receivers and thanks to all who could attend for making the day so great.
Championship winners for this year were: Mens A Grade: Lockie Miller; runner up Henry Kross
Ladies A: Shanna Nock; runner up Alex Cowhan
Mens B: Dave Brinckley; runner up Scott Webb
Ladies B: Claire Bayley; runner Up Christine Cogswell Mens C: Will Markwort; runner up Alister Carlisle
Ladies C: Kimberley
Chudleigh; runner up Lindy Cowhan
Club awards:
Most promising junior: Max Jones
Most improved female: Claire Bayley
Most improved male: Will Markwort
Club person: Dennis Haynes.
Forbes Squash Junior Open Division 1 winner Liam Saunders and runner up Max Jones with Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM.
Division 5 runner up Billy Myall and winner Robey McMillan.
Division 4 runner up Ruby Moriarty and winner Lucas Foley with Mayor Phyllis Miller.
Division 3 runner up Lucas Jones and winner Harry Bilsborough with Mayor Phyllis Miller.
Division 2 runner up Lockie Jones and winner Cooper Jones with Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM.
Ladies C Grade winner Kimberley Chudleigh, Lindy Cowhan and Lucy Robinson.
Men’s B Grade winner Dave Brinckley and runner up Scott Webb.
Will Markwort is most improved male of 2024.
Claire Bayley is the club’s most improved female of 2024.
Dennis Haynes was named Club Person of the Year, congratulated by president Darryn Piper.
Lockie Miller was our Men’s A Grace competition winner, runner up Henry Kross. PHOTOS: Forbes Squash Club
BIG DANCE SATURDAY
IT’S grand final time in the Western women’s rugby league and Lachlan has two teams in the big dance.
Lachlan’s Under 12s take on Panorama Platypi in the first match of the day of the deciders, which is to be hosted at Ann Ashwood Park on Saturday November 16.
Our Under 16s meet the Vipers, after defeating the Platypi 26-0 in the semi-final last weekend.
Grace MacGregor scored three tries, Amber Griffin and Malia Morrison one each as the team bolted away to the win in the qualifier.
Vipers Under 16s qualified with a 30-12 win over Mudgee Dragons 16s.
Lachlan’s Under 12s continued their unbeaten run into the final with a 30-18 win over Goannas in the semi-final, played at Pride Park last Saturday.
Try-scorers included Rubie Haworth, captain Indy Maynard, Lucy Fairley, Kitarna Atkinson and Payton Reid.
Lachlan’s Under 14s qualified for semi-finals but met the Vipers Under 14s, and went down 12-30.
Western Women’s Rugby League grand finals Saturday, November 16 at Ann Ashwood Park, Bathurst.
Under 12s Lachlan v Platypi........................10.30am
Under 14s Goannas v Vipers........................11.50am
Under 16s Vipers v Lachlan ..........................1.20pm
Under 18s Platypi v Goannas .......................2.50pm
Opens Platypi v Goannas .............................4.30pm
▶ Georgia Clemson for Lachlan Under 16s.
Momentum to build on
LET’S build on the momentum of this year, that’s the attitude of Sam Parish as he takes on the role of president of Forbes Rugby Union Club again and sets the agenda for 2025 with his new committee.
The first important task on the agenda is the recruitment of coaches for the year: those are open now with links through the club’s social media accounts.
With Sam on the committee are: Vice president of management Guy Wilkinson; Vice president of senior rugby Frazer Duff; Vice president of facilities and development Randall Grayson; and Vice president of junior rugby Dan Beard;
Club treasurer is Lachie Green, social secretary Sam Mackay, bar manager Charli Robinson, registrar Amy Townsend and publicity officer Chelsea Reeves.
“It’s a pretty exciting time ahead,” Sam said as they got together at
Forbes Rugby committee members Guy
Dan Beard and Frazer Duff.
club headquarters by the lake.
“We’ve got such a young committee and they’re all keen to be involved.
“I think (2024) was overall a really good year.
“We had 300-plus competitors for the year ... I think we can break that
creating the momentum that we did last year.”
There’s hopes the club can make third grade a permanent fixture, after fielding a team for a couple of games in 2024, and Sam’s also looking for younger recruits.
“There’s plenty of promise with
young people in town - moving to town for careers - and I’d encourage anyone to come along and be part of the rugby club even it’s just coming down to training and get fit,” he said.
With coaching applications closing November 18, there are plans
for pre-season to kick off as early as December for the 2025 campaigns.
The club’s finalising the 2025 sponsorship prospectus and welcomes those who would like to come on board and be part of the season.
Sam says the support the community gives the club is invaluable.
“It’s not possible for us to run like we do without it,” he said.
“We did raise last year, more than $80,000 for a range of causes.
“We love being supported by the community, we love giving back to the community.”
One of the big fundraisers is the annual President’s Lunch and supporters of the day should save March 22 for the 2025 event, guaranteed to be a great day out once again.
The Springvale Cup masters rugby union tournament will also be coming back to Forbes, that’s being planned for Autumn as well.
Wilkinson, Sam Mackay, Sam Parish, Charli Robinson, Chelsea Reeves,
