The Forbes Phoenix Issue 29

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IMAGE: Forbes High School graduate Isaac Wren’s game ‘The Blended Game Engine’, which will be displayed at Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum and InTech exhibition.

Wren’s Work to be Displayed at Powerhouse Museum Isaac Wren, a Year 12 Forbes High School Graduate, will have his HSC video game project included in InTech 2016 and displayed at Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum.

InTech 2016 is the annual exhibition of outstanding Major Design Projects developed by 2015 HSC Industrial Technology students from Friday 24 June to Sunday 26 June 2016 from 10.00am – 4.00pm daily. In 2015, over 2500 students and their teachers from across NSW visited the InTech exhibition in Sydney.

In addition to the normal InTech Exhibition in 2016, there will be a combined display of HSC Technology projects at the Powerhouse Museum. A limited number of projects from industrial Technology, Textiles & Design as well as Design & Technology will be on display from Friday 26 February 2016 to

Sunday 8 May 2016 at the Powerhouse Museum.

Mr Wren’s Year 12 Major Works, a seven level game with coloured cubes to be picked up and placed on corresponding colours, was chosen for display, in a triumph for the teaching staff involved with the classes.

He said it felt great to have his work on display at one of Australia’s most recognisable museums.

“It’s pretty cool. I wasn’t really expecting it. I didn’t even know there were exhibitions for projects year 12 students had made,” he said.

His area of expertise will be furthered when he starts a three year software engineering degree at the University of Canberra in August.

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Back to School Butterflies MAYORAL NOTES This weekend is the NSW Barefoot Water Ski Forbes Tournament at Lake Forbes Aquatic Centre. Get out there and have a look at all the barefoot skiers in action!

There will also be some locals competing so help cheer them on.

Our first board meeting for Local Government NSW is in Sydney today. There are lots of interesting topics on the agenda with the reshaping of Local Government. I look forward to telling you all about it next week.

IPART has released its draft report on the review of reporting and compliance burdens on Local Government. I am not flicking the football but by golly, the things we have to do for State Government is very costly to our communities and this review is long overdue.

Our first Council meeting for the year is on Thursday, February 18. It is going to be a big day with lots happening at the moment.

The meeting starts at 1pm at the Council Chambers.

Have a great week, stay safe and God bless.

Mayor, Cr. Phyllis Miller OAM

I still get butterflies in my stomach when I think of my first day at school. The anticipation of seeing friends, and a few people I’d rather not face, finding out who my teachers would be, all that homework, study and exams. Ok, perhaps they were knots in my stomach. But those nerves weren’t all bad, they were also about excitement and anticipation for the year ahead.

For over 3.6 million students across Australia heading to primary and secondary school over the next few weeks there will no doubt be plenty of butterflies.

While some students seemingly cruise through the whole thing, whether they’re starting school for the first time, moving to a new school, starting high school or heading back for a new class, some young people find it a very challenging time. And let’s face it, it can be tough for us as parents too.

For some children it’s particularly difficult as they face extra pressures like getting the best grades, or dealing with bullying, and others may be dealing with mental health issues like anxiety or depression.

If you are a young person with something going on, or a parent with concerns about your child, you don’t have to handle things alone. headspace the national youth mental health foundation provides support for young people aged 12 to 25 who are struggling with their mental wellbeing.

Have your say...

Have your say on the issues that affect you and your community. To submit a letter to the Editor email us at editor@forbesphoenix.com.au or mail us at PO Box 251 Canowindra NSW 2804. Letters to the Forbes Phoenix must carry the senders name, home address and day and evening phone numbers. Pseudonyms are not accepted. The opinions and views of readers are not necessarily the views of the staff and Management of The Forbes Phoenix.

General mental health and wellbeing resources can be found at headspace.org.au.

For online and telephone support please visit eheadspace.org.au or call 1800 650 890, which is staffed by qualified youth mental health professionals, and available between 9am - 1am EST. Wishing you and your families a happy and healthy school year ahead - may those but-terflies in your stomach be gentle, kind and full of promise.

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IMAGE: Florist Banksia Grove’s Jacinda Horan with her Calare Small Business Choice award.

Banksia Grove wins 2016 Calare Small Business Choice Award: Jacinda Horan is the owner of Banksia Grove Florist which recently won the 2016 Calare Small Business Choice Award – Think Big Shop Small. The Award was presented to Jacinda by John Cobb MP Federal Member for Calare on Tuesday 19th January. Jacinda received an email notification advertising the award and shared the link with other businesses, friends and family as well as nominating a Forbes business for the award. The award is a people’s choice award with voting completed online. At the presentation of the award Mr Cobb stated that this was the first time that a Florist had been nominated for the award and, subsequently, won. Jacinda was very excited with the award and proudly displays it in her business located in Rankin Street.

Safer Streets Programme funding: Member for Calare John Cobb says local government organisations, community groups, chambers of commerce and eligible incorporated not-for-profit organisations are encouraged to apply for funding under Round 2 of the Coalition Government’s Safer Streets Programme, which closes in just over 2 weeks. $29.4 million is available in individual grants to fund local crime prevention projects to boost safety and deter crime through the installation of security measures such as CCTV and better lighting. “This is an investment in security infrastructure at local crime hotspots, it aims to reduce fear of crime and contribute to greater community safety and resilience in Calare,” he said. “I encourage potential applicants to contact my office to discuss their projects eligibility and to receive all submission details.” To apply, visit: https://www.ag.gov.au/CrimeAndCorruption/CrimePrevention/Pages/ProceedsofCrimeAct.aspx. Applications close 2pm on 17 February 2016.

Free micro chipping day a success: Forbes Shire Council hosted its third free microchipping day last Friday and said it was a great success. Fifty dogs and cats were microchipped thanks to funding Council received through the Responsible Pet Ownership Grants Program to help reunite stray pets with their owners rather than be taken to the pound.Council Ranger Andrew Hubbard said all three microchipping days were well attended.“Hopefully we will be able to continue providing this free service if more funding becomes available.”

Funds raised for SES and RFS: Thanks to the generosity of so many Australians, over $497,000 has been raised in support of volunteer fire brigades and emergency services through Bunnings’ annual Aussie Day Weekend Fundraiser BBQ, held nationally on Saturday 23rd January.

New South Wales residents helped raise over $130,000 and these funds will go directly to local State Emergency Services (SES) and Rural Fire Services (RFS).

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Police Praise Forbes for Behaviour on Australia Day The Lachlan Area Command says there was no trouble during Australia Day festivities last week, and has thanked the people of Forbes for being well behaved.

Forbes celebrated Australia last Tuesday with a festival at Colin McKenzie Park in the afternoon and evening, with the junior and senior Forbes Australians of the Year announced, the Ben Hall Gift being run, as well as dragon boat rides on the river taking place and childrens rides being pre-sent.

But LAC Forbes duty officer Nick Weyland said there were no reports of negative behavior on the day.

“How we gage behavior of people in town is what we call public order offences and assault, and alcohol related offences. There was nothing at all in those categories [between January 23 and 26],” Officer Weyland said.

“I can say we’re more than satisfied with

said the Bunnings team was very pleased to show their support and appreciation for the amazing work these volunteers do.

the way the whole town enjoyed themselves.

There was nothing adverse at all. We didn’t have any drink driving offences either.”

Between January 23 and 26 the NSW Police Forces implemented operation ‘Viking’, which saw additional police deployed across the state during the Australia Day period.

Officer Weyland said additional police had been deployed in both Forbes and Parkes to minimise the chances of incidents occurring.

“We attributed that [good behaviour] to our high profile over Australia Day as well [as residents doing the right thing],” he said.

A huge crowd attended the Forbes Australia Day Festival, with Forbes Shire Council extremely happy with how proceedings went.

They will consider running an event with a similar structure next year after further consultations with the community.

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My House My Home Hozpots More Than Just a Garden Shop As the new year gets into full swing, many people begin to think of new ideas, and this includes new features to their homes.

And when it comes to redesigning the outdoors, Hozpots Garden Centre in Forbes is the one-stop shop for all outdoor setting needs.

Since moving to their new location at 42 Parkes Road, Forbes, Hozpots has been able to expand its business, and have more products available than ever before.

There is an abundance of products available to help furnish the outdoor parts of any home, including pots and pedestals, statues, fountains and birdbaths, terracotta and glazed pots, cast iron doormats, hose holders, wall decorations, urns, peds and fountains.

Add to this furniture items such as table settings and benches, cushions, lanterns, photo frames, mirrors, clocks and lamps, and one would be all set.

There are also African thatch hut kits, ponds and pumps, plants, trees, potting mixes, pebbles and mulch to complete the perfect outdoor setting.

Famed Irish home designer Eileen Gray described people as wanting to make their homes personal reflections of own personalities, but it is an instinct that has curious consequences.

She added it can be a battleground, reflecting conflicts within families, or between client and designer, or designer and architect.

And, occasionally, between all of them.

Hozpots has all the items to make these ideologies a success.

There will be no battlegrounds with the range of items, but plenty on offer to satisy an array of personalities.

Their ‘Garden Chair’ is said to work with a range of large tables to fit four or more chairs, and comes in a range of colours such as sandstone, grey, terracotta or rust.

The ‘Large Table’ can come in the exact same colours for those who like to match, and there are also ‘Garden Settings’ available that come with two chairs and one ‘Provincial Table’. These are also available in a range of colours.

Even for those living in smaller spaces such as apartments or town houses, there are options to dress your place up.

Hotzpots have a wide range of pots and planters which renowned Australian designer Jamie Durie recommends.

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Forbes Receives Three Times the Amount of Normal Rain Rainfall in the last two weeks has seen Forbes record three times its normal rainfall for January, while the month as a whole recorded average temperatures, the Bureau of Meteorology has said.

Forbes Airport, where official weather recordings are taken for the town, received 81.4mm of rain, with the average over the last 20 years since the Airport readings were first launched being just 29.2mm.

The month started with two heat waves within the first two weeks, but ended with wetter and cooler conditions in the last fortnight.

BOM climatologist Aga Turkey said while the month’s weather was variable it was not unusual.

“It was quite variable. Some of these events were quite significant, but when we compare it to the climate record, it’s not particularly record breaking.”

Forbes had a daily average temperature of around 33 degrees, just short of the historical average of around 34 degrees, with the hottest day being 43 degrees on January 13.

Overnight lows stayed right on average at 18 degrees, while the wettest day in town was January 23 when 31.4mm fell.

The current El Nino weather pattern, which normally brings warmer and drier conditions but can still cause rain events, is expected to persist through February before declining in early autumn, Ms Turkey said.

She added we could see more rain events as El Nino begins to decline, with neutral weather patterns expected to follow for the rest of the year, bringing good news to local farmers.

“When we have a break down of an El Nino, it’s not unusual for parts of Australia to get some good falls,” she said.

“Our climate outlook for the next three months is for wetter conditions for Central West NSW.”

IMAGE: More clouds are expected to roll in over the next three months as El Nino declines.

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Helping local cancer survivors set healthy lifestyle goals this New Year With the New Year under way, Cancer Council NSW is encouraging cancer survivors from Western NSW to join its free Healthy Living after Cancer program to get active, eat well and feel better after cancer.

Getting back to a healthy lifestyle after cancer is one of the most important things survivors can do for their health, reducing the chance of the disease recurring, and boosting their overall well-being.

Healthy Living after Cancer is a free telephone health coaching program for any adults who have been treated for cancer, either recently or in the past.

The program will equip participants with their own health coach, who will call them over a six month period to set, and help them reach their physical activity and healthy eating goals.

Healthy Living after Cancer is available to any adult who has completed treatment for any type of cancer, at any time. Those taking part will receive 12 telephone coaching calls over six months from a Cancer Council Nurse or Information and Support Consultant, along with a program workbook.

The program will focus on physical activity, healthy eating and weight management.

For more information on participating in Healthy Living after Cancer call 13 11 20.

FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD 1PM 18TH FEBRUARY PUBLIC WELCOME POSITIONS VACANT PARKS AND GARDENS LABOURER (ENG028) The primary purpose of this multi-purpose role is to assist in all areas of Councils Urban Services which includes the maintenance and upkeep of the towns parks and gardens and sporting fields. Additionally, this position may have the opportunity to operate a variety of Council plant associated with Urban Services. This may include tractors, mowers, chainsaws, brush cutters and the cherry picker.

Enquiries: Danial Speer 6850 2874 Closing Date: 5pm Friday 5 February 2016 LABOURER(S) (ENG019) Council is seeking applicants for the positions of Labourer. The primary purpose of this multi-purpose role is to assist in all areas of Councils outdoor operations which may include concreting, road and roadside maintenance and stormwater drainage construction.

Enquiries: Daniel Speer 6850 2874 Closing Date: 5pm Friday 5 February 2016 To apply for all positions: Visit http://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au/council/positions-vacant.aspx

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF LAKE FORBES AQUATIC CENTRE Forbes Shire Council advises the Lake Forbes Aquatic Centre waterway will be temporarily closed to the general public for the NSW Barefoot Water Ski Club Forbes Tournament from Friday, February 5 to Sunday, February 7. Spectators are encouraged to go along to watch the action and support the event.

REQUEST FOR TENDER NOTICE 2016/1 Extension to the Medical Centre building Tenders are invited for the supply of material and labour for the construction and commissioning of the extension to the existing Medical Centre building. Tenders, addressed to the General Manager, are to be lodged either by hand or by post by 4.00pm Wednesday 24 February 2016. For further information contact Council’s Program Manager, Wayne O’Neill, on 02 6850 2318 or refer to Council’s website www.forbes.nsw.gov.au for the tender documentation. Canvassing of any of Council’s staff or councillors will disqualify tenderers from the tender process. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

REQUEST FOR TENDER NOTICE 2016/2 Provision of Load, Haul and Float Hire Tenders are invited for the provision of Load, Haul and Float hire. Tenders, addressed to the General Manager, are to be lodged either by hand or by post by 4.00pm Thursday 25 February 2016. For further information contact Council’s Manager Engineering Services, Danial Speer, on 02 6850 2874 or refer to Council’s website www.forbes.nsw.gov.au for the tender documentation. Canvassing of any of Council’s staff or councillors will disqualify tenderers from the tender process. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

VEHICLE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST 2014 Kia Carnival S Wagon Plant No. 1470 Rego – CRI45U, 101,000 Km, White, V6 Petrol, Auto, 7 Seater, Towbar, April 14th 2016 Registration. Inspections are available at Forbes Shire Council’s Depot in Bandon St by appointment only. Expression of interest forms are available from the front desk of the town hall building in Court St or from the Engineering Office in Lachlan St and close 5:00pm Friday 16th February. For further information please call Council’s Plant/Purchasing Officer Sam Cunningham on 68502887 or email samcu@forbes.nsw.gov.au

Disclosure Statement of Political Donations and Gifts: The Local Government and Planning Legislation Amendment (Political Donations) Act 2008 states that a person who makes a planning application (i.e DA) or submission to Council is required to disclose reportable political donations and gifts made by any person with a financial interest in the application to a Councillor(s) or Council employee(s) within the past two years. Privacy Notification: Submissions made by Council are considered public access documents under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009.Personal information such as your opinion, name and address may be made publicly available including via Council’s website.

Forbes Shire Council 2 Court Street, Forbes P: (02) 6850 2300 F: (02) 6850 2399 Email: forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au • Website: www.forbes.nsw.gov.au

All submissions to Council should be sent to: General Manager, Forbes Shire Council, PO Box 333 Forbes NSW 2871 After Hours Emergency Number: 1300 978 633

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New Forbes Hospital Forbes Shire Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM Could not be Happier with Forbes Hospital’s $40.9 million Redevelopment.

Work started on the project in 2012 and Mayor Miller said the opening of the new building in January was an exciting milestone for the community.

“The refurbishment of Forbes Hospital has been a long time coming and we are very lucky because as much as it has been called a refurbishment, the Forbes community has a brand new hospital,” Mayor Miller said.

“The redevelopment of the ambulatory services is still underway and is expected to be completed in the coming months.

“As part of the work, it was also terribly important for the community to keep the facade of the previous hospital.

“I can only congratulate the architects on the way they have incorporated it into the new facility.”

Included in the $40.9 million development was a new emergency department, patient unit, birthing suites for maternity services, clinical support services including advanced medical imaging technology, an upgraded ambulatory care unit and expanded renal facilities.

Refurbishments of the ambulatory care unit and renal services are still ongoing, with completion of this expected in the coming months.

The new building began use at the end of last year, but was officially opened on January 19 by Premier Mike Baird, Deputy

Premier Troy Grant, Health Minister Jillian Skinner and Member for Orange Andrew Gee. “With the hard work and dedication of not only our medical providers and doctors, but also through the support of the community, we have been able to maintain our services and have a wonderful new facility,” Mayor Miller said.

“The Councillors and I could not be happier.

“We have worked very hard to attract doctors and health professionals to town through the building of the Apex Medical Centre, providing subsidised accommodation at the Jemalong Regional Education Centre and supporting Yoorana Gunya.

“The number of doctors in Forbes is growing, which is the reverse trend in other rural communities, and it is because of the hardwork and dedication of everyone involved.

“Our new hospital is second to none and it was a very proud moment to be at the opening to see NSW Premier Mike Baird and Health Minister Jillian Skinner officially open the hospital along with NSW Deputy Premier Troy Grant and Orange MP Andrew Gee.” Across the entire Lachlan Health Service, which includes the Forbes and Parkes hospitals, $113.7 million of hospital improvements funding has been spent.

Manager Liz Mitchell has overseen this

spending, and she said the ultimate goal was to provide more holistic, patient-centred care.

“Our ultimate goal is to improve the health outcomes for our patients,” she said.

“We can achieve this with better integration between Parkes and Forbes hospitals using our new and improved facilities and sharing of services.”

“This includes the hospital’s Inpatient and Ambulatory Care services (Ambulatory Care includes Community Health, Physiotherapy, Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Services, Renal and Dental Services) and the hospital and other community health providers such as General Practitioners and non-government organisations.”

Ms Mitchell said the people of Forbes could now access the highest level of care, whereas in the past this was not always guaranteed.

She added the new facilities and technology would provide an improved patient flow, and more open and brighter spaces.

“Now that the new building at Forbes is complete, work has commenced on the refurbishment of our Renal and Ambulatory Care units,” she said.

“With new and improved Ambulatory Care facilities at Forbes, we hope patients will see Forbes Hospital as a place that can help them stay healthy and live well, not just a place to visit when you are sick.”

Member for the Orange Electorate

Andrew Gee MP

Congratulates the Forbes community on the completion of the new Forbes Hospital. Well done!

Authorised by Andrew Gee MP. 123 Byng Street, Orange NSW. Produced and paid for using parliamentary entitlements. February 2016.

Forbes Shire Council congratulates Lachlan Health Service on the opening of the Forbes Hospital.

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TWO DOUBLE PASSES TO NRL PRE-SEASON GAME Newcastle Knights V Canberra Raiders

Saturday, 20 February 2016 at Wade Park, Orange. Gates open at 2.30pm (main game kick off at 6.30pm). Prize includes 2 x general admission tickets to the game (adults or child tickets) valued up to $40.

IMAGE: The crowd dresses up at a previous Bedgerabong Picnic Race day. Fashions on the Field will also run this year.

Bedgerabong all Set for Picnic Races Preparations are well underway for the Bedgerabong Picnic Races on Saturday 13th February, which will this year commemorate the late Stuart Brown, who was Australia’s tallest jockey.

There will again be a six race program, with the feature race being race five- the “2016 The Stuart Brown Memorial Bedgerabong Picnic Race Club Cup”.

While weighing just 62 kilograms, Brown stood a whopping 187cm tall.

Brown tragically lost his seven month battle with lung cancer in November last year aged 43, but not without making his native community in Bedgerabong proud.

He won more than 200 races in a 20year career and his biggest thrill came in winning his first Bedgerabong Cup in 2004 on horse ‘Thuntastique’. He would collect two more.

The gates will open at 11am on February 13 with the first race to commence at approximately 1pm, and the feature race taking place later in the day.

If you are heading out this way, there are buses being provided from Forbes leaving the Forbes Town Hall from 11.30 am to 3.00 pm and returning back into Forbes from 7 pm to 10.30 pm. Should you wish to drive, you head out the North Condobolin Road

for 32 kms. Entry: $15 per person (kids under 15 free) with race books at $5 each.

There are a lot of facilities located on course, and with the entry fee set at just $14.00 per person, this is a great and affordable day out for the family. The children can enjoy a free jumping castle, footraces on the straight after the last race, raffles and a live band - House of Tribes – after the races finish.

The public bar will sell a range of beers, wines, cider, spirits and mixed drinks from 11.30am to 10.30pm. A TAB Van and Bookmakers (Local & Metropolitan) will be on course, as well as various caterers including takeaways, BBQ, coffee & ice cream. Make sure you bring cash with you if you want a bet as there are no ATM facilities on course.

During the day, Fashions on the Field will be judged after Race 5 so if you are interested in participating listen to the announcements on the day to find out how you can be involved. This caters for every age group and every type of fashion. In addition there will be local Bedgerabong hats, caps, stubby holders and bar mats available on the day with an Auction of “Bedgerabong Race Day” merchandise after the footraces.

Complete the below entry form and return it to The Phoenix Office at 65 Gaskill Street, or enter online via our website for your chance to win.

Entries close 5pm, Thursday 18th February Name: Address: Email: Phone:

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BEDGERABONG PICNIC RACES

• Marquee sites available • Fashions on the Field • Free Kids Entertainment • Live Entertainment by local band “House of Tribes”

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No alcohol or glass to be brought onto grounds

Featuring the 2016 Stuart Brown Memorial Bedgerabong Picnic Race Club Cup. Six race program commencing approx 1pm

Why drive and risk it...Shuttle buses to & from Forbes Enquiries phone Angela Darcy 6857 1113 www.bedgerabongraces.com.au

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DESTINATIONS

Rob Priest How long have you lived in or around Forbes? Well later this year it will be seventy years in the Lachlan Valley but only thirty years in good old Forbes.

What do you enjoy about living in Forbes? I have been to places all over the country and a little over seas. Yes we have the best country in the world and Forbes is one of the best. The people are friendly and there is plenty to do. The climate is great. Can you think of any other town with a beautiful walking/bike track ten kilometres around a lake in the centre of town?

FRIDAY 5TH FEBRUARY 10:45am The Dressmaker 1:10pm Sisters 4:50pm Goosebumps 6:50pm Joy 7:15pm The Revenant SATURDAY 6TH FEBRUARY 11am Alvin and The Chipmunks: The Road Chip 12:45pm The Good Dinosaur 2:40pm Sisters 4:50pm Goosebumps 6:50pm Daddy’s Home 8:50pm Sisters

What do you/did you do for work? I worked in a little furniture business for forty one years. Our customers were so nice it was a pleasure to come to work.

What do you do in your spare time/as a hobby? Spare time is a luxury but after the gardening and working at Vinnies I do find a game of bowls lots of fun. I invite anyone interested to try out for bowls any Wednesday at 1pm What would be your dream holiday?

Just a little trip with Sandra in the caravan.

It is a big country and there is so much still to see.

SUNDAY 7TH FEBRUARY 10:50am The Good Dinosaur 12:50pm Goosebumps 2:45pm Star Wars: The Force Awakens 5:10pm The Revenant 7:55pm Sisters MONDAY 8TH FEBRUARY 10:45am Sisters 12:55pm Goosebumps 2:50pm Bridge of Spies 5:25pm The Dressmaker 7:40pm Sisters TUESDAY 9TH FEBRUARY 10:40am Joy 12:55pm Sisters 3:05pm Goosebumps 5pm Bridge of Spies 7:30pm The Revenant WEDNESDAY 10TH FEBRUARY 10:40am Sisters 12:50pm The Dressmaker 3pm Goosebumps 5pm Bridge of Spies 7:35pm Sisters SESSIONS & TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

IMAGE: Forbes local Rob Priest with grandson number 18 Timmy Reid.

WHAT’S Hot The NSW Barefoot Water Ski Club Forbes Tournament is on this weekend, with over 40 barefoot water skiers coming to town.

Community members are welcome to attend the tournament to watch all the action, with a number of viewing areas to be set-up around the waterway.

A coaching clinic will be held for interested participants from 9.30am Friday with competition kicking off from 7.30am on Saturday morning and finishing late Sunday afternoon.

There will also be a demonstration including tricks and jumps by the pro skiers at 5.30pm on Saturday.

IMAGE: Take off with Fiji Airways

We can all now start to plan our holidays for 2016 and there is no better place than to stop into your local Helloworld Travel Agent in Forbes and speak with Alison and her team.

There are many airfares to choose from which are on special, including Fiji Airways with flights to LA return from $944 and Fiji from just $555. If you are thinking Asia, then look into Thai Airways flights to Asia and Europe starting from $764.00.

They also offer a very comprehensive range of 5 star hotels where you can save up to 40% and if you are on a budget then consider some of their top rated hotels which are under $100 per night. Some of these hotels also have some great freebies, including complimentary room upgrades, bonus nights, breakfast, WiFi and more.

For the cruise of a lifetime, there are just so many to choose from and it is best to sit down with your Helloworld travel agent so that they can advise you on what best suits your needs, whether it be sailing from Sydney or the Caribbean.

If you are looking for that special service Helloworld offer a Hotel price promise, 24/7 support whilst travelling and that extra special advice on where to go, what to see and what are the best deals on offer.

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6 Feb 7 Feb 13 Feb Kate Steele-Park, Hannah, Nadine & Alice Mattiske supporting The Full Monty super 8’s cricket team in style.

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Louise and Sarah Simmonds.

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NSW Barefoot Water Ski Club Forbes Tournament: Forbes Aquatic Area – Ski Lake. Friday from 8.30am; Saturday & Sunday from 7.30am. Annual Forbes Country Tournament with local barefoot waterskiers competing against NSW Club members and interstate competitors. Contact Jim Cronin 0428 483 556 **Please note the Forbes Aquatic Area will be closed to the public during the tournament**

Blink 182 Tribute Show: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 8pm.Tickets $10 pre-sale; $15 at door. See the band cover all the hits of the punk rock legends including the smash hit “All the Small Things” Forbes Country Music Muster: Forbes Memorial Services Club, 1pm. Cost: $5 Adults, Children free. Lucky door prizes and raffles on the day.

Bedgerabong Picnic Races: Bedgerabong Race Track. Gates open at 10am. The six-race program starts approximately 1pm. Adults $15; children under 15 free. The feature race this year will be called the Stuart Brown Memorial 2016 Picnic Race Club Cup. A full TAB, tote betting and bookmakers on course. The canteen and bar will be open throughout the day and evening. Entertainment by local band House of Tribes will follow the race program into the evening. Fashions on the Field, auction and raffles, as well as entertainment for the kids including free jumping castle and foot races. Shuttle buses will be operating between Forbes and the racecourse at a cost of $7 per person. Those wishing to book a tent or marquee site are encouraged to get in early and reserve a spot by contacting Tom Simmonds on 6857 2128.

Old Time New Vogue Dance: Forbes Town Hall, 7pm, $10. Music by Phil Redenbach. Ladies please bring a plate for supper. Contact Elvy Quirk 6852 2919.

Hogs for the Homeless Tour of Country NSW: Forbes Services Memorial Club, from 6.30pm, $20 per person (adult/child). Brad Fitler has partnered with Harley-Davidson to support Father Chris Riley’s Youth Off The Streets campaign. The 2016 tour will kick off in Forbes at the FSMC. For more information contact the FSMC on 6852 1488.

Foster Families Support Group: Forbes Youth & Community Centre, 10am – 12 noon Morning Tea. For all foster and kinship carers in the local area.

Children welcome. Contact: 0428 738 172 World’s Greatest Shave Info Night: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 6-7pm.

The World’s Greatest Shave is coming to Forbes! Are you thinking about shaving, colouring or waxing your hair for the Leukaemia Foundation in March? Come down and find out all the information you need to have an awesome shave; find out how the money raised helps people with blood cancer; meet some of the team and get your questions answered. For more information contact Glen Mountfield on 0481 009 748 or email gmount-field@ leukaemia.org.au.

Lions Club Car Boot Sale: Lions Park, 8am - 1pm. Stalls $10. Contact Peter 0468 819 659 or Robyn 6851 2209.

Market Day: Handicraft Centre, Lachlan Street, from 9am. Items for sale include jams, preserves, home grown fruit and vegetables, plants, handmade clothing items, woodwork and other handicrafts. Contact Kathy Bray 0448 453 776.

Forbes Widows Support Group Luncheon: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 12pm. Open to any widow or lady who feels house-bound and would like to meet new people and enjoy companionship. The RSL Bistro will be open and any dietary requirements or smaller meals are available. Transport available, contact Maria Peterson 6851 2716 or Dorothea Croker 6851 4781.

Aboriginal Community Workshop: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 10am3.30pm. Elders, Traditional Owners, LALC’s and members of the Aboriginal community are invited to participate in consultation workshops run by the Department of Primary Industries Water, Aboriginal Water Initiative Program throughout South West NSW. Interested community members are encouraged to register for the workshops by contacting Lillian Moseley on 0459 840 781 or Lillian.Moseley@dpi.nsw.gov.au.

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QUESTION of the week Do you thinks Forbes can put on a good show or event?

IMAGE: Red Bend Catholic College is hopeful for another successful year.

Red Bend College Set for Another Successful Year Red Bend Catholic College principal Br Michael Flanagan says the implementation of a number of programs this year should see his school succeed academically once again.

His school achieved great results in last year’s HSC, with 12 students picking up 22 band sixes (a mark of above 90) across 14 separate courses, while 52 students collected 150 band fives (a mark between 80 and 90) in 27 courses.

While Br Michael said the programs he would implement this year aimed at maintaining high results, he stressed the most important aspect was each student getting the best out of themselves.

“Our normal goal is to offer an environment here where kids can learn, to be challenged to learn more, and each is encouraged to do their best,” he said.

“They don’t have to get extraordinary results, but they have to get results that are good for them. That’s what we want.”

Programs in use at Red Bend this year include teacher educator, blocking students in ability groups, FastforWord, and the parent French course.

The blocking students in ability groups system brings students of similar ability into one class, which Br Michael said

would create extra but smaller classes for his school.

He believes the blocking students in ability groups system will bring the best out of students who are excelling and those who are developing.

“We believe if we can put kids of similar ability together they’ll learn better and people can focus their education of strategies more at one group of kids rather than trying to find a middle all the time when you’ve got a big range of kids,” he said.

“It’s particularly important for those who are really bright, but for those who really struggle it’s also important.”

“They can move up and down classes as well. They’re not stuck where they are forever.”

The FastforWord program, based on neurological science, is computer based, and targets particular areas in students that need intense development.

For the first time a teacher educator has been appointed at Red Bend College, a move Br Michael said will improve teacher performance, and as a consequence, student performance.

It’s a continual professional development if you like,” he said.

By Joshua Matic

Yes, I think Council can put on good shows for the community. Kirah Beaumont.

I think Forbes can put on a good show. We have nice parks and space for them. Ros Bell.

Yes, we can do it. There are some good spots for them. Rad Stevens.

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Forbes Sport 1 week football boot sale starts Monday 8th February Up to 60% off leading brands Nike, Asics, Adidas, Puma, Blades, SfidA and more.

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IMAGE: Kristy Smith is pictured with some of the children eager to register on Saturday. Photo: Anita Morrison.

Forbes Basketball Association Resurrects The Forbes Basketball Association will rise from the ashes this year and restart competition after 15 years in the wilderness.

The re-establishment of the association has been nine months in the making, after a number of now current committee members came together with their children wanting to play basketball.

Officials from Basketball NSW attended a meeting with them last year and gave them recognition, and competition is expected to start in the coming weeks.

A registration day was held last Saturday where around 40 people registered, and it is hoped the same number will register again this Saturday.

Games will be held at the South Circle sports fields basketball courts and age divisions will be 10 years and under, under 12s,

under 14s, under 16s and under 18s.

At this stage divisions will depend on player numbers, and there will only be junior teams.

Association committee member Gavin Montgomery said competition would run during school terms throughout the year.

“We’re going to run a three on three [players on court] competition in the first term before we move to full teams [five on five] in the winter competition in terms two and three,” Montgomery said.

The association has received various grants to help kick-start competition, and will spend funding from Member for Orange Andrew Gee’s office to build lights at the basketball courts, enabling night competition.

By Joshua Matic

Forbes Super 8’s Go Down to the Wire Forbes Cricket Association President, Wayne O’Neill, was very happy with the attendance at the Super 8’s Cricket Day held last Saturday.

Team and player numbers were similar to that of previous years with 21 teams and 200 players enjoying the day.

Most of the games were closely contested and played in good spirit and sportsmanship.

Many of the teams included younger players with a lot of father/son combinations.

O’Neill was pleased to see so many junior players in the 15-16 years age group participate in the day, including his own son who was instrumental in the win which his team had over his father’s side.

Well known cricket supporter, George Falvey, did a great job running the competition for the day and was happy to explain how the Super 8 competition operates.

Each game consists of 16 overs with

each side bowling eight overs each.

A run is worth one point and 10 points are recorded for every wicket claimed. For and against results are taken in consideration when determining ladder positions.

Teams played a round robin within the two division on the day, A & B Grade, with the top two teams in each grade playing off in the Grand Final.

A couple of late storms did not dampen the spirits of players and PFS defeated One More Again in the A Grade final while Dirty Mike & the Boys took out B Grade over Don’t Blush Baby.

A friendly grudge match between Forbes Livestock and Jack & Greenhalgh came down to the last ball with Jack & Greenhalgh needing four runs to win, but they could only manage a single, giving Forbes Livestock the game and the pot, or esky as it was.

By Anita Morrison

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IMAGE: Henry Hodges plays a shot while batting in the Forbes Super 8's competition last Saturday. Photo: Anita Morrison.