The Forbes Phoenix Issue 42

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A Very Special Day

On Wednesday May 4, Red Bend Catholic College hosted the Forbes Special Sports Day. Groups of very excited athletes attended the day and relished in the time of competition and friendship.

Athletes came from across the Central West, including Dubbo, Forbes, and Condobolin. Dianne Decker, a Forbes local has been organising the sports days for thirtyfive years, with Wednesday 4 May being its birthday. Mrs Decker had written to Prince Harry to invite him to the event, and whilst he unfortunately was unable to make it, there were plenty of visitors. The sports day was held in the gymnasium at Red Bend Catholic College, with athletes cheering from the side-lines whilst their friends competed.

Forbes Deputy Mayor Graeme Miller, and Deb Wheeldon, director of Teaching and

Learning at Red Bend College, judged the march, which was won by Dubbo Westhaven, with Brian Tisdale, resplendent in a kilt playing the bagpipes. A large group of friendly Red Bend Catholic College students gave up their time to be judges and recorders for the event, and a canteen supplying an assortment of foods was open.

Whilst the day was a time of competition and sports, its mainly a social day, and one which was eagerly anticipated by all who attended. Stacey from House With No Steps was excitedly waiting for the walking race and was hoping to win it! Nathan Ellison, also from House With No Steps was planning to compete in four separate races, and sat watching from the side-line, waiting for his turn. A fantastic day of sports and friendship was had by all.

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SNIPPETS... was appointed to the position and officially welcomed by Mayor Phyllis Miller and Councilors at the April general meeting of Council. The Forbes Phoenix would like to welcome Mrs Coe to her new position. We will have more information as it comes.

IMAGE: Welcome to the world, Felicity Jane McKenzie!

Stork News: The Forbes Phoenix would like to congratulate Melanie Suitor, Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer for the Parkes, Forbes & Lachlan Shire Councils, on the recent birth of her baby girl! Felicity Jane McKenzie born the morning of April 27, weighing 7lb. “Mum and Bub are doing well,” Mrs Suitor said. We wish Melanie and Felicity all the best, and look forward to welcoming Melanie back after her maternity leave!

Forbes Widows Support Group news: Forbes Widows Support Group met for their monthly Luncheon on the 26th March at the Forbes Services Memorial Club, our Birthday lady was Robyn Wilson and our March Quote was given by Dorothea Croker ‘Friendship doubles our joy and divides our sorrow’. We welcomed Sandra Albertson for the first time and Monica Wren from the Home and Community Care who spoke to the ladies about a planned bus trip out to Trundle on the 11th May. Our next Luncheon is on 24th May.Contact Maria Peterson on 6851 2716 for details and/or transport.

New Director of Corporate Services for Forbes: The Forbes Shire Council welcomed their new Director of Corporate Services on Monday, Mrs Alison Coe. Mrs Coe

Battle against wild dogs: Member for Orange Andrew Gee has announced a major on-ground offensive against wild dogs in the Orange electorate during this autumn season, providing great relief to local livestock producers across the region. “In order to combat the devastating impact that wild dogs have in the Orange electorate, the NSW Government has put in place a comprehensive program to support around 3000 properties across the state,” he said.

Tertiary Day: On Tuesday the Forbes High School hosted the annual Tertiary Day. Over 35 Universities and private employment providers attended the morning and provided local High School students from throughout the Central West information of further education and employment opportunities. Year 10, 11 & 12 students were eager to gain information on career opportunities and how subject selections for Year 11 & 12 could assist. The day rotates each year between Forbes High School and Red Bend Catholic College.

IMAGE: The Councillors of Forbes Shire officially welcome new Director of Corporate Services, Alison Coe.

MAYORAL NOTES Forbes Heritage has been a great success and for those who were able to get along to the events, there was plenty happening. A lot of hard work was done by various community members in bringing Forbes Heritage together. Their dedication and stewardship to our heritage is second to none.

One of the events I attended was the unveiling of the Discovering Our Doctors interpretive panels at the Forbes Medical Centre.

Dr McDonnell and Dr Palmer were both recognised and it was really interesting to hear from one of the medical students from the University of Wollongong, Tristan Scott, who is also Army Reserve personnel. Dr McDonnell was a medico in the Boer War and World War I and Dr Palmer was a medico in World War II. Tristan related his experience to the evolution of medicine and how the compromises you make while out in the field have become innovative medical practices.

Another great event during Forbes Heritage was Rob Willis’ Down Memory Lane walking tour on Sunday. I have had numerous people tell me how good it was and hopefully Rob will be able to do a few more tours next year!

I was privileged to attend the Forbes Heritage Awards Presentation Evening on Tuesday night. It was great to see so many people in attendance as well as a great showcase of artwork from both young and old. The prestigious Forbes Medal was awarded to ‘Our Anzacs’ Centenary Exhibition at the Forbes Museum, which was just wonderful.

The Heritage Volunteer Award recipient was John Fisher, whose historic machinery displays have become something of an institution in Forbes.

Have a great week, stay safe and God bless.

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Westpac To Help Community For 200th Birthday Forbes CANASIST Benefit Community groups and charities in Forbes are being asked to make themselves known to the local Westpac branch, as it looks to find the right organisation to give $500 to.

The ‘Community Cash’ project was undertaken by the banking giant to celebrate its 200th birthday a year early.

Each branch across regional NSW will be giving away $500 to community groups and charities that write to them to express interest in claiming the cash.

A group of local staff from each regional branch will take each expression of interest in to consideration, and determine which organisation would benefit the most with the money.

With the Forbes branch of Westpac looking to determine a winner in Forbes at the end of next week, local organisations are being encouraged to get their expressions of interest in as soon as possible.

These should included details about the organisation, what they do, and why they need the money.

Forbes branch Manager Shannon Crowley, the person organisations need to email, said the project was a great concept, as it was local people who decided the winner of the money.

“These expressions of interest are not

going to be sent off to Sydney or anywhere else. They’ll be judged by staff at our branch, who are locals, and who have a good idea of how this money could be best used,” he said.

In a statement, Westpac said: “The oldest bank and company in Australia turns 200 next year, and they are giving away cash through local branches to celebrate.

Westpac Bank completes the milestone in April next year and has decided to help out a local Forbes charity or not-for-profit community group.”

Email Shannon on shcrowley@westpac. com.au or if you have any questions call him on 68501554.

By Joshua Matic

IMAGE: Forbes Westpac Branch Manager Shannon Crowley is ready to give away $500 to a local community group or charity. Photo: Annelise Stephenson.

From Debutante Ball

On Saturday 30th April, six stunning young ladies and their handsome partners took centre stage at the Charity Debutante Ball which they organised to provide support for Forbes CanAssist. The group conducted fundraising barbeques at Woolworths and Bernardi’s as well as drawing the Monster Garden Raffle on the night. Through their fundraising efforts they have raised in excess of $1700 dollars and a cheque presentation will be arranged once profits have been finalised. Rachel Wythes choreographed the groups dance and their performance delighted their family and friends.

Sophie Nash and Lewis Little were the perfect Flower girl and Page boy as they led Tahlia Nash & Warren Baxter, Grace Quirk & Hamish Coles, Isobelle Herbert & Daniel Ashcroft, Jessy-Lea Byrnes & Nicholas Mulligan, Finnlay Bennett & Issac Carlisle and Chelsea Turner & Cody Banks for the presentation ceremony to Damian Byrne.

Finnlay Bennett drew the raffle with Karen Norris winning first prize. Grace Quirk spoke on behalf of the group and thanked all of the people who helped to make the night so memorable. She spoke of the origins of their chosen charity, CanAssist, and the support that the Forbes branch provides to local cancer patients and their families.

FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD 9AM TUESDAY 17TH MAY PUBLIC WELCOME WASTE TO ART 2016

FORBES RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY GARDEN WORKING BEE

Waste to Art 2016 is fast approaching. The exhibition will be on Friday 27 May from 12:00pm – 3:00pm, and on Saturday and Sunday 28 and 29 May from 10:00am – 2:00pm, in the Forbes Town Hall. The opening and awards night will be on Thursday 26 May from 5:30pm onwards. Everyone is invited to submit works, with the competition not just open to professional artists. With up to $100 prize money up for grabs in each category, there’s an opportunity for everyone. Entries to the exhibition are to be submitted to the Forbes Town Hall on Monday 23 May no later than 4:00pm, and must include an appropriate entry form and personal details. Entry forms and associated material can be obtained from the Forbes Council desk at 2 Court St. The theme of the competition this year is waste tyres, although that still allows works from all other waste types to be submitted. Winners of the Forbes competition will go on to compete in the regional competition, which is this year at Condobolin.

For more information, please contact Council on 6850 2344 or hop onto Forbes Shire Council’s website at forbes.nsw.gov.au.

The Forbes Riverside Community Garden is having their fourth working bee of the year next Saturday 7 May. It will be from 9:00am until midday down at Community Garden HQ on Reymond St opposite the Apex Caravan Park. It will include a small morning tea and meeting of the Community Garden’s members, so this will be a great way for people to learn about what goes on at the Community Garden and to sign up for membership if interested. There are also garden beds available for anyone who wishes to join the Riverside Community Garden, with a $20 annual garden bed rental for each garden, and a $10 membership fee if people are not yet members. With garden beds available, it’s a perfect time to come to a working bee and get started on growing your own vegies! For more information, please contact Forbes Shire Council’s Environmental Services and Planning Department on 02 6850 2344.

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2014 Holden WN Caprice Plant No. 1486, Rego – CVJ42X, 46,000 Km, White, V6 LPG, Auto, April 14th 2017 Registration. Expressions of interest close 5:00pm Friday 6th May 2013 Toyota Kluger KX-S 7 Seater Wagon Plant No. 1438, Rego – CHV14A, 37,500 Km, White, Petrol, Auto, Tow bar, April14th 2017 Registration. Expressions of interest close 5:00pm Friday 13th May. Inspections are available at Forbes Shire Council’s Depot in Bandon St by appointment only. Forms are available from the front desk of the town hall building in Court St or from the Engineering Office in Lachlan St. For further information please call Council’s Plant/Purchasing Officer Sam Cunningham on 6850 2887 or email samcu@forbes.nsw.gov.au

Forbes Historic Railway Station operates as an Information Centre daily from 9am – 5pm (including weekends providing information on Forbes and our surrounding areas to both visitors and our local residents. The centre is primarily run by a group of wonderful volunteers, however we have room for more! If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, we would love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Jade McGovern or Elva Fuge at the centre on 6852 4155.

COUNCIL IS SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES

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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A Super Mega Fun Day

Forbes Youth Week 2016 kicked off on Wednesday May 4 with a Super Mega Fun Day held at Forbes High School.

The council initiative is a recognition of our youth, and the contribution they make to the community. As the name suggests, Super Mega Fun Day is all about fun, and plenty of it was happening at Forbes High School. The Forbes Shire Council provided a range of activities for the students, as well as a sausage sizzle. Clarissa Stewart, the Forbes Shire Council’s Youth Development Assistant, and Blake Nicholson, the Forbes Shire Council’s Community Relations Officer cooked up 700 sausages to serve to the hungry students.

School Principal, Charles Dwyer, explained “the idea of the games is to get the kids interacting together, and the awards, on Thursday 5, are to recognise achievement across various categories, not just for Forbes High School, but across the town”.

The Mega Fun Day is all about inclusion, and students enjoyed the social time with not only their peers, but also the staff.

An officer from Forbes Police turned up to support the Mega Fun Day, remarking that it was a positive event for youth week, and a good time to interact and get to know the kids. Students enjoyed the police presence and had many questions.

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A representative from Forbes Shire Council attended the day to talk to interested students about the new rubbish bin collection system in Forbes. He gave away water bottles and keyrings, and was available to answer questions.

The activities were popular, with mechanical bull riding, inflated glove wrestling, sumo suit wrestling, and others. The mechanical bull proved to be a real challenge throwing students off at varied time intervals onto the inflatable bull pit. Students were having a ball, enjoying the sunshine, sausages and activities.

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Mother’s Day Walk The second annual Mother’s Day walk will be held this Sunday at Lake Forbes, and will be raising money for the Breast Cancer Support Group.

The walk, which raised around $2000 in it’s first year in Forbes last year, will start at Lions Park, and make its way around Lake Forbes along a 4km route.

With 71 walkers participating in the annual event last year, Forbes Breast Cancer Support Group Coordinator Yvonne Shaw said it was hoped a similar number would walk again this year.

“It’s a great walk for a great cause, and all proceeds go towards the Breast Cancer Support Group,” she said.

“Everyone who participates will also receive a medallion for their efforts. Besides the walk, on the day, we will also have a raffle, and prizes will be on offer for the best dressed couple and the best dressed boy and girl.”

While pre-registration online ended on Wednesday night, people can still register for the walk on the day, with adult entry fees selling for $25, while children and concession can participate for $15.

Family passes are also available. The event will start at 9am.

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WHAT’S Hot Come and support some local artists in the Country Music Talent Quest at the Forbes Services Memorial Club, Friday May 6 from 7pm and Saturday May 7 from 9am.

“Vintage Four” will be the backing band for entrants. Friday night will see “walkups” and the band will play a few tunes. Saturday’s event will run from 9am. Entry forms are still available if you wish to enter the Talent Quest. Entries will be cut off at 130.

Contact Helen Field on 0411 375 836 to register and for more information.

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Brittany Huxley, Norma and Erica Stevenson, and Jessica Farrar enjoy Forbes High School’s Tertiary Day last Tuesday. Photos: Anita Morrison.

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WHAT’S On

6 May

Forbes Country Music Club Talent Quest on from 7pm, and Saturday 7 May from 9am at the Forbes Services Memorial Club. Admission $5. To register, contact Helen Field on 0411 375 836.

6-7 May

Forbes Country Music Club Talent Quest at Forbes Services Memorial Club. Friday night will start with welcome to all and Walk Ups on the night.

Saturday starts at 9.00am sharp for the day’s competition.

7 May

Trundle ABBA Festival @ Trundle and Berryman Oval, Trundle. From 10am – midnight get ready for Supertroopers, Money Money Money and Dancing Queens in an all things ABBA day! $50pp, under 18s free. Call Gary on 0429 523 211.

8 May

Mother’s Day Classic Walk Around the Lake. Contact Yvonne Shaw on 6852 4267.

8 May

Forbes Diggers Harness Racing. Forbes Showground,1.30pm. Cost: $8 adults, $4 concession; FSMC members free.

8 May

Mother’s Day Lunch/Dinner. Forbes Services Memorial Club from 12pm.

Spoil mum with a delicious lunch or dinner at FSMC. Barry Green will be performing to make mum’s day. For more information contact the club on 6852 1488.

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‘Join The Walk.’ Charity walk from Parkes to Canberra to raise money for brain cancer research. If you’d like to sponsor a walker or be involved call Anne Marie on 0455 93 6469.

13 May

Adam Harvey Forbes Services Memorial Club. Doors open 7.30pm, show 8pm Cost: Adult $24 (member), $27 (nonmember); Children $12 (member), $15 (non-member) Australia Country Music Star Adam Harvey is bringing his new tour and latest al-bum to FSMC! For more information contact the club on 6852 1488.

14 May

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

14 May

Roydon Donohue: Forbes Services Memorial Club Time: From 8pm in the Lounge Bar FSMC crowd favourite returns. Relax, unwind and let Roydon entertain you. For more information contact the club on 6852 1488.

15 May

Mater Fete: St Laurence’s Hall from 10am. Lots of goodies to pick up, cooking trading table, crafts and handmade items, fresh produce and more. Morning tea will be available for a small donation. For more information contact Jean Sweeney on 6852 2375.

17 May

Foster Families Support Group: Forbes Youth & Community Centre, 5pm – 8pm. For all foster and kinship carers in the local area. Children welcome.

Sausage Sizzle will be provided. Contact: 0428 738 172.

20 May

JRV Trivia Night: Jemalong Residential Village, 240 Edward Street, Forbes, 7pm.

21 May

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.

21 May

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

21 May

Jade Martin Band: Forbes Services Memorial Club, from 8pm in the Lounge Bar. The band is coming back to FSMC and they are ready to rock! For more information contact the club on 6852 1488.

Darren Bell, Finnlay Bennett and Jessy-Lea Byrnes at the Forbes High School Tertiary Day.

Immogine Turner, Jessica Krebs and Maddison Cusack, of Condobolin High School, enjoy the Forbes High School Tertiary Day.

Don Rath, John Farrah, and Chris Sweeney admire a vintage tractor as part of Heritage Week festivities last weekend.

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Summit To Provide Huge Opportunities Young Shire Mayor Brian Ingram says there is a massive opportunity for businesses from right across the Hilltops region to expand their businesses overseas, following the announcement of the Hilltops Regional Export Summit to be held on May 13.

The Summit will be held at Young Services Club from 9am to 3.45pm and potential Asian exporters and all other interested people are invited to attend.

The summit follows the announcement of international flight services by Singapore Airlines into Canberra in September, which has been described as being a game changer for potential exporters.

The summit is a joint NSW Department of Industry and Young Shire Council initiative and is open to all potential exporters and anyone wanting to understand more about Asia, selling products to China and marketing to the Chinese in general.

Independent and government specialists in the field of Asian and International trade, farm business, overseas cargo and airfreight are among the line-up of distinguished speakers to address the meeting.

The summit has been welcomed by Cr

Ingram, who said he was pleased such an important event was being staged in the region.

“Trading into Asia will be a long term process, but this is about making businesses aware of the possibilities that can become available to them as a result of Singapore Airlines announcing direct flights in and out of Canberra,” he said.

Young Economic Development Committee (EDC) Chairman Ian McAlister said the wider Hilltops region had so much to offer to potential Asian markets, and that local businesses should attend the Summit to look at taking advantage of this.

Australian Business Consulting and Solutions will be one of the independent businesses with Asian market expertise at the summit, and Export Growth China program Senior Manager Sara Cheng said her business will discuss the processes of getting into the Chinese market.

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Magpies Look Ahead To CYMS After Perfect Start To Season

IMAGE: Mens President Andrew Cogswell (left) congratulating the Pro-Am Winner Dave Merriman (middle) , with his playing group Shane Sallaway, Peter Dawson and Andrew Dukes. Photo: Supplied.

Professional Golf Reappears At Forbes

Professional golf returned to Forbes last Friday, its first appearance since the late 60s and early 70s, and it proved to be an outstanding success.

Playing in the E-Z-Go Legends ProAm, David Merriman from Royal Pines in Queensland and formally from Boorowa, came out winner with 6-under par 66.

The professional tournament, for players aged 55 years and over, also included amateurs from across the district resulting in a full field of 120 plus with play from 8.30am to 10.30am on the 1st and 10th tees.

Like all players Merriman was highly impressed with the Forbes course. “What the club here has put on is excellent, the course is a credit to the outdoor staff and volunteers who help out,” he said. “The speed of the greens which have a good cover of grass really impressed me, they were excellent and putts kept their line. I can see this tournament growing in years to come,” he added.

Runner-up with 3-under par 69 was Peter Woodward from Berwick, Victoria. Third was touring professional Glenn Joyner from Melbourne while fourth place was shared by local amateur Steve Betland and Allan May from Thornleigh, NSW. With a total purse of $11,000, Betland would have picked up a cheque of $625.24 if eligible.

Betland wasn’t the only local player to collect a trophy with several others taking home spoils in A, B and C grades plus Ladies.

Forbes golfing ladies continued the trend of major events, staging their Open Tournament last weekend with Duntryleague Orange member Susan Fenwick winning the individual competition on Sunday with a score of 83 in Division 1.

Other winners were: Division 1 - Handicap was won by Heather Davidson (Forbes) with 73 nett.

Division 2 - Scratch Cookie Dobell (Cowra) 93, Handicap Verna Lane (Forbes) 75.

Division 3 - Scratch Jean Judge (Forbes) 110, Handicap Briana Duncan (Forbes) 75.

On Saturday the Mens competition was a Stroke event. The A-division Winner was Jordan Brett with 68 nett, with Runner-up Todd Callaghan on 69 nett. The B-Division honours went to John Ridley, who scorched around in 63 nett, a long way ahead of Stuart French on 72 nett.

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The Dubbo CYMS may have won the last two Group 11 competitions, but the Forbes Magpies will be confident of an upset, after smashing the Wellington Cowboys 48-10 last week.

That performance followed an equally as good defeat of Dubbo Westside in round one, with the black-and-white side triumphing 52-22.

It has been an almost flawless start to the season by the Magpies, who have already scored 100 points in just two rounds, and have charged to the top of the ladder.

While CYMS will be no easy-beats, having downed Narromine 64-10 last week, the Magpies forwards have been able to dominate their opposition in both matches so far this season, and Magpies Director of Coaching Cameron Greenhalgh said this would make them a tough side to beat.

“We’ve probably got one of, if not the best, forward packs in the competition,” he said.

“Once they get a bit of a roll on, they’re pretty hard to pull back. We’ve probably just got to start playing off the back of what they do, and we’ll put on a little bit more.”

“If they can keep that going for the full 80 minutes, Forbes will be pretty hard to beat.”

Greenhalgh said CYMS were a big and mobile side that had great line speed, and the Magpies had to match that to take the two points.

“We’ve got to control the ball and keep the football off them as much as we can, and try to tire them out with our big forwards, and hopefully we can get the momentum,” he said.

“Both sides will be looking at going into the bye round with three wins under their belts, so it should be a good contest.”

Kick-off will be at 4pm at Spooner Oval in Forbes.

By Joshua Matic

Parkes Rd, Forbes (next to Hozpots) PO Box 586, Forbes NSW 2871 Phone: 02 6852 4288 Fax: 02 6851 1151 Email: 97.9fm@westserv.net.au Website: www.valleyfm.org.au