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WIN FOR WIRRINYA… It was Phil Donato’s first visit to Wirrinya. He said he was looking forward to heading back for a game of tennis when the fences were replaced. Phil (front right) is pictured with some of the Wirrinya Progress and Sports Association members.

Financial Boost For Six Community Groups

Community groups in the Forbes Shire received funding of more than $80,000 and a visit from Phillip Donato, MP for Orange on Tuesday.

Accompanied by Brett Cooke, Senior Electorate Officer, Phil visited six groups to announce the Community Building Partnership grants, facilitated by the NSW Premier and Cabinet. First stop was the Forbes Handicraft Centre Inc. “$3,000 means a lot to us,” said President, Barbara Parslow.

“We can upgrade our refrigerator, which was purchased second hand more than 11 years ago, to ensure the freshness of our sweet treats for years to come.”

Aileen Allen of the Forbes Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre was almost at a loss for words: “We are over the moon as we will be able to build the Arts and Cultural Cen-

tre with $12,000, and commission bronze sculptures to help the Aboriginal Story with additional funding from the Arts Centre.”

She said there was also the possibility of employing people to tell the Wiradjuri story.

At the Forbes Shire Pool, the Forbes Amateur Swimming Club founded in 1938, and with a current membership of 126, received $6,000. Janelle McManus, Treasurer, said they had also received funding from the Stronger Community Program (SCP) and the Public Reserves Management Fund Program (PRMFP). “Now we can level and rebuild the canteen so it is WHS compliant, easy to set up, and display electronically the times and places at local competitions,” said President, Sandy Phillips.

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MAYORAL NOTES Australia Day was a great day last Thursday and all three events were well attended from the Rotary Community Breakfast, the Diggers Family Swim to the afternoon celebrations at Colin McKenzie Park. We will now have a debriefing session and look at what changes we can undertake to make the day even better. Our Ambassador Sandra Bates had a great time during her visit and was made very welcome by everyone she met.

On Tuesday the AMAZING sculpture went through town on its way out to its home on the stock route along the Lachlan Valley Way (South Condobolin Road). It looks great and there will be an official opening in the next few months.

Orange MP Phil Donato was in town on Tuesday to visit the community groups who received funding as part of the Community Building Partnerships Program. The Forbes Amateur Swimming Club received $6,000 for clubhouse upgrades, Forbes Community Men’s Shed received $40,000 for its new men’s shed, Forbes Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre Indigenous Corporation received $12,000 for the dreaming centre and the Forbes CWA received $6,000 for dance floor upgrades at the hall.

Councillors have our first briefing session for the year on Monday. The first Council meeting will be held ‪at 1pm on Thursday, 16th February. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Mayor Graeme Miller

Receiving the biggest chunk was the Forbes Men’s Shed with $40,000. Meeting them at their current shed at the Forbes Showground, their home since 2007, President, Norm Haley said the money meant a secure future and a move to Union Street a more central location. “We currently have 47 members aged between 14 to 95 years.

We are looking forward to tripling the space of our Men’s Shed, increasing our opening hours, and the number of members.”

What a wonderful present for the County Women’s Association in Lachlan Street, that turned 90 in October last year. “We are looking forward to be able to dance on solid ground again,” said President, Elaine Bright. “The grant of $6,000 will enable us to have the floor resurfaced so that our

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members can ball room dance the night away again.”

Last but not least was the turn of Wirrinya Progress and Sports Association, receiving funding of $15,948. “The aim is to have the retaining wall between the two tennis courts constructed and new fences erected before the end of the financial year,” said Grant Officer, Monica Langfield. “This centre is a focal point which keeps our community together,” added the President, Trevor Toole.

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CHILDREN’S CROSSING

All Children’s Crossings have ‘No Stopping’ zones on the approach and departure. That’s so drivers can clearly see people crossing the road.

It’s illegal to park or stop on a Children’s Crossing.

So help keep Forbes kids safe, when you see a Children’s Crossing obey the rules.

Fine - $433 & 2 demerit points!

A message from Forbes Shire Council and the Forbes Primary Schools.

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QUESTION of the week tent as a way of herding people in a specific direction. There has come a point with fake news where people are beginning to believe what they want to believe, whether or not the news story is actually true.”

Little Ava Garland (3).

Fancy Dress Fundraiser: Get your dressups ready for Saturday, 4th March to help fundraise for Ava Garland and the McGrath Foundation at the Forbes Inn. Three-yearold Ava was diagnosed with acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia in May last year and has been getting intensive chemotherapy treatment at Westmead children’s Hospital in Parramatta for eight months. She will return to Forbes next month for 18 months maintenance chemotherapy. Ava and her family have been through very tough times. The McGrath Foundation for breast cancer assist many women undergoing treatment. In support of Ava and all women diagnosed with breast cancer, dress up as your favourite musician or band from the 1920s, 1950s Rock & roll, 1960s flower power, 1980s punk, 1990s dance, pop or rap bands. Tickets are $35 each nibbles provided. RSVP Tami Stewart 0427552243 tami.james@ bigpond.com or Sharon Maguire 0428 563 161 cooee@activ8.net.au Word of the Year 2016: The Macquarie Dictionary has announced FAKE NEWS as the Committee’s Choice for Word of the Year 2016. The committee said: “The concept of fake news has been one of the big issues of 2016, not only in Australia but around the world. It captures an interesting evolution in the creation of deceptive con-

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2017 National Awards for Local Government: Nominations for awards close 3rd March. According to the Minister for Local Government and Territories, Fiona Nash the awards recognise innovative projects which provide new or improved local government services. “Councils have the opportunity to nominate under a wide range of categories including boosting productivity through infrastructure or contributing to regional growth,” said Member for Riverina and Minister for Small Business, Michael McCormack. More information is available at: www.infrastructure.gov.au/nalg.

Return to school anxiety? School is a bubbling brew of expectations, social and academic challenges, complex relationships and emerging identities. Little wonder anxiety levels – of students, parents and school staff – can rise as the new academic year begins. CEO of beyondblue, Georgie Harman urges parents and carers to visit healthyfamilies.org.au. It has resources to help tackle back to school anxiety with practical tips and strategies for parents.

Dining at Chin Chin in Melbourne ahead of the Australian Open tennis were Forbes locals, Rowan, Eliza and Suzanne Woods. Eliza is a second year student studying Musical Theatre at Jason Colemans Ministry of Dance in Melbourne.

How did you celebrate Australia Day this year?

Lee Marsh: I had a very Australian Day and met with friends, had a barbeque, as well as a swim in the pool. Last year we had a slip and slide but the Holmes’ family unfortunately took it with them when they moved.

Scarlett Francis: I attended the Diggers Swim at the Forbes Pool with my family. I enjoyed the swim, barbeque lunch and also played with my friends.

Mitchell Toole: I have just moved to Forbes from Wirrinya and enjoyed a quiet day at home.

However, I would love to have been making cocktails as I have a new position at Sylo. I have 250 cocktail recipes under my belt, but I want to keep practicing.

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Veterans’ Grants For Local Community Groups

Local community groups can apply for Australian Government grants to support projects honouring Australia’s military history and personnel. The Nationals’ Member for Riverina and Minister for Small Business, Michael McCormack said any group could apply for grant funding towards activities that assisted the health and quality of life of veterans or commemorative projects that honoured our military history.

“The Coalition committed to providing $4 million over four years to support younger veterans. As a result, a new grants program – Supporting Younger Veterans – will be established to assist projects that seek to engage and actively involve our younger veterans. This program will start in the first quarter of the 2017–18 financial year.

Grants are available for: Saluting Their Service commemorations program in two categories, namely Community Commemorative Grants and Major Commemorative Grants; The Veteran and Community Grants Program; The Building Excellence in Support and Training Program and The Grants-In-Aid Program (available to only national ESOs). For further information visit the Department of Veterans’ Affairs website www.dva.gov.au/consultation-and-grants/ grants or contact the Wagga Wagga electorate office.

Forbes and District Lions Club members Elaine Bright, Ray Judge and Bill Dolle at the drum muster.

Not Just Raffles And Barbeques

The Forbes and District Lions Club assisted almost 50 flood stricken families since October last year from an office at the Forbes HACC Centre.

Although the office has been closed since Tuesday due to a decline in demand, help will still be available. “We have not stopped the relief programme. Funds are still available to local farmers,” said Peter Bright of the Lions Club.

The club helped 47 families with a variety of Australian Lions Foundation vouchers including food, fuel, stock feed and fencing, redeemable at Forbes businesses so the benefits have flowed to businesses and farmers.

Anyone requiring assistance with fencing or stock feed vouchers in future should call 0419 463 803. There is also a Government Grant available to local farmers, and applications close at the end of June.

“We would like to thank all the people who have assisted us with funding, in particu-

lar Brad and Jenny Shephard, the Forbes Shire Council, and in particular Blake Nicholson for all the help he has given in setting up the programme,” said Peter.

He encouraged Forbes residents to join the Lions Club saying: “We are not just about running barbeques and raffles, but a wide variety of programmes.

“So if you feel like doing something really rewarding, come and be a part of the Forbes and District Lions Club.”

The Club meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Vandenberg Hotel at 6.30 for 7.00pm.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2017 WIRADJURI Call Peter Bright on 0419 463 803 or SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM ARE NOW OPEN Ray Judge on 6852 The Wiradjuri Scholarship Program is designed to help support 2143.

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Indigenous students undertake tertiary studies in a range of areas, with a preference for mining-related degrees and trades.

The main selection criteria for applications include: • Identification as Wiradjuri • Area of study • Acceptance at a recognised University or TAFE • Previous academic performance For an application form, please email community.cowal@evolutionmining.com.au APPLICATIONS CLOSE 3 MARCH 2017

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This Is Rob’s Story

Olya Willis answered The Forbes Phoenix knock at the front door. What a treat it was to be welcomed into their historic family home!

“Receiving the Order of Australia was a great honour, but receiving the Forbes Citizen of the Year Award means even more to me,” said Rob Willis of the new title he was bestowed with at the Australia Day ceremony last Thursday.

“I have lived my whole life in Forbes and love the place and the people… it is my hometown.”

Rob said many people did not really know what he did for a living. It is an interesting and very unique occupation as Rob works

Citizen of the Year, Rob Willis with his wife Olya. “I want everyone to know that Olya is the backbone of my work.”

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with the National Library of Australia to record stories. He and Olya have recorded more than 1,500 peoples’ stories.

“It astounds me how many people would ask why I was interested in their story before we start recording,” said Rob. Olya, who is responsible for recording the stories, adds that “Rob has the ability to get people to open up and tell their stories”.

Included in Rob’s collection are more than 100 stories of Forbes residents. These are all preserved at the National Library.

“Forbes allowed me to commence my journey to record Australian social history,” said Rob. “Do you know how prior to the thermometer the temperature of the iron or oven was deemed to be ok? Well it was by spitting on the iron or putting your hand in the oven… History will never repeat itself, so it is important to preserve it.”

True to his word Rob will soon be heading to the Forbes and District Historical Museum to record both the sound and workings of the historic Ivel tractor. (See story on page 7.)

If you are curious about history, make sure to visit the Museum at 11 Cross Street after 2pm each day where you can be taken back in time by hearing school bells ring and the clickity clack of a type writer.

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FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD 1PM THURSDAY 16TH FEBRUARY PUBLIC WELCOME TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF LAKE FORBES AQUATIC AREA Forbes Shire Council advises the Lake Forbes Aquatic Area waterway will be temporarily closed to the general public for the NSW Barefoot Water Ski Club Forbes Tournament from Thursday, February 23 to Sunday, February 26, 2017.

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

RED CROSS MOBILE BLOOD SERVICE When: 13-15 February Where: Harold Street, next to Victoria Park Time: 9.45am-3pm daily Roll up your sleeves and give blood. Your donation can save three lives.

Some things to remember when you donate: Drink Up! Have 3 or 4 glasses of water or juice in the hours before you donate.

Eat! Have a good sized breakfast or lunch.

To make an appointment call 13 14 95 or visit www.donateblood.com.au Please remember to bring your photo ID with you

HERITAGE ADVISORY SERVICE & LOCAL HERITAGE FUND Council provides a free Heritage advisory service for owners of items of historical significance.

Council also provides monetary assistance on a $ for $ basis for the conservation and maintenance of historical items.

Council’s heritage advisor’s next visit is scheduled for 7th & 8th February 2017.

Appointments can be made by phoning Brianna on 68502344.

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST 2014 Holden Commodore Evoke Sedan: Plant No. 1467, Rego: CRT40T, 90,000km Auto, White, Reverse camera, Parking sensors, Registered 14/04/2017 2014 Toytoa Kluger GX 2WD Wagon: Plant No. 1468, Rego: CQH58S, 45,000km Auto, White, Tow bar, Reverse camera, Parking sensors, Registered 14/04/2017 2014 Toyota Hilux Dual Cab Utility: Plant No. 1485, Rego: CRT43U, 77,600km 5 Speed manual, White, Tow bar, Tub back, Registered 14/04/2017 2012 Toyota Camry Sedan: Plant No. 1423, Rego: BQ17YQ, 83,000km Auto, White, Registered 14/04/2017 Inspections are available at Forbes Shire Council’s Depot in Bandon St by appointment only.

Tender forms are available from the front desk of the town hall building in Court St or from the Engineering Office in Lachlan St. Expressions of interest close 5:00pm Friday 10th February For further information please call Council’s Plant/Purchasing Officer Sam Cunningham on 6850 2887 or email samcu@forbes.nsw.gov.au

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS TO COUNCIL COMMITTEE Nominations are sought for the following representative positions to the Saleyards Advisory and Floodplain Management Committees. These Committees are responsible for making recommendations to Council on special interest issues.

• Saleyards Advisory Committee: stock and station agents; vendor; regional representative (i.e. active participant within the livestock industry); transporter and buyer.

• Floodplain Management Committee: community member with active interest in floodplain management.

The nomination form is available from Council’s website (expressions of interest page).

Nominations must be submitted by Thursday 9 February 2017. For further information contact Council’s Senior Administration Officer Kylie Grayson, on 6850 2300.

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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15 Ways to Keep Cool When It’s Hot

Keeping cool when temperatures reach record highs isn’t just about comfort. Dangerously high temperatures can result in heatrelated illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. The following tips can help you keep cool.

• Alter your pattern of outdoor exercise to take advantage of cooler times (early morning or late evening), or scale down by walking instead or running.

• Wear loose-fitting clothing of a light colour.

• Cotton clothing will keep you cooler than synthetics.

• Fill a spray bottle with water and keep it in the refrigerator for a quick refreshing spray.

• Fans can help circulate air and make you feel cooler even in an air-conditioned house.

• Store lotions in the refrigerator to use on hot, overtired feet.

• Keep plastic bottles of water in the freezer; grab one when you’re ready to go outside. As the ice melts, you’ll have a supply of cold water with you.

• Take frequent baths or showers with cool or tepid water.

• Combat dehydration by drinking plenty of water with sports drinks or other sources of electrolytes.

• Some people swear by small, portable, battery-powered fans.

• If you’re wearing a cap or hat, remove it and pour a bit of ice cold water into the hat, then quickly invert it and place on your head.

• Avoid caffeine and alcohol as these will promote dehydration.

• Avoid hot foods and try lighter summer fare including frequent small meals or snacks containing cold fruit or low fat dairy products. You won’t have to cook next to a hot stove.

• If you don’t have air-conditioning, plan to spend parts of the day in a shopping mall, public library, movie theater, or other public space that is cool.

• Finally, use common sense. If the heat is intolerable, stay indoors and avoid activities in direct sunlight or on hot asphalt surfaces. Pay special attention to the elderly, infants, and anyone with a chronic illness, as they may dehydrate easily and be more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Don’t forget that pets also need protection from dehydration and heat-related illnesses.

(MedicineNet.com)

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Love Notes

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20 words for just $10 incl GST. To place your love note in our special Valentines Day feature please email sales@forbesphoenix.com.au or phone 6344 1846.

Deadline 5pm Monday, 6th February.

One of only seven left in the world: Ivel 277 on its way to the Forbes Historical Museum.

Rare Tractor At Forbes Historical Museum

If you have a passion for antique machines Forbes will have to be on your bucket list as one of only seven Ivel tractors left in the world is now part of the Forbes and District Historical Society Museum.

The 114-year-old Ivel tractor is regarded as the first successful agricultural tractor, being the first machine made that was able to replace horses.

It took 18 months to restore the Forbes Ivel tractor, belonging to the Forbes Historial Society, at a cost of $18,000.

Museum President Bruce Adams said the group was extremely proud to have restored a rare and historic Ivel tractor. The tractor was used in Gooloogong as a pump engine until the 1950’s, but came to the museum in disrepair.

“A lot of the parts, including all the brass bits, had been stolen off it and sold. We had to dismantle it completely,” Bruce said.

“We had parts made locally and some in the UK, and it’s all in running order again,

you can drive it around.”

Developed in 1903 by English inventor, Dan Albone, about 480 of the threewheel petrol powered farm tractors were produced and exported across the world, but only seven have been recorded to still exist. Ivel (un-numbered) at the Science Museum, London, UK; Ivel 131 Peter Moffitt Vallum Farm East Wallhoused, UK; Ivel 141 Mutare Museum, Zimbabwe; Ivel 258 Aluarp Museum, Sweden; Ivel 269 Norm McKenzie of Cumnock, Australia; Ivel 277 Forbes Historical Museum, Forbes NSW Australia and Ivel 352 John Illingworth, Western Australia.

In 1903, the sale price for the Ivel Tractor was £300 GBP, roughly £33,300 in today’s money. The historic Ivel Tractor is said to be worth around $300,000.

The Forbes Ivel is on display in a custom-made glass cabinet at the Forbes and District Historical Society Museum.

Canberra Calling Young Indigenous Leaders Applications are open for the 2017 National Indigenous Youth Parliament (NIYP). The NIYP is a week-long leadership program for Indigenous Australians aged 16 to 25, to be held in Canberra from 23rd to 29th May. Electoral Commissioner, Tom Rogers, said this was a golden opportunity to learn about government and leadership directly from the people making decisions that affect Indigenous communities.

The Australian Electoral Commission will bring 50 young Indigenous Australians to Canberra - six from each state and territory and two from the Torres Strait Islands.

“Participants will receive training in public speaking and in dealing with the media,”

said Tom. The centrepiece of the NIYP is a twoday simulated parliament in the House of Representatives chamber at Old Parliament House. Participants will debate bills and issues important to themselves and their communities. No specific skills or experience are required to participate in the NIYP, apart from a desire to have a say in what’s going on in your community.

“I urge young Indigenous Australians to grab this opportunity and apply today.”

Applications are open until Friday, 3rd March. Participants will be chosen based on their ideas, community activity and leadership potential. To apply visit www. aec.gov.au/indigenous.

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COWAL PARTNERING PROGRAM APPLICATIONS CLOSE: TUESDAY 28 FEBRUARY 2017

At Evolution mining, we understand the importance of building a relationship with our communities on a foundation of trust, mutual respect and genuine partnership.

The Cowal Partnering Program (CPP) is one program that demonstrates our commitment to working together with the community to help them achieve their aspirations.

Applications are now open for community based organisations seeking support for events and projects based within the Bland, Lachlan and Forbes Shires.

If you would like further information about the Cowal Partnering Program, the eligibility of your project or to obtain an application form, please contact Evolution Mining’s Social Responsibility Team on 0437 426 184 or email community.cowal@evolutionmining.com.au.

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SCHOOL’S ON

It’s back to school time. Henry Parkes was instrumental in passing the first Public Schools Act in 1866. The colony’s non-denomination public education system was based on which national model?

DON’T BE LATE FOR SCHOOL Kids! Are your alarm clocks set and lunches packed yet you always seem to be late or forget something or go to school tired? Here are some tips to make your school mornings a breeze.

a) British National Model b) French Imperial Method

1. Get to bed at a reasonable hour, no screens in bed and wake up early so you have time to prepare for the day.

2. Avoid that snooze button on your alarm!

3. Eat a healthy breakfast to help you wake up faster.

4. Get your homework done early so you are organised and don’t have to stay up late.

5. Get some exercise, this will help you sleep well too!

6. Don’t eat dinner too late, it can keep you awake

c) Irish National Système Answer is at the bottom of What’s On on page 10.

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Kathy Bray How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here?

I have lived in Forbes since I was about three years old. Forbes is a wonderful place to live because of our friendly community. Forbes is truly amazing because if there is a crisis the whole community works together to help and support those in need.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work? I work for a Government department. What I enjoy most is working with people, meeting people and learning new things.

What do you do to unwind after work and on weekends? I relax in my garden. I also spend a lot of my time with my grandchildren and other family members.

Watching my grandchildren play sport brings me a lot of joy.

What are you really good at? Crocheting and that is because I love making items for the grandchildren If you could have a super power, what would it be? Invisibility, so I could vanish in the blink of an eye, and leave the house without anyone noticing.

What is your pet hate? Seeing children or pets being left in the car.

Tell us about your best holiday ever.

The best holiday ever was the road trip about 20 years ago, to Renmark in South Australia with my daughter. The purpose of the trip was to spend time with a best friend. We also did all the tourist sites on the way. It certainly was a wonderful holiday.

FRIDAY 3rd February 10:45am Sing

12:50pm La La Land

3:10pm The Light Between Two Oceans 5:35pm Sing

7:40pm La La Land

10:00 Red Dog: True Blue SATURDAY 4th February 10:45am Sing

12:50pm La La Land 3:10pm Moana

5:15pm The Legend of Ben Hall 7:40pm Red Dog: True Blue

9:25pm Rogue One: A Star Wars Story SUNDAY 5th February 10:45am Sing

12:50pm Red Dog: True Blue

2:35pm The Legend of Ben Hall 5:00pm Sing

7:05pm La La Land MONDAY 6th February

10:45am The Light Between Oceans 1:15pm Red Dog: True Blue 3:00pm La La Land 5:20pm Sing

7:20pm La La Land TUESDAY 7th February

10:45am Sing - Mums ‘n Bubs session 12:50pm La La Land

3:10pm Rogue One: A Star Wars Story 5:35pm Sing

7:40pm Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them WEDNESDAY 8th February

10:45am The Legend of Ben Hall 1:15pm La La Land

3:45pm Red Dog: True Blue 5:30pm Moana 7:40pm Sing

SESSIONS & TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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BE Seen

The Stitt Family of Lenny, Bill and Cherie enjoyed an early morning swim at the Forbes Pool on the weekend.

Sheenah and Stella Bull enjoyed the last day of the school holidays at the Forbes Pool. “We just want to make the most of the day and this is the perfect way,” said Sheenah.

Nadine Mattiske and Tom Thatcher enjoyed catching up when MP for Orange, Phil Donato visited the Wirrinya Progress and Sports Association on Tuesday.

Members of the Lachlan Street CWA were thrilled to meet MP for Orange, Phil Donato. They are l – r Cherylin Cole, Elaine Bright, Maureen Miller, Phil Donato, Dot Woodcock, Zelma Grayson, Margaret Adams, Robin Pols and June Lamb.

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WHAT’S On 3 Feb

The Adult Survivors of Child Abuse - Cowra Support Group meets on the first Friday of each month at 12:30. Open to all survivors of any community. Contact Pascale on 6342 1612. Details on website: http://www.itmatters.com.au/childAbuse_support_Cowra.html

4 & 12 Feb

Red Bend Junior Rugby League Club 2017 Registrations from 1 – 3pm at Red Bend Catholic College. Fee is $90, including shorts and socks. Free sausage sizzle. Contact Shaun on 0498 121 416.

6 Feb

Forbes Neighbourhood Watch meeting at the Forbes Services Memorial Club at 7pm.

6 Feb

Forbes & District Soccer Club Special Meeting at the Forbes Services Memorial Club at 7pm to elect a new committee.

11 Feb

Bedgerabong Annual Picnic Races at Bedgerabong Racecourse. Gates open from 11am. Cost $15 per person, kids under 15 free. More information at www.bedgerabongraces.com.au

11 Feb

Old Time New Vogue Dance from 2 – 6pm at the Forbes Youth & Community Centre. Cost $10. Bring a plate to share. Contact Phil Redenbach on 0409 662 285.

13-15 Feb

Red Cross Mobile Blood Service at Harold Street next to Victoria Park from 9:45am – 3pm daily. Call 13 14 95 to make an appointment. Remember to bring photo ID with you.

16-26 Feb

Banjo Paterson Australian Poetry Festival in Orange. For more information visit www.visitorange.com.au

4 Mar

SAVE THE DATE Forbes North Public School 60th Birthday Fair 10am2pm. Plenty of stalls and activities for everyone.

4 Mar

Fancy Dress Fundraiser for the McGrath Foundation and Ava Garland at the Forbes Inn. Get a table of ten and pick your year of music to dress up to – whether it be the 1920s, 1950s Rock & roll, 1960s flower power, 1980s punk, 1990s dance, pop or rap. Tickets are $35 each, nibbles provided.

RSVP Tami Stewart 0427552243 tami.james@bigpond.com or Sharon Maguire 0428563161 cooee@activ8.net.au

MONTHLY

The Forbes and District Lions Club meet the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Vandenberg Hotel at 6.30 for 7.00pm. Call Peter Bright on 0419 463 803 or Ray Judge on (02)6852 2143 for more information.

Topical Trivia answer: c) The Irish National Model

Baby Albie Pallister enjoyed a fun day of swimming with Emily Phillips and Kasey Schatz.

Phil Donato (left) visited the Forbes Men’s Shed on Tuesday to announce a $40,000 grant. Present at the meeting were (L-R) Ray Haley (President Men’s Shed), Graham Miller (Forbes Mayor), Andrew Rawsthorne (Grants Officer, Forbes Shire Council) and Ray New.

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

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Tomorrow Is World Cancer Day

Young Citizen of the Year, Aidan Clarke, is a childcare worker at Forbes Learning Ladder. His manager Raewyn Molloy is very proud of his achievement.

Children Inspire Young Citizen Of The Year

The Forbes Phoenix found the Young Citizen of the Year, Aidan Clarke, at the Forbes Learning Ladder where he gently and expertly helped put on a little girl’s shoes, wiped a runny nose, and ensured all children had a helmet on when bike riding, in between answering questions.

Manager, Raewyn Molloy said: “Aidan’s Young Citizen of the Year award is so well deserved. We all feel very lucky to have Aidan here at the Forbes Learning Ladder.”

At school Aidan was captain of Forbes North Public School, a member of the Forbes High School SRC for five years and captain of Forbes High School in 2013.

Aidan said he was so happy and grateful to have the opportunity to grow in the career of his choice, study with TAFE and attain his goal of attending university without having to leave Forbes.

“I was successful in gaining a traineeship

here in 2014. Then during 2015 and 2016, I completed a Diploma of Childcare.” This year Aidan will commence a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education externally with Charles Sturt University.

On top of his studies, Aidan will be taking care of and nurturing up to 20 little ones of three and four year old. “We will have to see how it goes,” said Aidan. If his calm manner and love of childcare is anything to go by, he should not have any problems coping.

When asked what he enjoyed most about working as a childcare worker, Aidan said it was the experience of seeing tiny babies arrive and leave as children ready to start school who can tie their own shoe laces.

Congratulations Aidan you are an inspiration to future recipients of the Forbes Young Citizen of the Year!

By Dianne Collie

Tomorrow is World Cancer Day and the Cancer Council NSW is encouraging residents in the Central West to commit to making healthier lifestyle choices to reduce their cancer risk.

The theme for the day: We can. I can encourages anyone, young or old, to make positive changes to help reduce their cancer risk, according to Ricky Puata at Cancer Council NSW Western region.

“We know that 1 in 3 cases of cancer can be prevented by making simple changes to our lifestyle. In addition to being sun safe and quitting smoking, being more active, eating enough fruits and vegetables, limiting intake of red meat and alcohol and maintaining a healthy weight are easy lifestyle habits that can significantly reduce our cancer risk.

“Sport is a huge part of the Western region community; why not join a Saturday social team to get active or head for a walk with friends,” said Ricky.

“Add some extra veggies to your Saturday barbeque, and consider swapping some of the red meat options for chicken or fish. Any reduction in drinking alcohol will help to reduce your cancer risk too.”

In Australia, 37,000 cases of cancer could be prevented each year by taking these simple actions for a healthier lifestyle.” In Western NSW alone 1,864 people are estimated to be diagnosed with cancer in a single year, with 632 deaths expected.

For more information on cancer prevention, visit www.1in3cancers.com.au.

Forbes Croquet Club Many players have been turning up for the early start at 8:15am eager to beat the heat and hit the courts. A special mention goes to Libby Smart and her off siders for their superb work in setting up the courts before everyone arrives.

Results for Saturday, 28th January: Kevin Rubie and Jeff Liebich 14 def Harley Stewart and Lorraine Todd 10.

Bruce Field and Libby Smart 14 def Bob Murray and Bill Scott 10.

Alex Todd and M Langfield 14 def Doreen Rogers and Lorna Field 12.

Judy Ellis and Veva MacCullagh 14 def J.H.Browne and Joan Littlejohn 13.

Anne Stewart and Jill Rubie 14 def Mary

Nelson and Kathleen Broderick 13.

John and Cherylin Cole 14 def Doreen Whitworth 11.

Colleen Liebich and Dorothea Croker 14 def J MacCullagh and Barry White 11.

Colleen Liebich and John Cole 14 def Doreen Whitworth and Marg Nelson 7.

Jeff Liebich and Libby Smart 14 def Joan Littlejohn and Doreen Rogers 10.

Alex and Lorraine Todd 14 def Kevin Broderick and Cherylin Cole 10.

Bruce Field and Dorothea Croker 14 def Anne Stewart and Jill Rubie 8.

Bob Murray and Lorna Field 14 def Judy Ellis and M Langfield 10.

Kevin Rubie and Veva MacCullagh 14 def

John MacCullagh and Bill Scott 11.

Harley Stewart 14 def John H Browne and Barry White 13.

Bruce Field and Merv Langfield 14 def Cherylin Cole and Judy Ellis 9.

Alex Todd and Veva MacCullagh 14 def Bob Murray and Dorothea Croker 10.

Jill and Kevin Rubie 14 def Lorna Field and Lorraine Todd 10.

Joan Littlejohn 14 def John H Browne 13.

Harley Stewart and Doreen Whitworth 14 def Colleen Liebich and Marg Nelson 10.

John Cole and Libby Smart 14 def Kathleen Broderick and Jeff Liebich 10.

Anne Stewart and Bill Scott 14 def John MacCullagh and Barry White 12.

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Pony Club Celebrates Successful 2016 The Forbes Pony Club celebrated its success in 2016 on Sunday. Club President, Lisa Glasson said it was a very successful year with four member representing NSW: Katie Townsend for show jumping; Lizzie Wythes and Brooke Kelly for show riding and Ellie Glasson for combined training. The club also hosted a two-day Gymkhana, while the Zone Gymkhana was hosted in Forbes where almost 60 riders from the Central West competed. You can register as a rider, volunteer or member at the Forbes Pony Club Grounds, Forester Street on Sunday at 9am.

THE PRIZE WINNERS... Pictured at the back (L-R) are Prue Baker, Katie Townsend and Laura Pritchett. In the middle are Ellie Glasson and Scartlett Francis, and in front are Stirling Francis, Brooke Kelly, Indigo Francis and Regan Molloy.

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Forbes Triathlon Now Part Of National Series

Forbes will turn into a sporting hub on the weekend of 1st and 2nd April when a major event organiser takes on the Forbes Triathlon Festival.

The Forbes Running and Tri Club has called on NSW’s leading multisport organiser Elite Energy Events to put together a weekend of triathlon action.

It is expected that the weekend will not only bring large numbers of athletes, but also boost the local economy with more than $500,000,” said Sebastian Gallery of Elite Energy.

“We are thrilled to be able to bring a weekend full of events to the area and forming a strong relationship with the Forbes Shire Council and the local people. We look forward to welcoming hundreds of athletes from across NSW,” said Elite Energy’s CEO Mark Emerton.

The triathlon festival, held over two days, kicks off on the Saturday morning with the Sprint Triathlon(750m swim, 20km bike and 10km run), Enticer Triathlon(100m swim,

4km bike and 1km run) and Miniman for Kids Triathlon(100m swim, 2km ride, and 1km run). Later in the day there will be fun runs and the Island to Island swim at the Forbes Ski Dam. Sunday will be another day of action with the Standard distance(1.5km swim/40km bike/10km run) and the main event the Ultimate Triathlon (1.9km swim, 90km bike and 21.1km run). The Ultimate Triathlon is the newest entrant into half iron distance triathlon racing. Forbes is the sixth leg of the Ultimate Triathlon series of seven locations across Australia.

The event hub for the Forbes Triathlon Festival will be located at the Ski Dam. Registrations for the Forbes Festival are open at www.eliteenergy.com.au Community groups and sporting clubs wishing to become involved in the volunteer program and help raise funds for their community or sporting group should email volunteer@eliteenergy.com.au.

WIN TWO TICKETS TO BEDGERABONG PICNIC RACES Saturday, 11 February 2017.

Six race program commencing at 1.30pm.

Complete the below entry form and return it to Ian Simpson & Co., or enter online via our website www.forbesphoenix.com.au for your chance to win.

Entries close 2pm, Thursday 9th February Name: Address: Email: Phone:

BEDGERABONG PICNIC RACES

• Marquee sites available • Fashions on the Field • Live Entertainment by “The Works” • Free Kids Entertainment

Saturday 11th February 2017

No alcohol or glass to be brought onto grounds

2017 Bedgerabong Picnic Race Club Cup Sponsored by Fabstock & McClintock Group. Six race program commencing 1.30pm

Why drive and risk it...Shuttle buses to & from Forbes Enquiries phone Natalie Ostler 6857 1015 www.bedgerabongraces.com.au