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PRELIMINARY AUCTION NOTICE BRINGING HOPE... The community of Forbes will receive a boost in support later this year when charity organisation, Rural Aid brings its ‘Farm Rescue’ program to town. Pictured above: Rural Aid founders Tracey and Charles Alder.

Bid To Help Our Farmers

In an attempt to give some form of relief to struggling farmers during the current drought experienced in NSW, Kim Lowe and Herb Beer of K&H Interiors and Design have partnered with Rural Aid’s ‘Farm Rescue’ campaign to raise money to support local farmers needing assistance. The entire community is asked to join the endeavour to help drought affected farmers by attending the K&H Rural Aid Farm Rescue fundraising auction which is being held in the Sylo building on Friday, 10th August with arrival from 7.30pm commencing at 8pm. Tim Mackey from Forbes Livestock Agency has graciously volunteered to be the auctioneer for the evening. Selected goods and services donated to the cause will be auctioned to help raise money to finance the farm makeover activities. Rural Aid ‘Farm Rescue’ is helping support Australia’s rural communities and Aussie farmers by providing tangible resources to drought affected communities. In this instance the funds are being raised to fi-

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nance several mini ‘Farm Rescues’. ‘Farm Rescues’ entail a group of volunteers and some trades people visiting remote and rural areas to help fix infrastructure that farmers do not have the skill, time or money to do themselves. Community members are also asked to nominate a farmer or farmers can nominate themselves as potential recipients of a ‘Farm Rescue’. Farmers being nominated can live within an hours’ drive or less of Forbes, and can register at www.farmrescue.com.au/farm-rescue. For people wanting to do more, you can donate product, which could either be used for the auction or will be given directly to the farmers. You can also make a financial donation or volunteer to help. For more information visit the official ‘Farm Rescue’ website. The winner/s of the ‘Farm Rescue’ will be announced at the auction and the entire town is invited to attend! The ‘Farm Rescue/s’ will be delivered during 14th to 20th October.

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THUMBS... MAYORAL NOTES Council has been running a competition to find a name for the bronze dog outside the Forbes Post Office. The installation is part of the sculpture trail in conjunction with the Forbes Arts Society, the Agents Association and Council. We received over 200 suggestions all with names relating back to Forbes history or a past farm mate. After a social media blitz and over 190 votes the community has voted for... Rosa, after the wife of the architect who designed the Post Office. Thank you to Jemma McLennan for the suggestion! Following on from a successful application to the Federal Government last year for $100,000 in funding to upgrade JREC to better accommodate the Yoorana Gunya Family Healing Service, Yoorana Gunya has just been successful in gaining an additional $280,000 in funding through the State Government. The work includes a range of building upgrades and office spaces. The project will allow Yoorana Gunya to employ one additional doctor and also accept up to two Registrars per term.

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There are a lot of great events coming up in the Shire over the next month with the Mitchell Conservatorium presenting The String Contingent at the Forbes Town Hall, Forbes Cup on the 6th August and Bedgerabong Show on Saturday, 18th August.

THUMBS UP To the Forbes Shire Council for the wonderful job pruning all the roundabouts in town. They look great and so neat and professional. Congratulations!

THUMBS UP To Forbes Machinery for the quick and wonderful job they did on my electric scooter.

THUMBS UP To Inglevale Trail Rides Eugowra. Our family had such a great time! The instructors are great and the scenery along the track of the hills of Eugowra are beautiful. Topped with a log cabin damper and a cuppa. The horses were so calm and a delight to ride. Would highly recommend them to any family looking for a great adventure.

Big congratulations to the Grazing Down the Lachlan team who sold over 800 tickets to make this year’s event a sell out. Have a great week. Mayor Graeme Miller

FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING WILL BE HELD THURSDAY 16TH AUGUST AT 1PM EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL: 2018 FORBES MOTOR SHOW

Forbes Shire Council is currently building the workforce in order to the deliver on the community expectations, increasing local government demands and to deliver next level services into the future. The current opportunities are: 1. Manager Livestock Exchange. The ideal person is experienced in the Agriculture area, has financial management and strategic thinking capability, very strong stakeholder relationship skills. This role will manage an expansion and be in the lead with building and driving economic benefit. 2. Manager Corporate Business. Council is looking to recruit a dynamic, business oriented manager to lead our corporate governance, customer service and administrative management function. This opportunity would suit someone with tertiary qualification in business, a proven track record of managing a team and multiple business functions as well as a keen eye for detail on legislation, risk, records and a range of other areas. 3. Manager Fleet. A unique opportunity within local government for an experienced professional in the areas of fleet management, asset investment and disposal and analysis as well as mechanical planning and oversight. This person will be required to run, analyse and report maintenance and asset data through a sophisticated data system and report to the GM and the business with advice in all areas of fleet. This role will report to Director of Engineering and have a hands on approach to our fleet management systems. 4. Manager Technical: A great opportunity has become available for an experienced Civil Engineering professional within Council. The primary purpose of the Manager Technical will be to provide management of Councils Survey and Design projects as well as provide technical expertise to other major capital and operational projects in the area of design engineering. The Manager of Technical will lead a highly qualified team of designers and engineers and will contribute to all major civil works within the Shire. Survey and design work is rapidly shifting to the use of technologies such as drones which is an excellent next step for a career professional. For all Council opportunities – please visit our website.

Development Application No: 2018 / 67 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 Application has been submitted by Forbes Ben Hall Motor show Incorporated for the purpose of holding the 2018 Forbes Motor Show, at Grinstead / South Circle Ovals on 30th September 2018 and annually for a period of five years. The application will be on public exhibition from the 27th July 2018 until the 10th August 2018. 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 10th August 2018. If you wish to make a submission regarding the proposal you must clearly explain your reasons (on planning grounds) in the submission. The application is classified as local development with Forbes Shire Council being the consent authority.

REQUEST FOR TENDERS NOTICE 2018/4: Construction for the Upgrade and Renewal of Forbes Netball Courts Tenders are invited for the Construction for the Upgrade and Renewal of Forbes Netball Courts. Tenders, addressed to the General Manager, are to be lodged either by hand, post or Council’s e-tendering portal, Tenderlink, by 4.00pm Friday 24 August 2018. For further information contact Council’s Manager Engineering Services, Danial Speer, on 6850 2300. NOTICE 2018/5: Management of Operations – Waste Facilities Tenders are invited for the Management of Operations – Waste Facilities. Tenders, addressed to the General Manager, are to be lodged either by hand, post or Council’s e-tendering portal, Tenderlink, by 4.00pm Friday 24 August 2018. For further information contact Council’s Director Planning and Growth, Paul Bennett, on 6850 2300. For further information 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.

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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QUESTION of the week ephone details via email to: forbes.polo@ gmail.com. It will be helpful when responding, to advise what resources interested parties can bring to the club to ensure it will be successful. A meeting can then be held to formalize the club. Please advise if you have any date preferences for the meeting and the number attending.

Lending a helping hand... Karen White (left) was very thankful for receiving items to go towards her drought care packages initiative from NSW RFS staff members, Robyn Favelle and Beth Dalton.

Drought Care Packages: NSW RFS staff members, Robyn Favelle and Beth Dalton thanked Karen White for taking the initiative and developing the support group in the local area for struggling farmers. “So many of us want to help in some small way, as we see the devastation facing families across NSW and the impacts of this horrid drought. Most of those impacted are also volunteer members of the NSW RFS and we are only too pleased to help however and whenever we can,” said Robyn. Forbes Polo Club Foundation Meeting: There is intent to start a Forbes Polo Club. The purpose of the club will be to provide an organized structure for members and guests to be able to actively participate in hosting polo at all levels as well as holding social events. A steering committee has been formed to oversee the formation of the club and implement the construction of field/s on Crown Land to assure the continuation of polo in western New South Wales. The original Forbes & District Polo Club was established on 26th July 1928. All persons interested in being involved are invited to send their contact email and tel-

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Volunteers Needed: The Forbes Show is in need of a few people to help look after the animal nursery. This is one of the most popular areas in the show every year and help is required to keep it running! There is also a need to borrow some of your little animals! If you are interested in either, please contact Jan on 6852 1311. Special road rules for cyclists: As from Monday, children under 16 years of age can ride on a footpath in NSW. An adult rider, who is supervising a bicycle rider under 16, may also ride with the young rider on the footpath. Bicycle riders are allowed to ride on footpaths where indicated by signs. When riding on a footpath or shared path, riders must keep left and give way to pedestrians.

What support do you think can be given to farmers affected by the drought?

Simon Rosa: I’d like to see more government and community support.

Kathie Westcott: We need to be supportive of each other. One needs to realise that what affects the farmers also affects the town – the struggle is on both sides.

Children up to the age of 16 are now allowed to ride on the footpath in NSW.

Kristi Rosa: There should be just as much emotional support as financial assistance from government.

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Celebrating National Tree Day Central West Lachlan Landcare (CWLL), Forbes Shire Council, Planet Ark and Toyota are inviting Forbes Shire residents to take part in a local National Tree Day event. The National Tree Day event is taking place at the intersection of the northern end of Lake Forbes, at the Herbert Street end of Hill Street, on Saturday, 28th July. Activities start from 10am and there will be a bbq lunch. Please bring a chair to join with the group for lunch at the completion of planting. “National Tree Day is a timely opportunity to connect with the community, reflect on what’s been achieved through previous plantings and continue to care for our local environment,” said CWLL Chairperson, Margot Jolly. National Tree Day is Australia’s largest tree-planting and nature care event. Each year over 300,000 people take part in National Tree Day events at 3,000 sites. The campaign has spanned 22 years and lead to the planting of over 24 million trees, and Planet Ark is asking Australians to band together to plant a million more this year. Existing research and feedback show participants feel healthier, happier and more connected to their communities by helping plant in and maintain their local green spaces. Their newest research, via Pollinate,

found 62 percent of Australians wish they had at least 30 minutes more time in nature per day, and only a third realised they could enhance their time outdoors by using smartphone apps such as plant identifiers and nature trail maps. Landcare Co-ordinator, Marg Applebee explained “Central West Lachlan Landcare is pleased to be working with Forbes Arts and Forbes Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre, with the support of Forbes Shire Council and we look forward to continuing the fantastic work that has already been achieved through these community planting days.” To register for National Tree Day, please visit treeday.planetark.org

Savannah-Rose Cross at a previous National Tree Day event.

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Free Customer Service Workshops The Forbes Business Chamber will be delivering Customer Experience and Product Ambassador workshops for Forbes business owners and their staff. “The programmed workshops are free,” said Marg Duggan. “The Chamber only requires people to book into one of the workshops.” In 2017 it was highlighted to the Forbes Business Chamber that each and every business in Forbes needed to revisit their customer service standards and techniques. The need for uniform customer service that is proactive, consistent, offers positive experiences and encourages return visitation and spend was discussed at length with Forbes Shire Council and the Chamber Executive. Forbes Business Chamber currently hosts Biz Viz which involves a business opening their doors so others can understand what this business has to offer. Biz Viz will be used and face to face interaction. The philosophy of the Customer Experience and Product Ambassador training will be the delivery of a program that addresses all of the above areas and encourages delivery of visitor information. Each and every participating business will become an ambassador of Forbes and confident in delivering a high level of customer service and customer satisfaction.

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Content will include: Customer experience as opposed to customer service Knowing your customer Creating brand ambassadors Knowing your customers Believe and trust our products as a community Referring and cross selling Collaboration Lifetime value of customers Online reputation and Social media

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Camp Street Bridge replacement Display of Review of Environmental Factors (REF) Roads and Maritime Services is planning to replace the Camp Street Bridge over Lake Forbes to improve safety for road users and help reduce future maintenance costs. The community is invited to view and give feedback on the REF which will be on display from Wednesday 27 June to Friday 27 July. Display locations The REF is on display at the following locations: • Online at: rms.work/forbesbridge • Forbes Shire Council • Forbes Library Have your say Please provide feedback on the REF by Friday 27 July 2018, by sending your written comments to: Email: forbesbridge@rms.nsw.gov.au Mail: Forbes Bridge Roads and Maritime Services PO Box 34, Forbes NSW 2871 For more information: Web: rms.work/forbesbridge Email: forbesbridge@rms.nsw.gov.au – Phone: 1800 167 499 Mail: Forbes Bridge, Roads and Maritime Services, PO Box 34, Forbes NSW 2871

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Inland Rail Ballast And Capping Work Boosts Jobs The economic benefits of the Inland Rail continue to flow with up to 16 new jobs created in the Forbes and Parkes region. Two local companies have been awarded Inland Rail contracts totalling about $7 million work to supply ballast and capping for the project’s first stage in NSW. Calvani Crushing in Forbes has been awarded a $4.8 million contract to supply more than 150,000 tonnes of ballast and 75,000 tonnes of capping; while Ausrock Quarries near Parkes has been awarded a $2.1 million contract to supply more than 45,000 tonnes of ballast and 45,000 tonnes of capping. This product will be delivered over the next 12 to 18 months. Inland Rail CEO, Richard Wankmuller said the first track for Inland Rail will be laid later this year between Parkes and Narromine and there is now a steady stream of supply contracts bringing jobs and opportunities to various parts of Australia. “This is just the beginning job-wise. Inland Rail is gathering momentum each day and is delivering on its great potential. It’s expected to deliver 16,000 new jobs at peak construction, and an average of 700 additional jobs a year over the entire pro-

gramme,” said Richard. Ballast is the small rocks that lie underneath, between and around railway sleepers. Capping is the smaller crushed rock that sits underneath the upper layer of larger rock to form the track foundation. Together, they fix the track in position, allow for drainage and reduce vegetation growth. Calvani Crushing Managing Director, John Calvani praised Inland Rail for its strong focus on local industry participation. “The Inland Rail contract is the biggest we’ve been awarded and it’s an advantage for everyone to source these products locally. It’s allowed us to create new jobs and it provides a good income for these people,” said John.

Calvani Crushing in Forbes will be supplying ballast and capping for Inland Rail’s first stage in NSW.

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Heavy Vehicle Route Complete A road upgrade to create a major heavy vehicle route linking the Newell Highway to busy grain handling facilities at Wirrinya is now complete. Local Nationals’ MP and Deputy Prime Minister, Michael McCormack said the Federal Government provided $800,000 to the project under Round 5 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program (HVSPP). “The Newell Highway is a critical freight artery for the Riverina and Central West, as well as one of Australia’s busiest highways,” said Michael. NSW Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight, Melinda Pavey said the upgrade was part of the NSW Government’s commitment to improving regional freight links through the Restart NSW Fixing Country Roads program. “The $4.4 million Newell Highway to Wirrinya Heavy Vehicle Route Upgrade was awarded $2.8 million under Restart NSW Fixing Country Roads, including $1.8 million to Forbes Shire Council and $1 million to Weddin Shire Council.” Parliamentary Secretary for Western NSW, Rick Colless said a 12.6 kilometre section of the road was widened, had its culverts strengthened, intersections realigned and rail crossings improved to allow access for an increased number of heavy vehicles.

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Warwick Judge, standing beside the pin on the 9th and holding his ball with which he scored a hole-in-one at last Sunday’s Stableford Medley.

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16 Aug The team that has embarked on a massive endeavour to raise money for local farmers affected by drought by partnering with Rural Aid’s ‘Farm Rescue’ are Janine Whitfield, Kim Lowe and Rebecca Dunkley of K&H Interiors.

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Hordes of rugby enthusiasts from across the Central West were keen to take advantage of the NSW Waratahs school holiday camp held in Forbes last Wednesday.

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Community members enjoyed listening to the sounds of the Winter Dreams concert performed by the Macquarie Philharmonia Orchestra last Saturday at the Forbes Town Hall.

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Waroo Hall Drum Muster Fundraiser, from 3pm to 5pm. All clean and empty drums gratefully received! Any queries please call Jenny on 0424 415 390. Forbes Farmers Market @ Victoria Park from 8am – 12pm. Coota Park Blue E Beef Production Field Day, from 10am at Coota Park near Woodstock. Ian Simpson and Co Auction of “Peppertree” 54 Hillview Lane, Eugowra and Cunningham Homes Site at the Forbes Inn. Moogenilla Angus Bull Sale at 1pm at CWLE. Contact Sarah Wrigley and Paul Sinderberry on 6896 2902. Forbes Preschool 60th Anniversary Dinner Entertainment by Gabe Middleton and meals by Eat Your Greens, Eugowra. Tickets $65 Each. Watch our Facebook Page for more details. Red Cross Mobile Blood Service Roll up your sleeves and give blood. Your donation can save three lives.To be held in Harold Street (by Victoria Park) from 9.45am-2.45pm. To make an appointment, call 13 14 95 or visit www.donateblood.com.au Remember to bring your photo ID with you. Forbes Customer Experience and Product Ambassador Workshops, at Forbes Services Memorial Club. Workshop 1 - 9am-12pm, Workshop 2 - 4pm-7pm. Bookings Essential email forbes.businesschambernsw@gmail. com Please nominate your workshop preference. Forbes Council Meeting 1pm at the Council Chambers. 64th Annual Bedgerabong Show Come and enjoy "The best little show in the west" at Bedgerabong with entertainment for young and old it's bound to be a great family day out. The Forbes Community Menshed 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 Yoorana, 40-70 Church Street. 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. All details on our website: http:// recover.itmatters.com.au Golden Girls (formally known as the Forbes Widows Support Group) 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 Tuesday 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. The Forbes Ladies Club meets every fourth Friday of the month at the Forbes Services Club at 10am. The next meeting will be held on 27th July. Come join us for friendship and fellowship.

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OUR Gal Yvonne Shaw How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I moved with my husband, Ian to Forbes 29 years ago from Tottenham. We chose Forbes because of its lovely green and welcoming feel. We have found it a wonderfully friendly place to live. Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I retired in 2000 from my role as a Women’s Health Nurse. Since my retirement I have sat on numerous Shire committees. I also founded the Forbes Breast Cancer Support Group before my retirement and before I was diagnosed with breast cancer. What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I walk the lake six days a week and enjoy gardening. What are you really good at? I hope I come across as a good listener and an advocate for women’s issues. If you could have a super power, what would it be? To bring peace in the world. What is your pet hate? Negativity. Tell us about your best holiday ever. Ian and I went on a three month world trip to Europe, England, Scotland, Ireland, Canada and Honolulu.

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FORBES SPORT Representative Netball The Forbes Netball Association (FNA) 12 years representative team competed in the Netball NSW State Age Championships during the school holidays. The team consisted of Isla Worland, Tanesha Riddle, Andie Hodder, Katie Crouch, Ella White, Ebonnie Hopley, Ava Hui, Kate Stephenson, Bella Walker and Coco Gracie, along with Felicity Worland (Manager), Juliet Hodder (Primary Carer) and a wonderful group of supportive parents. We started our State Age games with a loss of 10 points to the eventual winners, Nambucca Valley. The girls came off the court knowing that although they had lost the game, they had played well – which set the tone for the whole competition. Day one finished with one win and a draw from five games. Day two we played six games with having one point difference in every game (four losses and one win, except for the draw) having been down to seven players from the second last game, showing just how competitive we were. Day three and we started off with a win and a loss, before we found ourselves down to six players due to mounting injuries. The remaining players went into overdrive and managed to come away with two wins from their last three games at State Age, earning the admiration of opposing teams and umpires. It was an honour to coach such an outstanding group of young ladies. By Lyn Ford