Forbes Anzac Day 2019 Commemorations The streets of Forbes were lined with a multitude of people last Thursday who came out on Anzac Day in honour of those service men and women of both Australia and New Zealand whom sacrificed their lives and still risk their life today in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations so that we may live in freedom. Anzac Day marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by the ANZAC’s (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) at Gallipoli in Turkey in 1915, during WWI. As Australian citizens, we enjoy the rights of a free country: safety, opportunity and democracy. Anzac Day is our opportunity to commemorate the men, women and children who fought, endured, suffered and died for us, our country and all the privileges we enjoy daily. The traditional Anzac Day dawn service commenced with participants assembling at 5:15am in front of the Forbes Services Memorial Club with a march to the Cenotaph followed by a ceremony held in Victoria Park. Masses of Forbes locals and visitors attended the mid morning commemorative Anzac march and service. Marchers assembled in Cross Street at 10am for the march to the Cenotaph in Victoria Park via Lachlan Street. The march to the Cenotaph saw many schools, community groups and ex-service personnel together to pay their respects,
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LEST WE FORGET‌ Anzac day commemorations last Thursday saw thousands of Forbes locals pause in remembrance of the soldiers who fell at Gallipoli.
mourn with pride, and remember with equal pride, those that have served and still live. Also to give gratitude for the peace we enjoy, and acknowledge, the responsibility of ensuring the freedom and liberty so costly won is not lost by our own indifference. After the march, the mid morning service began with a variety of Forbes community groups, businesses, families and individuals laying wreaths. Flowers have traditionally been laid on graves and memorials in memory of the dead. The Prayer of Thanksgiving followed, which thanks the nations of the world in seeking peace and happier relations with each other. Where after the Prayer for the Queen and Prayer for the Nation was read. Retired serviceman, Scott Stephens was the guest speaker. Scott has shared in events marking the centenary of battles across the Western front in both France and Belgium. The day concluded with a lowering of the flag ceremony at 5pm at the Cenotaph.
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MAYORAL NOTES Vanfest is getting closer and they have a great line up this year. If you haven’t got your ticket yet please go online and get one. We need local support of this fantastic event. The enormous benefits to our local retail and hospitality sector are extremely important. Anzac Day was absolutely sensational last Thursday and our local school children were out in droves. Thank you to all our volunteers in Forbes. We can’t thank you enough for the enormous contribution you make to the fabric of our lives. You have to take your hat off to the farming community. They just keep on going. It is looking promising for the latter part of the week but we need to keep our rain prayers going. I had a wander around our retail shops this week and boy oh boy, we are so lucky! There is not one thing you can’t buy in town and the ladies in the fashion houses are second to none on both style and price – try local first! You will notice down on the lake the grey
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FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices
THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD ON THURSDAY MAY 16 COMMENCING AT 1PM ROAD CLOSURES WEELONG PLACE, FORBES – FOOTPATH
PRE-POLLING
Under Section 38B of the Roads Act 1993, notice is given that Council has resolved to close a Council public road located in the Parish of Forbes. Council will receive submissions regarding the proposal. All submissions received will be referred to the next Council meeting for a decision regarding the proposed road closing. The road under consideration is the footpath that joins Weelong Place, Forbes to The Bogan Way, Forbes. If the Council Road is closed the land within the road reserve becomes vested in the Council; Council may then disposal of the land under the Local Government Act 1993. All interested persons are invited to make submissions to the General Manager by 5pm, Thursday 9 May 2019. Please note the provisions of the Government Information (Public Access) Act, where information contained in such submissions may, at the discretion of Council and NSW Depart-ment of Primary Industries – Lands, be referred to the person(s) who initiated the proposal for appropriate consideration. For further enquires please contact Council’s Manager Property and Investment, on 02 6850 2300.
Pre-polling is not available in Forbes until Saturday 11 May 2019 at St John’s Anglican Church, 3-5 Court Street from 9am—4pm. Pre-polling is opened currently in bigger country towns such as Orange, Dubbo and Wagga Wagga.
REQUEST FOR TENDER NOTICE 2019-5—Provision of Casual Hire of Plant (Preferred Supplier List) Tenders are invited for the Provision of Casual Hire of Plant (Preferred Suppliers List). Tenders, addressed to the General Manager, are to be lodged either by hand, post or Council’s e-tendering portal, Tenderlink, by 10am Friday 24 May 2019. For further information contact Council’s Senior Governance Officer on 02 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.
HERITAGE ADVISORY SERVICE Council provides a free heritage advisory service where residents can receive advice on design, colour schemes and maintenance of heritage items. Council’s Heritage Advisor is available for appointments on the 7 & 8 May 2019. For further information or to make a booking please contact Council on 02 6850 2300.
RECRUITMENT Forbes Shire Council is currently building the workforce in order to deliver on community expectations, increas-ing local government demands and to deliver next level services into the future. The current positions are: • Senior Health and Building Surveyor + Health and Building Surveyor • Manager Livestock Exchange For further information, please contact HR on 02 6850 2300 or people@forbes.nsw.gov.au
LIFELINE RURAL GATEKEEPING TRAINING Gatekeeper Training for Agricultural Service Providers and people supporting farmers with drought is a free workshop aimed at assisting people to identify signs of potential mental health issues, know how to talk about it and get support for the individual. Facilitated by Lifeline, supported by Forbes Shire Council and Grassroots Blueprint. The workshop will be held on Thursday 9 May 2019 at the Bedgerabong Community Hall from 8:30am—5pm followed by a community dinner. Please RSVP to Forbes Shire Council’s Drought Coordinator, Sally Downie by 5pm Wednesday 8 May, sally.downie@forbes.nsw.gov.au or 02 6850 2363.
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 Email: forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au • Website: www.forbes.nsw.gov.au
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FANTASTIC WIN... The Red Bend Catholic College Rugby League Opens team celebrated a 38-16 win over Farrer this weekend in Tamworth. Congratulations!
Candidates to contest 2019 election: A total of 1,514 candidates have nominated to contest the 18th May federal election, the Australian Electoral Commission announced. The national figures include 458 candidates contesting 40 Senate vacancies and 1,056 candidates for the 151 House of Representatives divisions across Australia. The national total for the 2019 federal election is slightly lower than the 1,625 candidates who stood at the 2016 event. The 2019 candidate nominations were officially declared at public events held across the country recently, followed immediately by a draw for ballot paper positions. The declarations represent a milestone in the huge logistical operation that is a federal election – over 50 million ballot papers will be printed and distributed in the coming few days and early voting began on 29th April. Between next Monday and 6pm on election day, 18th May, a record 16.4 million Australians are enrolled and able to cast their votes at more than 8,000 polling locations over the period. Voter services will include early-voting centres, mobile-polling teams visiting hospitals and remote areas, election-day polling places and interstate voting centres, overseas voting venues, and other offshore locations such as Norfolk Island and Antarctica.
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QUESTION of the week Mamma Mia! Dancing in Trundle: The Trundle ABBA Festival has arrived with many festival goers expected to start their travel to Trundle and the region this weekend. “We have ABBA fans coming from all over Australia, and even fans from England, travelling to Trundle,” said Felicity Jackson, who is one of the event organisers. “We also have about 400 people coming from Sydney, the Hunter Valley and Parkes on special ABBA Trains,” said Felicity. This year’s festival includes Bjorn Again, the world-famous ABBA tribute band, renowned artists including Ben Ransom, Ingrid Mae, Amitie, MRQ and The Natalie Prevedello Duo. There will also be market stalls, dancing and best costume competitions and lots of fun activities for all ages. “It’s going to be a great fun filled day, so come and visit us on 4th May,” said Felicity.
Why is Anzac Day so significant to you?
Kerry Walker: To show respect to family members and other people who have and still are serving in the war.
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Valerie Ball: To commemorate the sacrifice made by those for our freedom and liberty.
The Mixed Foursomes Golf Championships held last Sunday saw Dan Bayley and Beth Dickens as the winners of the Les Forbes Trophy for Scratch and the Treanor Memorial Trophy for Handicap for a second year running.
Wilma Hepburn: To honour the soldiers that died in all the wars and to remember them and all the suffering they endured.
Focusing On Efficient Soil Management Central West Lachlan Landcare (CWLL) is pleased to be hosting a workshop with a focus on managing soils for climate and market change. CWLL is proud to have guest speakers Guy Webb and Callen Thompson presenting the latest information on cover cropping, increasing soil carbon and climatic expectations moving forward. Chairperson, Ben Kerin said: “This is not only a chance to learn more about the opportunities to increase soil carbon and look at the possibilities to adapt farming systems, but to gain a greater understanding of using these options to increase productivity and profitability.” Guy Webb is an agronomist with Agriwest
in Forbes and the Founding Director of Soil C Quest, a not-for-profit organisation that has been researching ways to empower farmers to draw down carbon, combining knowledge of microbiology and agricultural systems. Callen Thompson is a Senior Land Services Officer with CWLL Services heading up their National Landcare Program project with a focus on assisting landholders to adapt their enterprise to meet the changing climatic conditions. Workshops are being held in Parkes (12:30pm – 3pm) and Forbes (5pm – 7:30pm) on Wednesday, 8th May. RSVP is essential to Marg on 0418 611 053 or cwllpo@hotmail.com.
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Pre-Mother’s Day Market and Devonshire Tea Saturday 11th May, 9am - 12pm For Sale...Chrysanthemums Potted, Cut, Gift wrapped and various other plants. Pop Up market stalls Plus FREE FUN WORKSHOP Making Kokedama Balls Workshop Numbers are Limited. To register call Heather 0409 029 529 or email forbescommunitygarden@gmail.com 71 Reymond St (site of the old Forestry Nursery)
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‘My Mother Is A Walking Miracle’ Even though mums give us so much help and love every day, there’s only one Mother’s Day, and this year it is on Sunday, 12th May. Show your appreciation and love and make it a memorable day this year. Here are some ideas to help you make Mother’s Day 2019 as special for your mum, as special as she is to you. Don’t miss the Forbes Riverside Community Garden Pre-Mother’s Day Market and Devonshire Tea, including pop up market stalls, on Saturday 11th May from 9am to 12pm. Also, get in early to register for their free fun-filled workshop in making Kokedama Balls. Call Heather on 0409 029 529 or email forbescommunitygarden@gmail. com to book now. Why not spoil Mum with lunch at the Forbes Services Memorial Club and enjoy great live music from your favourtie entertainers Terry and Nigel “Two Much Trouble”. Live music will be on from 12noon – 4pm. Crave Café and Catering in Rankin St will also be open on Mother’s Day. Bookings are essential so please call 6851 5296 to make a booking. Don’t forget to shop local this Mother’s Day, head into Painted Daisies on Templar St where you can find a great range of home and giftware perfect for Mum! News on Rankin also have everything just right to make Mum’s Day perfect, call in and see Gabe and her friendly team at 70 Rankin St, Forbes.
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Children love to make homemade gifts too. There are plenty of very handy DIY ideas online to give mum a very special gift that she will be able to use for a long time to come. Many ideas use supplies you already have hanging around the house, including wool, paper, a mason jar and even an old shirt! To make the day even more special, get the kids to help whip up a delicious brunch or treat for mum (remember to clean the kitchen as well!). Create a playlist for your Mother’s Day brunch, lunch or dinner with these sentimental songs… 1. Mama’s Song - Carrie Underwood 2. I Hope You Dance - Lee Ann Womack 3. A Song For Mama - Boyz II Men 4. Mom - Garth Brooks 5. Turn To You - Justin Bieber 6. Hey Mama - Kanye West 7. The Best Day - Taylor Swift 8. Baby Mine - Alison Krauss 9. Like My Mother Does - Lauren Alaina 10. Mama Liked Roses - Elvis Presley A Mother’s Day film is a great way to end a fun day with Mum. Here are a few movie ideas she might enjoy … 1. Mother’s Day 2. Step Mom 3. Bad Moms 4. Instant Family 5. The Parent Trap
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Upcoming TAB Carnival Of Cups Meeting Forbes Diggers Harness Racing Club held a successful meeting last Thursday on Anzac Day and are looking forward to their TAB Carnival Of Cups Meeting on this Sunday, 5th May. Gates open at midday with on course bar and canteen facilities. The committee would definitely recommend that you get in early for a steak sandwich. With our upcoming meeting, Club President Lex Crosby would like to thank all the volunteers that help the club to prepare for both race days. Also, a special thanks to the sponsors that continually support Harness Racing in Forbes. Feature races for this meeting are the Forbes Services Memorial Club Final and The Ted Clifford Memorial. Races on Sunday, 5th May include: • R1 - TAB.COM.AU Three Year Old Pace (3c0 To 3c1.) • R2 - Forbes Livestock & Agency Co./ Walkers Ag n vet Forbes Pace (C0 To C1.) • R3 - Kevin & Kay Seymour Ladyship Pace (C1 To C2.)
• R4 - Forbes Shire Council Club Dubbo Golden Gig Heat • R5 - Forbes Services Memorial Club Final (C0 To C1.) • R6 - Club Menangle Where Horses Fly Heat (C1 Only.) • R7 - Ted Clifford Memorial (C2 Only.) • R8 - Club Menangle Country Series Heat (C3 To C4.)
Craig Dumesny and Brian Jones during the Anzac Day Ceremony held last Thursday.
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Drought Impacts Businesses Business conditions have fallen sharply as the NSW economy slows down, with the largest drop in business confidence recorded since July 2010 according to the latest quarterly survey by the NSW Business Chamber. “It’s no surprise that the impact of the drought is a major factor in Western NSW. Respondents in our region are experiencing cash flow challenges and responding with reduced spending,” said Western NSW Business Chamber Regional Manager, Vicki Seccombe. “The Far West and Orana reported some of the worst business conditions in the state, with more than half of the businesses surveyed reporting deteriorating conditions, falling revenues and profits. In the Central West, it wasn’t much better, with around 45% of businesses reporting worsening conditions and falling profits. “As a result, about one-third of business across the Far West and Orana report cutting staff this quarter, while more than a third are expected to reduce staff the next quarter. “There is an urgent need to help offset the devastation brought on by the drought. All levels of government need to provide targeted measures to support our businesses,” said Vicki.
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Looking for a rich country experience? Looking to develop your teaching and leadership experience? Wanting to be a part of an emerging force in education? Then we have the school for you! Parkes Christian School has been operating for 35 years and has over 220 students from K-12. The cohesive staff body, dynamic leadership and supportive community make PCS an exciting and satisfying place to work. Our school is looking to fill the following position.
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his position will be a committed Christian who is active in their full-time Business Manager. Flexible starting date from August ll have suitable teaching qualifications and accreditation, as also beParkes an outstanding educator with experience teaching Christian School is locatedin in the Central West of NSW, age 6 students and keen to teach English at any level.
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need toDubbo. have a willingness to become involved in the life of the Parkes Shire Council says, “Enjoy the space, the lifestyle to be adaptable to the changing needs of a growing school. more affordable housing that Parkes has to offer. Parkes is a
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The Business Manager’s role is responsible to the Principal for the overall financial management of the school. They are responsible to the Principal and report to the School Board in matters of administration, industrial relations and financial controls, including the annual budget, fee collection, fee rebates and account payments.
Essential Requirements • Proficient user of Microsoft and Google applications • Experience in business management
• Committed Christian with proven involvement in their local church • Current NSW Working With Children’s Check Highly Desired • Experience in managing building projects
• Accounting or Management qualifications
• Previous experience in an educational environment • A high level of IT knowledge and expertise
• Experience in maintaining and streamlining information systems • Previous experience with Xero
For all enquiries please email: principal@parkescs.nsw.edu.au EOI closing 31st May 2019.
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Lauren Hutchinson How long have you been involved in Forbes and what do you like most about our town? I’ve been working in Forbes for the last 18 months. I love the great sense of community here. Where do you work and what do you enjoy about it? I’m the optometrist at Eyewear Specs. I love working in a small team in a small community. It means I really get to know and spend time with my patients. What is your favourite thing to do when you have free time? I love going fishing with my dad during cod season. What makes you proud? My brother and my cousins. What is your all-time favourite movie, song and/or book? Favourite song: Dreams by Fleetwood Mac. Favourite book: Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón. Favourite movie: The Hobbit Trilogy. If you could be an animal which one would you choose and why? An owl. Being able to fly would be amazing. Tell us about your best holiday. My trip to Nepal. The people were so wonderful and the country is just beautiful.
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Trundle ABBA Festival for more information and tickets head to www.trundleabbafestival.com.au Forbes Diggers Harness Racing Club TAB Carnival of Cups Meeting Gates open at 12noon, full amenities on course, canteen and bar available. Meet the Candidates Night for the Upcoming Federal Election @ 7pm at Forbes Services Memorial Club. Managing Soils for Climate and Market Change Workshops. Parkes 12.30-3pm and Forbes 5-7.30pm. These workshops are free but you must RSVP to Marg on 0418 611 053 or email cwllpo@hotmail.com Forbes Business Chamber Networking Event @ Made of Friday’s 81 Rankin St, Forbes at 6pm. With a brief chat from Kate and Mel on branding and business representation. Email Fiona if you would like to attend forbes.businesschambernsw@gmail. com Parkes Christian School Kindergarten + Primary Expo @ 6pm at the School, creche available and supper provided. Riverside Community Garden Pre-Mother’s Day Market from 9am – 12pm. Pop up market stalls and free fun workshops. To register call Heather 0409 029 529. Forbes Rotary Ipomoea Markets @ Lions Park from 8am – 12.30pm. Lots of amazing stalls of local handicraft, produce, cakes, plants and bric-a-brac on offer. Mother’s Day Free Mother’s Day Concert @ Forbes Services Memorial Club. Terry and Nigel “Two Much Trouble” will perform while you spoil Mum with a Mother’s Day Lunch from 124pm. Forbes Shire Council Meeting 1pm @ Council Chambers. Australian Federal Election. Remember to vote between 8am-6pm. Biggest Morning Tea @ CWA Hall, 132 Lachlan Street Forbes at 10am. selling craft work and some cakes and slices, with all the proceeds donated to the Cancer Council. 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. 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. CWA Forbes Evening Branch meets every second Thursday of the months at the Vandenberg Hotel from 6.30pm.
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Success In Mixed Foursomes Championships The Mixed Foursomes Championships on Sunday, 28th April were contested by 32 players and played over 27 holes. The consistency of the Dan Bayley/ Beth Dickens pairing gave them success in both the Les Forbes Trophy for Scratch (130) and the Treanor Memorial Trophy for Handicap (106 Nett). Runners-up in the Scratch were the fancied pairing of Richard Nixon/ Heather Davidson with their 131, edging out Andrew Grierson/ Kerry Stirling on count back. However, Grierson/Stirling had success in the Handicap, finishing runners-up on 112.25 and themselves edging out T Griffith/J Fletcher on count back. The ball sweep, excluding the prize winners, went to 116 nett, being distributed to: Griffith/Fletcher, Duncan/Duncan, Uphill/ Uphill, Tucker/Tilley, Maher/Bratton and Nixon/Davidson. The NTP’s went to: 9th Ladies – K Stirling; 18th Men – M Collits. Saturday’s competition was an Individual 18-hole Stroke event, sponsored by LINX and contested by 69 players. The A-Division winner was Ken Sanderson, who was exciting in compiling his nett 66. Runner-up was Dave Rhodes, on 69 nett and on count back from Digit McAuliffe. The B-Division players were not out-done
with Greg Webb also scoring 66 nett. Runner-up was Bruce Chandler, with 69 nett and on count back from Geoff Drane. The ball sweep went to 71 nett on count back: 66 – G Webb, K Sanderson; 69 – D Rhodes, D McAuliffe, B Chandler, G Drane; 70 – A Borger, D Bayley, K Cobcroft, A Dukes, B Doyle, P Kay, R Borger, B Shine: 71 – G Pymont, R Smith, R Harrison and D Clarke. The NTP’s went to: 9th – S French; 18th – D McAuliffe. There were 12 scored overall, with by far the best ‘2’ was that scored by Todd Callaghan on the 10th, which is an eagle in fact. A Stableford Medley was held on Anzac Day, with the good weather encouraging 28 participants to perform well. The winner was Rod Luyt (Parkes) with 41 points, ahead of Kim Herbert on 40 points, and on count back from Mark Collits. The ball sweep went to 36, going to: 41 – R Luyt; 40 – K Herbert, M Collits; 39 – A Alley; 38 - S French, P Duke, D Mylecharane, P Dawson; 36 – B Carpenter, B Thomas. The NTP’s went to: 9th – S Sallaway; 18th – B Warren. Visitors on the day included a group from Parkes – Rod Luyt, Tom Delmenico, Bill Warren and John Pearce. By Short Putt
News And Results Off The Croquet Courts Week Ending 27th April It was nice to see the return of Keith and Jan Brodie at our Tuesday golf croquet; they are both good players and an asset to the club. One of the best players to grace our courts was Bill Greenhill from Tasmania. On his last visit he won all of his games and he was again in good form, playing two balls to defeat Bill Scott 7 to 6. Congratulations to Colleen Liebich! It has been some time since she has won her three matches on the same day. The winners of three games were Bruce Field, Colleen Liebich, Bob Murray and Neville Spry. Well done! The colder weather for Saturday’s Aussie croquet did not dishearten our players. There were only two winners of the three matches on the day in spite of a full complement of players. They were John H. Browne and Dorelle Scott. The closest games for Tuesday’s golf croquet were:
• Neville Spry, Colleen Liebich 7, def Mary Hodges, Marie Spry 6 • John H. Browne, Carol Slattery 8, def Dorelle Scott, Lily Allegri 5 • Alec Todd, Lorna Field 7, def Kathleen Broderick, Ruth Cheney 6 • Bruce Field, Carol Slattery 7, Lyn Simmonds, Ruth Cheney 6 • Bill Greenhill, Neville Spry 7, def Kathleen Broderick, Libby Smart 6 • Dorelle Scott, Colleen Liebich 7, John Allegri, Dorelle Scott 6 • Lorraine Todd, Keith Brodie 7, def Merv Langfield, Harley Stewart 6 • Jan Brodie, Bob Murray 7, def Elvy Quirk, Mary Hodges 6 • Bruce Field, Neville Spry 7, def Alec Todd, Kathleen Broderick 6 • Colleen Liebich, Bob Murray 7, def Keith Brodie, Lorna Field 6 • Bill Greenhill 7, def Bill Scott 6 • Ray Burridge, Mary Hodges 7, def Libby
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Smart, Merv Langfield 6 The closest games for Saturday’s Aussie croquet were: • Lorraine Todd, Doreen Rogers 14, def Geoff Coles, Evelyn McLean 12 • Anne Stewart, Barry White 14, def Harley Stewart, Ray Burridge 11 • John H. Browne, Alec Todd 14, def Bob Murray, Jeff Liebich 13 • Colleen Liebich, Robin Pols 14, def Tony Thomson, Lorna Field 11 • Dorelle Scott, John Job 14, def Lorraine Todd, John Cole 12 • Geoff Coles, Harley Stewart 14, def Alec Todd, Barry White 12 • Doreen Rogers, Lorraine Todd 14, def Robin Pols, Cherylin Cole 12 • John Browne, Neville Spry 14, def Geoff Coles, John job 12 • Ray Burridge, Libby Smart 14, def Anne Stewart, John Cole 11 • Elvy Quirk, Elizabeth McLean 14, def Alec Todd, Lorna Field 13 By Anne and Harley Stewart
Forbes DIGGERS Harness Racing Club TAB Carnival Of Cups Meeting Sunday 5th May
FEATURE RACE: Forbes Services Memorial Club Final Gates open Midday • Full amenities, canteen and bar on course
Sponsored by Forbes Services Memorial Club. All Forbes RSL club members receive free entry by showing their club membership.
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CAN’T MAKE IT ON ELECTION DAY?
If you know you can’t vote on Saturday 18 May, you can vote early. It’s amazing how powerful a piece of paper can be on election day. If you are an Australian citizen aged 18 years or over, you are required by law to vote. So, if you’re unable to make it to a polling place on election day, you can vote early at an early voting centre or apply for a postal vote. You can vote early if you are at work on Saturday 18 May, or will be outside the electorate where you are enrolled. There are other reasons you can vote early – visit www.aec.gov.au/early to find out more.
Your vote will help shape Australia.
To learn more
www.aec.gov.au 13 23 26
Authorised by the Electoral Commissioner, Canberra.