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Bill & Adam would like to thank all of our patients for their support in 2018. Happy Xmas. WE ARE NOW TAKING BOOKINGS FOR 2019. Phone 0475 074 104 to book your appointment.

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LET’S TALK INLAND RAIL STOCKINBINGAL TO PARKES

This section of Inland Rail consists of roughly 173km of existing rail corridor along the Forbes line from Stockinbingal to Parkes. We are planning upgrades along the existing rail corridor to accommodate 1.8km long, double-stacked freight trains. The upgrades would include: `

building a new train passing loop in Daroobalgie

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replacing the Lachlan River bridge vertical clearance work at the Wyndham Avenue bridge over the rail track in Forbes.

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DAROOBALGIE When: Monday 17 December 2018, 10 am–1 pm Where:

Canteen in the Forbes Central West Livestock Exchange, Back Yamma Rd, Daroobalgie NSW 2871

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The Forbes Carols by Candlelight annual event saw hundreds of community members flock to Victoria Park on Saturday evening to share in the celebration of the joy that Christmas brings. The park looked spectacular with lots of lit up headbands and glow candles and the night was blessed with beautiful weather and filled with song and good cheer. “The Carols committee is very pleased with how Saturday night went! We believe it was our best yet with the biggest crowd and a lovely community feel,” said Carols committee member, Jenelle Toole. “It was our first time holding it on a Saturday night and we feel that this worked well. It allowed families to stay out later without the need to be up early for school the next morning,” she said. There was an impressive line-up of guest performers along with the Forbes Town and District Band. “The music was enjoyed by all and everyone was singing along. There was also a visit from Santa, which the children loved having a chat with and they were extra pleased to take advantage of a photo opportunity with him,” said Jenelle. People were well fed with the Lions Club barbeque. The Forbes High School coffee cart and Cold Rock ice cream were also kept very busy throughout the evening. “On behalf of the Carols committee, we would like to send a big thank you to all who made the night possible. We look forward to 2019, in which we will also be celebrating the town’s 50th Carols by Candlelight,” said Jenelle. The committee would like all community members to mark down this wonderful event in their calendar for next year. Carols by Candlelight is now the second Saturday in December.

The Australian Government is delivering Inland Rail through the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC), in partnership with the private sector.

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It has been a busy couple of weeks in our Shire. Recently we met with the consultants regarding Templar Street for their recommendations on the CBD masterplan. The community has decided of the three options supplied for Templar Street, option two was considered the preferred option. This maintains a two-way street, raising the pavement and have nose in parking. In my column next week I’ll let you know of Council’s decision. The Homemaker Centre Stage 2 is well underway with water and sewer being installed at present. In February/March major building work will commence here. Council has been granted an extension for the Flood Study to incorporate the 2016 data, which is important as the last flood reacted very differently to previous ones. It is important we have the correct data included in the study to ensure the best solutions are applied. Representation has been sought from Anthony Roberts, Minister for Planning, to try and get a gateway for Bathurst Street to

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change the zoning of this area to allow rural residential development in the eastern part of lower Bathurst Street. Forbes Shire Council is pleased to partner with Clean TeQ and our neighbouring council’s in signing the Voluntary Planning Agreement for the Sunrise Mining Project

THUMBS UP To Jenelle Toole and her crew for all their hard work and time put in to give Forbes a fantastic Carols in the Park on Saturday. Such an asset to the town. Well done!

THUMBS DOWN To McDonalds for making the senior citizens get out of their cars to receive their courtesy cup of coffee instead of allowing this in drive through.

THUMBS UP To the Forbes Town and District Band for their contribution to the Carols by Candlelight on Saturday. on Thursday. This will provide an opportunity for Forbes Shire Council to implement unique community enhancement projects over the lifespan of the mine. God Bless, Your Mayor Phyllis Miller

FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD ON THURSDAY FEBRUARY 21 COMMENCING AT 1PM DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS Two Water Facilities - Development Application No: 2018/136 Please take notice in accordance with Schedule 1 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979 and Forbes Shire Councils Development Control Plan, 2013 that a Development Appli-cation has been submitted by Forbes Farming Pty Ltd for Two Water Storage Facilities to be installed at Lot:1 DP:753129, known as “Bergan Park” Newell Highway JEMALONG. Forbes Rugby Union Club Presidents Lunch 2019 Development Application No: 2018/138 Please take notice in accordance with Schedule 1 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979 and Forbes Shire Councils Development Control Plan, 2013 that a Development Appli-cation has been submitted by Forbes Rugby Union Club for the purpose of holding the Presi-dents Lunch 2019, at Grinstead/South Circle Ovals, Gordon Duff Drive Forbes on Saturday 23 March 2019. The applications will be on public exhibition from the 14 December 2018 - 17 January 2019. Any person may make a submission, in writing, in relation to the applications which must be received by Council on or before 5:00pm on 17 January 2019. If you wish to make a submission regarding the proposals you must clearly explain your reasons (on planning grounds). The applications are classified as local development with Forbes Shire Council being the consent authority.

REQUEST FOR TENDER NOTICE 2018-23 Central West Livestock Exchange Expansion – Electrical Works (Package 3) (Readvertised) Tenders are invited for the CWLE Expansion – Electrical Works (Package 3). Tenders, addressed to the General Manager, are to be lodged either by hand, post or Council’s e-tendering portal, Tenderlink, by 9:00am, Thursday 7 February 2019. For further information contact Council’s Contracts and Projects Officer on 6850 2300 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 of any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

FORBES CBD CLOSURE Council wishes to advise that the following streets will be closed on December 14 between 2:00pm and 10:00pm for the Forbes Business Chambers Christmas Carnival; • Templar Street, between Lachlan and Rankin Street • Rankin Street, between Webb and Grenfell Street • Battye Street, between Lawler and Rankin Street • Collett Lane BATTYE STREET CLOSURE: Council wishes to advise that Battye Street, between Lawler and Rankin Street will be closed from 11:00am-1:00pm on the 24 of December for the Forbes Business Chambers Christmas Draw.

ALCOHOL FREE ZONES Council advises that it has re-established three Alcohol Free Zones being the Forbes CBD, Hospital precinct and Visitor Information Centre area. Details of the areas can be obtained at Councils Administration Office. SUSPENSION OF ALCOHOL FREE ZONE: Council has resolved to suspend the Alcohol Free Zone at the western end of Templar Street from 2:00pm to 10:00pm 14 December 2018.

REACH YOUR POTENTIAL WITH COUNCIL We are searching for five high talent employees to take up rare ‘study while you work’ opportunities with Council here in Forbes! TAFE & work based: Trainee Ranger; Trainee Business Support Officer; Trainee Biosecurity Officer. Cadet Civil Engineer (University degree while you work!); Civil Designer (study while you work!) Please view full details on Council’s website under ‘Positions Vacant’

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.

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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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SNIPPETS... alties for first time drug presence offences detected on the roadside via NSW’s mobile drug testing program will include a fine and three month licence suspension. First time mid-range (BAC of 0.08 - 0.14) offenders will need to have an alcohol interlock device installed in their vehicle to prove they can separate their drinking from driving. Repeat offenders will face vehicle sanctions, including licence plate confiscation and vehicle impoundment. NO TIME LIKE HOLIDAY TIME... The amazing pop up playground, Obstacool is coming to Forbes this December school holidays.

Obstacool coming to Forbes: Forbes Shire Council is bringing the amazing pop up playground Obstacool to Forbes this December school holidays. Obstacool is Australia’s biggest inflatable obstacle course designed for children big and small, with a series of inflatable climbing walls, tunnels and play elements aimed at helping children develop healthy, active habits. Obstacool will be set up in Nelson Park, adjacent to Forbes Preschool. Free access for children will be available between 9am and 3pm on 22nd December. Each session lasts 45 minutes and commences on the hour. Children must be checked in by a parent or guardian and supervised during the time that they are in the course. Admission is free and participation is open to any age above four. Children under the age of 16 require adult supervision. Tough New Drink Driving Penalties: Stronger penalties for drink driving came into effect in NSW on Monday, 3rd December to help reduce trauma on our roads. Under the new laws, any driver who commits a low-range (blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.05 - 0.079) drink driving offence will be fined $561 and lose their licence immediately for three months. Pen-

Double Demerits for the Holidays: Double demerit points will be in force for 12 days over the Christmas and New Year period to improve road safety during the holiday season. Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire Councils’ Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Melanie Suitor said that double demerit points would run from Friday, 21st December to Tuesday, 1st January inclusive for all speeding, seatbelt, motorcycle helmet and mobile phone offences. Please note that Friday, 21st December is a gazetted school day - so double demerits will apply to relevant school zone offences. The scheme is designed to encourage safe and responsible driving. Working in conjunction with financial penalties, double demerit points provide a strong incentive to drive within the law.

There will be 12 days of double demerits over the Christmas and New Year break.

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Inland Rail Heading To Forbes For Community Consultations Inland Rail will be in Forbes this month to talk to locals about the project and get feedback on the early designs and planning in the local area. Inland Rail is the 1,700 kilometre rail line which will link Melbourne and Brisbane allowing the passage of double stacked freight trains up to 1,800 metres long and helping connect cities and farms to markets across the country, safer, faster and more efficiently. Between Stockinbingal and Parkes the project will use the existing 169 kilometre rail corridor. But there are structures along that route where changes are needed to allow the passage of the taller trains. These community drop-ins in the Forbes town centre will allow people to hear directly from project representatives, ask questions and give their feedback. “We want to hear from as many people in the area as possible. It is still the early design stages for this leg of Inland Rail,” said Project Manager, Cameron Simpkins. “But we’re looking at the options around replacing the Lachlan River rail bridge, and what enhancements will be needed at the Wyndham Avenue road bridge, so that the taller trains can pass under it safely. There are also likely to be some enhancement works needed in the Forbes railway station precinct.” The scheduled sessions are: • Daroobalgie on Monday, 17th December from 10am to 1pm at the canteen at the Forbes Central West Livestock Exchange; • Forbes on Monday, 17th December from 4pm to 7pm at the corner of Templar Street and Lachlan Street and • Forbes on Tuesday, 18th December from 8am to 11am at the corner of Templar Street and Lachlan Street.

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Tim & staff would like to thank our customers & wish them a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year. Christmas Trading: Closing 4pm 21st December 2018 Re-open 7am 14th January 2019 Forbes High School Year 11 student, Sophie Cowan was presented with the prestigious Victor Chang School Science Award at a ceremony held in Dubbo recently.

FHS Bright Mind Shines At Prestigious Awards

The prestigious Victor Chang School Science Awards were presented to 13 Year 11 students from the Western NSW region for excellence in the field of science. Sophie Cowan of Forbes High School (FHS) was one such recipient to receive the esteemed award at a presentation ceremony held at the end of November in Dubbo. Showing promise in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), these bright students have continued to challenge themselves in the classroom. “Sophie is a student who has consistently worked to achieve her best in all areas of study. She has researched and produced a biology depth study of exemplary standard, providing knowledge and insight far above her peers,” said Toni Edwards, FHS Head Teacher Science/Agriculture. “Sophie is always positive, quiet, diligent and confident in her work, assisting others when needed. Her calm demeanour provides an environment for others to feel comfortable and confident during group settings.

“She is both respectful and responsible, leading by example in all facets of course work. She has been placed first in Biology at Forbes High School, having achieved two perfect scores for assessments this year,” said Toni. Named after the late cardiac surgeon and pioneer of modern heart transplantation, Dr Victor Chang, these awards were established to celebrate young, gifted students and to foster growth in scientific studies. The Victor Chang School Science Awards help raise community awareness and appreciation of the important contribution scientists can make to our everyday lives. Dr Alastair Stewart from the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute believes that by guiding and encouraging these students to consider a career in STEM, the legacy of Australian discovery will only become stronger. The winners will join more than 200 students from across NSW on a tour of the Victor Chang Institute, and have the opportunity to learn first-hand from our worldrenowned scientists.

Christmas Carnival Time

The wait is finally over with the Forbes Christmas Carnival happening today! There is so much more on offer this year including free rides on the tea cups, jumping castles and Hector - the bucking bull. Test your artistic talents with Street Art or join the kids in a giant game somewhere in Templar or Rankin Streets. Showcasing 30 market stalls with lots of variety. Some of the stalls include plants, children’s clothes, honey, cherries, adult clothing, handmade jewellery, natural oils, candles, signs, beeswax wraps and slime. There are also some wonderful food and drink stalls dotted around. Again the amazing emergency services will be on hand to demonstrate and talk to visitors. There are also give-aways and activities. There is even a rumour that a special visitor might arrive on a very important vehicle as well. The novelty relay race will be held at 6:45pm in Rankin Street. Teams of two are most welcome. Call into SportsPower and nominate or show up on the evening. Come along from 5pm to 9pm and join in the fun.

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Grain Fed Beef Definition Expanded Beef farmers will now be able to market their cattle as ‘Grain Fed Finished’ after feeding them grain for 35 days before sale or export and will be able to ask a premium for these animals. Previously, only two standards existed: ‘Grain Fed’ and ‘Grain Fed Young Beef’. ‘Grain fed’ required the cattle to be fed on grain for 80 of the past 100 days while ‘Grain Fed Young Beef’ required grain to be fed 50 of the past 60 days for females and 70 days for males. “This new ‘Grain Fed Finished’ standard means farmers can feed the cattle grain for 35 days and reap the benefits of selling as ‘Grain Fed Finished’,” said Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources, David Littleproud. “The science says 35 days on grain produces the fat colour attribute associated with grain-fed beef. Thirty-five days on one property means cattle are Meat Standards Australia accredited, too. “The standard requires the cattle be fed on a specified high energy grain diet. As Australians, we refuse to compromise on quality,” said David. The standard is operational now, having been signed into regulation. Fast facts: • The new ‘Grain Fed Finished’ standard, or trade description, will apply both domestically and overseas. • Grain Fed (GF) cattle must have been in a feedlot for not less than 100 days and for not less than 80 days of that, on a nutritionally balance ration of a recognised high energy feed of which grain is the highest single component. • Grain Fed Young Beef (GFYB) cattle must have been in a feedlot for not less than 70 days (females for not less than 60 days) and for not less than 50 days of that, on a nutritionally balance ration of a recognised high energy feed of which grain is the highest single component.

Jemalong Wool Weekly Market Update The quantity of wool on offer increased slightly this week, however despite the increase, the total volume of wool sold (season to date) is still 18% less than it was this time last season. The merino sector performed solidly, recording gains across most microns, only a lack of interest in some inferior types and reduced buyer demand on wool with poor additional measurements, prevented the MPG’s from posting larger gains. Despite the merino fleece sector recording overall gains, the NRI lost 8 cents for the week, to close at 1,897. This movement was mainly due to large losses experienced in the crossbred sector, which saw prices quickly revers after recording large gains at the previous sale. Wools 30 micron and finer lost 70-130 cents, however the sharp reduction in price was met with firm seller resistance, with approximately 20% of the crossbred offering passed in. After three weeks of sustained price rises the oddment market lost ground with locks, stains and crutchings generally. Source: AWEX

Making Smart Farming Ideas A Reality More than $9 million is available under Round two of Smart Farms Small Grants. Grants of between $5,000 and $200,000 to assist farmers and groups to adapt to change, innovate and become more sustainable. Part of the National Landcare Program’s $134 million Smart Farms Program. Landholders and community groups can now apply for up to $200,000 under Round two of Smart Farms Small Grants. Landcare groups, NRM bodies, Indigenous organisations and community groups are encouraged to throw their hat in the ring. “The future of Aussie agriculture relies on sustainable farming and land management practices,” said Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources, David Littleproud. “Our farmers are looking for new practices and tools to stay sustainable and profitable. These grants support new projects to improve Aussie soil, biodiversity and vegetation. “They will also help support water security and promote climate-smart farming. Ultimately, this leads to more profitable agricul-

ture, fishing and forestry industries. I know there are exceptional ideas out there and these grants can make them a reality. “The first round of funding was highly competitive, attracting over 800 applications. I strongly encourage those who missed out in Round one to apply again,” said David. More information is available online. Visit the Community Grants Hub to apply.

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Forbes Farmers Market from 8am to 12pm held at Victoria Park.

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Obstacool: school holiday activity held at Nelson Park from 9am to 3pm. Parental supervision is required for children under the age of 16 years.

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As part of a project to upgrade facilities at the Forbes Aquatic Area, Council have begun works on extending the beach area near the boat ramp. Initial landscaping works have been completed and a new layer of sand will be brought in shortly to finish the work off.

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The Phoenix Group of Newspapers held its Christmas Party at the Hart Bar last week. (L-R) are Emily James, Sylvie Maloney, Kelly Breen, Sarah Maynard, Roie Rowston, Linda van Coller, Gizell van Wyk, Maggi Barnard and Lisa Brien.

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Upgrade works at the skate park including a new shelter, a water bubbler and seating have recently been completed. These ideas came from the community through the Forbes Youth Action Team.

Forbes Christmas Carnival from 5pm to 9pm. Exciting stalls, activities and food. Also introducing the “Water in the Bucket” relay race judged by the Fire Brigade.

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Forbes Handicraft Centre Market Day from 9am until 1pm outside the shop in Lachlan Street. There will be an abundance of Christmas goodies, cakes, puddings, cookies and lots more. Fresh garden produce will be available.

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Havannah House Christmas Day Luncheon at the Forbes Town Hall from 12pm for a 12:30pm start. Red Bend Catholic College Open Day Enrolments for 2019 are still being taken.

The Gathered Green pickup every Wednesday at Apex Park between 3pm to 4pm. Forbes & District Lions Club meets at the Vandenberg Hotel on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at 7pm. For further information phone Gayle Williams on 0268 511 863.

The Forbes Community Men’s Shed meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00am to 12pm at the Forbes Showground.

Forbes Domestic & Family Violence Committee Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 9:30am at Forbes Health Service (old conference room). Contact Renee Ellison on 6850 1234.

The Rotary Club of Forbes meets at the Vandenberg Hotel on the first and third Wednesdays of every month at 6:30pm. Call Chris Finkle on 0429 661 358 for further information.

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. If interested contact Pascale on 6342 1612. Members come from Canberra, Temora, Forbes, Eugowra, etc. All details on our website: http://recover.itmatters.com.au.

Golden Girls Luncheon at the Forbes Services Club, 12pm, the fourth Tuesday of every month. Contact Lyn Ward on 0417 536 619. Transport is available.

Neighbourhood Watch meeting at the Forbes Services Club, 2pm on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information phone Lyn Ward on 0417 536 619. Forbes Prostate Cancer Support Group meets at the Long Tan Room of the Forbes Services Memorial Club on the 3rd Tuesday of every 2nd (odd) month at 5:30 pm. For more information phone Ray Martin on 0429 133 046. Narcotics Anonymous meeting every Tuesday night at 7pm at the Uniting Church Hall Forbes, 26 Brown Street.

Breast Cancer Support Group meets every second Saturday of the month at the Vandenberg Hotel at 12 midday. Forbes View Club meets every second Thursday of the month for lunch at Forbes Services Memorial Club at 12:00 for 12:30pm. Please phone Noelene 6951 2256 or Helen 0427 201 445. Croquet is played every Tuesday and Saturday. Contact Elvy Quirk on 0428 540 272. The Forbes Ladies Probus Club meets every fourth Friday of the month at the Forbes Services Club at 10am. Come join us for friendship and fellowship.

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News Off The Netball Courts

Good Scoring In Monthly Medal

The Forbes Netball Association (FNA) night competitions for both mixed and ladies teams played the finals in each competition recently. The finals were played between the two top teams on the point score ladder in each competition. In the ladies competition Forbes Engineering defeated Golfie 44-33. Best and fairest awards were presented after the game. This award is determined by the umpires each week and totalled at the end of the competition. Best and fairest was awarded to Shea King (CWD) and Brianna Duncan (Marist). In the mixed competition FPS Teachers defeated RBCC 32-18. Best and fairest was awarded to Kate Hanley (Double Shot) and Jack Finch (Hot Shots). News for 2019 The next night competition will be starting at the end of February 2019. The AGM of the FNA will be held on Thursday, 21st February at 7pm at the Forbes Services Memorial Club. Volunteers are needed to fill the many committee positions. The FNA is enquiring about taking teams to the International Netball Festival in October in New Zealand, with divisions entering being: Open, 18’s, 15’s and 13’s. There will be more news on the New Zealand trip in February.

The men’s comp was the December Monthly Medal, sponsored by Central West Diesel, with 64 players competing and many of them producing good scores. In the A-Grade, Dan Bayley certainly had his A-grade game going, finishing with a 75 scratch, 70 nett. Dan won on count back from Richard Nixon who also finished on 70 nett. The B-Grade produced a masterful score by Max Haley who carded a nett 69. Brodie Hodges was runner-up with 70. Denis Culley dominated the C-Grade and the day with a 67 nett. Ethan Gaffney was runner-up on 69, when an ‘8’ blemished his card. The ball sweep went to 74 nett on count back, going to: 67 – D Culley; 69 – E Gaffney, M Haley; 70 – B Hodges, D Bayley, R Nixon; 71 – B Thomas, P Cowhan, B Squires, P Grayson; 72 – S French; 73 – C Alley, P Tisdell, R Borger, B Hazell, I Bown; 74 B Slack-Smith. The NTP’s went to: 9th – C Alley; 18th – T Callaghan. The Sunday Stableford Medley had a small following, where the winner was Peter Grayson, who managed to wrangle 35 points. There was no runner-up or ball sweep. The NTP’s went to: 9th – P Grayson, signed off by Ethel Coombs, and Ethel got the NTP on the 18th, signed off by Peter.

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