Parker is heading to Paris for the Paralympics. Picture supplied
Anderson Parker is set to make his Paralympic debut just three years after a return to competitive wheelchair tennis.
Andy first picked up a racquet with coach John Christopher on the Nelson Park courts right here in Forbes as a primary school student - now he's been named in Australia's three-man team for the Paris Games. Full story page 7.
Two new candidates as we go to polls on September 14
FORBES voters will head to the polls on September 14 to elect our new shire council, with 10 candidates for the nine local government seats.
Eight of the nine councillors who have served since 2021 have put their names forward again, with two new candidates putting their hands up to serve.
The draw for the order of listing on the ballot papers took place in Parkes last Thursday, as serving councillors had their final meeting of their term at the council chambers
Elected in 2021 were: Phyllis Miller OAM (Mayor), Chris Roylance (Deputy Mayor), Aidan Clarke, Michele Herbert, Steve Karaitiana, Marg Duggan, Maria Willis, Brian Mattiske and Jenny Webb
They had their last month-
ly meeting on Thursday August 15, where Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM thanked Cr Maria Willis, who has not nominated for this election, for her service and the knowledge she brought to the role
We also have two new candidates in James Whalan and Sarahlee Sweeney.
Our candidates, in order of ballot draw, are:
■ Aidan Clarke
■ Phyllis Miller
■ Jenny Webb
■ Margaret Duggan
■ Chris Roylance
■ James Whalan
■ Steven Karaitiana
■ Michele Herbert
■ Sarahlee Sweeney
■ Brian Mattiske
Cabonne voters, including Eugowra, are also headed to the ballot box with 10 candidates for nine seats on the council. Candidates are Canowindra's Andrew Pull, Kathryn O'Ryan and Jenny Weaver, Molong residents Aaron Pearson, Jamie Jones, Kevin Beatty; Nashdale's Andrew Rawson; Guin Dickie and Marlene Nash of Manildra and; Peter Batten of Garra, near Molong.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 23
Public Tasting will be held from 6.30pm at the Forbes Town Hall All the wines entered will be available for patrons to taste and finger food will be provided Tickets are $30 per person via 123tix
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24
From 8am to 12pm in Victoria Park there will be fresh produce, cookies, coffee, bacon and egg rolls, jams, plants and more on offer at the Forbes Farmers' Markets.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24
Join OzFish and Parkes-Forbes Landcare for a free family friendly fishing and clean up event! You can fish at Lake Forbes, or anywhere in the region, as long as you're back at the OzFish hub at the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre at 2pm to weigh in your carp It's free to enter and there's prizes for the biggest carp and most carp caught, with categories for kids, teens and adults Registration begins at 6am at the Lake Forbes Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre OzFish hub.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 29
Join in the fun as Bunnings celebrate all dads this Father's day. Loads of DIY's, games and activities, give,aways, gift ideas and more At Bunnings Forbes from 5pm to 7pm.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31
Woodfired Eugowra is back!
Purchase your free tickets now at 123tix, hurry as only 1500 are
available. There will be over 20 markets lining the Eugowra main street on the day from 12pm which you don't need a ticket for.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Your entry fee into Trundle Bush Tucker Day includes entry into cooking competitions, bush tucker taste testing, rides, kids corner and live entertainment. Special guests The Bushwackers and The Wolfe Brothers will take
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Come along to the Forbes Annual Show Explore the range of exhibitions including art, cooking, animals and more!
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THE community came together on Friday to celebrate NAIDOC Day and our Wiradjuri and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Nadika McKeown welcomed everyone to the important community celebration.
Elder Wendy Hughes and Bridie Hughes conducted the acknowledgement before Dinnawans Connection, Forbes High School, Red Bend Catholic College, Forbes North Public School and Forbes Public School students conducted a traditional opening for NAIDOC 2024 including a smoking ceremony and traditional dances
Three local community members were recognised for their outstanding commitment and achievements to their culture.
Aunty Wendy Hughes was named Elder of the Year, this award presented to an elder who has a strong connection to culture and with her family.
"She is kind hearted, she is caring, she is always there to lend a hand when needed," Nadika said.
"She volunteers her time to teach and connect with our community, she takes the time to represent and attend all cultural celebrations and activities to further her knowledge and pass this knowledge onto others.
"She demonstrates passion, persistence, she plays a crucial role in ensuring the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre remains a vibrant and valuable resource for the Forbes community."
Ollie Flick was awarded Young Creative of the Year
Ollie is involved in her culture through dance, Indigenous programs and has recently completed a traditional Aboriginal artwork of her own in art class.
Aurora Farrelly was awarded Young Sportsperson of the Year
"(Aurora) has made the 2024 under 26's Central West Rugby Union team and has displayed high levels of skills and dedication," Nadika said.
"At Forbes High school she's an active member of the Girri Girri Sports Acade-
my the Ninagu Dance group and persists in displaying positive and proactive leadership skills."
Forbes Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM said it was an honour to celebrate the rich connection with the past, present and future that days
such as NAIDOC Day bring. "For our elders we pay respect and celebrate those we've lost and those still with us for their struggles and their fight for equality," she said. "I thank you and I thank everyone for attending and what a wonderful event."
THE 68th Bedgerabong Show was on Saturday and a crowd enjoyed the occasion.
Bedgerabong Show secretary, Anne Earney, said it was a very good day with hundreds of children enjoying the activities on offer
There was a hugely successful three-day show jumping event, with entrants from Victoria, ACT, the South
Coast and all over NSW, and Anne was delighted to say that horse, sheep, pig and exhibitor numbers were up.
There were three contestants in this year's Young Woman competition.
"The winner was Maddy Kemp, she went to Bedgerabong Public School and Forbes High School," Anne said.
Our emergency services were a special feature of the day and Anne was pleased many people took the opportunity to talk with them, as well as try on uniforms and check out fire trucks
The community's thanks are extended to all the sponsors and all who attended.
Your feedback, and helping hands, are welcome
THE spotlight is on quality
NSW wines this week as judges gather in Forbes to consider entries in the 2024 NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show
Twenty gold medals were awarded on day one of judging, with 13 judges here to taste 585 wines from 99 wineries
Chair of judges Mark Richardson, chief winemaker with Tyrrells in the Hunter Valley, said the 2023 and 2024 seasons had been solid in NSW.
"We're seeing a lot of medals across the board I think," he said - and that's a reflection of the quality of the entries in this 32nd annual event.
This year's entries reveal the ongoing increase in the varieties of wines on offer, and from smaller wineries, Mr Richardson said.
Classes for "other" reds and whites, outside the traditional offerings, are increasing in numbers and in quality.
"So they've turned into quite exciting classes to judge. I think that reflects the market," Mr Richardson said.
"There's still some great chardonnays, and here in NSW semillon's quite a big thing as well, but these other varieties are becoming more interesting and more talked about."
Our team of judges has been drawn from closer wine regions such as Mudgee, Orange and Canberra, as well as further afield.
"It's a great show for supporting NSW," Mr Richardson said.
"Everyone's very committed to getting the right result "It's a competition but it's more about finding the best wines shining on the day."
The NSW Small Winemak-
ers Wine Show is run by a team of local volunteers, and Mr Richardson paid tribute to the work that goes in behind the scenes
The committee is very proud of the show, member Alistair Lunn said, and the opportunity to bring small winemakers' wines before judges
He'd encourage locals to get their tickets to Friday's public tasting and the dinner on September 21.
"At the dinner you'll see 10 or more of the best wines NSW has to offer matched with food from Eat Your Greens," Mr Lunn said.
"It's a really good oppor-
tunity to listen to the winemakers and understand the effort and skill that goes into making some really fantastic wines
"Take the opportunity because these wines are some of the best NSW has to offer."
The public tasting will be on Friday August 23 from 6.30pm at the Forbes Town Hall. All the wines entered will be available for patrons to taste and finger food will be provided. Tickets are $30. The gourmet wine dinner will be on Saturday September 21 from 7pm at the Forbes Town Hall. Tickets are $130.
THE Federal Government will guarantee regional flight bookings for Rex customers through the airline's voluntary administration process. Travellers can continue to book regional flights with certainty they will fly or get their money back, The Hon Catherine King, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, has announced.
Regional Express, which flies to Parkes airport, has continued regional services since entering voluntary administration on July 30.
Delays that passengers hoping to fly out of Parkes on Monday morning experienced were due to a minor mechanical aircraft issue, Rex has confirmed, and a replacement aircraft had to be deployed to service the route.
This is standard operating procedure for the Rex regional services, which remain unaffected during the company's voluntary administration, they have assured MidWest Media Minister Catherine King said Rex's continuation was in the best interests of
Australia. They are the only service provider on 21 of their routes
The government's guarantee is for all regional flight bookings with Rex made after it entered voluntary administration at 9:31pm on July 30, 2024
It's been welcomed by Sam Freeman, in his capacity as Voluntary Administrator of the Rex Group.
"The guarantee will help Rex to keep flying while we undertake the recapitalisation of the airline and secure its future," he said.
"We have experienced
firsthand the importance of Rex's regional services to the communities the airline serves and would like to express our gratitude to the Federal Government for stepping in with this support."
Member for Riverina Michael McCormack welcomed the announcement, but also called on the government to "consider all options available" to ensure Rex airlines' regional services would be maintained permanently "(The government) must ensure regional communities have the confidence of
knowing they will maintain affordable, efficient and effective air transport services," Mr McCormack said.
With media reports this week of further redundancies in the business, the administrators have confirmed that no changes have been made to the operations of the regional network
The Rex Group has retained all employees who operate these regional services
When administrators were appointed, Rex's domestic Boeing 737 services were
cancelled, making the roles created to operate that network redundant.
"Administrators have commenced consultation with an additional 261 employees in areas of the business that have a higher headcount that what is required for the operation of a regionally focused airline," a statement from them to MidWest Media confirmed on Tuesday. Subject to consultation, approximately 73 of those participating may be impacted
DON your black tie best, Forbes is hosting a gala ball to celebrate and support Nedd Brockmann.
The Bedgerabong-born Brockmann has already raised $2.5 million to help the homeless by running across Australia, now he's planning to cover 1000 miles in 10 days for the cause.
And as he launches his world-record attempt at Sydney Olympic Park, we're being invited to support the cause at the Forbes Gala Ball at Town Hall.
Tickets are on sale now, $150 for a spectacular night with all profit to go to homelessness charity We
Are Mobilise. It's a night to celebrate the incredible achievements of someone from our community, says Sam Mackay, who is one of a group of locals organising the ball.
While Nedd pounds the pavement, it will be an opportunity to hear from the founder and CEO of Mobilise, Noah Yang.
Mobilise works with those experiencing homelessness by reaching out to people on the streets through conversations and care packages
September will mark two years since Nedd gained the attention of the world by running from Cottesloe Beach
to Bondi Beach, covering
almost 4000km in 46 days
On October 3, Nedd will launch his next effort - to
cover 1000 miles in 10 days
To do this, Brockmann's planning to run 403 laps of the 400m Sydney Olympic
Park track a day, which could take anywhere from 15 hours to 19 hours a day.
All profits from the Ball will be donated to the cause, with early bird tickets sold out and general release tickets now on sale online through 123tix.com.au
The tickets will include three drinks, canapes, lucky door prizes and of course the night's insight and entertainment.
Be greeted with cocktails in the courtyard before moving into the ballroom for a fundraiser auction, delicious canapés from Eat Your Greens, a stocked bar and a chance to dance the
night away with the Baker Boys Band.
"We hope that everyone gets around it and supports it - it is a once-off kind of event and a lot of work has gone in to make it a really special event where we can hopefully raise some money for a worthy cause, " Sam said. Follow Forbes Gala Ball on Facebook or go online to 123tix.com.au
Nedd's also put the challenge out to everyone else to set their own "uncomfortable challenge" for 10 days in October. You can go online to www. neddsuncomfortablechallenge.com/ to donate.
GET your tickets, plan your entries, the Forbes Show is coming up fast.
It's all happening on one big and busy day, Saturday September 7, this year from the sashing of our 2024 Forbes Young Woman to the fireworks, the ute barrel racing and fun for the whole family.
Our Show committee has secured some great entertainment for this year's big event.
Wow Encounters reptile display will be open through the day with a range of Australian reptiles, amphibians, arachnids and bugs to keep the crowd entertained.
This year we welcome My Pet Dinosaur for the first
time, sure to be a great treat for the kids delivered by Just Dream Productions
Randy Ryder's Junk Yard Action Show is another new attraction for our show, bringing bike stunts to the centre arena.
Of course, all our family favourites will be there.
The animal nursery returns and will be open all day, side alley with the rides and showbags will be in operation and of course there are all the exhibits and entries to admire from the pavilion to the ring where horse events and showjumping will be
The pet show is from 12.30pm, young entrants in our junior showgirl and mas-
One big day
■ Saturday, September 7
■ Tickets online 123tix com.au
■ Schedule online www forbesshow.com or see pavilion sections at Forbes Handicraft Centre
ter stockman competitions should come in at 11.30am, the ute barrel racing is from 3pm and the fireworks from 8pm
The grand parade will take place at 2pm with the official opening and naming of our Forbes Young Woman and other awards at 2.30pm.
The Show is so much more
fun if you've got entries and it's time to get those organised!
The schedule is now online with pavilion exhibit tickets (and some copies of the schedule) to be at the Forbes Handicraft Centre.
Please note, after careful consideration and consultation with DPI authorities, the Forbes PA&H has made the hard decision to cancel Poultry and Caged Birds at this year's show.
The Forbes Show schedule and Show memberships are available through the website: forbesshow.com
Show tickets for the Saturday are available online through 123tix.com.au
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Forbes Livestock Exchange cattlesale Next Store cattlesale30th August– 10am start.
THE recent 'Be Road Ready for Harvest Field Day' was a success, attended by farmers, contract harvesters, transport companies, agricultural machinery retailers, government agencies, council staff and associations
The event was supported by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, Transport for NSW, the Grain Transport Safety Network, NSW Police, SafeWork NSW, NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW Farmers and the Australian Custom Harvesters Association.
Council road safety and injury prevention officer, Melanie Suitor, said anecdotal feedback was very positive.
"There were presentations about heavy vehicle access, chain of responsibility, the Class 1 Agricultural Vehicle Notice, fatigue, grain receivals, conditional registration, mobile phone rules, load restraint and more, " Ms Suitor said.
"The highlight of the morning was the hands-on
machinery display, where participants were able to measure various vehicles and implements and read the relevant notice to work out what the travel requirements are.
"We also conducted a weighing display including light vehicles, a horse float
and comb trailer, which explained gross vehicle mass and gross combination mass
"Thanks to Forbes Machinery Centre, Hutcheon and Pearce, O'Connors, Bob Wythes, Luke Magill and Nina Hooper who were very generous in loaning us the equipment for the display."
Free satellite events will be held in Tottenham, Wirrinya and Bogan Gate (with breakfast provided).
There will also be a free session at the Parkes Show Farmer's Day. Details in the ad below.
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DUST off your campovens and get your dancing boots ready as Trundle Bush Tucker Day is just weeks away!
The Bushwackers are returning and they will be joined by some amazing artists on Saturday September 7.
"We first started coming our for BTD in the 90's and are veterans of the event. We love the atmosphere and the people, all the yummy cooking smells and the great vibe around the place," Bushwackers member Roger Corbett said.
Joining them will be Ron and Jarque Tee, The Alternators, Scarlet Gee, Cameron Sharp, Gracey Denham-Jones, Ballz and All and of course headline act The Wolfe Brothers.
There are market stalls and food vendors, a kids zone featuring jumping castles, sandpit and play area, face painting, cupcake decorating and more.
Please note, you do need to purchase tickets online in advance - there will be no ticket sales at the gate on the day.
The Trundle Bush Tucker Day committee is also looking for volunteers who are able to assist with the set up and pack up, to sell raffle tickets or have an RSA and can work in the bar and bar ticket sales on the day.
– MADELINE BLACKSTOCK
Ranger Nick will be back again sharing his expertise in bush cooking and Emilique East will be displaying her whipcracking skills for kids to learn in a variety of workshops There'll be sheep shearing, dog jumping and of course free bush tucker taste testing. Everyone's favourite event, The Snowy Bushman's Relay, is back and this year the relay there are categories for the adults and the kids
FORBES Shire Council has joined others in protesting a landfill levy that councillors heard could potentially double the cost of rubbish disposal for our shire.
Forbes Shire Council will join NetWaste in opposing the expansion of the NSW Waste Levy to any of NetWaste's 25 member councils, as the NSW Government goes through a consultation process on the levy.
The organisation fears rising costs would lead to increased illegal dumping.
The NSW Waste Levy is a charge on all material land-
filled, including cover, within the regulated area of NSW, a report from council's Manager Waste and Environment Paul Adams said in a report to the July council meeting. It's designed to divert waste from landfill and promote - and fund - resource recovery At the moment the regulated area, defined by the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) does not include Forbes or other Netwaste councils The report indicates current levy rates are $97.90 in regional areas.
While that's not confirmed as a rate that would be applied to Forbes, at 25,000 tonnes of waste a year it would cost us more than $2.4 million in levy fees
That would effectively double the cost of waste management to the council, the report says.
Netwaste fears rising costs could cause increased illegal dumping around rural communities
"The NSW EPA Levy applied to any of our councils would be highly detrimental to waste management and simply lead to communi-
ty angst and resentment against both local council and the NSW Government," their letter says
"Any introduction of a waste levy to any of the NetWaste Local Government Areas will simply be another form of cost-shifting by the NSW government that will add to the cost of living, encourage illegal dumping and have minimal impact on resource recovery
"It will have a detrimental impact on our local communities and cause disengagement in our communities with the goal of reaching a
circular economy."
NetWaste Councils have already demonstrated their commitment to landfill diversion through extensive recycling and education programs, the organisation argues.
Councils like Forbes already operate a kerbside food organics garden organics service - the green lid bins
"We argue that those councils that operate their own landfills already have the motivation to keep material out of landfill, and the need to maintain airspace
for as long as possible for our communities," their letter says
"It is already in the council's best interest because we do not want to run out of capacity, and then face the exorbitant prospect to either transport waste elsewhere or establish a new landfill."
The organisation suggested other approaches, including product design and manufacture, with State and Federal governments needing to encourage product design and manufacture processes that reduce waste.
ANDERSON Parker is set to make his Paralympic debut just three years after a return to competitive wheelchair tennis
Andy first picked up a racquet with coach John Christopher on the Nelson Park courts right here in Forbes - now he's been named in Australia's three-man team for the Paris Games
He's set to contest the men's open classification singles and team up with six-time Paralympian Ben Weekes in the doubles
"It's been a long journey since living in Forbes when I was a kid," he said - and his story is one that shows his persistence and passion for his sport.
It all began with a visiting wheelchair sports roadshow, with wheelchair basketball demonstrations at Red Bend Catholic College.
But it was tennis where Andy found his real passion lay, and he trained here before the family moved to Sydney.
He rose through the junior ranks to sixth in the worldbut unfortunately missed his junior masters opportunity due to injury.
Then a change in classification saw Andy ineligible to compete in wheelchair tennis for eight years. When he learned the eligibility rules had changed
against in 2022, he didn't think twice about mounting a return to competitive tennis and the ITF World Tennis Tour
Andy had remained competitive in wheelchair bas-
AFTER nine years of early starts, late finishes, cleaning, pouring drinks and relationship counselling, Gooloogong Hotel publican Sarah Windus and her partner, Peter Charles, are calling "last drinks"
A "Gooly local", Sarah once worked as a barmaid at the pub before becoming the owner in 2015.
"It was my first pub and probably my last," laughed Sarah.
"Peter and I bought it nearly a decade ago from former owner Ron Hay and it has been quite a ride," she said.
"It's the kind of job you have to want to do and you have to be a people person, " Sarah said.
Despite the buzz of meeting travelers and bonding with locals, Sarah has conceded it is time to move onto a more quiet life
"I am looking to semi-retire for now as the farm will have long hours too," she said.
"But it will be a very different pace and we are looking forward to that!"
The Gooloogong Hotel is
ketball, so he began reaching out to the tennis community and after a few months reconnected with Ben Weekes - one of the players he'd looked up to as a junior
"It was a bit nervewracking hitting with him after many years, " Andy said.
"But he didn't mind and hitting up against someone at his level just gave me the skills to push against and force me to get better which was great."
And he has, returning to the professional circuit in 2023 and then in November winning the Australian Wheelchair Tennis National Championships in Melbourne
Andy faced Weekes in the final, which he pushed out to three sets and won. While he described the win as pretty unexpected, and Weekes was back in the winner's circle the next time they met, it marked a milestone
"It all clicked on that day," Andy said.
The two will team up in the doubles in Paris, and Andy believes theirs is a solid partnership
"I think we compliment
each other very well - it's a good match up," he said.
"He's better at his aggression through the court, taking those short ball opportunities, he's very skilled with drop shots and everything.
"I'm quite fast - getting to those deeper balls when they hit over him."
The two contested the Australian Open together earlier this year, but were unfortunate to meet the top-seeded Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid early in their campaign
Or you could see it as fortunate - Andy rates that as incredibly valuable experience
He hadn't thought he had returned to the level of consistency or results against those top players to be considered for Paris.
"Getting the opportunity to go to the Australian Open has given me the extra fire to go to the Paralympics," Andy said.
rooms, a function centre and live-in options all a part of the sale
"It is a great little community with a lot going for it and is central to Forbes, Young, Cowra and Orange," Sarah said.
"It is very friendly and any new owners would have so much fun running it like we did.
"We loved it but it is just time for us to move on now and try our hand at something else!"
Chef de Mission Kate McLoughlin welcomed the three players to the Australian Paralympic Team
"Wheelchair tennis has produced some of Australia's greatest Paralympic moments since it was introduced as a medal sport at the Barcelona Games in 1992," McLoughlin said.
"From David Hall's incredible gold medal at Sydney 2000 to Danni di Toro's amazing career and Dylan Alcott's successful gold medal defense at Tokyo 2020, Australia has a proud history in Paralympic wheelchair tennis
"Our three players for Paris have their chance now to add to that story and I know they will give everything they have to represent Australia to the best of their abilities at the famous Stade Roland-Garros."
Andy can't wait to take the court with his parents - John Parker and Nicole Jelbartsiblings and grandparents among those in the stands to cheer him on.
Andy's thrilled to be making his Paralympic debut and to have mentors in six-time Paralympian Weekes as well as three-time Paralympian Heath Davidson, who has won gold and silver in quad doubles with Dylan Alcott.
Martinus Rail plan to undertakesiteestablishmentand commence construction works at Lachlan RiverBridge, Forbes (Bathurst Street)from 26 August 2024
Structural modification works will take place on the bridgetoallowfor double stacked containers. Works will also include: Earthworks (clearing, grubbingand drainage works)
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Improvement to Lake Forbes paths and amenities have been funded
THE Eugowra pool, Eugowra Memorial Park, Forbes netball courts and Lake Forbes footpaths are among projects to share in $24 million in flood funding.
The funding is part of a $100 million State and Federal government package to be shared between Forbes and Cabonne, Lachlan and Parkes shires
Forbes is to receive $8 million, with $3.9m of that to upgrade amenities and park areas around Lake Forbes with more flood tolerant materials and methods
There's $2.8m to upgrade more Lake Forbes footpaths to concrete.
In Eugowra, $1m has been allocated to restoring the Memorial Park including a flood-resilient relocated playground and new park furniture.
A further $1m has been allocated to repair and reline the Eugowra pool shell and refurbish amenities
Eugowra Sportsground's lighting has been been funded $586,519 and refurbishing the old Eugowra preschool site $340,483.
More on this good news to come
THE Eugowra Wrap with Love group has completed beautiful rugs for distribution to those in need
Daphne Thompson and Mavis Cross exhibited the rugs in 'Michaels As Time Goes By' gift shop and the group thanks Kerrie for this generous gesture.
To the many people who stopped for a look and to offer to knit or crochet for us or sew up the rugs, we appreciate this very much
Viewers were so impressed with the quality of the work that we had many offers to purchase them!
The Eugowra Wrap with Love Group meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month in the Healing Hub, next to the Craft Shop
In the last seven years this wonderful charity group has donated 357 rugs, an astonishing 9,996 squares
This is an amazing effort from our small town, whose rugs are sent all over the
OUR monthly meeting is on September 6 at 10am at our Op Shop in Templar Street with a cup of tea to follow
Our furniture is on the move with new stock arriving each week
If you are looking for something different, come in and have a browse
Our opening hours are 9am to 3.30pm Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
At the moment we have a variety of wool, material and bric a brac available This variety is always changing.
Our Father's Day raffle is going to be drawn on August 28, 2024.
These tickets are only available in store.
The garden trolley and Ryobi 18v blower and accessories has kindly been donated by Bunnings
Tickets are $1 each
Our Christmas stocking is on display in our front window.
Tickets for this stocking are $1 each and only available in store, this will be drawn on December 11 at our bingo evening.
Our birthday book is open from August 21 with wishes extended to Marko's Mum, Johnny Camp, Sunshine Heidi, Specky One, Condo
Kid, Bucky, Barrow King, My pop's Pal, Billy Joel, Condo Pal's Mate, Marko's Fordy's Rene, Loretta Girl, Neville's Mum, Flo Capp
Happy birthday to you all!
Hope everyone is staying healthy.
'Til next time, Reenie
Forbes' Sunshine Club op shop raises funds to help the children from the bush who are in need of medical assistance with their accommodation and medical expenses at Drummond House in Manly. They can be found at 11/13 Templar Street Forbes
ON JULY 23 our Forbes Garden Club held their social meeting at the Forbes Men's shed with 34 in attendance
After the opening of the meeting by President Margaret, Elvy read a very well received poem "Planting your Spring Garden".
The Garden Club has been invited to a Friendship day by the Young Garden Club on October 13 and if you are wishing to go you should put your name down at the next meeting where perhaps a car pooling could be organised
Cost is $60 and should be a good day out as it is at Clifton Gardens and I believe they are very beautiful. The cost includes entry to the gardens
It was mentioned by our assistant secretary Therese that an invitation has been received from Hartley Garden Club who are showcasing an open garden and plant fair weekend on October 19 and 20.
Therese Davis, member and assistant secretary, was our guest speaker on the day and gave a very comprehensive report on becoming a teacher, rearing a family and living in circumstances which were a far cry from the standard of living today.
The trading table proved very popular with oranges, lemons, plants and books for sale
Our flower of the month was well patronised with first going to Joyce Morrison with an Orchid, 2nd Max Swift a pink camellia and 3rd to Marie Langfield with a rose
Congratulations
Our next meeting will be at 22 Koala Place on Tuesday August 27, 1.45 pm arrival for a 2pm start. Please bring a chair, hat and mug and also a flower to participate in flower of the month If inclement weather the venue will change to the Mens shed. Our guest speaker will be new member Marian Murray.
world, to those in need
We welcome new members at our knit/crochet together once a month and if you don't know how to knit or crochet, we will teach you!
Therese has a wide circle of friends having lived in a number of places before retiring in Forbes Therese is the daughter of well-known Forbes family, the Cannon family.
Please bring along any gardening tips
"Remember that children, marriages and flower gardens reflect the love they get".
- By Elvy Quirk
BY MARG APPLEBEE
BILL Tink is once again joining us at Homegrown Parkes on behalf of Netwaste
Bill has provided workshops at our last two events and this time is bringing a focus to next years Waste to Art theme of Toys!
As a society, we love our toys We can't wait to get one of the free goodies in packaging from Woolies, Coles or Big W.
I must admit that I am a bit over them but when I saw that Big W were giving away cards this weekend when I purchased a gift for my nephew (lego the gift that
keeps on giving), I did accept some to give to him
Unnecessary yes, but he might like them and he did!
I am one of those toy horders.
I always think that I can fix the broken plastic or stitch the ripped seam, but it doesn't always happen then, what are the options?
Most of the time, at least the plastic items will end up in the red bin.
Netwaste is encouraging consumers to put a bit more thought into purchases and asking for people to get creative with their Waste to Art projects next year and integrate some toy recycling in
their pieces I always learn something at the Netwaste workshop it doesn't matter what the
theme is
I am a committed recycler I do put that little bit of thought into it and reap
the rewards.
The Netwaste workshop is one of three workshops on the day, with another reveal next week that will get your tastebuds tingling!
We provide as many activities as possible free to the community at Homegrown Parkes because we don't want any barriers to learning.
There are pressures on our households and we want people to learn how they can be producing and processing at home to help cut some of these costs and of course, we want to share some cool, niche demonstrations as well.
It is our great pleasure to be
able to bring new workshops to the Homegrown event to provide opportunities for our community to learn about processes and concepts that allow 'non-experts' to give it a go at home
The Expression of Interest form for Stallholders is accessible via our social media or Homegrown Parkes page on the Central West Lachlan Landcare website under the 'Get Involved' tab. For further information on this article, please go to www. centralwestlachlanlandcare. org, twitter, facebook or Instagram @cwllandcare or contact Marg Applebee on 0418 611 053.
MONDAY'S cattle sale:
Yarding 1345 (dowm 785)
Quality was good with mostly feeder weights penned with good numbers of young cattle suitable for the trade
There was limited numbers of prime grown cattle, cows were well supplied.
Prime yearling steers sold 11c dearer, 310c to 382c, while yearling heifers to the trade held firm, 250c to 358c/ kg
Feeder steers gained 10c, 320c to 430c, and feeder heifers lifted 14c, 250c to 353c/ kg
Prime grown cattle fell 10c, heavy steers sold from 314c to 363c, and heavy heifers, 270c to 363c/kg.
Tuesday's sheep sale:
Yarding 45,000 (down 5280)
Slight decrease in lamb numbers, quality was good with big runs of trade and heavy lambs with plenty of condition
There were 6500 new season lambs, most were trade weights with a handful of heavy weights. Merinos were mixed in quality but sold to strong competition. Full field of buyers, market trend was stronger
New season lambs were $6 to $8 stronger with light trades selling from $170 to $197/head averaging 870c and the medium and heavy trade lambs $196 to $210/ head or 850c/kg on average. Heavy lambs reached $247/
head.
Old lambs lifted $6 to $12 with the trade weights 20 to 24kg selling from $172 to $200/head and averaged 825c to 840c/kg. Lambs 24 to 26kg mainly ranged from $207 to $226/head for the better covered 4 scores, heavy weights to 30kg sold from $214 to $255/head and averaged 840c/kg and extra heavy lambs topped at $300/ head.
Merino lambs were $10/ head stronger on the 3 and 4 score lambs with the trade weights selling from $147 to $205 and heavy weights reached $230/head.
Mutton numbers eased and the quality was very mixed
Prices were firm on the medium weights and lifted $5 to $8 on the light and heavy weights. Heavy crossbreds reached $153 and Merino ewes $152/head. Most sold from 360c to 420c/ kg cwt.
■ MLA'S National Livestock Reporting Agency Friday's pig sale (August 9)
Firm prices for boars, sows dropped 20c to 30c p/kg. Bacon were in short supply again with prices firm on the sale a month ago. A couple of pork yarded with more competition priced improved $40 to $50 per head. Suckers improved on all grades up to $40 to $50 per head.
■ VC Reid Smith Livestock
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A previous misunderstanding continues to taint the atmosphere to some extent during the early part of the week. But cooler heads prevail, and the situation eases by the week’s end
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) While the artistic aspect of the Divine Bovine is well-served this week your pract cal side is also getting the sort of recognition that could lead to a new and welldeserved opportunity
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) With home-related matters taking on more importance this week, now could be the time to make some long-deferred purchases. But shop carefully for the best quality at the best price.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Congratulations! While a family problem might still rankle, it should be easing thanks to your efforts to calm the waters. Also, a workplace situation seems to be moving in your favor
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LEO (July 23 to August 22) The Big Cat’s energy levels should be rather high these days, and you might do well to tackle any tasks that still need doing. This will clear the way for any upcoming projects.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Someone’s criticism might not be as negative as you perceive. Actually, it could be helpful. Discuss the matter with your critic, and you both could learn something valuable.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A business matter could cause some friction among your colleagues. But once again, that logical mind of yours comes to the rescue. And the sooner it does, the better!
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) There still might be some heated temper flare-ups out there. But your sensible self should advise you to stay out of these situations until things cool down and calm is restored.
(November 22 to December 21) Changing your mind could be the right thing to do if you can’t resolve your doubts. You might want to discuss the matter with someone whose advice you trust.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) The Sea Goat’s merrier side dominates this week, and this means that despite your usual busy schedule, you’ll be able to squeeze in parties and all sorts of fabulously fun times.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) An educational opportunity could offer a lead to something other than what you had planned. But keep an open mind, and before you decide to turn it down, check it out.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) The Piscean wit and wisdom you have helps you work through a situation that might have been accidentally, or even deliberately, obscured. What you unravel could prove to be very revealing.
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4 What is a sunshade also called (7)
8 Name a disciple and companion of the apostle Paul (7)
9 Who is a person that lives apart from society (7)
10 Name a cocktail largely of gin, with a little vermouth (7)
11 Where are operations performed (7)
12 What is a doctrine contrary to the orthodox doctrine of a church (6)
14 Name an alternative term for brogue (6)
18 Which small fireworks are used often at Christmas (7)
21 What are days of peace and tranquillity (7)
22 Name a pioneer of any great moral reform (7)
23 What are vicars also known as (7)
24 What are the upper houses of parliaments (7)
DOWN
1 What is an organ of storage and digestion (7)
2 Which board is used to file fingernails (5)
3 Name an informal term for trousers (7)
4 What is fool’s gold (6)
5 Name a renowned former Australian tennis player, Tony (5)
6 Which transport service usually runs at frequent intervals directly between two points (7)
7 Which lord is entitled to allegiance and service (5)
13 What was the name of the capital of the former Burma (7)
15 What is a cup for the wine of the eucharist (7)
Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells Create remaining values using clues in centre
16 To stain or sully, is to do what (7)
17 Name those who escort persons to seats in a theatre (6)
18 Which alloy consists essentially of copper and zinc (5)
19 What is a company of eight singers (5)
20 Name the easternmost point of the Australian mainland, Cape (5)
Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally Some letters are used more than once.
1 SPIGOT
(a) An ear of corn (b) A vent peg controlling a faucet (c) A fencing stake
2 TRIFFID
(a) An arcade over an aisle (b) A three-grooved tablet in the Doric frieze (c) A sci-fi mobile plant of malign intent
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:
Affirmative (3)
Digit (3)
Dog attack command (3)
Feline (3)
Latin: about (5)
Number (7)
Poisonous (5)
Repentant (5) Represent (7)
Upright (5)
Solve the crossword. Each answer has four letters.
GOLF
By Short Putt
The sunny conditions were made much brighter for one male golfer during Saturday's Individual Stableford competition, sponsored by MTA Travel.
Reggie Murray played the ultimate shot when he 'aced' the 18th hole to finish off his round.
That was an NTP which was hard to beat.
The competition field comprised 60 players.
The Div-1 winner was Reggie Murray who scored 41 points, aided by his 'Hole-in- One' which was a 4-pointer.
He did have a 'wipe' on the front-9, after a bit of tree trouble, but managed a 4-pointer on the 7th to go along with that on the 18th.
The Div-1 runner up was Todd Callaghan, who managed 39 points He scored on every hole and like Reggie, he did better on the back-9 than the front-9.
The Div-2 winner was Lachlan Alley with 43 points His game was a steady stream of 2- and 3-pointers, with a rare blemish on the 13 th hole and no startling results elsewhere.
The Div-2 runner-up was Archie Quirk, carding a very creditable 37 points.
He was pleased with his steady play, and thrilled with his par on the last that earned him 4-points
The ball sweep went to 33 points, going to: 37 - K Herbert; 36 - B Ashton; 35 - J Reid, M Simmonds; 34 - J Coulthurst, S Jarrett, S Thomas, A Paterson, J Dobell, P Dawson; 33 - M Inder, A Dukes, G Hooper, P Grayson, B Parker
The NTP's went to: 9thAnthony Alley; 18th - Reggie Murray
There were five 2's overall, but neither of the NTP winners got theirs.
The 3rd yielded four 2's, with one on the 9 th going to Jeff Haley.
The Pro Shop Super-Pin, held on the 9th hole, went to Anthony Alley. His shot to 177 cm was no 'gimme', and alas he did not convert.
Undoubtedly the story of the day was Reggie's Holein-One
He described his shot as a classic 6-iron that drew gently onto the pin, landed short and softly then ran up to and into the hole
He sat remarkably calmly in the Golfie, receiving congratulations from other golfers with modesty
With his style of play, this could be the first of many 'aces' for the senior junior. It may have been good luck or just plain skill, but one group demonstrated whatever it was with aplomb
Shane Sallaway was among a group of big hitters
When playing the 16th, every one of them sent their tee shots towards 'the big gum in the fairway'.
But Shane's shot was the
only one that sailed cleanly through and finished well down the fairway. Definite skill that one
There was no Stableford Medley on Sunday
Here is the News:
The 'Opens Season' is still with us
Two events coming up are: Peak Hill Open Aug 25, Bogan Gate Open Sep 8.
And don't forget to enter a team into the VW/PGA Scramble to be played on Sun 1 Sep.
There are some good putters as prizes for the winning group, and each player receives a sleeve of high quality Callaway balls
Contact H/Pro Will for details about nominations
And a further reminder
While it is a way off yet, the course staff are preparing the greens now to get them in tip top condition for October.
Thanks once again to the sponsors - Lachlan Commodities for the Champs and Pool Magic for the daily comp on each round.
In a new venture, Golf
NSW is partnering with 7Plus in the Inaugural World Mens Sand Green Championships, to be held at Binalong Community Club on Sep 28 and 29.
Entry is free to watch Professionals and Elite amateurs challenge the course See the printout on the Notice Board.
It is crystal ball time:
This Saturday, August 24, is the annual GNSW/KENO 2-Person Ambrose, sponsored by Gunn Golf
The field includes team combinations of either men, ladies or mixed players.
With a good field the winners for each combination are eligible to go forward to the regional finals, the details of which to be announced soon.
Sunday, August 25 has the Stableford Medley.
Dave Hall from Condobolin took his A grade game to Grenfell last Thursday returning home as the NSWVGA Medal winner for the Lachlan Valley Veterans Golf Association.
On a day where the challenging well grassed course was made even more so after overnight rain scores were not as good as usual with the winning score two shots over handicap 34 points
Wyalong), ladies Shirley Mawhinney (Grenfell).
Thursday proved a successful day for Condobolin tops in the Coles/Miller Shield winning with 102 points (three best scores) from Forbes 100, Grenfell 99, West Wyalong 91, Parkes 59. Twin Towns vets golf in Parkes on Thursday, noms from 9.30am for a 10am shot gun start.
From the BG scribe - With warmer weather and the smell of after play coffee has Tuesday social golf gaining momentum with 11 fronting up last week where new 'boy' on the block Bede Tooth surviving a count-back from Dave Rhodes scoring 24 points
Another four players on 23 points making it a rather congested finish
Players are looking forward to the return of fearless leader Geoff Drane after an extended absence
By The Birdie
Thank you McFeeters Motor Museum for your sponsorship for the 18 hole Stroke match which was played on August 14th Play was for the 6th Rd of Golf NSW Medal.
Division 1 winner was Heather Davidson carding 71 net
Division 2 winner was Debbie Tilley with a handicap smashing 66 net Ball sweep winners were Kate Steele Park, Robin Lyell and Linda Cowan.
Jennifer Fletcher was the only nearest to the pin in this match getting closest on the 9th.
about the Demo Equipment days for Titleist and Callaway.
Both brands will be available for trial on Wed 4 Sep.
Contact H/Pro Will if you want to try any of the new gear Steve B thinks the new Titleist drivers are beautiful. The time sheet for the 'Roylances Cup' scheduled for Sep 14 is filling up
This is a 3- person Ambrose, with many prizes on offer
There are quite a few individual spots among the field and a rare time slot for a team or two. The tee time sheet is available in the Pro Shop
Players should be preparing for the Club Championships, scheduled in October.
Thirty eight players represented clubs from across the LV association with medal score qualifiers from Forbes players. John Milton 33, Peter Barnes 30, Alf Davies 30, Jeff Haley 27, Ted Morgan 24 and Les Little 22.
Sole representative who qualified from Parkes Rob Staples was unfortunately unable to play
In the days event scores were slightly better with Barry Toms from Condobolin best in A grade with 35 points from Grenfell's Keith Cartman two shots in arrears.
Best score for the day went to B grade winner, the big hitting Adam Andrews from Forbes playing to his handicap for 36 points and two better then club mate John Milton.
Nearest the pins All grades Barry Toms (Condobolin), A grade Nil, B grade John Barrow (West
August 17 was the Steve Gaffney Building Sponsored 18 hole Stableford.
Some very low scores were carded until Division 1 winner Sally Crosby entered her score with 35 points Nice play Sally.
Division 2 winner was Rose Carroll with a very popular score of 29 needing a 3 way c/b Ball winner for this match was Jill Cripps Nearest to the pins were Rose Carroll on the 9th and Robin Lyell on the 18th Matches set down for play this week include on Saturday August 24 Golf NSW 2 person Ambrose Qualifying round, sponsored by Gunn Golf
Wednesday August 28 is Stableford with play in two divisions sponsored by Undercover. Shot Gun start and Cake Day.
Saturday 31 is the Cahill's Footwear sponsored 4BBB Medley.
BY FORBES SPORTS AND RECREATION CLUB LAWN BOWLS
Last Friday afternoon in cold and damp conditions one was finalised with the Bert Bayley skipped team of Mick Merritt, Ian Hodges ad Greg Gunn firing on all cylinders to win the Major Fours title 34-10 in 20 ends over Tony Bratton, Lindy Bokeyar, Bruce 'Poss' Jones for skip Cherie Vincent.
The Bayley four showed their experience in the big time leading 16-1 after seven ends and did not take their foot off the pedal, 23-5 after 12 then 29-8 after 16. Congratulations to both
teams featuring well know players along with those of the future.
All positive signs for the future of bowls here in Forbes
Due to the wet on Wednesday no bowls were contested however with clearing conditions on THURSDAY afternoon 26 players enjoyed a bit of sunshine on the green. Winners from Rink 5 were Mick Merritt and Tony Bratton (friends one day, opposition the next) with a hard fought 18-17 win in 22 ends over Billy Cowell and Paul Doust.
They finished best as it was 10-15 against them after 16.
Losing rink went to Phillip
MEMBERS are reminded that the by-monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday October 9 at Forbes Sport and Rec club starting at 7.30pm
The shoot for August 18 was canceled due to the range being too wet.
At our next shoot on September 1 two members will be presented with trophies for their perfect scores over the four ranges
On May 2 John Gorman (Grenfell) shot his perfect round with 25metres 22 target 250/250; 50metres Rabbit target 120/120; 75metres Deer target 120/120 and 100metres Bear target 120/120.
On July 21 Steve Hindmarch (Cowra) shot his perfect round, in reverse order starting with 100metres Bear target 120/120; 75metres Deer target 120/120; 50metres Fox target 120/120 and 25metres Fly target 250/250
The next S.S.A.A. sporting shooters .22 calibre and other rimfire rifle shoot (.22 magnum or.17HMR) Sunday shoot will be on Sunday September 1 starting at 10am
The first Wednesday shoot for the month will be on September 4 at 2pm
The Centre-fire rifle shoots start at 2pm after the rim-fire shoots on Sunday, names in by 1.30pm so the targets can be placed on the Centre-fire range just after 1.30pm All shoots are at the Bedgerebong road range, turn right onto Dr Young Drive.
All target shooters are welcome to attend. Anyone wishing to try target shooting can contact the club (juniors must be 12 years)
For all information on .22 calibre rimfire shooting contact: Wayne Facey 0414524059; Norm Brook 0458664541.
The next shoot for the Forbes S.S.A.A. sporting clays will be their monthly shoot on September 8. This will be a 100 target five stand shoot starting at 10am
For all information on clay target shooting contact: Norm Brook; Tony Bratton (02) 68523349; Ben Smith 0427524151.
Any person wishing to obtain a long arm firearm licence can contact Wayne Facey, Norm Brook or Tony Bratton to do a firearm safe shooting assessment course
– TONY BRATTON
Hocking and Al Phillips going down 13-27 in 20 playing Angie Dwyer ad Poss Jones. What a start, 20-0 after 10 with the white flag looking likely. P and A did win the last three ends 9-0 which
assures them back this week Clint Hurford and Cherie Vincent formed a winning combination with a 30-18 scoreline in 20 over Ron Thurlow and Scott McKellar. Only just in front 12-11 af-
ter 11.
Dale Scott and Viv Russell also had a challenge in 22 ends prior to winning 24-18 over Ian Hodges and Laurie Crouch
Behind 5-9 after eight, 1113 after 11 hitting the front 17-14 after 16. Five on the last sealed the win.
Jason Howell and Lyall Strudwick had few problems late disposing of Allan Hilder and Denny Byrnes 37-14 in 22.
Again it was the finished which counted, 12-10 at half time prior to 15-0 in the last five ends The jackpot stood at $445.
Due to the carnival only two games on SUNDAY morning with Angie Dwyer
"A VERY successful weekend with bowlers from all over for the $6000 we had on offer," was how president of the Forbes Sports and Recreation Club, Peter Mackay summed up the Ben Hall Pairs Carnival last weekend.
"We had compliments from all over, to the greens and hospitality within the club, something we are well noted for at the 'Bowlie'.
"My thanks to everyone who helped from volunteers to staff and sponsors, without them no carnival and continued success for the club," he added.
Play in the 3-bowl Open Pairs consisted of three games on Saturday followed by one game on Sunday.
While players attended from Sydney and the ACT it was a local district pairing which
took home the 'rich end of the cash' after Dan Tisdell and Andrew Armstrong from Grenfell finished with four wins, +48.
Second were Jason Rath and David Howell from Queanbeyan four wins +40, 3rd Di Wilson and Greg Gudmanson (Leeton)
3.5 wins +18, 4th Tony Dukes and Robert 'Pooch' Dukes (Yass/Forbes) three wins +35, 5th Robert 'Bert' Bayley and Christian West (Forbes) three wins +35, 6th Peter Harry and Michael Clarke (Merrylands) three wins +30.
While offering his thanks and congratulations to all who played last weekend he added all eyes will now be on major club events currently drawn up for play.
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and Al Phillip showing how it is done winning 20-4 in the scheduled 16 ends over Max Vincent and Michael Coles They looked good at 7-2 before drinks.
Next door Geoff Coles and John Cutler battled hard before winning 13-11 over Lisa Roseberg and Cherie Vincent. 3-all after five, 7-all after 11 with the 'boys' scraping home with both scored three shots on the last three ends
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Wednesday evening
Wednesday August 7 team results: Coombs lost to Wrights 13 points to 22, The C Jones lost to Benticks 9 to 19, Roaches beat the RJones 16 to 12.
Results for Wednesday August 14:
Court 1: Roaches beat Benticks 21 to 14 Nathan v Michelle 6-1, Greg Ridge v Chris Cogswell 3-4, Kim Chudleigh v Adam Jones 1-6, Lucas Jones v Noah Bentick 6-1, Robey McMillan v Adam Cuskelly 5-2.
Court 2: The RJones beat Wrights 15 to 6. Marc Hardy v Brad Hardy 5-2, Lindy Cowhan put daughter Lucy through the paces and managed to win the fifth set too.Nate Markwort v Sam Webb 6-1.
Court 3: The CJones lost to Coombs 12 to 15. Sub B Hardy v Will Markwort 4-3, Matt Wright v Nikki Doyle forfeit to Nikki, Beth Cannon v Hunter Bilsborough 2-5 and Charlie Newton v Grace Chudleigh 6-1.
At this stage Roaches lead, RJones are next, Coombs are third, Wrights fourth, Benticks fifth and CJones last
Thursday evening
Court 1: Millers beat Hornerys 23 points to 19 Lockie v Sam 6-1, Austen Brown v Brendon Allegri 1-6, Pete Cowhan v Dave Brinckley 2-5, sub S Mackay v Adam Chudleigh 2-5, Claire Bayley v Tony Trotter 6-1 and Deb Bryant v hubby Ken 6-1.
Court 2: Pipers beat Jones 26 to 16. Darryn v Max 6-1, Wayne Bilsborough v Dan Bayley 3-4, sub C McQuie v Lockie Jones 5-2, Mark Webb v Scott Webb 4-3, Tim Coombs and Alex Bayley covered the court well for five long sets but Tim won the win 15-12. Sam Mackay v Will Markwort 4-3.
Court 3: Dawes lost to Doyles 24 to 25. Oli v Alex 6-1, Jono Cannon v Jake Shaw 1-6, Lawry Brayne v Riley Jones 1-6, Max Ridley v sub Al Carlisle 6-1, Brett Thomas v John Ridley 3-4, Al Carlisle v Greg Ridge 6-1 and Ben Brace v T J Markwort 1-6.
AFTER a massive Woodbridge Cup season, it's Canowindra Tigers and Manildra Rhinos who are scheduled to meet in the grand final this weekend.
Manildra has won back-to-back premierships, while Canowindra is hungry for its first title in more than 20 years.
In an exciting semi-finals weekend, Canowindra booked their grand final spot with a win over Cowra Magpies at Tom Clyburn Oval on Sunday, off the back of a five star performance from centre Zac Hunt who crossed for three tries
Discipline, which has cost the Magpies dearly in recent weeks, again proved a problem for the Cowra side who at one stage trailed 8-2 in the penalty count and had Stevie Ingram sent from the field in the second half.
The Tigers had problems of their own with discipline at some stages with second rower Deegy Mariner spending two stints in the sin bin. But it was Cowra's discipline that would prove more costly.
Manildra Rhinos hosted Trundle Boomers and ran out 26-18 on the weekend for their chance at a third title
The two teams went into the half-time break locked at six-all, but Manildra came out in in the second half and rattled off four straight tries
The Boomers didn't go away, running in two late tries to cut the deficit to eight.
Despite the loss, Trundle coach Adam Hall told Australian Community Media that he couldn't have been prouder of a group he described as the "walking wounded"
"It's hard to be frustrated when we've had a lot of injuries the last six weeks," he said.
Trundle eliminated Eugowra Golden Eagles just one round earlier after scores were locked at full time
Sunday August 25
This year Peak Hill will host the day's festivities, kicking off with the Youth League at 10.45am.
The League Tag game between Canowindra and Manildra is expected to be as close as it gets, both teams having lost only one game this year Kick Off 12:30 First Grade kicks off at 2.30pm and Woodbridge Cup organisers believe there will be plenty of feeling in the decider
IS THIS the year of the Platypi?
Forbes has put a stop to Orange City's late charge towards Blowes Clothing Cup glory in the 2024 campaign
The Platypi First XV dominated the majority of Sunday's contest at Grinsted Oval in the opening round of the competition's finals series
City closed the gap to 23-17 with two tries in injury time, but Forbes' early work paid off and the Platypi progress to the next round.
Assistant coach Andrew Hubbard was delighted with the win, acknowledging his side's confidence hadn't been high after City had secured wins against competition heavyweights Bathurst Bulldogs and Orange Emus in their run to the finals
But the hosts started strong in Sunday's minor semi-final, consistently scoring points and establishing a 20-5 lead as the clock wound down
The Platypi "took the foot off" at the end, and lost Matt Coles with a yellow card, but the work had been done and it paid off
"It was a good defensive effort from the
■ Bathurst Bulldogs v Forbes Platypi
■ 3.15pm Saturday, August 24 at Bathurst
guys," Hubbard said.
"(It's) Fantastic because our confidence wasn't great - even though we got a good win against Dubbo."
Grinsted Oval got muddy in the middle after rain late in the week, but the majority of the field held up well.
Hubbard credited City with using it to their advantage
"They kicked into it trying to get out of trouble, and they caught us out with some dropped balls," he said.
Hubbard paid tribute to City for an "incredible" back end to the season, last time Forbes travelled to City the Lions dominated 61-12 in terrible weather conditions
"I've got no doubt if they won today they could have gone all the way," Hubbard said.
But it's also a sign the Platypi, who are under the leadership this year of inspiring coach Mahe Fangupo as well as the experi-
enced Hubbard and mentor Phil Prior, are finding their feet
"We're really ramping it up into the semis," Hubbard said, highlighting some of this week's outstanding efforts
"Matt Coles and Frazer Duff got their head through the line every time they ran a ball.
"Charlie French is dominant in that scrum. Freddy Tupou and - when he got the ball - Soro Bainavalu, he was pretty dangerous out there as well."
The Platypi will travel to Bathurst for the preliminary final and take on competition leaders Bathurst Bulldogs, who'll be looking to make good on a 0-7 loss to Orange Emus in the major semi-final.
While the Bulldogs finished the regular season with 13 wins to Forbes' eight, the Platypi did hand them a 28-26 defeat in Round 12.
Hubbard and the team are taking it one week at a time
"We'll be excited to have Tikoko Noke back next week, we'll try to work him in," he said. "Hopefully we can give Bulldogs a run for their money and then do the same against Emus."
ON SATURDAY August 17
Aussie croquet was played with only a small number of 26 in attendance
I think perhaps it was due to other events on including the Bedgerebong show (the best little show in the west). However all those attending enjoyed the morning with the rain holding off although quite cold.
Although three games are played each day I must make mention of the people who won two games and they were John Allegri, Frank Donohoe, John Farah, John Job, May Jones, Colleen Lieb-
ich, Elvy Quirk, Kevin Rubie, Lyn Simmonds, Neville Spry, Harley Stewart and Peter West Of course winning games is not what our Croquet Club is about it's also the social atmosphere. Close game of 14/13 won by John Farah & John Job.
14/12 scores recorded by Colleen Liebich & Frank Donohoe, Frank Donohoe & Marie Spry, Neville Spry (Solo) Enid Baker & Harley Stewart, Bruce Field & Peter West 14/11 scores Neville Spry & Joan Littlejohn, John Farah & Russell Anderson, Lyn Sim-
monds & Allan Jones, May Jones & John Allegri, Marie Spry & Vince Roberts, Allan Jones & Lyn Simmonds
14/10 scores recorded by Elvy Quirk & Harley Stewart, Allan Jones (solo) Kevin Rubie & Marie Spry, Robin Pols & Fay Picker, Kevin Rubie & May Jones, Colleen Liebich & Peter West, Elvy Quirk & Barry White.
Our bi-monthly luncheon will be held at Isabels Place on Tuesday September 3, please put your name and the choice of your meal down as soon as possible We also have a birthday cake
to celebrate birthdays for that month
Croquet is played on Tuesday and Saturday with 9.15 am arrival to get your name in for a 9.30am start. Only costs $5 to play (which includes morning tea) and $20 to become a member of the Club Junior members are catered for as well.
Anyone wishing to try a game come down on a Tuesday and you will be placed with an experienced player Croquet is a gentle form of exercise and is great for hand and eye co-ordination.
Croquet lawns were es-
tablished in their present site May 2012. We now have almost 70 members
On Tuesday August 21 Golf Croquet was played where 35 enthusiastic players joined in for a game
We made welcome a new player Kevin Wenning.
Runaway scores were recorded by John Cole & Robin Pols, John Farah (Solo) with a score of 11/2 10/3 scores recorded by Fay Picker & Mal Smith, Enid Baker & Noel Jolliffe, Lyall Strudwick & Fay Picker, Shirley Chamberlain & Noel Jolliffe.
Other scores of 9/4 and 8/5 recorded with 7/6 scores recorded by Kevin Rubie & Shirley Chamberlain, John Farah & Kevin Wenning, Neville Spry & Geoff Coles, Russell Anderson & Mal Smith, May Jones & Bruce Field, Kevin Rubie & Sue Jolliffe, Neville Spry & John Cole, Elvy Quirk & Kevin Rubie
All three games were won by Russell Anderson, John Farah, Noel Jolliffe, May Jones, Kevin Rubie & Rex Toole.
Best wishes to members who are on the sick list. - By Elvy
Quirk
RUGBY LEAGUE
FOUR wins in a row.
We've waited through the Peter McDonald Premiership season for this and now we're starting to see the Forbes Magpies 2024 first grade side's true colours.
The Magpies overcame Orange CYMS in what looked like an arm wrestle early in the opening round of the competition's finals at Spooner Oval on Saturday
"We're starting to get that little bit of belief about us, starting to play the footy that we can play," coach Cameron Greenhalgh said. Defence, which is what Forbes has been successful with in previous years, was again a highlight.
"That's where we get our enthusiasm, off the back of our defence," Greenhalgh said.
"It gives us a buzz and then we can play some good attacking footy because we've got some really good players in the side who can really light up a game."
The teams went try for try in the first half, CYMS first to cross the line with Forbes responding to see the score 4-4 20 minutes into the match.
CYMS made it 10 but Forbes had the upper hand by half time - five eight Jack Smith slicing through to score under the posts to extend the hosts' lead to 18-10.
"I thought we got beaten to the jump, they were winning the field position and dominating us for a while," captain Nick Greenhalgh said.
But his side used it
"We are really fit and we back our defence," Greenhalgh said.
"I thought our defence was pretty brutal on the weekend and it took a toll on Orange CYMS at the end there."
After a disrupted season with unavailability Magpies are pleased to have their squad fit and healthy at this stage - and in fine spirits too, Greenhalgh said.
"It's some of the young boys' first grade semi-final win so the boys were really excited and we earned it as well," the captain said.
"We know those performances have been coming all year, it's just been putting them into games and I'm glad that it's come off in a big game. "
It marks a run of home ground wins and sets Forbes up for a semi-final against Dubbo CYMS on Apex Oval - the site of three previous grand final clashes between these two sides
"We made it tough for ourselves this finals series with the way we performed through the year," Greenhalgh acknowledged.
"It's been and up and down sort of year, it's been a little bit frustrating at time, it's good to know we've got those performances in us
"We seem to be clicking at the right time - four on the trot now so hopefully we can make it five
"We knew we'd have to win the big games to get to the big one so this is another
stepping stone."
Heading into training this week, the side is preparing to lift again against a Dubbo CYMS side smarting from a loss against Parkes Spacemen in their quarter final.
Parkes winger Malakai Folau ran in four tries Spacies in their 32-12 win against Dubbo CYMS at Apex Oval.
"You expect a tough match when you come up against CYMS but knowing they've had that performance on the weekend you expect them to
come out firing and it's going to take an 80 minute performance," Greenhalgh said.
He knows his side's got the energy and positivity required
"I wouldn't change any of our boys for any other player in the competition," Greenhalgh said.
This weekend
Forbes take on Dubbo CYMS at Apex Oval on August 26 The winner takes on Mudgee in the grand final
qualifier
Forbes' reserve grade and under 18s sides will also be in action at Dubbo against Macquarie and Parkes respectively.
The other semi-final is another enticing clash as Bathurst St Pat's will host Wellington at Jack Arrow Oval also on August 26.
Parkes's first grade side has the week off before hosting the winner in the other grand final qualifier on either August 31 or September 1.
FORBES Foxes have secured the Lachlan Amateur Soccer Association minor premiership and they've got their sights set firmly on the finals as the regular season wraps up
Finishing runners up in 2023 has seen the side inspired for this year's campaign, team manager David Hodge said, and it's all coming together.
The players that took the Foxes to the grand final last year have returned, still under the leadership of Jack Janetzki, bolstered by some returning players from earlier years including goal keeper Ash Milford.
"The team's grown a lot, and we're a lot hungrier," Hodge said.
They've gained momen-
tum and confidence from the season's wins - as well as building the team camaraderie.
"We're training hard - we're a lot better side this year," Hodge said. "Our team's getting stronger and stronger."
Foxes have dominated the competition so far, notching up 10 wins with two draws and just two losses - one of those just 1-0 last Sunday
The competition's final round is on this Sunday, with Foxes on the road to Parkes to take on the Wanderers at 11am
Forbes has already secured hosting rights for the major semi-final on September 1, and it's understood to be the first time we've a men's senior semi-final here since 2015.
Just who they'll face in that game will be determined
from this weekend's final round.
The Wanderers, and fellow Parkes team the Renegades, are expected to be the Foxes' keenest challengers for the premiership but there's not much in it - at least as far as the ladder goes.
"There's only a handful of points between second and fifth on the ladder," Hodge said, the Wanderers in third. The winner of the major semi-final gets to host the grand final on September 15 and Forbes isn't shy about the fact they're eyeing that prize.
Going down in such a close contest in last year's grand final has fired them up
"We want to get back to that spot, but we want to win it, we want to bring it back home to Forbes," Hodge said.
BY MADELINE BLACKSTOCK
LOCALS have claimed
Australian titles on their home track after Forbes Auto Sports Club hosted the Australian Junior Dirt Track Titles over two big days
There were 16 local riders amongst a field of 116 who made the trip to Forbes to compete, some travelling from as far as far north Queensland to compete across 13 different classes.
Forbes Auto Sports Club
President Jake Redfern said the meeting was highly successful.
"Overall it was a great meeting with plenty of people out there, great weather and great racing on display," he said.
Local riders have won three first place finishes, five second place finishes and one third place finish
Mason Redfern came away with an Aussie title in the 110cc 4 stroke 7-12 years support class, Sam Drane won the 100cc to 150cc 2 stroke 13-16 years championship and Lockie Duggan won the 85cc 4 stroke modified class.
Second place finishes also went to Sam in the 200cc to 250cc 4 stroke 13-16 years, and Lockie in the 85cc 2 stroke and 150cc 4 stroke 913 years.
Local riders who were also
lucky enough to claim second place were Taylah Duggan in the 85cc 2 stroke and 150cc 4 stroke 11-16 years class, Holly Hope-Hodgetts in the 100cc to 150cc 2 stroke and 200cc to 250cc 4 stroke 13-16 years class and Mason Wild in the 65cc 2 stroke 7-9 years class.
Riley Stephenson claimed a third place finish in the 110cc 4 stroke 7-12 yearssupport class.
Other local riders who competed on the weekend included Reggie Anderson, Porter Collits, Hayden, Lenny and Roy Duggan, Hugh Hope-Hodgetts, Harry Redfern, Jock Stibbard and Reed Wild.
Jake said holding the Australian Junior Dirt Track Championship in Forbes allows future committees to do the same in the future.
"It's good financially and it's good for the club being able to pull a meeting like that off, if any of the future committees wanted to take on any events like that they would have the opportunity to now that we've done that and it's great for the local riders in this region," he said.
"We had a lot of good sponsors on board, local businesses got behind us which was great and we had a great team of volunteers who put a lot of effort into making the event happen."
