The Forbes Phoenix Issue 60

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Friday 9 September 2016

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PROUD DAY…New citizens from the left are Erlinda, Rain and Virgilio (Vic) Terrado, Frances Parry, Mayor Phyllis Miller, Valarie Currington, Hendri, Melandri, Marno and Linda van Coller, Thanh Nguyen and Bryan Huynh.

Eleven Proud New Citizens In Forbes

Mayor Phyllis Miller welcomed 11 new Australian citizens at a citizenship ceremony held in the Forbes Town Hall on Tuesday.

The Mayor read a welcome message from the Minister for Immigration and Border Protection, Peter Dutton, in which he said: “People of all backgrounds and religions strengthen our country and only together, united will our future be as strong as our present and past. Thank you for taking this important step today. Australian citizenship confers on you great benefits; but equally rights and obligations. Congratulations and best wishes.”

The 11 new citizens are Valarie Currington and Frances Parry from England, Bryan Huynh and Thanh Nguyen from Vietnam,

Hendri, Marno, Melandri and Linda van Coller from South Africa, Erlinda, Virgilio and Rain Terrado from the Philippines.

The ceremony was conducted as prescribed in the Australian Citizenship Act 2007 with the candidates reciting the oath to the Mayor who is authorised as a person who may receive the pledge.

Each candidate received an official citizenship certificate and a bunch of flowers from the Mayor.

It was a happy occasion for the new citizens who invited friends and family to celebrate such an historic event with them.

Most of them agreed becoming a citizen made them feel part of the community.

By Maggi Barnard

6852 2411

Newell Highway Forbes

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Cast Your Vote Tomorrow

COUNCIL COMMENTS A quick reminder that it is Council Election Day tomorrow and polling will be open from 8am to 6pm. Polling places are Forbes Town Hall, Forbes Tennis Club, Forbes High School and Bedgerabong Public School (at the time of writing depending on road closures and flood water). If you can’t vote tomorrow, please remember prepoll voting is open until 6pm tonight at the Forbes Shire Council Chambers.

The engagement strategy for the review of the Community Strategic Plan will be underway next week with the surveys released online. We will keep you posted with the link to the survey in the next column.

The survey will also be sent out with the September Community Newsletter, which will be distributed to all households the week commencing 26th September.

Thanks to all of the residents who helped the SES filling sandbags this week. It was great to see so many people there when I went along on Saturday. Please remember not to drive through flood water. It may not look very deep but the condition of the road underneath the water could be very poor.

At the time of writing this, the Forbes Show is still going ahead today and tomorrow. I hope everyone enjoys the day.

Remember to come and visit our Council stand while you are there.

Mayor Phillis Miller promised a questioner at the Meet the Councillor Candidates evening last week to find out more about the building embargo at the old ambulance station site.

She has asked Forbes Shire Council General Manager, Danny Green, to look into the history of the ambulance station. “He is busy to determine what business has taken place to date and will come up with a solution to the owner and advise the public on it,” the Mayor said in the final week of her term before the Local Government Elections tomorrow.

Mayor Miller reminded all residents to vote. “The most important thing about this election is that 17 people had the courage and conviction to put their names forward, and they need to be commended for that.”

She said the candidates represented a great gender mix with six women standing, which is 35% representation. “This compares very well considering there is only a 20% representation of women on local councils on average.”

Mayor Miller said the past four years had been trying in some parts, “but we have been able to take Forbes forward in terms of job creation. I have loved every minute of my time on Council and hope I can serve a seventh term as Mayor as I still feel as much passion as I did on my first day.”

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FORBES FAMILY DENTISTS

INTERESTED IN WHITENING?

General Manager Danny Green Mayor Phillis Miller.

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SNIPPETS...

QUESTION of the week Forbes Inn on Friday, 28th October from 6.30pm with the presentation of The 2016 Boscars business awards. Tickets are $68 per person and can be purchased individually or as a group of ten to reserve a table.

Guests are encouraged to draw inspiration from the Bond movies for their outfit choices for the James Bond 007 theme.

Esteemed businessman John Walkom will be speaking sharing some humour and insight into his 39 years of service and leadership in business and the community.

Tickets are limited, so book online at Eventbrite or via www.forbesbusinesschamber.com.au/boscars.

The event is proudly supported by major sponsors Forbes Shire Council, Evolution Mining and HE Silos.

Sienna and Matt Kitchener enjoyed the Bush Tucker Day at Trundle last weekend.

Movie competition winner: This fortnight’s Forbes Services Club Cinema Family Pass giveaway winner is Diane Buckman. Congratulations! Win a family pass every two weeks by completing the entry form.

Presentation dinner: The NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show attracted a record number of trophy winning winemakers to this year’s dinner, with at least 10 wineries represented. Tickets are selling fast, so get yours today for the presentation dinner on Saturday, 17th September from 7pm at the Forbes Town Hall. A five-course meal will be served and complimented with the 10 trophy-winning wines. Tickets are $125.00 and can be purchased from BWR Accountants & Advisers, Templar Street, Forbes, phone 6852 1855.

The Boscars Gala Dinner tickets are on sale now! The event will be held at the

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Malware scam warning: Senior Constable Daniel Greef would like to remind people to protect their computers from malware scams. According to the ScamWatch website malware stands for malicious software and is usually received by email and tricks you into installing software that damages your computer or allows scammers access to your computer. Scammers also get malware on your computer using a pop–up advertisement, like a free song or free download, so they can access your personal information, make unauthorised purchases or use the information to open different accounts in your name.

Always keep anti-virus and anti-spyware software up to date on all your computers.

Don’t open links or attachments in emails from strangers - just delete them. Only use a reputable news source for breaking news stories. Be wary of free downloads and website access, they may install harmful programs without your knowledge.

Report a scam to the ACC via the ScamWatch website: www.scamwatch. gov.au

What does Australian citizenship mean to you?

Bryan Huynh and Kelly Nguyen: We can start a new life as a family in Australia and feel more connected to the country and the people.

Hendri and Linda van Coller with their children Marno and Melandri: We are now part of the community, our children will fit in as Australians, and we can call people “mate” and eat Vegemite!

Erlinda and Virgilio Terrado with Riana (seven months): It means a lot to us as we will have better opportunities and a better future for our kids.

We are very happy.

We currently have the following employment opportunities available at our Parkes facility:

VOTE 1

Diesel Mechanic Boilermaker

NEW STOCK ARRIVALS

For more information call 0439 029 204 or email recruitment@pjl.net.au

95 Rankin St Forbes NSW 2871

Must be highly motivated.

Site and workshop experience is preferred.

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Please call 6851 2299

(next door to Flannery’s Pharmacy)

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• Experienced proven problem solver • Will always try my best • Prepared to speak up • Lifelong resident and well travelled • Farmer’s daughter, wife and farmer • Mother and long caring career

Authorised by Dianne Decker AMJP, 124 Greens Road, Forbes

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THE

Home Front

PROPERTIES of the week

Another Baby On The Way, “We Need To Expand” 11 Thames Street, Forbes • 3 bedroom, brick and tile home • Open plan kitchen and dining, sep. lounge room • Gas heating and ducted evap air conditioning • Fully fenced, established gardens and lawns • Automatic sprinkler system in back yard • Comprehensive information memorandum available on request 11 Thames Street, Forbes will be auctioned, unless sold prior.

Auction: 11am Friday 6th October 2016 at the Forbes Services Memorial Club Open Homes: 11am sharp Saturday 10th, 17th, 24th, September and 1st October 2016

16TH SEPTEMBER AT 11AM

T 02 6851 1911 W www.iansimpsonandco.com.au A 88A Lachlan St, Forbes NSW 2871

• Investment Potential – Subdivision approved by council • Just under ½ acre (1,973 sqm) • 3 bedrooms open plan kitchen / living / dining • Low maintenance home • 5kW solar system • 22,000 L rainwater tank and pressure pump • Established trees front and back.

• Comprehensive information memorandum available on request.

35 Prince Street, Forbes will be auctioned unless sold prior.

Auction: 6pm Thursday 6th October 2016 at the Forbes Services Memorial Club.

Ned Hamilton: 0417 539 719 ned.hamilton@iansimpsonandco.com

Office: (02) 6851 1911

NEXT AUCTION DAY

35 Prince Street, Forbes

Open Homes: 12:00 noon on Saturdays 10th, 17th, 24th September and 1st October.

Stacey Clarke: 0438 721 340 stacey.clarke@iansimpsonandco.com Ian Simpson & Co

Tasmania Beckons – Sale Needed

(*Approx)

Office: (02) 6851 1911 Ian Simpson & Co

(*Approx)

Ian Simpson Owner/ Rural Sales Specialist | 0417 468 565 Ned Hamilton Rural and Lifestyle Sales Specialist | 0417 539 719 Stacey Clarke Residential Sales Specialist | 0438 721 340

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Volunteers Help Stop Flood Waters The Forbes State Emergency Service (SES) has been a hive of activity since Saturday with more than 40,000 sandbags being filled

by Tuesday.

Local and visiting volunteers have been preparing for floodwater in Forbes this week. The Lachlan River peaked at 10.35m at the Iron Bridge on Wednesday slightly under the level of 10.55m recorded in the 2012 flood.

This level is rated as moderate flooding, but with further rain expected from today this may not be the only flooding that will affect the community in the coming weeks. Wyangla Dam is above capacity at present and water released is being staggered to minimise the severity of flooding and damage.

All residents in low-lying areas were alerted and the Red Bend College was closed on Wednesday.

More than forty volunteers have been at the SES depot every day to fill sandbags for delivery to areas expected to be most affected.

On Tuesday a massive 55.6 tonnes of sand was bagged into approximately 3,500 bags each weighing 15kg.

SES volunteers have come from far and wide to assist Roc Walshaw and his crew. They had only praise for the Forbes community and were amazed by the teamwork and community spirit.

Visiting SES volunteers stay for about five days, so anyone with spare time is encouraged to help at the SES depot.

The depot provides regular and accurate information regarding the flooding. Even though the flood levels were lower than 2012, experienced volunteers believe that the density of grasses from the winter season will slow the flow of water causing the water to recede and disappear much slower.

The public are reminded not to drive through any roads signposted as closed, as this could compromise their insurance should they get into trouble.

By Anita Morrison

Visiting volunteers helped fill sandbags at the Forbes SES depot this week. From the left are Kirsten Englert-Adnum from Wollongong, Chris Wheeler from St George’s Basin and Kathy Amaru from Wollongong.

THE BOSCARS

GALA AWARDS DINNER

FRIDAY 28TH OCTOBER 6:30PM JAMES BOND 007 FORBES INN | $68PP

The signature event in the business community calendar, this is a night to recognise and celebrate the achievements of the people and businesses in Forbes.

We invite the community to share an indulgent dinner James Bond style as we present the 2016 awards and hear from esteemed business leader John Walkom.

TICKETS AVAILABLE: www.forbesbusinesschamber.com.au/boscars

BOOK NOW!

FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD 1PM THURSDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER PUBLIC WELCOME POSITIONS VACANT Labourer Due to a vacancy in our workforce, Forbes Shire Council is seeking a motivated individual to join the Engineering team in the field of civil construction and maintenance. You will be required to undertake a variety of labouring duties including concreting, road and roadside maintenance as well as stormwater drainage and construction.

Contact: Danial Speer, Manager Engineering Services on 6850 2874 Applications Close: 5pm, Friday 16 September 2016 Multi-skilled Water Operator Due to two identified vacancies in our workforce, Forbes Shire Council is seeking motivated individuals to join our new Water Team. The successful applicants will be required to assist in all areas of Councils Water operations which may include operating, maintaining and repairing Councils Water Treatment Facility, Sewer Treatment Plant as well as the Water and Sewer Reticulation infrastructure.

Contact: Daniel Bayley, Utilities Coordinator on 6850 2874 Applications Close: 5pm, Friday 23 September 2016 Development Engineer (Contract Position – 6 Months) Forbes Shire Council is seeking a qualified Engineer to participate in a fixed term contract within the Technical Services Department. The core responsibilities of this role will include design work and Engineering Development Assessments.

Contact: John Zannes, Director Engineering and Technical Services on 6850 2874 Applications Close: 5pm, Friday 30 September 2016 To apply for above positions: Visit http://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au A direct link will also be provided directing all applicants to Scout, a web based recruitment application.

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.

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.

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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RURAL ROUNDUP

New Smash Repair Business

FOR SALE

LOCAL COURIER BUSINESS Servicing COWRA - BLAYNEY BATHURST - DAILY

Lachlan Valley Smash Repairs (LVSR), located at 7 Angus Street in Forbes, is a new business owned by Andrew Carstairs. He and his team have over 30 years experience in the trade and can assist you with all your smash repair needs. They specialise in insurance repairs and private work. Business hours are 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday and Saturday by appointment. Call 6851 5896 for a quote or email lvsrcarstairs@gmail.com.

Excellent clientele base, well established & profitable business.

Phone Alex 0408 637 105 STOCK & STATION REAL ESTATE RURAL PROPERTY AGENTS

Adam Chudleigh: 0459 533 166 Mitchell Gosper: 0438 645 211 Lindsay Fryer: 0428 104 132

Hugh Dobell: 0416 006 523 Rob Hellyer: 0448 921 041 Darren Connick: 0439 663 732

Licensed Stock and Station Agents • Accredited Auction Plus Assessors

Prompt Payment...Professional Service

The LVSR team from the left Brad Robinson, Ben Carstairs and Jordan Mcintosh.

Right: Andrew Carstairs

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RURAL ROUNDUP Forbes Pig Sale Results

Jemalong Wool Weekly Market Update

Week ending 1/9/16 Fremantle re-join the selling program this week, pushing the national offering to 40,553 bales. The majority of the wool catalogued was freshly shorn and had not been offered previously, a reflection of the recent buoyant market.

The fleece market opened to a stronger tone and continued to the week progressed. All types and microns generally enjoyed gains of 10 to 20 cents, with the superfine range coming under close scrutiny, particularly with Sydney hosting a designated superfine sale, where premiums of up to 200 cents emerged for selected lots.

Although the focus was squarely on the better types, the strength also carried through into good style and parttender types. The skirting market also continued to perform well, with buyers showing the most interest for wellgrown low vm types.

Crossbreds had mixed results, weakness in the 30/32 micron range was overshadowed by good support for 25 to 28 microns, and while the oddment market was solid, it closed at similar levels to last sale.

A total of 566 animals were sold at the pig sale last Friday. The trend of the sale saw pork selling for $5 to $10 dearer, bacon sold for $5 to $10 dearer, and backfatter remained firm.

Price range on the day for the different categories were: • Weaners: $80 to $136 • Light pork: $148 to $193 • Heavy pork: $158 to $215 • Light bacon: no result • Heavy Bacon: $272 to $320 • Light Backfatter: $139 to $235.50 • Heavy Backfatter: $463 to $557.10 The next sale will take place on Friday, 16th September. Contact Murray Reid on 0488 432 207 at VC Reid & Son for more information.

V.C. REID & SON

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P: 02 6852 1481

Scott Reid 0428 521 481 Murray Reid 0488 432 207 John Reid 0428 521 750

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• Lower Fuel Costs • Lower Feed Costs

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2 Parkes Road Forbes | Ph: (02) 6852 3211 | Fax: (02) 6852 2978

Bob McKeown 0428 451 163 | bobfmc@westserv.net.au | Ken Sly 0428 451 842

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CAUGHTOut!

POLLINGDay

Don’t forget to vote tomorrow in the NSW Local Government Elections between 8am and 6pm at the Forbes Town Hall. If you are enrolled you have to vote.

SPRINGTucker

Miller welcomes smartly Brand new citizen… Mayor Phyllis an Australian citizen at dressed Rain Terrado on becoming on Tuesday. the ceremony held in the Town Hall

SAY HELLO To Holidays

Spring time is gardening time. Take some inspiration from the Trundle Bush Tucker Day and plant a bush tucker plant like the Blue flax lily. It is a hardy perennial bush perfect for poking in the dry corner of a bed or a pot. It flowers in Spring, followed by flushes of edible blue berries, which are sweet and delicious.

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OUR Gal PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY:

Maree Westcott How long have you lived in Forbes?

Since I was about 3. Mum and Dad moved to Wirrinya, and then bought a farm in Forbes.

Where do you work? I am a partner with my hubby Paul at Forbes Small Engine Specialists.

What do you enjoy most about your work? The variety of work: selling a four wheeler, doing paperwork or making up an advertisement to sell a spark plug.

What do you do in your free time?

Sewing, quilting, or making baby wraps and bibs for our third grandchild due in a month.

How do you like your coffee? Very hot and usually just a flat white and one sugar.

What makes your day? My grandchildren calling into work, and their happy smiling faces.

If you could go anywhere in the world on holiday where would it be? Paris

SPECIAL OFFER

Phone Brett: 0425 765 194

All maintenance and priorities for emergencies. Specialising in domestic, commercial and rural plumbing.

0419 429 829 or 6344 7168 johnnyrcp@hotmail.com

CLASSIFIEDS

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Rooms, Cladding, Patios & Carports (BL83737C) As on TV. Ph 6341 3122 www.pictonbros.com.au Forbes Netball Association Representative coaching and assistant coaching positions 2017: Opens team in W/CW state league competition in March/April. 17U team in the NNSW State Championships in June.

12, 13, 14 and 15 yrs teams in NNSW State Age Championships in July.

Email application by 15 September 2016 to secretary.forbesnetball@gmail.com Include coaching qualifications, experience and playing experience.

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

THE ANGLICAN PARISH OF FORBES "BEING COMMITTED TO FOLLOWING CHRIST" Services at St John’s Anglican Church Friday 9th September 10.00am Holy Communion Rev Geoffrey McAuliffe Sunday 11th September 7.30am Holy Communion Rev Geoffrey McAuliffe Sunday 11th September 9.30am Family Service Parish Office: Open 9am to 1pm Monday, Tuesday & Thursday. Closed Public Holidays Phone: 6851 1544 Rectory: 6851 1313

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YOUR Wealth Matters Do You Want To Be Financially Independent?

First of all, what is financial independence?

It means having enough money to pay your living expenses for the rest of your life without having to work. There are many ways to make this happen, but for most of us it’s going to come about from paying off our mortgage and accumulating enough super and investments to one day be able to afford to stop working and pay ourselves a decent income.

Sadly though, most people will never achieve financial independence and for the majority, that is for one simple reason – A LACK OF KNOWLEDGE. This is something everyone can change quickly.

Most of us have a long working life before we retire and will earn a relative fortune over that time. However, much of it slips through our fingers because no one teaches us the things we need to do to make our money work hard for us (or charge huge amounts to do it for us).

Financial independence is within your grasp and the reality is that the sooner you start doing something about it, the easier it will be to attain. And believe me, it’s not just for the wealthy. It’s all about what you spend, not what you earn.

Most of us know we need to be doing something to get ahead financially but aren’t sure what to do and how to get started… or who to trust. At Wealth Train, we believe the BEST PERSON to make decisions about your money IS YOU. That’s why we are teaching people like you the proven strategies to create and protect wealth to give you the best chance possible to achieve financial independence.

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BE Seen

The Forbes Show Ball was a formal affair last Friday.

Pictured are Tanille Jackson, Clare Wilson, Tristin Nicholls and April Oneil.

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WHAT’S On

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.

9-10 Sep 141st Forbes Show @ Forbes Showgrounds. From 8.30am each day. Cost: Early bird tickets 2 day admission: Family $40 before 7 Sept, $30 single (1 adult + up to 3 school aged children) Gate prices: adults $15, children $8, pensioners (with concession card) $8, family $50 (2 days) or $40 for 1 day.

Make sure you get along for two great family days out. All your favourite attractions and events including Sideshow Alley, Miss Showgirl, horse riding, dog and ute show, yard dog trials, shearing comp, the Grand Parade at 3pm and fireworks in the evening, plus much more. And don’t miss the “ShowMow” – Lawnmower racing event (Saturday only). For more information contact the show office on 6852 1311 or visit www.forbesshow.com/ or check out their Facebook page Show Schedules are available on the website/Facebook page. Early bird tickets available at the Show Office prior to Wednesday 7 September.

10 Sep Local Government Election Day @ Forbes Town Hall from 8am-6pm 14 Sep

15-19 Sep

Tara Fisher, Tamara Hawken and Casey Maguire went to the Forbes Show Ball last Friday.

17 Sep 19 Sep 20 Sep 24 Sep 25 Sep

29 Sep Valarie Currington received her Australian Citizenship this week from Mayor Phillis Miller.

1 Oct 2 Oct

3 Oct Frances Parry with Mayor Phillis Miller at the citizenship ceremony on Tuesday.

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Bavarian Crocheting Workshops @ Forbes Handicraft Centre, Lachlan St from 11am-1pm Cost: $5 per person per workshop. Come along and have some fun - all are welcome. All participants are required to bring their own supplies, some assorted colours in 8-ply wool and a crochet hook size 4.5 or 5.0. Contact: Kathy Bray 0448 453 776 Bulky Waste Clean Up: Place bulky waste neatly on the kerb, Collections 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.

Wine Show Presentation Dinner 7pm @Forbes Town Hall, $125 pp, includes a 5 coarse meal.

Forbes Amateur Swimming Club Inc. AGM @ Forbes Services Memorial Club, 7pm Forbes Show Committee meeting @Vandenberg Hotel at 7.30pm.

Forbes Farmers Markets @ Victoria Park from 8am-4pm

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.

Forbes Junior Rugby Union Club AGM @ Forbes Rugby Clubhouse, 6pm.

Forbes Open Garden Day from 9.30am-5pm. Featuring 7 Open gardens around Forbes $15 entry to all Gardens on $5 per Garden. For more contact Tup Drabsch 6852 1169 ah, Meg Scholefield 0409 460 265.

Forbes Motor Show 2016 @ South Circle Oval From 10am; Gates open 8am for registration Cost: $2 adults, $1 per child. Bikes, cars, boats, trucks and tractors. Including Brownie’s DJ, children’s activities, BBQ, Food and drink stalls, trade stalls, car clubs, speedway cars, live jet boat expression demonstration, antique machinery, V8 supercar simulator and a tyre changing competition. Ticket prize draws throughout the day and plenty more.

Trophies and prizes in 25 categories. For more information and registration details, contact Jill at McFeeters Motor Museum: 6852 3001 / mcfeeters@ motormuseum. com.au; or Bart: 6851 1611 / 0412 859 444 / bart@midpro. com.au www.forbesmotorshow.com.au Neighbourhood Watch Meeting @ Forbes Services Memorial Club, 7.30pm SAVE THE DATE Forbes Spring Races @ Forbes Jockey Club includes Fashions on the Field for all ages.

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PAiNTED DAISIES

HOMEWARES • GIFTS • FURNITURE

Moving Sale All Stock 60% Off Great Savings

Open Saturday until 2pm 77 Rankin Street, Forbes 2871 P: (02) 6852 4180 Like us on Facebook & Instagram

The school captains with the banner and Olympic torch from the left Georgina Stitt, Oscar Worland, Lauren Bate and Jake Chudleigh.

Olympic Spirit Reigns At Forbes Public

Forbes Public School (FPS) students took part in a Mini Olympics event at the school recently organised by Year 6.

The 300 students were divided into nine countries and marched in an opening ceremony with the school captains carrying the Olympic torch donated to the school by Robert Lytton OAM, who carried the torch through Forbes in 2000.

The year 6 students ran activities like tug of war, gum boot toss, sack races, egg and spoon obstacle course, hoop throwing, hurdles, relays, soccer dribbling races and target ball throwing.

Students have been studying the Olympic Games and loved seeing the joy on the faces of outstanding role models displaying sportsmanship and national pride. They also witnessed athletes who have trained hard, sacrificed a lot and competed with everything they had.

With Australian childhood obesity at a record high, FPS is committed to exposing students to as many opportunities as possible to enable them to find their preferred sport and develop a life-long love of it.

As part of this term’s skipping unit, FPS participated in the Jump Rope for Heart Program. In the classroom, students learnt about heart health including nutrition and the dangers of smoking. In sports skills, students learnt tricks using skipping ropes and choreographed routines, and in the community, students fundraised for the Heart Foundation, while the school newsletter featured articles educating parents about healthy eating and keeping children active.

After the Mini Olympics event, students

from Kindergarten to year 6 put on an amazing skipping show. The school raised well over $5,000 for the Heart Foundation and the P & C raised more than $600 through the Mini Olympics, Jump Rope for Heart skipping show and celebration lunch.

By Katie Stitt

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Lola Morrison in the Jump Rope for Heart event.

The Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre at Lake Forbes and walkway literally disappeared under water last weekend as flood water inundated many areas.

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FORBES SPORT GRAND FINAL HERE WE COME!

The Forbes Magpies scored a powerful win over Nyngan Senior Rugby League on Sunday to set up a place in the Group 11 grand final against the CYMS. The Magpies defeated Nyngan 30 – 10 in Parkes after controlling most of the game and a 14 – 0 lead after 14 minutes. Points scored by the Magpies came after tries from Ben Maguire 2, Dylan Gunn, Jarrod Reid, Hayden Bolam and Nick Greenhalgh, one try and 6 goals.

The Magpies are calling on all their supporters to flock to Apex Oval in Dubbo on Sunday to cheer on their team.

WELL DONE... Ainslie Toole

Ainslie Is Netball Club Person Of The Year

Ainslie Toole is the Club Person of the Year of the Forbes Netball Association (FNA).

Ainslie had made a huge impact in not only promoting netball in the community, but also lobbying politicians to get new netball courts in Forbes.

She started last year by securing a grant of $25,000 to re-build one court, and this year managed to commit politicians to $600,000 for the rebuilding of the Forbes netball complex. Senator Fiona Nash and Michael McCormack, Member for Riverina, promised earlier this year that if the Government were re-elected 12 new courts, eight with lights, would be built in Forbes.

Ainslie started lobbying when word got around that the FNA All Age carnival had to be cancelled as there were not enough playable courts for the large number of teams wanting to attend.

“It was very humbling and lovely to be recognised for the work I’ve done,” said Ainslie after receiving the award. “Our whole com-

mittee worked very hard to make positive changes. Our number one goal was to fix the courts.”

Ainslie joined the Forbes Netball Association Committee four years ago as registrar.

During that time, she put the FNA on the map for online registrations by becoming the first netball association in the West/ Central West to do so.

Ainslie stepped up to become President of the FNA two years ago, and whenever there was a politician in Forbes, she made sure to show them the unplayable state of the courts.

Ainslie had one message for parents: “The more involved you are in your childrens’ sport, the more fun you have.” She said it was a wonderful way to bond with kids. “I would really like to encourage parents to get involved to spend quality time with your kids.”

By Robyn Kenny

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GET READY FOR CRICKET SEASON

The 2016/17 cricket season for the U10, U12, U14 and U16 competitions start on 15th October. Registration days at SportsPower are on 10th, 17th and 24th September. You can also register online at http://www.playcricket.com.au/club-finder/?postcode=forbes.

Every junior will receive a mycricket ID and be able to keep track of their season stats online.

The popular Milo in2Cricket program will also run again for the younger first time cricketers. The Milo program is designed for boys and girls from 5 to 8 years old. It is a fast, fun and active program that emphasises maximum participation, and basic motor and cricket skill development. Go to http:// www.playcricket.com.au/learn/in2cricket for more information.

Milo in2Cricket and T20 Blast will be held on Saturday mornings between 9:00 and 10:30am with both 12-week programs starting on 29th October. Try days will be held on 15th and 22nd October for the new T20 Blast competition. Contact Anthony Gordon on 0458 561 156 with any questions.

Manage Medical Imaging (X-ray, U/S and CT).

Partner in a farming enterprise, and live in a rural community (Bedgerabong).

Bachelor Applied Science and Diploma of Business Management. Have experience in finance and budgets. Worked on numerous committees. Am an independent thinker, and team player.

As a mother of three young adults I want to ensure Forbes has a bright future, a town in which young people can work, and a town we can retire to.

If you want someone with a fresh and progressive attitude, ready to roll up her sleeves then please consider me Authorised by Jenny Webb / Monwonga,Forbes NSW 2871