The Forbes Phoenix Issue 15

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Friday 9 October 2015

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IMAGE: The winning sculpture was “Bird and I” by Sydney artist Harrie Fasher.

Sculpture Prize Winner Revealed It was a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere at this year’s unveiling of the Sculpture Forbes 2015 Acquisition Prize on Thursday 1 October at Albion Park.

Over 400 people turned out to see the sculptures entered into this year’s prize from artists all over the country including Melbourne, Sydney and the greater Central West region.

A number of sculptures were unveiled on Thursday evening but there could only be one winner for the $20,000 Acquisition Prize and that was Harrie Fasher whose self-portrait sculpture named “Bird and I” impressed judge Alan Somerville, a celebrated sculpture artist.

Harrie’s sculpture, depicting a horse with a bird, references her passion for horses and her experiences as an accomplished equestrian athlete, as well as describing how she perceives herself in that context.

Her artworks explore the horse and its relationships to humans on a physical, historical and mythological level.

Harrie has exhibited both nationally and internationally with works shown at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra, Sydney’s Sculpture by the Sea, the Baer Art Centre in Iceland and London’s Mall Galleries.

Wayne Richards, Sculpture Forbes co-ordinator and Forbes Services Memorial Club President said the quality of work this year is impressive.

The objective of the competition is to provide a platform for a sculptor to display their artistic endeavours as well as to bring tourists and locals into the main shopping centre of Forbes to view the sculptures.

By Rosi Broom

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MAYORAL NOTES There are still some spots left for the Forbes Hospital Public Open Day tomorrow and registrations have been extended until 4:30pm today. You can book in by calling 6850 7131 or visiting the website http://forbeshospitalopenday.eventbrite.com.au.

More than 400 people went to the Sculpture Forbes 2015 unveiling last Thursday and it was a great night from all reports. Unfortunately I was unable to attend the unveiling as I was in Sydney for the Local Government NSW Board meeting. Make sure you have a look at Albion Park to see the new sculptures. There are also a number of sculptures on display in various shop windows for the month of October.

The Local Government NSW Annual Conference will be held from Sunday to Tuesday at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse in Sydney.

At the conference all Councils in attendance will be discussing the policies for the next 12 months. I am sure there will also be discussion on the Fit for the Future initiative by the State Government. Premier Mike Baird and Minister for Local Government Paul Toole will both be in attendance. There is a very interesting program scheduled and it will be a great chance to network with fellow councillors from all over NSW. This Sunday Forbes Neighbourhood Watch is hosting a Home Security Information Expo at Bunnings from 10am to 2pm. Throughout the day information will be provided including action plans, practical advice, checklists and home invasion prevention tips. There will also be product demonstrations and giveaways from 10am to 11am. Get along to this event

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and find out more to keep your home secure.

The new café/restaurant, Aglio e Olio, opened yesterday at the Forbes Homemaker’s Centre. It’s great to have a new business in Forbes and I congratulate them on opening the doors. I wish them well on their future endeavour.

Don’t forget the running festival is on Sunday, which starts at the Forbes Rugby Club. It will be fun for the whole family and you can run or walk. This is a great fundraiser for local charities including CanAssist.

Have a great week, stay safe and God bless.

Mayor, Cr. Phyllis Miller OAM

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Fishing Win Member for Orange Andrew Gee is encouraging the community to nominate some of Forbes’ fishing spots for upgrades to make it easier for anglers with disability to access the best locations.

Mr Gee said up to $200,000 would be invested to improve access to recreational fishing opportunities for all members of the community.

“Fishing is one of Forbes’ most enjoyed past-times and I am proud the government is prioritising funding for programs like these that will provide improved conditions and access for anyone who wants to fish,” Mr Gee said.

This funding will be invested into targeted fishing clinics as well as infrastructure upgrades such as new casting platforms and access ramps at some of our most popular angling sites.

The partnership will involve $100,000 of direct funding for the development of specialised amenities and workshops to give anglers with disability equal access to popular fishing spots.

A further $100,000 will be provided through the Recreational Fishing Trusts, in consultation with the Advisory Council on Recreational Fishing, for community groups and individuals across the state to make expressions of interest for funding for projects or programs that enhance fishing access for people with limited physical ability.

Expressions of interest are open from today until 13 November. For more information visit www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries/recreational

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Snippets... options for all interests and fitness levels.

The Real Men Move website offers ideas on how older men can start exercising immediately in the comfort of their own home, the social and health benefits of exercising in a group and resources for community groups such as Men’s Sheds to get their members moving. Check it out at www.realmenmove. org.au.

Friends of the Hospital held their meeting on Friday 2 October at the Forbes Services Memorial Club. They excitedly discussed the opening of the newly refurbished hospital and looked forward to continuing to provide much needed medical equipment with the support of our generous community. Friends of the Hospital will be at the Opening Day and a collection tin will be inside the foyer to take donations.

IMAGE: The Sky Muster NBN satellite launching in South America last week.

The Sky Muster NBN satellite was launched last Thursday in South America. When operational, the satellite broadband service will cover more than 400,000 homes and businesses across Australia. The second NBN satellite is scheduled for launch in early 2016 and users will be able to connect broadband and voice services following beam commissioning and product testing. “The wait for access to the National Broadband Network is almost over for many remote communities,” Federal Member for Calare John Cobb said.

Real Men Move is a government initiative designed to get men who are over 40 years of age off the couch. Member for Orange Andrew Gee says the program was created to inspire men to increase their participation in physical activity, and that it provides exercise

Australia Post will honour international humanitarians, all who have been officially honoured by Australia for their acts of courage, compassion and leadership: Mother Teresa, Nelson Mandela and Raoul Wallenberg.

Congratulations to the winners of the Destination Forbes promotion. The lucky people were Genevieve Howard winning first place, Kaye Griffiths taking second and Leanne Lewis winning third prize.

1500 volunteer mentors are needed by Christmas to deliver The Smith Family’s 2016 iTrack online mentoring program, an initiative providing guidance to high school students on their post school options. Anyone considering becoming a volunteer mentor is urged to sign up to make a positive difference in a student’s future. The program will commence in two bursts in May and July next year. The mentoring relationship will run for 18 weeks. Register now at www.thesmithfamily.com.au

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Best wishes to all those HSC students sitting for their exams.

To the person who is taking fresh flowers off day old graves at the Forbes Cemetery.

To everyone who came out to support House of Tribes at their debut album launch on Friday night.

To the Forbes Art Society who are

committed to enhancing art culture

in Forbes and the Central West Region.

To Harrie Fasher for creating such a

beautiful sculpture to display in our town.

To Mental Health Month for helping to break the stigma around anxiety, depression and mental illness.

Malicious or defamatory submissions will not be accepted.

The opinions and views of readers submitting Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down are not necessarily the views of the staff and Management of The Forbes Phoenix.

To submit a Thumbs Up Thumbs Down email us at editor@forbesphoenix.com.au or mail us at PO Box 251 Canowindra NSW 2804.

October 16,17,18 A Festival of Music from 16th & 17th c. Europe

Friday 16th October Concert 1: Ironwood Chamber ensemble

All Saints' Church, 7.30pm "Lost and Forgotten Quartets" Haydn, Hummel and Jadin $25 at Age of Fishes Museum or at the door

Saturday 17th October Concert 2: Laith Ismail: oboe, Tracey Callinan: harpsichord

Age of Fishes Museum, 2pm "Baroque Selections" $20 at Age of Fishes Museum or at the door

Saturday 17th October Concert3: Mitchell String Quartet with Helen Barnett, soprano - Matthew Gately, trumpet - Trecey Callinan, keyboard continuo

All Saints' Church, 7.30pm "The Bright Seraphim" Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Argento $25 at Age of Fishes Museum or at the door

Sunday 18th October Concert 4: Andrew Baker: violin, Tracey Callinan: harpsichord, Sybbi Georgiou: cello "A Baroque Mystery" - Biber's mystery sonatas (sonatas of the rosary). Featuring local violin maker Peter Reid and instrument making display Wallington Winery, 1pm $20 at Age of Fishes Museum or at the door

Full program at www.canowindrabaroquefest.com.au Facebook / canowindrabaroquefest • enquiries 0429 443 215

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BBQ Champions

IMAGE : Father and son team Grant and Matt Clifton are the brains behind VANFEST.

Stellar Lineup for Music Festival VANFEST has become one of the most highly anticipated events in the region and will see thousands of music and festival lovers swarming to Forbes Showground on Saturday 5 December.

Coming to Forbes on Saturday 5 September, this year there is another stellar line-up, including Aussie electronic duo Peking Duk, stage veterans John Butler Trio and drum and bass giants Rudimental.

“We couldn’t resist the opportunity to bring two of the best live acts to Forbes, the inclusion of Rudimental and Peking Duk fulfils our dedication to bringing exceptional live entertainment to regional NSW,” said VANFEST organiser Matt Clifton.

VANFEST is a family run festival created by father and son team Matt and Grant Clifton, who you might know from the Vandenberg Hotel.

After growing up in Tullamore NSW, Matt saw the need for quality entertainment in the regional area. With the help of his father they are bringing high profile international and local acts to Central West NSW.

Their combined efforts have been a success and have resulted in a strategic partnership with the NSW Government’s tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW and Southern Cross Austereo’s Hit Network, to ensure the continued growth of VANFEST. “We are looking forward to continuing to grow the VANFEST brand for many years to come as it provides an experience that would not normally be found in regional areas.”

“VANFEST is a unique platform for major Australian and international artists to experience a different style of music festival in a diverse location supported by the local community.”

In addition to an amazing line-up of live music and entertainment, VANFEST will offer an array of food and beverage outlets, VIP bars, meet and greet opportunities, extreme activations with partnering sponsors and a multitude of camping facilities including glamping, tent city, phone charging stations, communal common areas with bean bags and much more.

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The 2015 BBQ Championships will offer everything you would associate with the traditional Aussie BBQ including tasting plates, cheese and wine sampling as well as appearances from Better Homes and Gardens chef Ed Halmagyi and The Voice contestant from Eugowra Cath Adams.

There are four categories of meat to be judged such as chicken, beef, pork and lamb.

This year the National BBQ Championships have teamed up with Relay for Life so both events will be held at the same venue.

“It just works,” said Forbes BBQ Society Committee President Chris Roylance. “Two major events coming together provides the community and the region the opportunity to come together to celebrate, raise funds for a good cause and just have a really good time.”

“The BBQ Championships are about bringing people together, having a bit of fun and putting Forbes on the map,” said Chris.

Both events will be held at South Circle Forbes on Saturday 17 October and both committees are encouraging everyone in the community to come along and get involved.

To register a team visit www.forbesbbqsociety.com.au or phone 0412 523 344.

IMAGE: Anne Tidsley and Veronica Rebellato were the winners of the 2014 National BBQ Championships.

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Teens Living the Dream Over 150 people went through the doors of the Forbes Services Memorial Club on Friday night to help local band House of Tribes celebrate the launch of their debut album, Paint It Red at an all-ages event.

After nine-months plugging away with lyrics, chords and falsettos, the group’s hard work finally accumulated in excitement and accomplishment with the sale of many copies of the album.

“There were heaps of people there we didn’t know,” said Jake. “We were really happy with the support from the town. It was excellent.”

“Some friends who I haven’t seen in a long time hit me up on Facebook and told me the CD is really good. I don’t think they were expecting it to be.”

After performances from two local artists, House of Tribes took to the stage and it wasn’t long before the crowd was moving and everyone was having a good time.

“It was cool, like an actual big live concert,” Jake said. “I wanted to keep going! I was so hyped up I couldn’t sleep afterwards.”

“I was feeling so happy that we had just done this,” said Paige. “The turn-out was definitely not expected.”

Teenage siblings Paige and Jake Ellison formed House of Tribes nearly three years

IMAGE: House of Tribes performing at their album launch at Forbes Services Memorial Club on Friday.

ago when Paige wanted to perform at the River Arts Festival, and since then their sound has taken off with performances across the region including Forbes, Young, Orange, Grenfell and Condobolin.

“It was weird – we’d been recording this album for 9 months and we’d never seen a hard copy. When you actually have it in your

hands, it’s unreal,” said Jake.

House of Tribes would like to thank the community for the support shown. The band will keep performing around the region and will continue working on their second album scheduled for 2016 with a similar but more polished sound.

By Rosi Broom

FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING WILL BE HELD OCTOBER 15TH COMMENCING AT 1PM TEMPORARY CLOSURE NELSON PARK

COUNCILLOR EXPENSES AND FACILITIES POLICY Council advises the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy is being reviewed pursuant to Section 252 of the Local Government Act 1993 (the Act). The policy is available for public exhibition and comment until 5pm Thursday 29 October 2015 pursuant to Section 253 of the Act. Appendices 1 and 2 have been amended to reflect current Australian Taxation Office car, travel and meal allowances. Copies of the Policy can be inspected at Council’s Administration Office, Forbes Library or on Council’s website www.forbes.nsw.gov.au.

Comments should be mailed to PO Box 333, Forbes NSW 2871; emailed to forbes@ forbes.nsw.gov.au or left at Council’s offices by 5pm Thursday 29 October 2015.

DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL: BRONZE WW2 DIGGER STATUE Development Application No: 2015/88 A Development Application has been submitted by the Forbes RSL Sub Branch for the placing of a one metre tall bronze WW2 Digger Statue at Lot 701 DP1019971 known as Victoria Park, Victoria Lane Forbes.

The application will be on public exhibition from 1st October 2015 until the 15th October 2015. 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 15th October 2015. If you wish to object to 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.

INCLUDING PLAYGROUND AREA (weather permitting) Council advises that Nelson Park will be closed from 6 – 8 October (inclusive) to enable the installation of posts for the shade structures. The park will be closed again on 20 October whilst the sails are affixed to the posts. Council apologises for any inconvenience to its residents. Any enquiries can be directed to Engineering and Technical Services Department on 6850 2874.

DEVELOPMENT CONSENTS AND DETERMINATIONS OF APPLICATIONS FOR COMPLYING Development Certificates for 1st September 2015 to 30th September 2015 In accordance with Section 101 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, notice is hereby given that Forbes Shire Council, as consent authority fr the developments listed in this notice, has issued the following DEVELOPMENT DETERMINATIONS. The development consents and determinations of applications for Complying Development Certificates listed are avalailable for public inspection, free of charge, during ordinary office hours being 8.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Firday (except public holidays) at Council’s Administration Office, at 2 Court Street, Forbes.

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Development Relocation of Swimming Pool Residential Dwelling Garaport Industrial Shed Change of Use - Packing Shed to Home Business, Gymnasium

Date of Determination 04/19/2015 02/09/2015 02/09/2015 10/09/2015 03/09/2015

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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October is Mental Health Month October is Mental Health Month and it is a time when everyone is encouraged to put their mental health first. It is a national mental health campaign co-ordinated every October by Mental Health Association NSW to promote good mental health and wellbeing in our local communities.

According to Mental Health Association NSW, each year mental health issues affect one in five Australians with anxiety disorders and depression the most common mental health challenges.

Mental Health Month creates an opportunity for people to look at their own mental health and focus on ways to enhance social and emotional wellbeing while building personal resilience and support networks.

Senior Team Leader of Mental Health and Drug & Alcohol (MHDA) Service Terry Buckerfield said Western NSW Local Health District is working in partnership with various nongovernment organisations to host activities during Mental Health Month with the theme ‘Value Your Mind’.

“This year’s theme aims to encourage everyone to think about their own mental health while promoting the need for everyone to make mental health a priority in their daily life,” Terry said.

A number of activities will be held throughout October to highlight the importance of good mental health and wellbeing.

“We will be holding training days in Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid, a Mental Health Forum, walks to raise postnatal depression awareness and suicide awareness, and also a number of fun events including a scavenger hunt, drumming workshops and lip sync battles,” Health Promotion and Pre-

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“These events are a useful reminder for us all to think about our own mental health and the mental health of those around us – it is also a good excuse to get out there and have fun!”

Anyone with concerns about their mental health or that of a loved one should call the Mental Health Line on 1800 011 511.

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RURAL ROUNDUP Now is the Time for Fly Control With the wet weather last month, coupled with the start of spring’s warmer weather, now is time to be on the front foot for fly control in your sheep. Blowfly strike is considered to be one of the major problems confronting the Australian wool industry, with annual losses to the value of $150 million.

Although management practices such as mulesing, crutching and tail-docking have reduced the susceptibility of sheep to breech strike, graziers remain almost totally reliant on insecticides for the control of strike.

Lucilia cuprina (Australian sheep blowfly) is the main initiator of flystrike in Australia. The metallic green/bronze fly is approximately 9mm in length. These flies breed mainly on living sheep and can lay up to 250 eggs in clusters at a time.

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This integrated approach is key to keeping fly strike under control. Many fly control products have no need for additional water, with ease of application in a backline formulation. Many products, such as Clik, also carry long protection periods, ensuring your flock is free from issue, allowing you to focus on other jobs.

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RURAL ROUNDUP Canowindra Stud Joins Rockhampton Sale The 13th Annual 5 Star Senepol and African Hybrid Bull Sale was held in Rockhampton, Queensland on Monday 21 September.

5 Star Senepol is run by Geoff and Alison Maynard of “Mt Eugene” in Jambin and there were 75 bulls on offer.

This was made up of 42 Senepol bulls, 10 Senepol Hybrid bulls, 14 Senegus bulls and 9 Senelais bulls.

The sale had a 100% clearance rate with all bulls sold, and a top of $12,500 and an average of $6,850.

For the 3rd consecutive year Clayton and Sarah Maynard from Southern Star Rural in Canowindra sold bulls in

conjunction with 5 Star.

This year Southern Star Rural had 6 bulls in the sale with a top of $8,000 and an average of $6,500. (Pictured Top price Senegus Bull selling for $7,000).

Southern Star Rural work alongside 5 Star Senepol in breeding Senepol, Senegus (Senepol/Angus) and Senelais (Senepol/Charolais) bulls for the sale each year.

This September, they sent 17 bulls to “Mt Eugene” in preparation for next year’s sale.

For more information, please contact Clayton Maynard on 0439 029204.

IMAGE: Top priced Senegus Bull at the Rockhampton sale.

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RURAL ROUNDUP Rescue Rethink As the weather warms up and fauna is on the move, Essential Energy is reminding the public not to attempt animal rescues around electrical infrastructure and to call the network services provider for help.

The reminder comes after Essential Energy went to the aid of volunteer rescue groups Koalas in Care and Friends of the Koala to help coax three inquisitive koalas away from two zone substation sites and a power pole recently.

“Always remember to call Essential Energy to rescue any animals that might have strayed too close to the electricity network – never attempt to retrieve them yourselves,” said Essential Energy’s regional manager South Eastern, Phillip Green.

It isn’t unusual for animals to climb power poles after mistaking the infrastructure for trees while birds occasionally nest on top of cross-arms. “The network should always be treated as live and attempting to gain access to an animal in this situation is dangerous for all involved,” Phillip said.

“Crews are trained to safely remove dead animals from the electricity network and will also work closely with animal and environmental groups to rescue live animals.”

“While birds and animals can often safely sit on powerlines and poles, the danger comes when contact is made with two surfaces, completing an electrical circuit.”

“This year Essential Energy crews have been called out to rescue koalas, possums, birds, flying foxes and a range of reptiles from powerlines, substations and other electrical infrastructure.”

Anyone who has concerns about an animal on Essential Energy’s network should call 132080.

Jemalong Wool Weekly Market Update Week ending: 2 October 2015 Two public holidays threw up an unusual sale schedule last week. Although all three selling centres were in operation on Wednesday, Melbourne & Sydney both sold in isolation at different times; Melbourne early in the week and Sydney on Thursday.

Totalling 38,762 bales the offering was in line with previous weeks as they oscillate between 33k and 39k. Recently volumes have been well below last year with the last four weeks being almost 13% lower than the corresponding period from last season.

Last weeks, weak start generally flowed through into the remainder of the series, resulting in modest losses of around 10 cents clean. However there was an encouraging close when most of the 16.5 to 19.0 range gained 5 cents.

Merino skirtings were reasonably steady for the week, while cross bredstracked lower each day, finishing 20 to 30 cents lower. Merino Cardings softened 5 cents for the sale.

A forecast offering of 42,937 bales, will make next week’s sale the largest sale since early July.

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POSITIONS VACANT CUSTOMER SERVICE ATTENDANT BAR/GAMING (PART-TIME POSITION X 1)

Forbes Services Memorial Club is seeking to employ suitably qualified enthusiastic and self motivated person with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. To secure this position you will be able to demonstrate our “Service Behaviours” with a “can do” attitude and you will be prepared to work weekends and nights on a rotating roster. The successful applicant will be part of the CUSTOMER SERVICE TEAM with the primary focus on delivering EXCELLENCE in customer service to members and guests of the Club.

Commencement Date The commencement date for successful applicant will be Wednesday 21st October 2015.

More Information For more information and to receive a detailed Position Statement, please contact the General Manager on 02 6852 1488 or email generalmanager@forbesservices.com

How long have you lived in Forbes? 31 years. I came here from Eugowra where I grew up.

What is your favourite thing about living in Forbes? The tight community, there’s security to a degree, the kids love it, it’s friendly and the beautiful people.

Where is your ideal holiday destination or favourite place in the world? I’d love to see more of Australia firstly, then the Greek Islands.

What are your hobbies/passions? Catching up with friends and I’m hoping to start golfing.

If you could have dinner with anyone, alive, dead or fictional, who would it be?

My mum and close family.

What is your biggest fear? Confinement in small spaces.

If you won the lotto, how would you spend it? I’d have a massive family holiday, buy a holiday house somewhere coastal and live happily ever after.

What is your favourite song right now? I love anything that Pink sings.

Applications Close 5.00 pm on Monday 12th October, 2015.

Applications should be marked Private and Confidential and addressed to: The General Manager FORBES SERVICES MEMORIAL CLUB PO Box 150, FORBES NSW 2871

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Matthews Williams Law

Buying a House and Land at Auction You will recall that in the last column we talked about buying a house or apartment in NSW is by private treaty.

Auctions can sometimes seem daunting; not least because there is no cooling off period. If the gavel comes down and you’re the highest bidder you’re usually bound to go through with the purchase, no matter how unfair the contract might be. So long as you have your solicitor look over the contract for sale before you bid there is no reason an auction needs to be any riskier than buying by private treaty (so long, of course, as you stick to your budget and don’t get too caught up in the moment!).

The Auctioneer and Vendor’s Agent must have a contract at and before the Auction for you to read over. You can ask to have a copy provided to you.

If you give your Solicitor a copy of the Contract well before the Auction day, he or she may be able to identify any terms that might not be in your favour. Your Solicitor may also make sure you’re buying exactly what you intended to and that it’s in the condition you expect. That way if your bid is the winning one, you can be sure the contract you sign will be in your interests.

If at the Auction your bid is the highest bid but the property is passed in by the Auctioneer because it did not reach the Reserve Price, you will no doubt be invited to negotiate further. If this happens, the Auction rules do not apply and any sale that comes out of such negotiations, the Contract will be one

by Private Treaty.

Should you need advice on this or any other legal matter, feel free to contact me or one of our solicitors or call into our office for an appointment.

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WHAT’S Hot Check out Forbes Pro-Shop for all your golfing needs. They have all types of golfing equipment with apparel and gift vouchers for sale and also offer lessons with a certified PGA professional for individuals and groups.

On Thursdays and Fridays they hold the weekly Junior 9 Hole Competition and the Ladies Golf Clinics are held on Thursdays from 4:15pm. They also often hold equipment demonstration days. Committed to providing excellent service and first class golf facilities to members and guests, contact Daniel today by calling 6851 1554 or email dnewton@ pgamember.org.au

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Sculpture Forbes: A display of all the finalists the Sculpture Forbes competition will be placed in shop windows and along the streets of Forbes during the month of October. For further enquiries and entry forms visit www.sculptureforbes.com.au Bedgerabong Country Music Campout: Bedgerabong Showground. Live country music in a relaxed bush setting with a great line-up of artists as well as a Poets Breakfast, Poet Writers Competition, Regular Camper’s Walk Ups On The Night Stage, Old Time Dance, Sportspersons of the Campout and a Market Day. For information contact Robert or Reika Hoswell on 6857 2193 Central West Battle of the Best Karaoke Competition Heat 2: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 8pm. Great weekly prizes to be won plus cash in the grand final Forbes Spring Races: Forbes Racecourse. Have a sensational day out at the Forbes Spring Races. Dress to impress in the Fashions on the Field with a selection of categories and great prizes up for grabs. Full canteen and bar facilities are available with TAB and tote on course. Bring the whole family or get a group of friends together and join them at The Forbes Spring Races.

SOLUS: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 8pm. Trevor French of SOLUS is back performing all the hits!

HOME SECURITY INFORMATION EXPO: Bunnings Warehouse, 10am-2pm. Product demonstrations and giveaways, Home invasion and prevention tips, Action Plans Practical Advice & Checklists and A sausage sizzle.

Duocracy Concert: Forbes Town Hall, 3pm. $30 adults, concessions $20, family of four $80 and school aged Mitcon students are free. Duelling pianists Cindy Fox and Michelle Griffin will perform a range of musical pieces including Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, Bizet’s L’Arlesienne Suite Number 2 and more.

Charmaine Wilson – Acclaimed Spirit Medium: Forbes Services Memorial Club. Charmaine Wilson is back by popular demand. Charmaine’s story is incredible and her ability to connect with those passed is phenomenal. Even if you aren’t a “believer” you will be. Purchase your tickets over the phone by calling 6852 1488.

Central West Battle of the Best Karaoke Competition Heat 3: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 8pm. Great weekly prizes to be won plus cash in the grand final.

Daryl Braithwate – Forever the Tourist Tour 2015: Forbes Inn, 8pm, $30. Tickets on sale at the Forbes Inn or at www. darylbraithwate.org.au McHappy Day: Bringing the community together for a fun family day out while raising much needed funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities. Show your support by making a donation or by buying a Big Mac on this day.

Forbes Horticultural Society and Garden Club’s 60th Annual Spring Flower and Rose Show: Forbes Town Hall.

Forbes National BBQ Championships: Grinstead Oval, from 12pm. Competitors and spectators are invited to join in the fun as teams of up to 4 compete in chicken, beef, pork and lamb categories. Partnering with Relay for Life, this year’s event will feature cooking demonstrations by Fast Ed Halmagyi (Better Homes & Gardens) and entertainment by Cath Adams (The Voice 2015) as well as food and wine tasting, kids entertainment and more!

Forbes Relay for Life: Grinstead Oval. To register your team or make a donation visit www.relayforlife.org.au Rococo: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 8pm. Popular band Rococo is back with a huge repertoire of hits spanning the decades and thoroughly enjoyable. A show not to be missed!

Spectacular Screenings Children’s Week Movie Screening: Forbes Youth and Community Centre, 7pm. Movie to be advised!

Central West Battle of the Best Karaoke Competition Heat 4: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 8pm. Great weekly prizes to be won plus cash in the grand final Forbes Farmers Markets: Ben Hall Shears, at the Forbes Showground, 8am-12pm. The Forbes Farmers Markets aim to promote healthy eating, local produce and a great social, community environment. For more information please contact either Rachel Wythes (0407020988) or Melissa Ross (0451514881) or send an email to forbesfarmersmarket@gmail.com Kosmik Country Duo: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 8pm. B & K will be performing their signature Country and Country Rock hits.

Kalari-Lachlan River Arts Festival: This biennial community celebration will be jam-packed with all things art and culture, transforming Forbes into a creative hub filled with music, art, craft, dance and drama. All the main events from the previous two festivals will be back once again, with the Welcome to Country spectacular to be on Friday, October 30 and the popular lantern parade to light up the night sky on Saturday, October 31.

Central West Battle of the Best Karaoke Competition GRAND FINALE: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 8pm. Who will win the cash as we crown our next Central West Battle of the Best Karaoke Champion?

Ray White Rural Auction Day: Times and location yet to be confirmed. Contact one of the friendly team on 6851 1911 for more information.

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BE Seen

The Dawes Family at the 2015 Sculpture Forbes unveiling.

Maureen Miller, Cr Graeme Miller and Robyn Miller at the 2015 Sculpture Forbes unveiling.

Sarah and Marg Duggan at the Little Extras Spring Launch.

Mick and Indie Thornett at the 2015 Sculpture Forbes unveiling.

Caitlin Lewis and Kelly Sheehan at the Little Extras Spring Launch.

Jake and Paige Ellison from House of Tribes performing in Templar Street last week.

If you have any photos from a special event, please send them to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au

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A Christian church committed to teaching and applying the Bible’s message.

NOTICE OF AGM The Forbes Magpies will be holding their Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 14th October at 6pm at the Forbes Sport and Recreation Club. Following their successful 2015 season, The Club asks if anyone who would like to be involved with the committee for the 2016 Season come along for the meeting.

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Forbes Sport

IMAGE: The Forbes 18 Hole Championship Golf Course with 4 water crossings, is suitable for players of all levels.

Peter Dawson Warms Up for the Championships GOLF

Saturday’s Men’s comp was the 18-hole Monthly Medal. There were 61 players in the field, which was quite good when we consider the last weekend of the school holidays, the attention of Grand Finals football, and the many events occurring around the town.

It was apt that the sponsors were Robb’s Jewellers, as there was many a bright crystal among the course conditions and the scoring.

The winner of the A Grade Monthly Medal (22 players) was Peter ‘Ecky’ Dawson with a Nett score of 68. To produce his par round, Ecky’s shot 2-under for the front 9 and 2-over for the back 9.

A bogey-bogey start to the back 9 put the pressure on him but he recovered well. This was surely a practice round with Ecky’s eye on the Championships commencing next week.

Rob Webb did very well, shooting a balanced 41 for both 9’s to finish Runner-up on nett 70, by count back. Rob was cruising on the front nine, then really whooped up with an eagle on the 6th.

In B Grade (23), Cameron McMillan played steady golf to finish with a nett 70. His score on the 11th was a little untidy, but for the other 17 holes he was always around his handicap.

Runner-up was William Gordon (71 nett) who also was tidy, matching Cameron hole by hole except on the 4th and 13th, where he was a little astray.

These two Junior players are really demonstrating the high calibre and depth of our Junior members.

The C Grade (16) Monthly Medal very clear-

ly showed that you do not need to be long to be a winner.

Frank Hanns took the honours with a carefully constructed nett 70, finishing one shot better than Runner-up Craig Myers.

They played at opposite ends of the day, indicating that the conditions were very fair throughout. Craig found it better to score well by playing the fairway beside where he should have been. He met many players that way, but did not see much of his playing group.

The ball sweep went to 72 on count back and was shared by those above plus: 70 – D Bayley, 71 – S Grallelis, Andrew Drane, N McMillan, R Nixon, B Shine, 72 – A Rees, A McDonald, I Bown. Well done guys.

Nearest the pins were: 9th – Anthony Gordon; 18th – Ron Morris. Anthony got his ‘2’ but Ronnie missed out. There were five 2’s scored all day, with the 9th hole being most prolific.

Jack Clarke needed his ‘2’ to try to stem the flow of lost holes for the “Keno Stakes”. He hoped his ‘2’ would pressure his opponent to miss his, but Stevie G held his nerve to get his and keep the foot hard down on the Keno stakes.

There was some consistent play by many players. One consistency stands out markedly – 5’s on every hole on the back-9. Brian Everest achieved this feat, thankful that he had a good front-9 to make his card look respectable. The worst of it was 3-putt on the last hole to complete the set.

Sunday’s play was an 18-hole Stableford Medley. It was a small but lively field, with many players ‘absent on Grand Final duties’.

However it was a good mix of men, ladies

and visitors.

The winner was Jill Cripps with 39 points, just ahead of Rob Lea on 38 points. Unfortunately the scores took a dive from there, despite the good playing conditions.

The ball sweep went to 33 and included Jill, Rob, and Mitchell Andrews (33) on count back. No 2’s were recorded, so the NTP’s are pretty lonely – 9Th: J Cripps; 18th: F Smith.

This was a good day for the Ladies.

On Monday 5 October, which was a public holiday, there was also a Stableford Medley.

There were 21 players who obviously wanted some fresh air after the Grand Final television watching blitz.

The Duncan family must have been really happy with the AFL result, because they all were in good spirits, although Essendon did not play.

The winner was Biana Duncan, with 47 points, and ahead of Niel Duncan on 45 points. Briana was quite tidy on the front-9 but scored better on the back-9 despite having a ‘wipe’ on one hole.

Scoring ‘4 pointers’ on the 10th, 14th and 16th holes really did the job and it was good golf all around.

The NTPs went to – 9th: N Duncan, 18th: E Hush. Niel got his ‘2’ but sadly Eileen missed out. Other 2’s, were scored on the 9th by J Cripps and the 1st by N Duncan, who luckily avoided the ‘A par on the 1st hole leads to a bad round’ rule.

On Thursday 1 October, the Vets played a 12-hole event at Forbes in delightful conditions. Encouraging numbers of 32 players participated, with 19 from Forbes, and 13 from Parkes.

The winner was Milton Cartwright (F), with 27 points, a little lower than the conditions may have seemed likely. Runner-up on 26, by count back, was Dave Williams (F). The Bradman Award went to Allen Affleck (P) who just did not seem to get any rhythm going. He did manage more than one point per hole, just.

The NTP’s went to – 9th A Grade: P Bishop, B Grade: T Edols; 18th A Grade: B Toole, B Grade L Byrne.

The Mick Miller Shield emphasised that when Forbes turn it on, they really turn it on. The field was fairly even, but it was an emphatic result for Forbes, with 151 points to Parkes 133. That was a real treat for the Forbes boys who have faltered over recent weeks.

There are some very important AGM’s coming up. The Mens Committee AGM is scheduled for Thursday 15 October, at the Forbes Sportman’s Hotel. The following week, the FGA AGM is to be held on 21 October, also at the Sportsman’s Hotel.

By Short Putt.

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PHOENIX Competitions

Win one of 5 double passes to see Daryl Braithwaite live.

Complete the below entry form and return it to The Phoenix Office at 19 Templar Street, or enter online via our website for your chance to win.

Winner Drawn 13th October Name: Address: IMAGE: Junior Cricket team of 2014/2015

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Cricket Season Is Here!

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CRICKET Summer means cricket season and the Forbes and District Junior Cricket Association are very excited with the support that it has received from the local businesses in town.

The Forbes Services Memorial Club has come on board as the major sponsor for the Junior Competition. Gunn’s Mensland has also thrown its support behind Junior Cricket by sponsoring the U12’s, 14’s and 16’s representative teams with shirts for the season.

The Forbes Phoenix, Sportspower, Bunnings, Matheson Earthmoving, Hazell and Field Accountants, Forbes Livestock, Frank Spice, Bernadis IGA and AWB have all gotten on board as individual team sponsors.

Committee members have been working with the Lachlan District development officer Cara Pocock to organise a number of skills

clinics at both Forbes North and Saint Laurence’s Primary Schools.

A T20 Blast School Cup has been organised for Tuesday 13 October where all schools are invited to take part and enter teams in the Cricket Carnival for that day.

Registrations to date have been very strong but there is still room if your child would like to play Junior Cricket this season in Milo U10’s, U14’s and U17’s.

To register, please email Forbes Junior Cricket at forbesjnrcricket@gmail.com and a form will be sent out to you. Alternatively you can contact Tim Mackay on 0428 116 631 or Wayne O’Neill on 0439 856 387.

Forbes will be fielding 8 teams in the Forbes/Parkes competition this season and the first junior competition game of cricket will be held on Saturday 10 October.

win two tickets to see Charmaine Wilson – Acclaimed Spirit Medium 14 October at Forbes Services Memorial Club.

Complete the below entry form and return it to The Phoenix Office at 19 Templar Street, or enter online via our website for your chance to win.

Entries close 5pm, Monday 12th October Name: Address: Email: Phone:

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