The Forbes Phoenix Issue 58

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BEST WINES… The trophy winning white wines at the NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show held in Forbes this week.

Record Number Of Medals Awarded At Wine Show

Judging at the 25th Annual NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show concluded on Wednesday afternoon with judges commenting on the high quality of the wine exhibited. This resulted in a higher than normal number of medals being awarded.

Of the 550 wines entered, a total of 290 medals were awarded, consisting of 34 gold, 53 silver and 203 bronze. That’s a 52.5% strike rate, which is one of the highest over the past shows.

The Best White Wine of Show went to Coolangatta Estate 2009 Wollstonecraft Semillon. The Best Red Wine of Show went to Horner Wines 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon.

Other trophies were awarded to McLeish Estate 2009 Semillon, McKellar Ridge 2015 Shiraz Voigner, Robert Stein 2016 Riesling, Borodell 2015 Sauvignon Blanc, Two Rivers

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Wines from Orange, Young, Griffith and Canberra did very well this year. There are medal winning wines in all the varieties on show, so there should be wines to suit everyone’s preferred style. All of the wines exhibited will be available at the public tasting on Friday night from 6.30pm at the Forbes Youth & Community Centre. Tickets are $25 per head and are available at the door.

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COUNCIL COMMENTS Council’s NAIDOC celebrations were well attended on Tuesday despite a venue change because of wet weather. Congratulations to the winner of the Forbes Indigenous Person of the Year Award, Donna Bliss, and the winner of the Forbes Indigenous Youth of the Year Award, Ethan Markwort. Donna is one of the main driving forces behind Yoorana Gunya Family Healing Centre, while Ethan has shown his love of learning and teaching about his culture by participating in a range of activities.

Last Thursday was the last meeting of the current Council before the election ‪on 10th September. Thank you to all the councillors for their hard work over the past four years. It was Councillor Graeme Falconer’s last meeting as he is retiring after 25 years of service. On behalf of all of Council, we wish Graeme all the best in his retirement.

Pre-polling for the election ‪starts on Monday in the Chambers. There will be a meet the candidates evening run by the Forbes Business Chamber on Tuesday from ‪6pm at the Forbes Services Memorial Club.

On Sunday the Forbes Golf Club hosted 96 golfers in the Golf NSW Sands/Grass Greens Championships. It was a great event and the course was in pristine condition. We look forward to an ongoing partnership with Golf NSW and Grenfell Golf Club.

Next Thursday, Council is hosting a Prostate Cancer Awareness Night in partnership with CanAssist at the Forbes Services Memorial Club at 6.30pm. For more information contact Blake on 6850 2300.

Danny Green General Manager

Left: Adam Borger, Isabel Haley (Vendor) Krystelle Ridley (Purchaser) and Stacey Clarke.

Right: Ned Hamilton, Graham and Lindy Crossley (Purchaser).

Margaret and Robert Rodwell (Vendor) and Ian Simpson.

Local Agent’s Auction Success Ian Simpson & Co held their first auction as an independent agent at the Forbes Services Club last Friday.

There were two rural and two residential properties on auction, with three of them sold under the hammer. Negotiations are continuing on the fourth. There were 14 registered bidders among more than 120 people in attendance.

The first residential property to sell was 28 York Street Forbes which went for $420,000. The two rural properties were also sold. Urah at Condobolin was sold for $550,000 to a phone bidder, who is a farmer from Condobolin. Stockdale in Manildra sold for $520,000 to a family from Mullion Creek.

Ian Simpson said he was absolutely delighted with the result. “As this was our

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We ended up with all vendors and buyers extremely satisfied.”

One local vendor said he was very pleased with the personal approach of Ian Simpson and his staff, their level of professionalism and organisation levels were just fantastic.

Ian will hold another auction on 16th September at the Forbes Services Club for two rural properties, one from Cowra and one from Grenfell. On 4th October four properties will be auctioned; 3 residential and 1 rural at 6pm. Tomorrow there will be a furniture sale auction at 8 Clements Street at 11am.

By Cheryl Newsom

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SNIPPETS...

Colleen Clifton, Robyn Wilson, Dorothea Croker, Sandra Albertson and Carol Ridley with their paper craft creations.

Forbes Widows Support Group: Thirteen ladies enjoyed a paper craft creations afternoon at the Forbes Services Memorial Club on 17th August. Sandra and Grace Hosking from the Trundle Craft Shop hosted the event with the ladies sharing ideas and laughter as they glued together paper, doilies, cardboard and flowers to make Christmas decorations and a variety of cards for special occasions. Mayor Phyllis Miller presented the group with a cheque, which came from the proceeds of the Orange Male Voice Choir Concert, and will be used for future outings.

Movie winners: The first winner of our Forbes Services Club Cinema competition is Neil Lambert, and the second fortnight’s winner is Allan Wright. Congratulations you both won a family pass! A winner will be drawn every fortnight until the end of October.

Correction: The Electoral Commission advertisement on page 2 in last week’s issue, wrongly stated ten councillors would be elected. There are only nine councillor positions.

Forbes Show on 9th and 10th September: It is only a fortnight until the 2016

QUESTION of the week Show! Make sure to pay your annual membership of $40, which covers entry for you, one guest and school-aged children on both days of the Show. Single membership is $30 and covers one adult and three school-aged children. Also get some earlybird ride tickets, at $25 per sheet for $30 worth of rides! Entries are still open for the Miss Showgirl award with fantastic prizes to be won. Entry forms are available at the Show Office. There are many other events you can enter, including Photography, Fine Arts, Cooking, Lego, Handicrafts and Needlework. Every entry makes the Show bigger and better! More information on the Forbes Show Facebook page or call Julie Hurkett on 6852 1311.

Boscar Awards: As tension is building for the Boscar Awards, it is good to note that this competition is open to all businesses in Forbes and not only to Business Chamber members. So get your entries ready before the closing date on 29th August by logging in and register your entry!

Why do you like reading and what is your favourite book?

Henry McClennan, Kindergarten, St Laurence’s Primary School: I like looking at all the pictures and I like to read about different characters. My favourite book is The Magic Cat.

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To the talented Red Bend

Students who presented their HSC artwork and drama pieces to the public prior to their formal marking next week.

We wish them all the best.

Maggie Duffy, Kindergarten, St Laurence’s Primary School: I like reading because it’s fun and good for you. My favourite book is Little Penguin Lost.

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To the hardworking Bedgerabong

Community who held their ‘Best Little Show in the West’ on Saturday.

Thankfully the day dawned fair after the previous night’s rain.

Jagger King, Kindergarten, St Laurence’s Primary School: Reading makes me laugh. I like funny books. My favourite book is Jack and the Beanstalk.

Once Upon A Time In Forbes More than 200 children of early childhood centres and primary schools had many stories to tell after the Forbes Reading Down Town Day last Friday.

Barry Peters, known as the Paul Kelly of underaged music, entertained kids at the Forbes Services Memorial Club, CentaCare and student volunteers read stories at the Library, and some businesses in town opened their doors to story-hungry kids.

The Birth to Kinder mascot was happy to pose for photos with kids dressed up in their favourite characters. Forbes Birth to Kinder organised the event for the tenth year with the theme this year: Australia: Story Country.

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Cat in the Hat twins: Riley Johnson (6) of Forbes North Primary School and Teacher Louise Hoey were spotted at KMWL on Reading Down Town Day.

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LES STUD SAAround the Central West Felix Rams – It’s All About The Lambs RUR AL

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18th Annual On Property Lambplan Ram Sale 349 Adams Lane Greenethorpe 2809 Tuesday Sept 6, 1.30 pm Rodney Watt 0417 499 204 Catalogues at www.felixrams.com.au Agents: Allan Gray & Co 6342 2377

Felix Rams has a singular focus on producing efficient and profitable prime lambs by breeding high performance, structurally sound meat sheep rams.

Since 2000 thy have weighed more than 19,000 lambs within 12 hours of birth. It is little wonder that a Felix client recently claimed: “You’ve solved our lambing problems”.

They use birthweights, Lambplan breeding values for birthweight and lambing ease to help eliminate the production of rams that sire lambs with excessively high or low birthweights.

At Felix Rams the priority is quick early growth, and maturity, not maximum adult ram size. Their rams won’t be the biggest you will buy, because great big rams are almost certainly late maturing rams. Felix Rams will efficiently produce a 22-28 kg lamb.

Over the last five years they have been committed to DNA testing potential young sires for yield and eating quality with over 300 animals tested.

Felix Rams provides Lambplan breeding values for every ram sold, allowing lamb producers to buy on specification to suit their production system.

Felix Rams will offer around 140 Poll Dorset and 45 White Suffolk rams at their annual on-property sale at Greenethorpe on 6th September. Catalogues are available at www.felixrams.com.au or call Rodney on 0417 499 204, or the selling agents, Allan Gray and Co Cowra on 02 6342 2377.

Quality Bulls On Sale At Coota Park A unique line up of bulls will be on offer at the Coota Park Blue-E On-Property bull sale on 6th September at 2pm. Coota Park Blue E will be selling 45 bulls and 20 cows (with calves at foot) on the day.

Based in Woodstock near Cowra, Coota Park Blue E has grass-fed bulls that are performance recorded, fertility tested and sold with a guarantee. The Wright family developed this line of Angus x Shorthorn cattle 20 years ago.

At the Beef Spectacular Steer Trials in March, the two teams entered came third and fourth overall out of 67 teams - a great result for Coota Park Blue-E in this prestigious competition.

The sale will be conducted by Delta Ag. More information is available at www.Bluee.net.au.

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STUD SALES

Around the Central West

All Winyar Rams For Sale At Auction

The Winyar Merino and Poll Merino Stud on property Auction Ram sale takes place on 7th September at 1pm, with inspection starting at 10am.

All rams on the property will be offered for sale to enhance the quality and selection on offer.

At Winyar a new feature to the ongoing measurement of Winyar rams is the Australian Sheep Genetics figures. These figures will be available on sale day or upon request. Winyar also offers a free sheep classing and advisory service, which results in huge gains.

According to Wool Classer for Winyar, Michelle Woodhead, the Winyar wools reaching cutting fleece of over 8.5kg average at 19 microns is quite an achievement in high rainfall. “The wool have excellent bloom, tensile strength and nourishment. I can thoroughly recommend the Winyar type.”

At Winyar, 2015 will go down as one of the

most successful years for record ram sales, as well as good wool and sheep sales.

For all enquiries, contact Rick Power on 0437 131 925 or Bill Gilbert on 0407 440 503.

FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD 1PM THURSDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER PUBLIC WELCOME LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS 2016 Saturday 10th September. Pre Poll voting will be available from Monday 29th August until Friday 9th September in the Council Chambers from 8.30am.

REQUEST FOR TENDER NOTICE 2016/9 Provision of Cleaning Services (Office Buildings) Tenders are invited for the provision of Cleaning Services (Office Buildings). Tenders, addressed to the General Manager, are to be lodged by 4.00pm Thursday 8th September, 2016. For further information please contact Council’s Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, Mark Willis, on 02 6850 2892 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.

DISPOSE OF YOUR UNWANTED AG CHEMICALS – CHEMCLEAR NSW State Collection – Oct 2016. Bookings Essential – Register by 2 September 2016 www.chemclear.com.au or 1800 008 182. Two collection types: Free and Fee-Applicable. See chemclear website for eligibility details.

NOTIFICATION OF ROADWORKS NEWELL HIGHWAY 31KM SOUTH OF FORBES The site will be a 40km hr worksite during work hours with traffic control in place for the duration of the work. Vehicles travelling through the works can expect minor delays.

DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL Application for Livestock Intensive Activities, for Feed Lot of 5000 head of cattle under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 Development Application No: 2016/77 A development application has been submitted by ABL Red Meat Pty Ltd - The Mount Feed Lot (Applicant) for the Development Consent for the expansion of Livestock Intensive Activities (Feed Lot) including the increase of the head of cattle from 4000 to 5000. The Development is Integrated Development and will require the General terms of Approval of the Environmental Protection Agency. Forbes Shire Council is the Consent Authority for the proposed development The development is located at 2250 Bedgerebong Road, Bedgerebong and on the following Lots: Lots 1, 22, 23, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 55, 59, 61, 66, 76, 92 DP752083.

The application will be on public exhibition from 19th August 2016 until the 19th September 2016. Any person may make a submission, in writing, in relation to this Application which must be received by Council on or before 5.00 pm on 19th September 2016. If you wish to object to the proposal you must clearly explain your reasons (on planning grounds) in the submission.

AMENDMENT TO THE FORBES DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLAN 2013 Council proposes to make amendments to the Forbes Development Control Plan 2013 by removing Clauses 5.18 and 8.20 relating to the construction of garages sheds and other outbuildings. Written submissions in relation to the proposed amendments will be received by Council up until 5 pm Monday 29 August 2016. Further information can be obtained by Contacting Councils Environmental Services Department on 6850 2344.

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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Living andLifestyle Spring Into The New Season

Cake Decorating Supplies Partyware Giftware Homewares Jewellery And More!

At Little Extras Lifestyle their final winter clearance is on while they make room for new spring arrivals.

They have all our regular arrivals leading up to the spring racing season. The look this year is fresh with lots of whites and blush colours, lace, florals, flounces and off the shoulder styles coming through for some very sophisticated race wear. There will be fascinators to match and a stunning range of Olga Berg clutches.

The summer look this year is casual and stylish with lots of denim, t-shirts, comfy sneakers and flats. Add a little leather cross body handbag and some handmade clay jewellery for the complete look.

Metallic is huge in accessories this summer featuring on shoes, handbags and jewellery, which you will find plenty of in store.

Pop into Little Extras Lifestyle to see the new arrivals of all your favourite brands.

And if you need assistance in putting that special outfit together, one of the girls will only be too happy to help.

Bowen Therapy Relieves Pain Naturally Forbes Bowen Therapy & Wellness treats the whole body and offers natural, holistic approaches to pain relief, respiratory problems, digestive issues and other physical and psychological ailments. They can help whether you’re suffering from nerve and joint pain, reflux, sinus pressure, migraines, sleep disorders, scoliosis or any other form of pain. They perform a series of focused massages with frequent pauses to allow your body to heal naturally. Many of their clients feel the results after the first visit, and most symptoms are relieved after just a few appointments.

Developed by Tom Bowen, The Bowen Therapy technique is based on a series of massages targeting certain points on your body. It is a gentle massage with frequent pauses to help promote your body’s natural healing. When they massage the soft connective tissue, impulses are sent throughout your body to improve circulation and lymphatic drainage.

Contact 0427 592 771 for an appointment.

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Appointments are required by phoning Bowen Technician Greg Howell 0427 592 771

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Living andLifestyle

Bring some shades of grey into your home.

Shades Of Grey…

As with fashion, home decorating goes through interesting cycles of what’s in and what’s not. Key periods in styling will always be remembered through the colours and designs that were in vogue in a time period, i.e green laminated benchtops takes us back to the seventies.

Over the last few years decorating with neutral tones and adding the WOW factor with accessories became trendy. This has allowed everyone more freedom to style and update their looks much more frequently with a minimum of fuss and expense.

But I feel the tides are changing again.

After attending the recent launch of the new Haymes Paint colour collection for the new season, I fell in love with a whole new palette of colours I think will be the new direction with soft greys to deeper silver and more blue-grey tones. Instead of always selecting a more stone-base neutral with varying shades of creams and browns, we

will now be selecting softer tones.

These new shades will combine beautifully with the move towards using black as an accent colour, as well as adopting a new sophisticated feel to our styling efforts.

The grey colour wheel also works perfectly with accents of red to make a retro inspired statement. It can also look soft and feminine when paired with lilac and silver and a touch of bling. Yellow looks amazing when splashed in a room of grey, and I love it when orange is combined with grey to look vibrant, and seriously stylish and sophisticated.

I think it will not be long before there is a new must have colour. We will select this colour to make our homes a true vision of neutral beauty and it will allow us to unleash the decorator within as our possibilities of choice become limitless.

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BOOKWeek Mr Huff by Anna Walker is this year’s winner of the Book Week Award. It is a gentle, poignant, affirming and wise picture book. Mr Huff is a story about the clouds and the sunshine in each of our lives.

Flannery’s Pharmacy has the new Hugo Boss fragrance, Bottled Intense – a perfect gift for Father’s Day! The 100ml is $110 and includes a free Hugo Boss coffee tumbler (while stocks last) and the 50ml is $75.

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Hamish and Andy are the kings of Australian commercial radio and their podcasts are very popular. It is a daily onslaught of comedy, interviews and segments featuring celebrities and their always entertaining slew of characters. Find the podcasts on iTunes.

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How long have you lived in Forbes? I moved here from Drysdale in Victoria in December 2015 to be closer to my son.

Where do you work? I am Publicity Officer for Neighbourhood Watch and I do volunteer work at the Jemalong Residential Village.

What do you enjoy most about your job? Meeting people and getting to know Forbes.

What do you do in your spare time? I like knitting – whatever is on the go and people tell me they want – beanies, jumpers, gloves.

How do you like your coffee? Skinny, half strength latte.

What makes your day? Getting up, looking outside and seeing the sun shining is a bonus!

What is your favourite food? Spaghetti Bolognaise If you could go on holiday anywhere in the world, where would you go? I would love to go to Ireland as my mum came from there and I have never been.

Type 2 diabetes is the fastest growing chronic condition in Australia.

While there is no single cause for type 2 diabetes, there are well-established risk factors. Some risk factors can be controlled, however, some you are born with.

An estimated two million Australians are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

There are also large numbers of people with silent, undiagnosed type 2 diabetes, which may be damaging their bodies.

There are different types of diabetes: the three main types of diabetes are type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. At this stage, it is estimated that 58% of type 2 diabetes can be prevented.

You can do a lot to reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes through positive lifestyle changes. It is estimated that the risk of developing type 2 diabetes can be reduced by up to 58% by maintaining a healthy weight, being physically active and following a healthy eating plan.

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Friday 26th August 10.00am Holy Communion Rev Geoffrey McAuliffe Sunday 28th August 7.30am Holy Communion Rev Geoffrey McAuliffe Sunday 28th August 9.30am Family Service with Holy Communion

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10 week, $16. Black, Red 12 week, $17. Available Friday 9th September from Walkers Ag & Vet at 9am. To order Phone 6852 1333. Brian Larkin Poultry.

Available for Hire NOW 8 wheel Tilt Tray Call Potts Removalists 6862 2253

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Many people don’t know they are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. If you would like more information about diabetes call into Flannery’s Pharmacy during August for free blood glucose monitoring with our pharmacy nurse or pharmacist.

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BE Seen

Reuben Toohey (3) dressed up as a barn owl for Reading Down Town Day. He is with his friend Harvey Bruem (2).

Maddie Liebich and Caitlin Duncan, both Year 12 students at Red Bend Catholic College, read stories to children at the Library last Friday for Reading Down Town Day.

Sean Choolburra, a comedian, dancer and TV host, captivated the crowd with his performance at the NAIDOC celebrations on Tuesday.

Donna Bliss (right) was named Indigenous Person of the Year at Tuesday’s NAIDOC celebrations. She is with Mayor Phyllis Miller.

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WHAT’S On

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WEEKLY Free Tai Chi Classes @ the Uniting Church Hall, Browne Street from 10 to 11am every Tuesday – morning tea provided. Contact Cheryl 6851 2099 or 0400 984 114. Sponsored by Forbes Shire Council.

26 Aug Small Winemakers Show Public Tasting @ Forbes Youth & Community Centre from 6.30-8.30pm Cost is $25pp Come along and sample the range of wines entered into the NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show. And this year they are celebrating 25 years! Tickets on sale at the door. Finger food will be provided.

27 Aug Forbes Rotary Ipomoea Markets @ Sir Francis Forbes Park From 8am12.30pm. Lots of amazing stalls of local handicraft, produce, cakes, plants and bric-a-brac on offer. All stall holders welcome! Contact Helen 6851 4930.

27 Aug Forbes Farmers Market @ Victoria Park from 8am-12pm. The Forbes Farmers Markets aim to promote healthy eating, local produce & a great social, community environment. Contact Rachel Wythes 0407 020 988 or Melissa Ross 0451 514 881 or email forbesfarmersmarket@gmail.com 30 Aug Meet the Candidates @ Forbes Services Club at 6pm. This will be an opportunity for the community to hear what each candidate wishes to present for their campaign and a question time will be offered after each candidate has presented.

30 Aug Rotary Ipomoea Markets @ Sir Francis Forbes Park from 8am-1pm. Stall holders welcome. Come along for a range of great stalls, fresh produce and more. Everyone welcome! Contact 6851 4930.

2 Sep The Adult Survivors of Child Abuse: Cowra Support Group at 12:30pm.

Open to all survivors of any community. If interested contact Pascale on 6342 1612. Members travel from Canberra, Temora, Forbes, and Eugowra. More details at http://www.itmatters.com.au/childAbuse_support_Cowra.html 3 Sep Trundle Bush Tucker Day @ Trundle Showground. Featuring Troy CassarDaley and Jade Martin Band, Tickets on sale now Adults $30, School Kids $5 and Under 5s FREE visit www.trundlebushtuckerday.com 6 Sep Coota Park Blue E Annual On Property Production Sale From 2pm. 45 Bulls & 20 E-females (with Blue-E Calves at foot). Phone Jon 0429 450 326 or Nick 0488 190 726 or visit www.bluee.net.au for more information.

6 Sep Felix Rams on Property Sale @ 349 Adams Lane, Greenthorpe from 1.30pm. Offering 140 Poll Dorsets and 45 White Suffolks. Catalogues at www.felixrams.com.au or call Rodney Watt on 0417 499 204.

7 Sep Winyar Merino & Poll Merino Stud Sale. Inspections from 10am with Sale commencing at 1.00pm.

8 Sep Shorthorn Central Bull Sale 40 Quality Bulls by leading studs Coonardoo, Kinloch, Moombi, Polldale, Ronelle Park, TROJON and Southern Cross Shorthorns. 1pm @ “Chindwarra” 381 Thurungle Rd, Forbes. For more info call Trent Johnstone 0438 522 198.

9-10 Sep Forbes Show @ Forbes Showgrounds. Open 9am Friday and Saturday Cost: $35 (family of 2 adults and all their school age children) $25 (1 adult & 3 school age children) $15 (1 adult), $8 (children and pensioners) Don’t miss another wonderful show with the Rodeo exhibition, loads of entertainment, fresh produce, local stalls, animal farm, rides, Side Show Alley, exhibitions and more. Contact 6852 1311.

15-19 Bulky Waste Clean Up: Place bulky waste neatly on the kerb, Collections Sep will begin on Monday morning. Council is providing a bulky waste collection for Forbes Shire residents. The volume of your waste shouldn’t exceed more than 1 standard (6’x4’) level box trailer. For a full list of what is and is not acceptable visit www.forbes.nsw.gov.au Contact JR Richards 1300 725 415.

25 Sep Wirrinya Picnic Day @ Wirrinya. Gates open 10am at the shed, and races start at 10.30. Entry is free. All are welcome. Lunch will be available. There will be children’s activities and races. There will be a billy boil, 50/50 draw and novelty events with an Olympic theme. For any enquiries call Wendy on 0428871970 or check us out on Facebook.

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win a family pass to Forbes Services Club Cinema A family pass entitles 2 adults and 2 kids or 1 adult and 3 kids into FSMC Cinema to a movie of their choice. Each pass is valued at $60.

We have 8 Family Passes up for grabs and will be drawing one winner each fortnight until the end of October.

Jamie Walsh hands over t-shirts and footballs to the local villagers and children; Jamie with Mia, a local fishing guide, with his catch of a 24lb black bass.

Tyreright Dealer Helps Villagers In Papua New Guinea Jamie Walsh of Tyreright Forbes recently took part in a fishing trip with people from country NSW and Queensland on the Fly River in Western Papua New Guinea. As part of the fee for the fishing trip operators dropped off 200kg of used clothes, medical supplies and school stationery to each village along the way. In addition, the Tyreright head office donated t-shirts and footballs to the local community. Jamie said

the look of happiness on the faces of the children was unbelievable. This ensures that not only the tour operators benefit from fishing tourism, but the villagers as well.

The fishing guides come from the villages resulting in flow on effects for the local population. More than 156 black bass were caught on the trip. “We can’t wait to return,” said Jamie. “Next time we will be taking extra items to give to the villagers.”

Sean Choolburra Captivates Crowd At NAIDOC Celebrations

School students from all over Forbes helped celebrate NAIDOC week on Tuesday.

While the festivities were relocated to the Town Hall due to weather conditions, nothing could dampen the mood. Forbes North Public School’s Wiradjuri Choir raised the rafters with song, and Red Bend Catholic College’s Indigenous dance group took to the stage to showcase traditional dance.

The Forbes community was treated to a sausage sizzle with a twist; crocodile, emu, and kangaroo sausages were on the menu, as well as traditional snags for the less adventurous. But the real treat was

a performance by the multi-talented Sean Choolburra, a critically-acclaimed comedian, dancer, and TV host, who captivated the crowd with traditional storytelling, didgeridoo, and dance.

As well as celebrating culture, NAIDOC week is an opportunity to recognise the contributions made by Indigenous Australians. Mayor Phyllis Miller presented the Indigenous Youth of the Year award to Ethan Markwort for his enthusiasm for sharing traditional culture. The Indigenous Person of the Year was awarded to Donna Bliss of Yoorana Gunya Family Healing Centre for her tireless commitment to closing the gap.

Complete the below entry form and return it to The Forbes Services Club, The Phoenix Office at 23 Templar St or PO Box 251 Canowindra 2804. Or enter online via our website www.forbesphoenix.com.au for your chance to win.

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Ecstasy And Agony For Magpies

JUMP... Some of the action between Forbes Platypi and the Cowra Eagles.

Rugby Union Sponsors Day

Last Saturday was Sponsors Day for the Forbes Rugby Union Club, which was an opportunity for the club to show their appreciation to their valued sponsors for their support.

The Forbes Platypi took on local rivals, Cowra Eagles in all three grades. First Grade were victorious winning 31 – 5 as were 2nd Grade with 47-7. The Colts were

unlucky to loose by one try going down 17-12.

It was also the Annual Charity Day for the club with the Forbes players taking the field in the Green Lantern Charity guernsey’s which were later auctioned off with all proceeds going to Lung Foundation Australia, CanAssist and other charities.

By Anita Morrison

The Forbes Magpies League Tag side could unfortunately not repeat their stellar performance of the previous week and went down 22-12 against the Parkes Spacecats on Saturday.

They went into the game with level heads and had a half time lead of 8-6, but could not hold out the strong attack of the Parkes side. At the end of the game they were down by one try, and missing all three conversions during the game did not help the score line. They play Westside in an elimination game tomorrow.

Good news is that the Magpies’ chance of a Group 11 first grade title improved vastly on Saturday with a 32-26 win over the Parkes Spacemen in the elimination semifinal. The star of the day was Dylan Gunn scoring two tries.

Dare To Compare At Forbes Small Engines With Father’s Day just around the corner, come and browse the Forbes Small Engines showroom for Husqvarna Brushcutters, lawn mowers and blower vacs.

They also have helmets, gloves and motorcycle boots on display, and if that doesn’t impress the man in your life, they can deliver a brand new Polaris – give them a call to arrange. There is plenty to impress dads with.

With 20 years specialising in Polaris products at Forbes Small Engines, owners Paul and Maree Westcott have an exceptional range of Polaris in the showroom.

There is something for everyone starting

with the kids range that includes a 50cc, 90cc,110cc and 170cc. All these models are available for lay-by for Christmas.

The all terrain vehicles (ATV) range have the small 325cc Hawkeye for only $5, 995 to the Sportsman 450 four wheel drive at only $7, 495.

The Polaris Ranger, aptly named side by side, are performing very well with extra comforts and safety features. These models have become a huge drawcard for customers. Also in stock at Forbes Small Engines is The Ranger ETX, starting at $13,995 or the very popular Ranger 570 for $15,995. They even have the Polaris

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