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FIRST CLASS CANOLA CUP
Elizabeth Paterson from Griffith was sashed as this year’s Canola Queen making it her third year in a row to take out the title.
By RENEE POWELL
A team of central west pilots have raised more than $42,000 towards a million-dollar effort for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Forbes’ flying pharmacist Jack Buckley, with farmer Brad Shephard and Grenfell farmer John Johnson, completed the 13-day Outback Air Race from Uluru to Canarvon.
Team 3GenPharmers spent spent 47 hours in the air, covering
9500km, to be part of the 3500km challenge.
One of the highlights for Shephard, also known as the Farmer From Down Under on his social media platforms, was meeting a Royal Flying Doctor Service team at work in Port Hedland.
“We stopped in to get fuel, the RFDS was over there and they invited us in for coffee,” he said.
Speaking with doctors and nurses about their work, the team posed for photos with the RFDS plane and
were soon all back in the air – but it brought home the importance of the effort they’d been involved in.
The Outback Air Race takes to the skies every three years, challenging teams of pilots and their passengers to fly over some of Australia’s most geographically challenging and stunning landscapes whilst raising critical funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
The challenge started at Uluru, competitors visiting Alice Springs, Daly Waters, Tennant Creek and as
they headed to the remote north west of the continent and the top end to the finish line in Canarvon, WA.
It’s not as much about speed as it is accuracy: teams needing to fly over a target and ranked on being closest to their nominated time for each leg of the race.
From those initial views flying out over Uluru and Kata Tjuta across the ever-changing landscapes, the views were amazing, Mr Shephard said.
Grenfell’s John Johnson de-
scribed the challenge as “an absolutely wonderful experience”.
“We met a lot of great people and saw a lot of Australia from the air,” he said.
“The west coast of Australia is just beautiful – some of those blue waters, the white sands and then the red of the desert.”
The only disappointment a lot of smoke over the Kimberley, which he’d driven through and hoped to see from the air.
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By MAYOR PHYLLIS MILLER OAM
I’m delighted to invite everyone to join us for the second annual Meet the Makers, happening at the Forbes Visitor Information Centre on Sunday 12 October from 10am unitl 2pm.
This event is a wonderful celebration of local talent and regional produce, giving you the chance to go behind the scenes, discover the homegrown delights, and chat with our passionate producers. There will be free samples, food tastings and giveaways, showcasing the best of what our local area has to offer.
I encourage everyone, locals and visitors, to come along, meet the makers, and enjoy a taste of our region.
Here in Forbes, we love nothing more than great food, good company, and a dash of healthy competition.
The National BBQ Championships Forbes is returning to Grinsted Oval on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 October 2025 for two sizzling days of competition, entertainment and fun.
For the first time, the Grilling Prize Pool has been split into two exciting categories: Local Legends Grilling for our homegrown talent, and General Grilling open to all BBQ enthusiasts.
This change creates even more chances for competitors to claim a share of the prize pool. Whether you’re a seasoned pitmaster or a backyard barbeque legend, there’s a chance you could be crowned this year’s BBQ champion. Head to Council’s website to sign up.
Our community is filled with people who go above and beyond, whether through volunteering, leadership, or offering a helping hand when it’s needed most.
The Forbes Shire Australia Day Awards are a wonderful way to acknowledge and thank these remarkable individuals.
Nominations are now open for the Forbes Shire Citizen of the Year, Senior Citizen of the Year, and Young Citizen of the Year. Forms can be downloaded via Council’s website. Nominations close Friday 16 January 2026.
Winners will be announced at the 2026 Australia Day celebrations in Forbes. It’s a simple way to say thank you and celebrate their incredible contribution to our community.
After taking last year off, a variety of cars, trucks and motorbikes have roared into town for the 2025 Forbes Motor Show.
South Circle Oval hosted more than 100 cars and motorbikes, trucks and tractors, vintage machinery and boats on Sunday, October 5, under favourable weather conditions.
A decent crowd through the gate were able to check out the variety of motor vehicles on display and chat with their owners, as well as cast their vote for the people’s choice awards - among the 30 trophies up for grabs at the show.
Proceeds from the day will go to Angel Flight and local causes.
At the time of print, these were still being tallied.
More to come on the award winners and how much the day raised for worthy causes.
Saturday, 11 October
Forbes Spring Races is on and it’s going to be another great day trackside. There’ll be six thrilling races, fashions on the field, free jumping castle and face painting for the kids. There will be a bar, TAB and canteen on course on the day. Get your exclusive VIP Spring Fling tickets online through 123tix.com.au or general admission tickets at the gate on the day.
Saturday, 11 October
The Rotary Club of Forbes Ipomoea markets return but to a temporary new venue. From 8am to midday Saturday you’ll find your favourite stalls at Rotary Park - near Camp Street bridge on the corner of Hill and Bridge streets, during the Lions Park works. Markets will be located between the water park and the bridge, a lake side setting with plenty of shade and toilets. Phone 0427 201 445 to book a stall.
Sunday, 12 October
Join Forbes Visitor Information Centre for the second annual Meet the Makers event: go behind the scenes and enjoy a taste of locally-sourced delights, straight from the producers. it’s on from 10am to 1pm.
Friday, 17 October
Come one, come all to the Bedgerabong community trivia night. It’s on from 7.30pm at the Bedgerabong Hall. $10 per person entry, cash at the door. There’ll be fun, games and prizes for the best decorated table / team costumes. Indicate your interest through the facebook event, 2025 Bedgerabong Community Trivia Night at The Hall, so that they can ensure there are enough tables and chairs.
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18 to 19 October
Foer the first time in several years, Phil and Denise Thurston will be opening their garden at their property of ‘Lacou’ to the public. Located at 10759, The Escort Way, roughly ten km from Forbes, the property boasts a large country garden with a variety of plants on display. Since the doors were last open to the public, a new feature has been added with the installation of a building housing a range of succulents and cacti. The garden is open from 9am to 5pm each day, with entry costing $5. The entry fees will go to the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Centre. There will be plants for sale on the day.
Saturday, 11 October
Homegrown Parkes is an opportunity for local and regional businesses who are processing, repurposing, sewing, propagating or producing fabulous local products to share their skill and products with the community. Markets, music, performances and demonstrations in Cooke Park - it’s all homegrown in Parkes and it’s a great family day out.
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Friday, 17 October
Forbes Pre School is getting creative to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities, with their very own art show. Pre school children will have their art on display, with families to have an opportunity to see the show with their children during the day. Local artists will also have work on show during the evening, with an auction to raise funds for the cause.
Doors are open 6pm with the exhibition open through to 9pm. There will be drinks, canapes and live music by Grace Neilsen. Tickets are $50, book online through www.eventbrite.com.au
Friday, 17 October
Trundle will be turning pink this October. To celebrate their 10th anniversary Trundle Pink Night will be holding their biggest and boldest Pink Night yet! Join them for a night of fun, flair and fundraising. There will be prizes, raffles and auction on the night that you will not want to miss. Entry is free from 5pm at the Trundle Golf Club and make sure to dress in pink.
With the Trundle ABBA Festival unable to go ahead this year because Parkes Shire Council cannot continue to fund it in its current form, Trundle locals have banded together to bring a new event. Save the date for All Roads Lead to Trundle, a weekend full of fun. It includes the famous Pink Ribbon Night on the Friday, a fundraising golf afternoon and music all day and night over the weekend.
18 and 19 October
Join us for two days of competition - grilling, followed by low and slow smoking. It’s all happening at Grinsted Oval across Saturday and Sunday, 18 and 19 October. There’s a bar, live music, food trucks, cooking demonstrations, celebrity chef and barbecue stalls. There are major cash prizes for competitors, and you could become a national barbecue champion. Register your team online, or put your hand up to be a judge, through the Forbes Shire Council website: www.forbes.nsw.gov.au
TEDDY BEARS PICNIC
Saturday, 1 November
The annual Teddy Bears Picnic returns from 10am to 1pm on Saturday 1 November. This year this family favourite event will be at Frogs Hollow.
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Team 3GenPharm ers accounted well for themselves, Mr Johnson said – fifth in the fundraising and ninth in overall race standings.
“Of those eight, seven have done the race before … so overall I think we went pretty well,” he said.
They met a lot of good people and got to spend time in some great communities, he added, it’s hard to pick a highlight because the whole trip itself was an experience.
“Having 39 planes arrive at a location was quite incredible,” he said. “Some of the places we went to it was really great.”
Some communities waived landing fees for the fundrais-
even put on welcome receptions, drinks and food.
But the mood in the camp was most certainly at a high when –on the final day of racing – they received news that overall funding had reached $1 million, the highest for the challenge in its history.
All funds raised support the RFDS nationally to continue providing emergency aero-
Detectives have been conducting investigations into the alleged supply of drugs in the area over the last 11 months and it’s led to the arrest of a woman in Forbes.
Rural crime investigators and criminal investigators from Central West Police District established Strike Force Goovigen last year in December to investigate drug, firearms and property offences in Parkes, Forbes and Condobolin.
Strike Force Goovigen detectives executed a search warrant at a home in Forbes where a 29-year-old woman was arrested, NSW Police said in a statement issued to media last Wednesday afternoon.
During the search of the woman and the house, officers allegedly found and seized replica firearms, ammunition, a slingshot and methylamphetamine.
She was taken to Parkes Police Station where she was charged with recklessly deal with proceeds of crime and six counts of supply prohibited drug.
medical and primary health care services to people who live, work or travel in rural and remote Australia.
Stuart Payne, race manager, said every aircraft, crew and supporter was part of this year’s
Chris Roylance has been returned as Deputy Mayor for another year, uncontested.
Forbes Shire councillors have the opportunity to elect a deputy mayor every 12 months and the role came up for reelected at the September council meeting.
One completed nomination form had been submitted before the meeting, acting general manager Richard
Jane informed councillors. He then called for other nominations from the floor, with none put forward.
Cr Roylance was declared elected to the role, and thanked his colleagues.
Our current council - with eight of the councillors from the previous term continuing - is now one year into their four-year term. The mayor is elected by fellow councillors, with that election held each year.
success.
“The Outback Air Race is about more than flying. It’s about connection, generosity, and keeping the spirit of the outback alive for the communities
She was refused bail and appeared before Bail Division Court 4 last Thursday.
Investigations under Strike Force Goovigen continue.
The new BP service centre on the Parkes Bypass is open and it will be accompanied by a McDonald’s restaurant soon.
The former 24 hour BP Truckstop on the Forbes Road (former highway) has since closed permanently after serving locals, visitors and travellers for more than 30 years.
Its official name is the BP Parkes Gateway at 23-53 Westlime Road, named for its location at the Parkes SAP’s northern gateway that will connect the precinct with the Parkes town centre and Newell Highway.
The service centre features a truck drivers lounge with showers, laundry and diner, and 26 heavy vehicle parking spaces.
McDonald’s were the first to be offered the space and licensee of the already established Parkes CBD and Forbes restaurants Jenny McLeod said it was an opportunity far too great to pass up.
“With the bypass, the SAP and logistics hub surrounding it, there’s going to be phenomenal growth out there,” she said.
The new restaurant will bring 65 local jobs, of which 25 new staff have already been hired in the last few months.
“This location will appeal to the travellers and the truckies - there’s no room for that at Parkes or Forbes,” Jenny said.
By RENEE POWELL
This year marks 148 years since William and Harriet Hodges, with their 12 children, made the long journey in two covered wagonettes from Wyagdon near Bathurst to make their home at Grudgery near Bedgerabong.
Now a book celebrates their legacy, and descendants gathered from near and far back in the rural community to mark both its printing and the milestone.
Heather Latham is a granddaughter of Norman and Esther Hodges of Clear View, Bedgerabong, and she has been on a five-year journey to bring together and tell the stories of this incredible family.
On a Bend in the Lachlan, copies of which can be found at Forbes Family History Group and Forbes Library, is the result.
At the combined reunion and book launch at the Bedgerabong Hall on 20 September this year, Heather ac-
knowledged and thanked the many family members who have been keepers of family history and photographs, sharing their stories to bring the book to life.
“It’s really wonderful today to be here to celebrate the happy memories of that big family,” Heather said.
The result is 455 pages - some 88,000 words plus many photographs - that tell their story.
The early chapters of the book trace the steps of their ancestors
who came to Australia from England and Ireland in the early and mid-nineteenth century, eventually making their way to Grudgery and Cadow before finally settling in Bedgerabong.
The focus of the book moves to Clear View, the home of Norman and Esther Hodges and their family of eight.
The book shares their experiences living on the farm in the village of Bedgerabong during the First
and Second World War and the great depression.
From designing the racetrack to patrolling levy banks in flooding, their stories highlight their love of life on the land, their beloved Bedgerabong and their involvement in their community, sport, horse racing and music - many of which continue to this day.
Heather has donated copies of the book to Forbes Family History Group and Forbes Library.
By MADELINE BLACKSTOCK
There isn’t a Trundle ABBA Festival this year but local busi nesses and community groups have stepped up to ensure there’s still a reason to visit the town this October.
From 17 to 19 October, Trundle will come alive with All Roads Lead to Trundle, a weekend packed with music, markets, fun draising and country hospitality.
The idea was sparked by Kate Procopis, owner of the Trundle Hotel who saw an opportunity to bring the town together and keep the spirit of celebration alive.
“ABBA is a large income producer for the town,” Kate said.
“It started off with me just wanting to raise some funds to help keep the pub open for the next 12 months.”
With the 10th annual Trundle Pink Night already scheduled for the Friday, Kate saw a chance to build on the momentum.
“Pink Night always draws a great crowd so I thought, while
people are here, let’s give them more to do.”
Soon after, she learned that the Trundle Children’s Centre was planning a golf day fundraiser to raise money for a new daycare facility.
“That’s when I realised we all needed to work together, not compete for people’s attention,”
Kate said.
“We got together for a discussion and by the end of the conversation, we decided to build on the
whole concept and get as many people to town as possible.”
The cancellation of the ABBA Festival, after the announcement that Parkes Shire Council could no longer provide funding, it was a blow to the town’s morale.
“Everyone was really disappointed,” Kate said.
“Events like ABBA, Bush Tucker Day and the Tractor Pull bring people to the town, and that’s what keeps places like the pub running.”
Rather than mourn over the loss of the festival, the community has come together to ensure people have a reason to still come to Trundle.
“This isn’t a formal committee,” Kate explained.
“It’s just a bunch of locals doing their own thing at the same time to bring people in.”
The Trundle Showground will be open all weekend for camping, so there’s no excuse not to stay the night.
Kate said the weekend is all about fun, reconnecting with old
By BRENDAN MCCOOL
Racing will return to the Forbes track this weekend with the Forbes Spring Races coming to town on Saturday, 11 October.
With a six-race program and lots of fun planned trackside, the event is shaping up to be a great family fun day.
Forbes Jockey Club president Randall Grayson said the spring race meeting is always a good day out for the family.
With the weather forecast to be a nice sunny day, Mr Grayson said people will get a chance to dust off their summer clothes to enjoy the races.
Gates open at 12pm with the first race expected to begin at 2pm and there is plenty to do trackside in between the action with free jumping castles and face painting for the kids, as well as the return of the ever popular Fashions on the Field.
friends and celebrating everything that makes Trundle special.
“It’s important for the town financially and emotionally. People love their pub and they love their town,” Kate added.
WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS:
Friday, 17 October
Trundle Pink Night fundraiser –5:30pm at the Trundle Golf Club
Saturday, 18 October
Markets – 8am to 1pm at the Trundle Memorial Hall
Live music at Trundle Hotel –12 noon to midnight. Featuring: Gracie Denham-Jones, Amity (with a touch of ABBA), Blake Knoll (son of Shannon Knoll), and crowd favourite Balls and All from Cobar.
Trundle Children’s Centre Golf
Day: An Afternoon on the Green –1:30pm at the Trundle Golf Club
Sunday, 19 October
St Patrick’s School tour – 10am to 12pm
Live music at Trundle Services and Citizens Club – from 12pm
Mr Grayson said they are
also contemplating bringing back the fun yabby races during this year’s race day.
“We try and make it so it’s a good, fun day for the kids, put different activities on to make sure there’s
things for them to do,” he said.
Along with this, there will be a VIP area for over 18’s with live music from Gracey Denham-Jones, access to the sponsors area and canapes and drinks throughout the day. Tickets to this cost $120 per person.
General admission tickets will be available at the gate on the day, with kids under 16 entering free.
A bar, canteen and coffee van, and bookmakers will be there on the day.
You are invited to take part in the Forbes White Ribbon Day Event, to be held on Tuesday 25 November 2025.
This event will include a community march through the CBD, follow by an official ceremony in Victoria Park, to stand together to raise awareness and show support for ending violence against women.
Your involvement will help create a strong, united message of support and provide valuable information and connections for our community.
Everyone is welcome to take part — walk with us, attend the ceremony, and connect with local services and community groups who will have stalls and activities in the park. Bring your friends, family, and colleagues to be part of this important community event.
Date: Tuesday 25 November
Time: 9:30am assembly in Spring Street for March
Location: March from Spring Street, event to be held in Victoria Park. For more information, please contact Forbes Shire Council on community@forbes.nsw.gov.au
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Forbes is to receive a new light flood rescue vehicle.
The purpose-built vehicle is part of the NSW Government’s fleet replacement program for the State Emergency Service.
Designed with enhanced off-road capability, the 4WD vehicle has a custombuilt body for flood rescue equipment, and integrated stowage for inflatable flood rescue rafts.
The NSW Government thanked communities for following emergency service advice to prepare, with the Bureau of Meteorology predicting wetter than average weather will continue until the end of the year.
September to April is typically the time when the frequency of storms, strong winds and heavy rain increases, but August has already been wet for NSW.
The fleet rollout follows extensive consultation with SES volunteers, trainers, and manufacturers to ensure each vehicle meets the operational challenges of the State’s diverse landscapes. Phil Donato MP, Member for Orange, thanked SES crews for their dedication.
“This investment in specialist vehicles to properly equip our SES volunteers to better respond to storm and flood events is a welcome announcement,” he said.
“I thank Minister Dib and the NSW Government for the ongoing support and commitment to the SES in our region.”
Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib also paid tribute to our hardworking SES volunteers.
“These new vehicles ensure we are giving our frontline emergency services the equipment they need to respond faster, reach more people in isolated areas and carry out rescues in some of the most challenging conditions,” he said.
“Our investment in these vehicles is about making sure the people who run towards danger to help others have the tools they need to do it safely.”
“We know we can count on SES crews to help communities and I would encourage anyone who wants to join to sign up.”
Notice is hereby given that Council has resolved to suspend the Alcohol Free Zone in
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or you would like to be a judge for the Australian Alliance Barbecue Smoking Competition. Please email events@forbes. nsw.gov.au for more information.
Follow National BBQ Championships Facebook page for regular updates.
The Forbes Shire Citizen of the Year, Senior Citizen of the Year and Young Citizen of the Year awards recognise and reward those Shire residents who have displayed a consistent record of excellence, who have made outstanding achievements in their field and who have made a significant contribution to our community. The awards are open to residents across the Forbes Shire.
Nominations are now open, closing on Friday 16 January 2026. For nomination forms, please visit Council’s website or email communtiy@ forbes.nsw.gov.au
Samantha Haynes began her career as the first female powerline worker apprentice at Essential Energy’s Forbes depot.
Today, as Load Control Senior Specialist, she is driving innovation in smart metering and how customers interact with the grid.
Samantha’s journey reflects a shift in the industry: women taking on leadership in operational roles, bringing with them insight and fresh perspectives needed to navigate one of the most significant transitions in the energy sector’s history.
That shift was on full display at this year’s Women From The Field conference in Sydney on 9 and 10 September, where more than 300 operational staff from four major New South Wales electricity net-
works gathered to share experiences, ideas and practical solutions.
As one of those leading change, Ms Haynes said it was valuable to hear what others are doing.
“There’s a sense of support and shared purpose when you get all these women together,” she said.
“You realise there are a lot of us out there doing really important work.”
A key theme of the event was discussions around supporting the transition to renewables, electrification and developing technologies.
There is consensus that the electricity sector faces a significant risk of workforce shortages: employers in the energy sector must strategically plan to attract, train, and retain workers to facilitate workforce growth.
Essential Energy’s Strategic
Workforce Planning activities are focussing on the critical workforce segments of Engineering, System Control, Trades, Digital, Data and Cyber, with each segment showing distinct growth requirements driven by the unique demands of the energy transition.
Beyond the numbers, meeting the challenges of the transition demands creativity, innovation and collaboration.
Samantha says that more than just new technology is needed for the future of the network, thinking differently and challenging the usual way of doing things is important too.
“Whether it’s how we manage load control, support customers or work safely and effectively in the field, we’re helping shape smarter and more inclusive solutions.
“This conference is about recognising that and making space for more of it.”
posal of a new training academy.
The proposed academy will specialise in renewable energy training and deliver high-quality electrical trade and technical qualifications.
“Women bring perspectives that challenge the usual way of doing things,” Samantha said.
Essential Energy is committed to addressing the skills gap, expanding their programs with the pro-
It will support the development of a skilled, future-ready workforce capable of enabling the energy transition across regional, rural and remote communities.
By JUDY SMITH
Eugowra VIEW Club held their September meeting at the Fat Parcel Cafe with 18 members present and three apologies.
President Irene welcomed members, read out treasurer’s report and also the reports from Publicity Officer and Program Officer. The outgoing and incoming correspondence was then read.
The guest speaker for the day, Ann Hill the District Nurse, was then introduced.
Ann gave a very interesting and well received address on her role in the town.
She also handed out pages of information which related to her work attending to people who are in the age group of those in our VIEW Club and her regular calls to those living at home. Irene gave a vote of thanks to Ann on behalf of members.
There were a number of members who attended the Forbes Club’s
birthday party and reported they had an enjoyable time and brought back home a number of fundraising ideas.
Members were reminded to be aware of scams and emails supposedly coming from Elizabeth Birch. We were also asked to support Poverty Week in October.
Our Christmas party will be held on a date and place to be decided at our October meeting.
A discussion took place on how we donate money to the Smith Family and distribute to Joy spreaders. Member to read the information and give their suggestions.
Birthdays were Margaret Broadbent on 17th and Andy Langfield on 19th. The raffle winner was Jeanine Gibby.
Esther continues to contact those in need.
The next meeting will be at the Fat Parcel on 20 October with the guest speaker being Tracee Burke from Landcare.
By CHRISTINE LITTLE
A rural school in the Parkes Shire has ranked in the top 100 of public high schools in the state.
The Daily Telegraph has compiled a complete rankings list of each state’s Top 100 Public High Schools, as well as a national list, based on Department of Education data.
Inner-city and selective high schools dominate the list for NSW but Trundle Central School has come in at 90.
Schools were ranked on Year 9 Naplan results including the value added between tests, level of parent contributions, studentteacher ratio, student attendance rates above 90 per cent and financial information.
Trundle is only one of two rural or isolated schools that have made this list, proving location is no barrier to academic success.
The other being Ungarie Central School, located about 42 kilometres north
of West Wyalong.
Trundle Central is located about 60 kilometres west of Parkes, with just 103 students from kindergarten to Year 12.
Principal John Southon was particularly pleased with the school’s ranking as it comes shortly after independent validation rated the school at the highest level for educational leadership, school resources and curriculum delivery he said.
“We realise the school is going well but it is nice to
receive confirmation from other sources,” he said.
“High school attendance, especially Year 9 boys is a constant challenge.
“The answer I believe is to provide a broad curriculum and an environment where students have a high degree of ownership of the school success, and as a result want to come to school.
“The challenge for us now is to continue along the improvement pathway.”
As reported by News. com.au, NSW has cemented its status as the premier state for education, claiming nearly half of Australia’s best 100 government public secondary schools at 48.
The state has secured six spots in the top 10 alone.
All schools in the national top 20 are selective, including 16 from NSW which has more public schools that require students to sit an academic entry test than any other.
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for our commu nity?
Now is the time to give them the recognition they deserve with nom inations open for the Forbes Shire Citizen of the Year, Senior Citizen of the Year and Young Cit izen of the Year Awards.
These prestigious awards cel ebrate locals who:
• Show a consistent record of ex cellence
• Have made outstanding achieve ments in their field
• Contribute significantly to our community
Forbes Shire Council Mayor, Phyl lis Miller OAM said the awards are an important way to shine a light on the people who make Forbes such a strong and vibrant community.
who go the extra mile. Whether it’s through volunteering, leadership, or simply lending a hand when it’s needed most,” Mayor Miller said.
to recognise the remarkable people around us. Nominating them is a simple but meaningful way to show your gratitude and celebrate their efforts.”
The Roulettes, the Royal Australian Air Force’s aerobatic display team, will be performing over Parkes this Friday.
Details were officially confirmed on Monday afternoon with the Roulettes announcing they are “off to the home of the Dish” for a display over the Parkes Airport at 11.30am. Be sure to stick around afterwards because the pilots will be dropping - not literally of course - into the airport for a meet and greet at midday. After that they’ll overhead the Bathurst 1000 at 3.55pm that afternoon and again at 4.45pm on Saturday.
Flying activity is subject to change, including short notice cancellation, due to variables such as air traffic control, weather and other aviation considerations. Keep an eye on the Roulettes socials on the day for the most updated information.
Also did you know ‘Australian Roulette’ is now streaming on 9Now.
If you’ve ever wondered how an Air Force pilot becomes a member of the Roulettes, this is for you.
In mid-2024 three new pilots joined the team, get to know the pilots as they learn to fly the manoeuvres for their first display at the 2024 Pacific Airshow on Queensland’s Gold Coast.
The Roulettes were established in 1970 and have become a six aircraft, seven member team.
Roulette displays are flown all around Australia and consist of a number of manoeuvres, such as formation, aerobatics, low level flying and airmanship skills, taught to Air Force pilots and developed throughout their career.
Any resident is eligible for Citizen of the Year, while Young Citizen of the Year is open to residents aged 25 or younger. Anyone aged 65 years or older is eligible for Senior Citizen of the Year.
Nominations close Friday 16 January 2026.
Nomination forms can be downloaded from Council’s website or collected from Forbes Shire Council’s office at 2 Court Street, Forbes. Completed forms can be returned by email to community@ forbes.nsw.gov.au or posted to PO Box 333, Forbes NSW 2871.
Award winners will be chosen by a judging panel made up of community representatives and announced at the 2026 Australia Day celebrations in Forbes.
The Roulettes fly as low as 250 feet (80m) at speeds of up to 370 knots (685km/h) and pilots can experience up to 6 ‘G’, or six times the force of gravity during a display.
Flying as close as three metres apart, the team showcases the level of visual judgement and hand-eye coordination that pilots in the Air Force are able to achieve. Roulette pilots are qualified flying instructors.
getting ready to dive into the water during the long
There’s some exciting news for Trundle as work gets underway to restore and upgrade the Berryman Oval tennis courts.
With the return of warmer weather and the October long weekend, the Forbes Pool opened for the summer season on Saturday and families were spotted enjoying the weekend poolside.
The balmy conditions, par-
ticularly on Sunday, kicked-off the swimming season with the temperature reaching a top of 25.7 degrees on Saturday according to the Bureau of Meteorology.
Sunday was the ideal day to go for a dip at the pool, reaching a
top of 30.6 degrees by 5pm, with much of the day sitting in the mid to high 20s.
Monday proved to be a little cooler to finish off the long weekend with temperatures only peaking at 25.6 degrees.
Just over $636,000 is going into the job, coming out of the NSW Government’s Community Asset Program for flood repairs.
It’s all part of a bigger task by Parkes Shire Council who is restoring community assets that were impacted by the November 2022 floods.
Construction kicked off in early September with sub-soil drainage, base preparation and installation of conduits for future lighting.
Local contractors are working alongside council on upgraded fencing, concreting and base works, with completion expected
by December, weather permitting - just in time for Christmas!
The upgrades include a new artificial grass playing surface, line marking on three courts including one multi-sport court, and new hoops, nets, and umpire boxes.
The project will also involve upgrades to the Berryman Oval carpark, pool pump and shed, which are scheduled for after the summer months to avoid disruption to community use.
The work follows recent improvements to the cricket nets and skatepark, completing the transformation of the Berryman Oval complex into a first-class community sporting hub, Parkes Council says.
Little Shop of Horrors is a deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical which has captivated the hearts of theatre goers for decades.
And it’s coming to the Parkes Little Theatre next week.
It follows the meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn (Matthew Mann) as he stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” - after his coworker crush (Hannah Farrant Jayet).
This foul-mouthed, R&Bsinging carnivore (Ruth Virtue) promises unending fame and fortune to the down-and-out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD, to the horror of Mr Mushnik (Aaron Kingham) and Orin Scrivello (Thomas Glastonbury).
Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out-of-this-world origins and intent towards global domination!
This production is the second directorial role for Parkes M&D member Hannah Symonds, who has more than 20 years of theatrical experience and graced the Parkes M&D stage as Elphaba in the 2021 production of Wicked and Mrs Lawson in the production of Not Now Darling in 2023.
Hannah has a great passion for the performing arts and is thrilled to able to
Shop of Horrors
Bedgerabong, Cowra and
share her passion with the youth of Forbes by teaching after school singing and drama classes within the region.
Little Shop of Horrors has a fantastic cast, band and
crew consisting of 36 talented performers and support crew residing in Parkes, Forbes, Bedgerabong, Cowra and surrounding areas. There are five members
from Forbes involved in the production, all from local high schools - Isla Kennedy, Drew Barter, Immy Collits, Aurelia-Rose Virtue and Isabel Shaw.
This production has a wide range of musical numbers including the 1920s style “Dentist”, rock and roll hit “Get It”, to the Jewish Bottle Dancing number “Mushnik and Sons”.
“I am very blessed to be working with so many talented individuals and together we have created a truly incredible production which will warm the hearts of our audience,” director Hannah Symonds said.
“We are thrilled to be bringing this popular 1980s horror comedy rock musical to the stage of Parkes which is filled with laughter, romance and dramatic suspension, including a life-size human eating plant that will surely have you watching in awe.
The band is led by the incredible Kirsty Cairney, Head of Creative and Performing Arts at Red Bend Catholic College, and Anthony Leonard.
“Our talented puppeteers will bring Audrey II to life and have you sitting on the edge of your seats as you watch her mischievous antics throughout the show.
“It is truly an honour to bring this production to life, and I cannot wait for everyone to see this masterpiece on the stage.”
Opening night is Friday, 17 October and the show runs over three horrifying weekends, until Sunday, 2 November.
Tickets can be purchased through the Parkes M&D website: www.parkesmandd. com.au.
people dressed up for the occasion.
“It was nice to see a lot of people dressing up and going in the Fashions on the Field, I think we need a bigger stage next year,” she said.
“It was lovely seeing all the effort a lot of people made to get
enjoying themselves.
Alongside racing and fashion there was market stalls, free kids entertainment and live music all afternoon.
“We were pretty happy with the crowd,” Jodie added, noting there was a bus load of 50 people alone from Grenfell who made it out to enjoy the day with others from all around the state and even Queensland.
‘IN the tale of Australia, where does the myth end and the truth begin?”
So asks acclaimed actor Rachel Griffiths in the trailer for this landmark four-part series that questions how Australians see themselves and their future.
that times had changed.
“I was always homesick,” the Six Feet Under star says.
“The joy of returning sparked unexpected questions and conversations. My nostalgic view of Australia was challenged by the place I returned to.
“I realised that my idea of Australia was perhaps a bit out of date.”
this bold project explores the stories, beliefs and cultural narratives that have shaped our understanding of our
on the evolution of our national identity was
overseas for the best part of 20 years and
Oscar nominee
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The first instalment dives into the idea that we live on the land of a ‘fair go’. It’s a long-held belief that we live in an egalitarian society, but is it actually true when there’s a growing gap between the rich and poor?
Among the pioneering Aussies who share their views over the four episodes are GovernorGeneral Sam Mostyn, activist and 2021 Australian of the Year Grace Tame, filmmaker Rachel Perkins, journalist Ray Martin and former Socceroo and human rights advocate Craig Foster.
THE IDEA OF AUSTRALIA SBS, Wednesday, October 15, 7.30pm
OZZY: NO ESCAPE
FROM NOW
Streaming, Paramount+
Never intended to be a posthumous project, this unfiltered portrait of the last six years of rock icon Ozzy Osbourne’s life documents the legendary Black Sabbath frontman’s health battles and his determination to play one final show, a feat he achieved just weeks before his death on July 22, 2025, aged 76. Produced and directed by BAFTA Award-winning Gogglebox co-creator Tania Alexander, the featurelength documentary includes candid
commentary from Ozzy, his wife Sharon and children Aimée, Kelly and Jack as they recount Ozzy’s lifechanging late-night fall in February 2019, which saw the rocker break his neck and caused him to cancel his farewell tour. The family shares details of Ozzy’s subsequent corrective surgeries, escalating health issues and the progression of his Parkinson’s disease, as well as highlighting the impact of ongoing chronic pain on his mental health and those nearest to him.
In the tradition of the family’s game-changing 2002 reality series The Osbournes, the film also includes an unvarnished
look at Ozzy’s home life and the colourful conversations going on behind closed doors.
Ozzy’s recovery eventually saw him re-enter the studio to record with Post Malone, an experience he describes as “the best medicine I’ve ever had” and which led to his final albums, Man
A loving testament to Osbourne’s sheer talent, sharp wit and dedication, and an honest rumination on mortality and the healing potential of music, the film is a powerful tribute to the Prince of Darkness and his signature approach to grabbing life by the horns.
Fitting farewell: No Escape From Now chronicles Ozzy Osbourne’s determination to say goodbye to his fans, on his own terms.
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS: INSIDE OUT
Streaming, Stan
Crack open the Bolly, sweetie. Absolutely Fabulous favourites Joanna Lumley and Jennifer Saunders (both pictured) chuckle their way through this retrospective on how the hilarious British sitcom went from chaotic mess to national treasure. They reunite with co-stars Julia Sawalha (Saffy) and Jane Horrocks (Bubble) to share anecdotes, behind-the-scenes secrets and a raft of archival highlights that will delight fans.
CANDY: I LIKE ME
Streaming from Friday, Prime Video
From Uncle Buck to Cool Runnings, Canadian comedian
John Candy (pictured) charmed fans around the world with his memorable performances in hilarious and heartfelt films before his sudden death in 1994. Directed by Colin Hanks (son of Tom), this documentary looks at his life and legacy, featuring interviews with a cavalcade of famous fans including Bill Murray and Martin Short.
Streaming
Imagine Con Air meets The Fugitive and you’ve got this high-stakes action thriller. Aussie Jason Clarke (pictured, Oppenheimer) plays a lone US marshal in remote Alaska who must lead a manhunt when a prisoner transport plane crashes, unleashing dozens of dangerous inmates into the wilderness. Co-starring Haley Bennett, Simone Kessell and Dominic Cooper, the 10-episode drama promises plenty of chaos and intrigue.
Netflix
Victoria Beckham (pictured) almost stole the show from husband David in his 2023 docuseries Beckham by playfully claiming to be “very working class” as a child, despite the fact she was driven to school in a Rolls-Royce. Now, the spotlight is firmly on the artist formerly known as Posh Spice, offering a behind-the-scenes look at her enduring career as a fashion icon and entrepreneur.
Streaming from Friday, BritBox
Lauren Lyle (pictured) returns as the titular detective for a second season of this acclaimed crime drama. This time, the fearless sleuth and her team investigate a decadesold cold case – the kidnapping of the daughter of an oil tycoon and her young son. Based on the novels by Scottish author Val McDermid, the gritty series promises to keep viewers guessing with plenty of twists and turns.
Set in 1066, this lavish epic explores the devolution of the relationship between William, Duke of Normandy (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Game of Thrones) and Harold, Earl of Wessex (Happy Valley star James Norton, pictured). Over eight episodes, the allies unexpectedly find themselves turning adversaries in a bloody fight for the British crown, with the bold saga culminating in one of history’s most infamous clashes, the Battle of Hastings. Fans of Vikings and The Last Kingdom are sure to be captivated by this take on the brutal rivalry, but you don’t have to be a history buff to get hooked by the dramatic conflicts and political intrigue.
ORIENT EXPRESS: A GOLDEN ERA OF TRAVEL SBS, Saturday, 7.30pm
In the days before aeroplanes, multi-day luxury train journeys carried about as much status as you could get. Gourmet dining, lavish cabins and personalised service were the height of 19th-century extravagance, akin to turning left, showering at 4,000 feet or lying flat on an aircraft today. Perhaps the most famous example is the iconic Orient Express, a route which this four-part series retraces from London to Istanbul, stopping at key destinations along the way. Comparing the modern-day itinerary – in a restored train featuring historic 1920s and ’30s carriages – to the original service, Saturday’s first leg crosses the English Channel en route to Paris.
TELL ME WHAT YOU REALLY THINK SBS, Tuesday, 8.30pm
Award-winning journalist and podcaster Marc Fennell (pictured) has spent his career interviewing people, be it for documentaries Framed, Stuff the British Stole or as host of SBS game show Mastermind But as the presenter discovered in the making of this bold four-part series, there’s something different about dinner table conversations. “It gets fiery, it gets funny, and sometimes it gets unexpectedly personal,” Fennell remarks. In each episode, he joins a group of strangers to have the conversations we’re often too polite to start, about ageing, obesity and even menopause. On Tuesday, he’s joined by five Aussies with ADHD for a chat in which nothing is off the table.
SAM PANG TONIGHT 10, Monday, 8.40pm
If recent headlines are any indicator, the late-night variety show format is on its way to being an endangered species in the United States. The clock is ticking for cancelled CBS institution Show with Stephen Colbert, while Jimmy Kimmel Live! is on thin ice after being suspended last month. However, in Australia, the tradition is once again alive and well – after years without a successful tonight show – thanks to Sam Pang’s Logie-nominated efforts. The comedian (pictured) returns for a second season on Monday, with guest Rosie O’Donnell. Pang says of his fellow tonight show hosts’ fight for survival: “I plan to Steven Bradbury this thing and be the last one standing.”
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Rowe. 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. 11.10 Grand Designs. 11.55 Long Lost Family. 12.45 Rage. 3.15 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 3.05 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.20 Amazing Animal Friends. 10.05 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.55 Merlin. 11.40 Kids’ Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Outside: Beyond The Lens. 10.00 Confucius Was A Foodie. 10.55 Great British Photography Challenge. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The People Vs Robodebt. 3.00 MOVIE: When Love Is In Your Eyes. (2024) 3.50 The Cook Up. 4.20 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Eurostar: Minding The Gap. 8.30 Scandinavia With Simon Reeve. New.
9.40 Blue Lights. Return. 10.45 SBS News. 11.15 Davos 1917. 12.10 The Head. 2.05 Charles I: Downfall Of A King. 3.10 Curious Traveller. 4.15 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 4.45 Bamay. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.10 Blankety Blank. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 8.30 Jim Jefferies And Friends. 9.30 The Amazing Race. 11.00 Gatecrashers. 12.00 Life. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.00 Journey To Europe. 2.00 Pointless.
Morning Programs. 10.00 The Movie Show. 12.00 DW The Day. 12.30 The Rap Game UK. 1.25 Addicted Australia. 2.30 Bamay. 2.55 Insight. 4.00 WorldWatch. 6.00 Our Medicine. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island Specials. 10.10 The UnXplained. 11.00 Homicide. 1.35 Conversations. 2.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Air Crash Inv. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Line Of Duty. 11.10 Murdoch Mysteries. 12.10 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Poirot. 1.00 M*A*S*H. 2.00 As Time Goes By. 3.20 Antiques Roadshow. 3.50 MOVIE: Hue And Cry. (1947) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Clarkson’s Farm. 8.40 Fawlty Towers. 10.00 Blackadder Goes Forth. 11.20 French And Saunders. 12.00
6.00 Murder Party. (2022) 6.40 The Straight Story. (1999) 8.40 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991) 11.05 The Te$t. (2022) 1.05 Long Story Short. (2021) 2.50 First Cow. (2019) 5.05 Mosley. (2019) 6.55 All At Sea. (2010) 8.30 The Thicket. (2024) 10.30 Master Gardener. (2022) 12.35 The Drover’s Wife. (2021) 2.35 Heathers. (1988) 4.30 The Movie Show. 5.00 Mosley. (2019) 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 American Pickers. 11.30 Storage Wars. 12.00 NFL. NFL. Week 5. Cleveland Browns v Minnesota Vikings. Replay. 3.00 Talking W. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Family Guy. 8.30 American Dad! 9.30 MOVIE: Role Models. (2008) 11.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Survivor 49. 9.00 MOVIE: The Fault In Our Stars. (2014) 11.30 Seinfeld. 12.30 Pretty Little Liars. 1.20
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 To Be Advised. 8.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Officially Amazing Goes Bunkers. 11.10 Kids’ Programs.
Egypt. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Catch Me A Killer. 11.45 Rogue Heroes. 2.00 Charles I: To Kill A King. 3.05 Welcome To My Farm. 4.05 The Wheelhouse. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.25 Everyone Else Burns. 3.00 WorldWatch. 5.00 If You Are The One. 6.05 Jeopardy! 7.00 Soccer. Austn C’ship. South Melbourne FC v Sydney Olympic FC. 9.00 Jeopardy! 9.50 Sex: A Bonkers History. 10.45 Homeland. 12.35 The Big Sex Talk. 1.05 Late Programs.
6.00 Mosley. (2019) 6.50 All At Sea. (2010) 8.30 Murder Party. (2022) 10.25 Haute Couture. (2021) 12.20 Benediction. (2021) 2.55 The Straight Story. (1999) 5.00 Selkie. (2000) 6.40 What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014) 8.30 The Assassination Of Jesse James. (2007) 11.25 Lions For Lambs. (2007) 1.05 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 10.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Bathurst 1000. Practice session. 12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Bathurst 1000. Practice session and support races. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.30 MOVIE: Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris. (2022) 11.00 Motorway Patrol. 11.30 GetOn Extra. 12.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. 1.00 Riviera. 2.00 Home
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 DVine Living. 1.30 Weekender. 2.00 House Of Wellness. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Renters. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30 Nature Gone Wild. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Football. AFLW. Western Bulldogs v Essendon. 9.15 MOVIE: Enemy Of The State. (1998) 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 Poirot. 1.00 M*A*S*H. 2.00 Fawlty Towers. 3.20 MOVIE: The 14. (1973) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Secret Life Of The Auction House. 8.30 MOVIE: Rob Roy. (1995) 11.20 Poirot. 12.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 Deal Or No Deal. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Ridiculousness. 2.00 King Of
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Night At The
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Meals In Minutes. 3.30 My Market Kitchen. 4.00 Lidia’s Kitchen. 4.30 Freshly Picked. 5.00 The Chef’s Garden. 5.30 Everyday Gourmet. 6.00 Food Safari Earth. 6.30 Simply Provence. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Two Greedy Italians. 8.40 Costco Vs Supermarkets. 9.45 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Rebel Wilson’s Pooch Perfect. 2.25 Intolerant Cooks. 3.00 MOVIE: Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse. (2018) 5.25 MOVIE: Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse. (2023) 8.30 MOVIE: Passengers. (2016) 11.00 MOVIE: The Unholy. (2021) 1.05 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Rico To The Rescue. 3.00 The Block. 4.00
10.55 Travel Quest. 11.55 WorldWatch. 12.55 Soccer. Austn C’ship. Metrostars v Wests Apia FC. 3.00 Soccer. Austn C’ship. Preston Lions FC v NWS Spirit. 5.05 Going Places. 5.35 Trains At War. 6.30 News. 7.30 Orient Express: A Golden Era Of Travel. 8.25 75 Years At Longleat. 9.20 Royal Crisis: Countdown To Abdication. 10.20 Great Australian Walks. 11.15 Homicide. 2.45 Welcome To My Farm.
3.45 Urban Conversion. 4.20 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 5.15 WorldWatch.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Bathurst 1000. Practice session. 1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Bathurst 1000. Practice session and support races. 4.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Bathurst 1000. Top 10 Shootout. 6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise.
8.00 MOVIE: Die Hard: With A Vengeance. (1995) 10.30 MOVIE: Ambulance. (2022) 1.20 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Bathurst 1000. Top 10 Shootout. Replay. 3.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 It’s Academic. 5.00 House Of Wellness.
6.00 Getaway. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Our State On A Plate. 12.30 The Block. 3.20 David Attenborough’s Asia. 4.30 Garden Gurus. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Father Of The Bride. (1991) 9.35 MOVIE: Monster-In-Law.
Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 7.40 Where Is Anne Frank. (2021) 9.30 What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014) 11.20 Master Gardener. (2022) 1.20 Lions For Lambs. (2007) 3.00 Mosley. (2019) 4.50 All At Sea. (2010) 6.30 The Four Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady.
6.00 Shopping. 8.30 Better Homes. 10.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.00 Harry’s Practice. 11.30 GetOn Extra. 12.00 Horse Racing. Caulfield Guineas and Hill Stakes Day. 6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Thunderbirds. 8.30 Tomorrow’s World. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 Helping Hands. 10.30 MOVIE: Nicholas Nickleby. (1947) 12.45 MOVIE: The Divided Heart. (1954) 2.40 MOVIE: Trapeze. (1956) 4.50 MOVIE: The Barefoot Contessa. (1954) 7.30 TBA. 1.20 Late Programs.
5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Football. AFLW. Richmond v North Melbourne. 9.15 MOVIE: Spider-Man 3. (2007) 12.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.30 Ski Rescue Down Under. 4.30 Hot Wheels. 5.30 MOVIE: Short Circuit. (1986) 7.30 MOVIE: Police Academy. (1984) 9.35 MOVIE: The Hangover. (2009) 11.40 Seinfeld. 12.10 Love Island Games. 2.40 Below Deck.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.30 Conquest Of The Skies. 3.20 Grand Designs NZ. 4.10 Bill Bailey’s Wild West Australia. Final. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 Pilgrimage: The Road Through The Alps. Final. 7.00 News. 7.30 The Assembly. 8.15 Mystery Road: Origin. 9.10 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. 10.10 Mother And Son. 10.35 Take 5. 11.05 MOVIE: In My Blood It Runs. (2019) 12.25 Brush With Fame. 12.55 Rage. 3.00 Ask The Doctor. 3.30 The Art Of... 4.00 Gardening Aust. 5.00 Insiders.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.15 Crongton. 8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.05 Speechless. 10.25 Merlin. 11.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning
7.35 QI. 8.05 Sharon And Ozzy Osbourne. New. 9.10 Planet America: Wknd Ed. 9.55 Offsiders. 10.25 ER. 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 10.05 Beyond The Beaten Path. 11.00 Travel Quest. 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Sailing. Sail Grand Prix. H’lights. 4.00 FIFA World Cup 2010: Our South Africa. 5.05 Going Places. 5.35 Trains At War. 6.30 News. 7.35 Seven Wonders Of The Ancient World. New. 8.30 King And Conqueror. New. 9.30 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries. 10.25 The Wonders Of Europe. 11.25 The Real Mo Farah. 12.35 Gloriavale: New Zealand’s Secret Cult. 2.10 Tough Trains. 3.10 Welcome To My Farm. 4.10 Urban Conversion. 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.10 Bamay. 2.45 Jeopardy! 4.50 WorldWatch. 5.20 PBS Washington Week. 5.50 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Suranne Jones Investigating Witch Trials. New. 9.30 Uncanny. 10.40 Hudson & Rex. 11.30 The Story Of. 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Lara. (2019) 8.00 The Four Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady. (1974) 10.00 Metronom. (2022) 11.55 Voyage Of The Damned. (1976) 2.55 What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014) 4.45 Where Is Anne Frank. (2021) 6.35 Meek’s Cutoff. (2010) 8.30 True Grit. (2010) 10.35 Traffic. (2000) 1.20 Late Programs.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Bathurst 1000. Support races and warm up. 10.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Bathurst 1000. Build up and Race. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. 8.45 The Rise And Fall Of Kings Cross. New. 10.25 24 Hours In Police Custody. 11.25 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. 12.40 Miniseries: The Victim. 2.00 Home Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. 12.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Escape To The Country. 3.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 4.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Mr Bates Vs The Post Office. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Flesh And Blood. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Fishing Show By AFN. 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Sydney v Carlton. 3.00 Duck Dynasty. 4.00 Full Custom Garage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Border Security USA. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Jurassic Park III. (2001) 10.30 MOVIE: Zombieland. (2009) 12.30 Late Programs.
Sunday, October 12
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 My Favorite Martian. 10.30 Getaway. 11.00 MOVIE: Cage Of Gold. (1950) 12.45 MOVIE: A Run For Your Money. (1949) 2.30 MOVIE: Passport To Pimlico. (1949) 4.15 MOVIE: Yours, Mine And Ours. (1968) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 TBA. 11.00 Major Crimes. 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Surfing Aust. 3.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 3.30 Project Impossible. 4.30 Young Sheldon. 5.00 Dinner With The Parents. 5.30 TBA. 7.30 MOVIE: Shazam! (2019) 10.10 TBA. 11.45 Gotham. 12.40 Arrow. 2.30 Allo! Allo! 3.30 Only Fools And Horses. 4.00 Barbie It Takes Two. 4.30 Late Programs.
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Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 Spicks And Specks. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch.
9.35 Planet America. 10.05 I Was Actually There. 10.40 News. 10.55 The Business. 11.10 Creative Types. 11.35 Grand Designs. 12.25 Long Lost Family. 1.10 Rage. 3.15 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
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6.00 Kids’ Programs. 7.55 Kids’ Programs. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.55 Octonauts. 7.00 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Gladiators. 9.35 The Crystal Maze. 10.25 Merlin. 11.05 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 11.30 Kids’ Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 10.05 Confucius Was A Foodie. 11.00 Great British Photography Challenge. 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. 3.00 Sorell 22: Country To Coast. New. 3.45 The Cook Up. 4.15 Who Do You Think You Are? US. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Dream Teams. New. 8.30 King And Conqueror. 9.25 Sydney’s Super Tunnel. 10.25 SBS News. 10.55 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. 11.30 Mayflies. 12.35 The Allegation. 2.35 Tough Trains. 3.35 Welcome To My Farm. 4.30 Growing A Greener World. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.25 Bamay. 3.00 Wine Lovers’ Guide. 3.30 History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Joe Lycett’s United States Of Birmingham. Final. 9.25 Buzzcocks. 10.10 The People Vs Robodebt. 11.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Finding You. (2020) 8.10 Meek’s Cutoff. (2010) 10.05 Girls Will Be Girls. (2024) 12.15 Knight Of Cups. (2015) 2.25 Lara. (2019) 4.15 The Four Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady. (1974) 6.15 The Way. (2010) 8.30 Lawless. (2012) 10.40 The Last Night Of Amore. (2023) 1.05 Late Programs.
Monday, October 13
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.10 Blankety Blank. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. 9.00 The Rookie. 10.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. 11.00 S.W.A.T. 12.00 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. New. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 2.30 Motor MythBusters. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Crystal Hunters. 8.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.30 Mighty Ships. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Keeping Up Appearances. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: The Gentle Gunman. (1952) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 10.40 Whitstable Pearl. 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 7.55 Kids’ Programs. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Deadly 60. 9.05 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 11.05 Kids’ Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.20 Bamay. 2.50 David Harewood On Blackface. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Alone. 9.40 Hoarders. 11.25 Calipari: Razor’s Edge. 12.15 The Nine Lives Of. 1.10 Stone Cold Takes On America. 2.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.30 Foyle’s War. 10.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 The Movie Show. 6.15 The Way. (2010) 8.30 Lara. (2019) 10.20 True Grit. (2010) 12.25 The Eagle Has Landed. (1976) 2.55 Bonneville. (2006) 4.35 Finding You. (2020) 6.50 Lord Of The Flies. (1963) 8.30 A Fistful Of Dollars. (1964) 10.25 The Grump: In Search Of An Escort. (2022) 12.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Outback Crystal Hunters. 2.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 8.00 Outback
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Poirot. 1.00 M*A*S*H. 2.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: The Man Upstairs. (1958) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Raisin. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 Late Programs.
Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) 10.30 If You’re Listening. 10.50 News. 11.05 The Business. 11.25 Planet America. 11.55 You Can’t Ask That. 12.25 Grand Designs. 1.15 Long Lost Family. 2.00 Rage. 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Outside: Beyond The Lens. 10.00 Tough Trains. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Tell Me What You Really Think. 3.10 The Cook Up. 3.40 Black Cockatoo Crisis. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 The Idea Of Australia. New. 8.30 Great British Train Journeys From Above. 9.30 Code Of Silence. 10.25 SBS News. 10.55 I Am Scrooge. New. 11.45 Freezing Embrace. 1.25 Charles I: To Kill A King. 2.30 Tough Trains. 3.25 Urban Conversion. 4.30 Growing A Greener World. 5.00 WorldWatch. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.10 Blankety Blank. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
SBS
Al Jazeera.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Room For Improvement. 2.30 House Of Wellness. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Inspector George Gently. 10.45 Air Crash Inv. 11.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Poirot. 1.00 M*A*S*H. 2.00 Agatha Raisin. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: Tommy The Toreador. (1959) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.50 Major Crimes. 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.40 Lord Of The Flies. (1963) 10.20 Like Water For Chocolate. (1992) 12.20 Waiting For Anya. (2020) 2.20 The Legend Of Longwood. (2014) 4.10 The Eagle Has Landed. (1976) 6.40 Whisky Galore. (2016) 8.30 For A Few Dollars More. (1965) 11.00 Midsommar. (2019) 1.40 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Outback Truckers. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 Caught On Dashcam. 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00
ACROSS
1 What is the blossom of a plant (6)
8 Which accessory is used to beautify (8)
9 Name a spotted leopard-like cat (6)
10 What is a pattern, mould, or the like (8)
11 Which alkane is used as a fuel (6)
12 Which W German river flows into the Rhine (4)
13 What is a summary prepared by a solicitor for a barrister (5)
16 What are short sharppointed nails (5)
19 Which unit of land measure is approximately a quarter of an acre (4)
21 To get back, is to do what (6)
22 Name an unnaturally highpitched voice in a man (8)
23 Hard-copy photographs are also called what (6)
24 Which nocturnal carnivores have sharp snouts and bushy ringed tails (8)
25 Name a custard-like food made from curdled milk (var. spell.) (6)
DOWN
2 What is a resinous varnish (7)
3 Name the other half of the animated duo ... and Gromit (7)
4 What might we call a thoroughly bad person (6)
5 Which broad earth elevation serves as a defence (7)
6 What describes a product made from clay (7)
7 When one pays regard, or heeds, one does what (7)
13 What is a fire built in the open (7)
14 Name the printing types in which the letters usually slope to the right (7)
Letters have a number value
Some values are in the right hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.
Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.
15 Which term suggests personal liberty (7)
17 When one is fishing, one is doing what (7)
18 What do we call one who makes a garment by interlacing loops of yarn (7)
20 Name an excessive accumulation of serous fluid in a serous cavity (6)
Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.
1 FOPPISH (a) Long-suffering (b) Vain and showy in dress (c) Stingy
2 LATENT (a) Belonging to the side (b) Most recent (c) Concealed
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:
Bird (3)
Forearm bones (5)
Earth Orbit Rendezvous (3)
Ethernet Hardware Address (3)
Forcibly banish (5)
Praise and honour (5)
Sacrificial table (5)
Struck with a hard blow (7)
Suit: “it’s you to a ...!“ (3)
Unspecified article (7)
SUPPORT: Younger onset dementia can have a profound impact on individuals and families, being prepared and informed can help with navigating the challenges. PHOTO: Chokniti studios/ Shutterstock.com
By Dementia Australia
A new guide is now available to support the estimated 29,000 Australians living with younger onset dementia, which is any type of dementia in people under the age of 65 years old.
Dementia Australia CEO professor Tanya Buchanan said dementia can happen to anybody and it is possible to develop symptoms in your 30s, 40s and 50s.
“It is important that people impacted by younger onset dementia can access ageappropriate resources and support tailored to their lives,” she said.
“This guide will provide key information on the impact of younger onset dementia on individuals, families and carers, along with the supports and services available.
“We were proud to develop this guide in consultation with people living with younger
onset dementia, their families and carers.”
Dementia Australia Ambassador Tully Smyth, who cared for her mother Kay who lived with younger onset dementia, said the changes to her family’s lives after diagnosis were immense.
“It felt like an impossibly hard situation with no clear way out, at least not for a very long time,” she said.
A diagnosis of younger onset dementia can have a profound impact on individuals and their loved ones.
Being informed and prepared can help families navigate the challenges and make empowered decisions about care and planning.
People living with younger onset dementia can often experience stigma and unique challenges due to their stage of life.
People can be impacted emotionally, physically, socially and financially.
The guide is now freely available in print and online at dementia.org.au/younger-onsetdementia-guide.
HEALTHY REWARD: A walk can be a healthier reward for your pet than food. PHOTO: Valery Zotev/Shuttertsock. com
Pet obesity is sadly a common yet preventable issue, and it often begins with good intentions.
We all need to shift the way we show love to our pets.
Too often, I see affection getting confused with food.
Love isn’t measured in mouthfuls.
A walk, a game, a scratch behind the ears or simply sitting together can be just as rewarding and far healthier in the long run for your pet.
By replacing food-based habits with connection, enrichment and quality time, we’re not only protecting our pet’s waistline, we’re supporting their whole wellbeing.
To support pet parents, the simple fourstep L.O.V.E. test can help you understand your pet’s weight status at home, as a rule of thumb, you should be able to feel your pet’s ribs without pressing hard, and they should have a visible waist without a sagging tummy.
• L: Locate the ribs. You should be able to feel them without a thick layer of fat.
• O: Observe from above. Your pet should have a visible, defined waistline.
• V: View from the side. Their abdomen should be tucked up, not sagging.
• E: Evaluate feeding behaviour. Are you measuring meals and accounting for all treats?
Here are five further vet-backed tips readers can use today:
1. Calculate Exact Calories: Know your pet’s specific daily needs based on age, weight, and activity.
2. Measure Every Meal: Weighing food is the most accurate way to control intake and avoid “guesstimating.”
3. Switch Out Unhealthy ‘Treats’: Reward with fun and affection, not food.
4. Prioritise an Exercise Plan: Add extra walks for your dog or use puzzle feeders and light games to get your cat “hunting” for their food.
5. Know What’s Normal: Regularly check your pet’s body condition. Sudden weight changes are a good reason to check in with your vet.
By CENTRAL WEST LACHLAN LANDCARE, MARG APPLEBEE
The weather forecast is looking perfect for Homegrown Parkes on Saturday.
If you haven’t already planned your day, now is the time to check out what is happening at Cooke Park, with proceedings kicking off at 9am, with our official welcome.
Parkes Shire Concert Band will be welcoming us all to the Park at 9.10am. We are always proud to be supporting our local performers.
We look forward to welcoming Parkes Dance Co to Homegrown Parkes for the first time! They will be taking the stage at 10.30am, followed by Parkes M and D with a preview of their upcoming production Little Shop of Horrors.
Spicy Mercury will be joining us between 11am and 12.30pm.
Educational Workshops will again be one of the highlights of the next event, highlight-
ing processes for using locally produced food and products with the aim of encouraging locals to have a go and grow in their own backyard... or have readily available in the pantry. Unfortunately our coffee roasting workshop has to be cancelled.
We will still have some giveaways and goodies that we will draw for attendees at the workshop with Phil and Nadia Donato, that will be held at 12.30pm. Join us to learn how
to make Tiramisu!
Register your spot via StickyTickets.
Our Fijian friends will be performing to send us on our way on the main stage at 1.30pm. What a fantastic way to finish the day at Homegrown Parkes.
Homegrown Parkes won the Community Spirit and Inclusion Award at the Keep Australia Beautiful Tidy Towns NSW Awards in 2024, we thought it was only fitting that
when we host the Tidy Towns Awards in October, that we share our event with visitors to our Shire as part of the weekend event.
As part of the Keep Australia Beautiful Tidy Town’s Weekend, we are offering Homegrown Parkes attendees an opportunity to join one of three bus trips leaving from Cooke Park at 2.00pm.
Visit the Galing Gindhay water play park at Kelly Reserve and then on to the Parkes Wetlands – book here. Book at spot on the bus to the Parkes CSIRO Telescope (The Dish) via StickyTickets.
This event is made possible with funding and in-kind support from Parkes Shire Council, Evolution Mining Northparkes operations and Central West Lachlan Landcare.
We look forward to seeing you between 9am and 2pm on Saturday. For further information on this article, please go to www.centralwestlachlanlandcare.org, Twitter, Facebook or Instagram @cwllandcare
CATTLE SALE
No cattle sale due to October long weekend.
SHEEP SALE
Tuesday, 7 October
Yarding 52,600 (up 600)
Numbers remained similar this sale with agents yarding 52,600 head.
There was 35,600 lambs penned and quality was similar to that of previous sales with both well finished and
plainer lambs penned. The usual buyers were present and competing in a firm to dearer market. There was 13,250 new season lambs penned and prices were firm to $4 dearer.
Restockers continue to be active paying up to $245/head for the lighter store types.
Trade weights 20-24kg sold from $250 to $314/head. Heavy lambs received from $300 to $371/head.
Carcase prices averaged 1180 to 1270c/kg. Old trade weight lambs sold from $239 to $290/head.
Heavy lambs to 26kg received from $290 to $320/head. Extra heavyweights ranged from $320 to $375/head.
Carcase prices averaged 1070 to 1260c/kg. The best heavy hoggets reached $300/ head.
Mutton numbers lifted and quality was reduced from the
previous sale with a larger percentage of lighter plainer sheep penned.
Prices remained strong with Merino ewes selling from $171 to $313/head. Crossbreds received from $186 to $325/head with Dorper ewes reaching $295/head. Merino wethers sold from $170 to $220/head.
FROM MLA’S NATIONAL LIVESTOCK REPORTING AGENCY
Farmers are often the first to respond to fires threatening the community, using their own equipment and knowledge of the land.
In recognition of this vital role the NSW Government has announced a new conditional registration scheme that will allow farm firefighting vehicles to legally operate on public roads during bushfire emergencies.
NSW RFS Commissioner Trent Curtin welcomed the reform, noting its timely introduction.
“Farmers know their land better than anyone, and when a fire starts nearby their quick action can make all the difference,” he said.
The reform hopes to encourage farmers to respond to nearby bushfires not only on their own properties but surrounding properties by giving them access to public roads within a defined radius.
This follows recent successful trials involving around 350 farm firefighting vehicles and comes as much of the state enters the bush fire danger period.
Farm firefighting vehicles are often used on private property and are not typically registered for use of public roads.
Under the scheme, farm firefighting vehicles will be eligible for a lower-cost conditional registration, with the first-year cost capped at $209.
In subsequent years the cost could drop to as low as $75.
Vehicles must meet safety standards including secure installation of firefighting equipment and will be limited to emergency use only.
Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison said the reform was born out of firsthand experiences during the devastating 2019-2020 bushfire season.
“We know that in many regional areas, farmers are often the first on scene at bushfires. This change is about ensuring farmers and other road users are safe when they respond to bushfire emergencies,” she said.
The scheme allows farm firefighting vehicles to operate up to 50km from the home base east of the Newell Highway with no distance limit for those west of it.
NSW Farmers president Xavier Martin also praised the move, calling it a long-overdue recognition of the role farmers play in emergency response.
“The best response is a local response to the get bushfires under control as quickly as possible - and we look forward to working with the NSW Government to ensure this registration scheme is fit-for-purpose,” Mr Martin added.
The scheme commenced on 7 October with eligible landholders able to apply and pay their registrations in person at their nearest Service NSW Centre.
More details including eligibility requirements are available on the Service NSW website.
By MADELINE BLACKSTOCK
For the past five weeks, students from Forbes Public School and Forbes North Public School have been coming together every Friday for a special sporting initiative.
joined in on the fun stepping up as referees across a variety of sports, encouraging fair play and building their own leadership skills.
The program has seen students from years three to six enjoying a variety of sports and activities at the Botanical Gardens, Stephen’s Field, the netball courts and the walking track around Lake Forbes.
Forbes High School students have also
Forbes North Public School has said students have embraced the opportunity with enthusiasm, trying out new sports and making the most of the chance to connect with peers from Parkes Public.
The weekly sporting activities aim to promote physical activity as well as encourage students and teachers from the schools around Forbes to build a connection.
By SHORT PUTT
The advent of good weather ensured the Forbes golfers were in good spirits to enjoy their golf and do well. This they did with good scores dominating the leaderboard.
Saturday’s competition was a Canadian Foursomes, sponsored by Peter Dawson. The field of 66 relished the sunny and warm conditions and did very well on the vastly improved greens from last week. And that number proved prophetic.
The Winners were the pairing of Niel Duncan and Stephen Uphill who managed a nett 66. Having similar handicaps ensured the calculations would be easy but also meant their individual play complemented each other.
A bogey-bogey start did not look good but after that they tore through the front-9 with pars and a lone birdie on the 6th hole.
The back-9 was a bit troublesome with a few mistakes creeping in like the bogey on the 16th when Niel’s second shot put Stephen on the 4th tee with the tee sign in his way.
But a birdie-par finish felt good and helped their score.
The runners up were the pair of Sam Williams and Jarrod Andrews.
They managed a nett 66.5 and took the honours on count back from Barry Parker and Bruce Chandler.
Sam and Jarrod started well but they did not fare well on the 6th and 7th holes. Their back-9 was a case of pars interspersed by the odd mistake-ridden hole but they did manage a steady 40-40 split.
The ball sweep went to 68 nett on count back, going to: 66.5 – B Parker/B Chandler; 67 – P Tisdell/W Judge, NJ Morrison/J Sharkey; 67.5 – P Duke/T Sharpe; 68 – A Rees/P Kay, L O’Connor/D Mylecharane, A & L Alley, A Quirk/S Betland.
There were two visitors –Jarrod Andrews (Mudgee) and Jack Sharkey (Dubbo). Both of them did well.
Archie had a good event grabbing the 36-hole Junior Stableford prize. It is crystal ball time: Saturday, 11 October is Round 1 of the Club Champs with Round 2 to be played on Sunday, 12 October, sponsored by Lachlan Commodities. A Daily comp will be played in conjunction with the Championship rounds, sponsored by Green Microbes.
Ladies Golf
This weeks ladies results begin with the Hair With Style sponsored Stableford match played October 1 with play in 2 Divisions.
Deb Tilley was our winner in Division 1 with a solid round of 31 points, Ev Uphill was one point behind with 30.
It was a good day on the greens with ten 2’s scored. The 18th managed five of those while one each went to the 1st and the 3rd.
The 3rd hole Super-Pin went to Ecky Dawson. He was ‘oh so close’ to a hole in one, finishing only 62 cm from the hole.
This followed a birdie on the 2nd hole and it looked like he and partner Todd Callaghan were going to eat the field. But golf had its way and they finished out of the prizes.
Any foursomes event works best for pairings when they complement each other. While there are no ‘required number of drives’ the format does lean towards a sharing of responsibility for all aspects of the game.
The Tee shot is one aspect where complementary skills help.
At the end of the day Stevie G and partner Jeff House shared the drives with nine each.
But it wasn’t until the 16th hole until Jeff House unleashed his pure driving skill.
Alongside them, Jacob Reid was endlessly long all day but partner Jake Banks racked up the ‘frequent flyer points’ with the distance and direction of his drives.
The NTP’s went to: 9th – A Rees; 18th – S Sallaway. Both of them converted for their 2’s.
In any golfing outing there is a certain amount of psychology in how the game is played.
Les Little approached the 9th tee shot with confidence and confidently put his ball into the water.
His partner Frank Hanns felt the pressure on his tee shot and with a tight swing cleared the water but finished just short of the green. Using Frank’s tee shot Les stepped up and with his ‘texas wedge’ played the ball without deviation into the hole for a ‘2’.
The mental pressure was intense.
Harry Callaghan and Cam McMillan had one of those rounds where how they felt about the game did not reflect on the score card.
They bemoaned a ‘rough finish’ when in fact their ‘par, bogey’ par, par’ scores meant they finished on 36 for the back-9 and recorded two birdies previously.
An example of good complementary play was provided by Pete Cowhan and Brodie Hodges.
They managed to ‘eagle’ the 6th hole and followed that with a par on the 7th.
However, this play only partially balanced out the bogeys they had on each of the three par-3’s on the front-9.
Putting seemed to be much better this week across the board, as evidenced by the
upwards jump in the number of 2’s scored.
But some found it difficult to read the green.
There were numerous lipouts or shaved holes which meant that quite a few teams could easily have been three or four shots better.
Jeff House had at least three lip-outs and Jacob Reid had one on the 17th that would have benefitted his pairing.
Some players did play with a heavy burden. Peter Grayson felt good at the outset but somehow managed to ‘do something’ to his back. This meant that he could not swing with a full follow through thus hampering his shot making.
His partner Max Haley was very tired by the end of the day.
Another burden was faced by Jacob Reid and Jake Banks. They stood on the 18th tee needing a hole-in-one to record a ‘101’ score. This was a consequence of a lip-out on the previous hole.
Alas their desire was not fulfilled and they could only manage a bogey.
There was no interest in a Stableford Medley comp on Sunday but a few players hit the course on Monday to compete.
All the participants scored around their handicap with the winner being Adam An-
drews with 37 points.
Brad Ashton finished second on 36 points helped along by an ‘eagle’ on the 8th hole thanks to holing his approach shot.
The NTP’s went to: 9th – H Callaghan, 18th – W Gunn. All these players look in form for the Championships.
Here is the News:
The TaylorMade Equipment Fitting day held on Wednesday, 8 October had good interest.
For those that missed out contact Head Pro Will to get an update on the new goodies.
Players are advised that the Mixed Foursomes Championships originally set for Sunday, 26 October has been moved to Sunday, 2 November. The original date clashed with a Ladies comp so hopefully there will be a good field now.
During last week H/Pro Will took a group to the Young Pro-Am, played over 36-holes.
In blustery conditions the scoring was haphazard at best.
Will finished in the middle of the Pro field which was won by Andrew Evans at 7-under, with the Pro scores extending to 20-over.
The Forbes players, Caleb Hanrahan, Dave Quirk and Archie Quirk, acquitted themselves well.
Division 2 winner on count back was Meg Scholefield with 35 points followed by Shirley Davies also carding 35 points.
Julie Scott was nearest to the pin on the 9th and Jen Fletcher on the 18th.
Saturday 4 October was another Stableford round sponsored by Lindy Pollock with play in one division.
Biggest score on day came from Ann Simmons with 41 points on count back from the sponsor herself with another 41 points.
Jill Cripps was nearest to the pin on the 9th and Sally Crosby on the 18th.
Matches set down for play this week are on Wednesday 8th a 3BBB par sponsored by Verna Lane, Alison Kingston and Denise Squires.
Saturday 11 October sees the first of 4 rounds of the Ladies Championships, Sponsored by Fugen Constructions, Storage Solutions /K &J Stirling.
The 1st round is Monthly Medal and putting Comp, Scratch, Handicap and Stableford.
Sunday 12 October is the 2nd Round of the Championships and the 1st round of the Ladies Veteran Championships in Scratch and Handicap. Vets sponsors are Robcoll.
Until next week good golfing everyone.
In a unanimous vote last Thursday after twin towns vets golf is has been decided that all competitions will now be nominations from 9am for a 9.30am shot gun start in both Forbes and Parkes.
In past year changes to play times were made due to daylight saving, not so now, winter/summer all the same as mentioned above.
This week Parkes will host twin towns and it is hoped that the recent resurgence will continue with 36 players last week in Forbes including Peter Mawhinney from Grenfell and Greg Diner from Peak Hill. Greg has found grass greens
slightly different to his home club’s sand greens collecting the encouragement award the second time is as many weeks.
The punter pal John Milton was as happy as backing a winner collecting the major end of prizes top scoring with 38 points to declare, ‘I didn’t think that would win’.
Played in Forbes John was joined at the trophy table by fellow host club member and equine follower Bruce Chandler who has been in good form of late runner-up with 37 points.
Ball sweep winners to 34 points – 35 Niel Duncan, Steve Uphill, Peter Scholefield, Steve Edwards, Les Little (all Forbes), Peter Mawhinney
(G’F), 34 Rob Staples (P), Warrick Judge, Barry Parker, Ken Walton (F). It was all Forbes with nearest the pin winners Steve Edwards 9th and Alf Davies 18th while no surprise as Forbes again won the twin towns shield with 215 points to Parkes’ 189.
Last Tuesday 12 hole social golfers were treated like ‘kings’ with a barbeque after play along with a coupe of pleasant surprises.
Before the after play activities winner 18 took to the course which is bonding along after recent green renovations where Jeff Moon took honours scoring 26 points due to a four pointer on the last and a countback from the accountant Peter Scholefield.
Tender steaks, sausages, onion and eggs were served along with a selection of drinks thanks to head chef Ken Walton and his assistant who forgot to turn the gas bottle on full throttle for little heat but in the end no complaints.
While the men played golf two ladies joined the lunch with Roz Edwards and Risa Iwabuchi partner of head pro Will Gunn adding class to the occasion. Roz was thanked with a small gift for her untiring works as secretary/ treasure. A small appreciation for a busy lady.
We must add here Roz does have help as husband Steve does an ex-
cellent job as scorer/recorder. As is often stated the Mayoress of Bogan Gate is extremely busy. Roz will not be seen this week at vets golf.
Believe it or not, she is painting the church at ‘The Bogan’.
Not only did Ken show his hand at cooking he gave all a second chance with a mystery draw with vouchers to Woolies. First draw No 5, Ian Thomas, 2nd draw No 7 Warwick Judge. Definite forward thing Ken, thanks from all. Also thanked was Ted Morgan who no matter where he is in the world he sees to it golfers and others get these notes. Reliable as the swing of the Betland brothers.
By TARA SHAW
Wednesday bowls
Word is around if you want to have a game of bowls in company which does not simply rely on winning for a successful morning out Wednesday at the ‘Bowlie’ is for you.
Talents on show are second to none, just ask Sue Smith. Her state championship indoor bowls form was on show last week leading for Peter Mackay to be card draw winners 21-16 over a ‘rusty’ Trevor Currey back from winter holidays leading for Lyall Strudwick.
Sue and Peter led 8-0 after four but were begged back for 10-all after 11.
Six on the next end kicked them away and in the end proved the difference.
Wayne Wright is getting used to winning leading for ‘one down the back’ Kerry Dunstan winning 1311 in 18 over Eddie Gould and Cliff Nelson due to a big lead, 11-2 after 11.
With 30 nominations a game of triples was drawn where ‘Goodnight Irene’ Riley, Phil Bayley and Barry Shine won 18-8 in 14 ends over Lyn Simmonds, Gail McKay and Peter ‘Sid’ Walker on the come-back trail. 6-1 early then 13-6 after 10.
Other games were reasonably close, none closer then the 18-all over 20 ends between Barry White and Phil Hocking who lost the last nine ends 15-2 after leading 16-3 at the end of 11 playing Bill Scott and Don Craft. Bill and Don won the last four 7-0 to just miss.
Therese Davis and Dale Scott won 16-11 in 18 over Bill O’Connell and John Gorton.
It was 5-all after six for Therese and Dale to lead 11-5 after 10. Even on the run home.
Cheryl Hodges and Billy Cowell combined well to win 17-13 in 18 over Ann Nixon and Alf Davies. 6-all after seven, 7-all after nine, with C and B stamping their authority winning the last six ends 9-3.
The last game had the highly talents team of Ann Mackay and Tim Everest judging line and length to give Angela Dent and Noel Jolliffe a lesson winning 23-10 in 18.
They led 9-3 after six to run away on the run home highlighted by a six on end 15.
In-club winners Cheryl Hodges and Kerry Dunstan.
Thursday bowls
A little lighter on numbers this week then usual but still 16 keen bowlers braved the chilly winds and took to the greens.
Wayne Wright leading for Glen Kearney were unlucky when they played Max Vincent and Wayne Burton.
Max and Wayne lead front the start from the jump but Wayne and Glen clawed their way back to trail 10-11 on 15.
Five ends to go and Max and Wayne won 4 of them to win the game 17-12.
Dennis Byrnes and Billy Cowell had a margin of 10 against Ron Thurlow and Bobby Grant.
Dennis and Billy picked up multiples in the first 11 ends to leas 144. Ron and Bobby were able to pick up a valuable points to add to their score but couldn’t get it over the line. Dennis and Billy victors 22-12.
The girls, Tara Shaw and Cherie Vincent were on a roll when they drew Dale Maynard and Viv Russell. 13-1 to the girls on 10, they couldn’t afford to take their foot off the pedal. Viv, bowling with attitude (driving) was very close on multiple
occasions but couldn’t quite get the result he needed.
The girls overall winners 19-13.
Our last was played between Phil Hocking and Laurie Crouch taking on Tim Everest and Dale Scott. 7-6 in favour of Phil and Laurie on 10, this was proving to be a battle of a game.
Tim and Dale won 4 in a row to change positions to leaders and never looked back. Tim and Dale winning the game 19-12.
Resting Touchers: Tara and Billy Cowell. Raspberry: Dennis Byrnes.
Winning Rink: Tara and Cherie. Losing Rink: Wayne and Glen. Jackpot Winner: Viv Russell.
Sunday bowls
We have kicked off the first round of three for the T and M Tyres sponsored challenge and what a great start it was. 32 bowlers playing to gain valuable points to go towards the overall 3 week score.
No strangers to Forbes Bowls and often attending our carnivals, Donna Day and Darren Cassidy from Tottenham joined us on the greens along with another regular visitor to Forbes Bowls, Pod Phillips.
Ange Dwyer and Donna Day drew Daryl Burley and John Kennedy. The girls were infront by 1,
7-6 on 8 and need to keep the momentum going. Daryl and John dug deep during the break and came out to score a 4 and 3 in the second half which contributed to their 1811 win.
It was great to see Peter (Sid) Walker back on our greens after a long break and led for Jason Howell in a great battle against Phil Hocking and Bobby Grant. Sid and Jason leading by 1 at oranges when Phil and Bobby answered straight back. 10 all on 13, Phil and Bobby won the next two until Sid and Jason scored a 2 on the last to even the scoreboard 12 all.
Peter Mackay and Ross Williams just scrapped over the line when they drew Joyce Gray and Al Phillips. 5 all on 8 this could go either way. Peter and Ross just took the lead for a short time until Joyce and Al levelled again on 13. Peter and Ross held on and took the win 1210.
Our biggest margin game was played between Dale Maynard and Scott Andrews against Juss Scifleet and Posso Jones. 9-2 in favour of Maynard and Scotter at the break, Juss and Posso had to re fuel, dig deep and pull out all the tricks.
Unfortunately only scoring 3
points in the back 8, Maynard and Scott sprinted home with a win of 21-5.
Luck was not on Ron Thurlow and Eddie Goulds side when they drew Dennie Byrnes and Cliff Nelson. Eddie and Ron had 7 to chase at the break but Dennis and Cliff held their opposition to only scoring points in the last 8 and Dennis and Cliff won 21-9.
Terry Murphy and Bert Bayley were doing the happy dance of victory when they played Dick Sharkey and Peter Tisdell.
Terry and Bert only scoring singles on the first 8 but it contributed to their 8-3 lead. Dick and Peter tried their best but could only add another 4 points to their score in the second half with Terry and Bert winners 17-7.
One point the difference on Rink 3 when Trish Todd and Mick Merritt just got over the line against Max Vincent and Barry Shine.
What started out as a 1 sided card in favour of Trish and Mick soon flipped and Max and Barry hit the lead on 14.
Max and Barry won the next but Trish and Micks 3 on the last gave them the edge to win 16-15.
Tara Shaw and Darren Cassidy teamed up against Pod Phillips and John Cutler. Pod and John were on fire in the first 8 with Tara and Darren needing to talk tactics during the break to change things around. The tactic talk worked as Tara and Darren wone the next 5 in a row, picking up a 4 and 2 3’s to lead 1712.
Pod and John put their foot flat to the floor and won the last 4 and the game 18-1.
Winning Rink: Dennis Byrnes and Cliff Nelson. Losing Rink: Joyce Gray and Al Phillips.
Jackpot Winner: Dennis Byrnes. Resting Touchers: Bert Bayley, Scott Andrews and John Cutler. No recorded raspberries.
Chicken Raffle Winners: Barry Shine, Peter Mackay, John Kennedy, Scooter, Trish Todd, Jax Murphy, Ron Thurlow, Mick Merritt and Dick Sharkey.
We will be holding the Lindsay Wilding, Clive Herbert and Greg Parslow bowls day again this year and it will be held on Saturday, 22 November. Teams of 3.
More details to follow soon so watch this space.
By TONY BRATTON
The bi-monthly meeting for December 2025 will be held at the Forbes Sport and Recreational Club on Wednesday, 10 December at 8pm.
Results of the Forbes S.S.A.A. sporting shooters .22 calibre rimfire rifle shoot held on Wednesday, 1 October.
The weather was warm with light breeze from the west at 16kph and a temperature of 22 degrees.
The range officer was Bruce Runchel and Scorer was Bruce Runchel.
25M fly target shoot: Bruce Dent, 200/200; John Dean, 200/200; David McCue,
200/200; Lionel Redfern, 195/200 and Jennie Carpenter, 187/200.
50M .22 target shoot; John Dean, 118/120; David McCue, 116/120; Bruce Dent, 116/120 and Jennie Carpenter, 89/120.
75M Bear target shoot; Bruce Dent, 112/120; David McCue, 112/120 and John Dean, 110/120.
100M Feral Cat target shoot; John Dean, 107/120; David McCue, 104/120 and Bruce Dent, 90/120.
Results of the Forbes S.S.A.A. sporting shooters .22 calibre rimfire rifle shoot held on Sunday, 5 October.
The weather was hot with strong breeze from the west to north west at 20kph and a temperature of 24 degrees.
The range officer was Anthony Bratton and scorers were; Ben Smith, John Dunkley and John Dean.
25M .22 target shoot; John Gorman, 249/250; Kris Gorman, 249/250; Courtney Gorman, 249/250; Ben Smith, 246/250; Mia Condon, 244/250; John Dean, 244/250; John Dunkley, 244/250 and Micheal Buttriss, 233/250.
50M Fox target shoot; John Dean, 250/250; Ben Smith, 250/250; John Dunkley, 250/250; John Gorman, 249/250; CourtneyGorman,249/250; Kris Gorman, 246/250; Mia Condon, 239/250 and Micheal Buttriss, 235/250.
75M Mosquito target shoot; Kris Gorman,114/120; Ben
Smith, 113/120; John Dunkley, 110/120; Courtney Gorman, 110/120; John Gorman, 106/120; John Dean, 101/120; Micheal Buttriss, 89/120 and Mia Condon, 74/120.
100M Deer target shoot; John Dunkley, 118/120; John Gorman, 114/120; Courtney Gorman, 114/120; Ben Smith, 106/120; Kris Gorman,101/120; Mia Condon, 84/120 and John Dean, 84/120.
The next Sunday shoot will be held on Sunday, 19 October starting at 10am.
The Centre-fire rifle shoots start at 2pm after the Rimfire shoots on Sunday. Centre fire shoots start at 2pm. Names in by 1:30pm so the targets can be placed on the
Centre-fire range.
All target shooters are welcome to attend these shoots.
Any person wishing to try Rim-fire or Centre-fire rifle or shotgun shooting can attend take part after filling out a P650 form at the club.
Junior shooters must be 12 years or over.
For all information on .22 calibre rimfire shooting contact Wayne Facey on 0414524059, Norm Brook on 0458664541 or Ben Smith on 0427524151.
The next shoot for the Forbes S.S.A.A. sporting clay’s will be their monthly shoot for the Graham West Memorial Trophy on Sunday 12 October 2025 starting at 10am.
This shoot will be a 100 target five stand shoot at the Bedgerabong road range. For all information on clay target shooting contact: Norm Brook, Ben Smith, Tony Bratton on 68523349, Doug Davis on 68523249 or Phil Picker on 68516494. 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 which is a requirement
Members are reminded that Local Range rules apply to the Forbes S.S.A.A. range. S.S.A.A. members should check the Facebook page for shoot details for dates and times.
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“A lot of these events I’ve developed and put together when I was president so it’s great to win,” Lex said.
Trained and driven by Bathurst’s Bernie Hewitt, Sweet On Lexy went into the $30,000 feature race as the $1.15 favourite and while expectations were high with a strong heat performance the weekend before, the race was hard-fought with Sweet On Lexy drawing barrier nine.
“You never know in racing, he
had the form to win but it was a tough run,” Lex said.
Sweet On Lexy is the ninth generation of a mare Lex’s father bought back in 1955.
“We’ve been breeding from that family for 70 years, I’m 72 now so all my life I’ve grown up with that family of horses.”
Sweet On Lexy’s dam, I’m With Lexy claimed the same race in 2017 adding to the emotion of the win for Lex and making this the first time a horse and it’s dam have both won the Canola Cup.
Local contender Denver Colorado, trained by Forbes’ Jason Gaffney and driven by Canowindra’s Mat Rue placed seventh in the highly contested Cup.
The Gundamain Feedlot Canola Cup Gold Consolation was also taken out by trainer and driver Bernie Hewitt, this time with locally owned pacer Watch Me Raider who is raced by Ashley Hazell of Forbes and Dean Nealon of Grenfell.
The day was filled with some incredible racing including a breakthrough moment for Bathurst’s
16-year-old Ella Turnbull who raced in her fourth drive to claim her first career win aboard Kadar in the Cabonne Shire Council and Forbes Livestock Pace.
Kadar is trained by Ella’s dad Josh Turnbull and owned by her mum Jess Turnbull.
Race caller on the day, Craig Dumesny wsaid that was a big effort for Ella considering she has only just started driving.
Other winners in the nine-race program included Tukurua (Harrison Ross), Jasperstimetoshine (Jye
Shevchenko (Jett Turnbull), Reason to Party (Olivia Frisby), Auntie Lou (Isobel
Craig added the Eugowra Harness Racing Club were rewarded for their hard work when a huge crowd attended the famous Canola Cup race meeting.
“There was so much for the patrons to take in,” he said.
“It was a great day with a massive crowd which is pretty significant that Eugowra can still attract such a big crowd to harness racing.”
By ELVY QUIRK
On Saturday, 4 October Aussie Croquet was played. A really nice morning temperature wise.
We welcomed visitors Harrison Toole, Suzanne Theums and Max Theums who are relatives of the Toole family.
Terry Rubie was also visiting his brother Kevin and Sister-inlaw Jill.
Close scores on the day were a 14/13 score recorded when David West and Neville Spry trailed Peter West and Russell Anderson: 14/12 close scores also were recorded by May Jones and John Farah def Marie Spry and Vince Roberts.
Max Theums and Rex Toole def Harrison Toole and Suzanne
Theums.
Vince Roberts (solo) def Allan Jones (solo).
There were also many 14/11 scores: Harrison Toole and Max
Theums def Rex Toole and Suzanne Theums, Bill Scott (solo) def Elvy Quirk(solo), Terry Rubie and Fay Picker def Russell Anderson and Belinda Facey, Elvy Quirk and John Browne def Vince Roberts and Robin Pols, John Browne and David West def Bill Scott and Geoff Coles, Enid Baker and Suzane Theums def Max Theums and Harrison Toole. 14/10 scores as follows: John Browne and Fay Picker def Enid Baker and Peter Mackay.
Kevin and Terry Rubie def Frank Donohoe and Belinda Face.
Kevin Rubie and Allan Jones def Marie Spry and Cheryl Toohey.
Peter West (solo) def David West (solo).
Frank Donohoe and May Jones def Elvy Quirk and Cheryl Toohey, Neville Spry and Terry Rubie def Russell Anderson and Robin Pols. There were also 14/9, 14/8 and 14/7 scores on the day.
Two games on the day were won by John Farah, Bill Scott and Allan Jones.
Allan seems to have it together fresh back from a stint in the mineral pools at Moree.
Golf Croquet was played at Halpins Flat on Tuesday, 7 October when there was an attendance of 32 players.
Once again Max Theums and Suzanne Theums joined us for a game.
A grand runaway score of 12/1 was recorded when Helen Lu-
pis and Russell Anderson trailed John Farah and Geoff Coles.
10/.3 scores were recorded by Neil Riley and Fay Picker who defeated Elvy Quirk and Belinda Facey, Fay Picker (solo) defeated Ray Martin and Wayne Wright. On the day scores of 9/4 were as follows: Fay Picker and Peter West def May Jones and Sally Perry.
Rex Toole and Max Theums def Suzanne Theums and Elvy Quirk. John Farah and Lyall Strudwick def Barbara Bruce and Roma Wicks.
Allan Jones and Robin Pols def Russell Anderson and Helen Lupis. Neville Spry and Ray Burridge def Vince Roberts and Tony Bernardi. Elvy Quirk and Jonn Browne def David Williams and Lyall Strudwick.
Allan Jones and Bill Scott def
Robin Pols and Sally Perry. There were also many 8/5 and 7/6 scores recorded on the day. Three games on the day were won by Fay Picker, Rex Toole, John Farah, Peter West and Sue Wade.
Our Annual General meeting will be held on Tuesday, 21 October after play followed by a general meeting. Membership renewals are due and payable.
On Tuesday, 7 October a small number of members enjoyed lunch at Isabels Place.
Whilst at morning tea a Birthday cake was the order of the day to celebrate birthdays for October as follows: Joan Littlejohn, Lyn Simmonds, Ray Burridge, Neville Spry and Peter Mackay.
Best wishes to all those members.
Family legacy comes full circle in historic Canola Cup win
By MADELINE BLACKSTOCK
Eugowra’s annual day of racing, fashion and celebration was capped off by a historic win in the Kriden Farms 2025 Canola Cup by locally owned three-year-old Sweet On Lexy. Owned by Forbes’ Lex Crosby, who was Eugowra Harness Racing Club president for nine years and now president of the Forbes Diggers Harness Racing Club reflected on the significance of the win.
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Something for the whole family Private Event Packages all
• 6 Thrilling Races
• Fashions on the field
• Bar, TAB & Canteen
• FREE Jumping Castles
• FREE Face Painting for the kids
• Courtesy Bus departing Club Forbes from 12 noon
Saturday October 11, 2025
