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FIRST PLACE….Well done to Forbes Public school students Jade McKeown, Summer Hurford, Lola Morrison, Jemma Hodder, Billy Duggan, Millie Crowley, Bella Male, Audrey Walker and Ellie Pointon who won first place in the School Dance section of the Forbes Eisteddfod last week.

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The Forbes Public School Stage 2/3 Primary School dance group have come away with first place after they performed in the ‘School Dance’ Section at the Forbes Eisteddfod last week. In second place was Parkes East Public Stage 3, Third place went to St Joseph’s Primary in Molong and four Highly Commended awards went to Holy Family Primary Boys Dance, Holy Family Primary “Dance Divas”, Forbes North Public School and the Holy Family Primary “Dancing Queens”.

The Stage 2/3 Primary School dance group who included Forbes Public School students Jade McKeown, Summer Hurford, Lola Morrison, Jemma Hodder, Billy Duggan, Millie Crowley, Bella Male, Audrey Walker and Ellie Pointon were amongst 11 other school groups in the region and scored an impressive 91 from the adjudicator. “The energy and enthusiasm the girls displayed on stage was uplifting and their smiles lit up like Luna Park. It was incredibly entertaining and I was very proud of them

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$25 voucher from Loomzy’s Fish ‘n’ Fix all,” said teacher Miss Hodge. “A special mention must go to Miss Gersbach who coordinated the dance, working tirelessly through break times and after school to help the girls create this phenomenal dance,” continued Miss Hodge. In other Forbes Eisteddfod news the Most Outstanding School over all sections was awarded to St Laurence’s Catholic School in Forbes. The Forbes Town and District Band came a close second to the Parkes Shire Concert Band in the Open Band Group followed by Lachlan Regional Orchestra in third place.

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THUMBS... MAYORAL NOTES What a great week - Sunrise was a great surprise for our community! Thank you to everyone that came down to Lions Park and especially the Dragon Boat Club members - you were fantastic! Destination NSW instigated the visit from Sunrise and for that we thank them very much. It all helps to put Forbes on the National Map for Tourism. Thank you to our amazing staff who did a fantastic job with the logistics. The new Fishing Platform at Lions Park is a huge hit and the kids are absolutely loving it! I received a photo on the weekend of kids fishing off it having a lovely time. It’s great that everyone in our community – as well as visitors to the lake – will have the chance to catch a fish! I was very sad to discover this week that Ladybird Boutique will be closing down. It is a very sad day for this to happen, but it is totally understandable that the time has come for Brian and Marg to enjoy their life in the slower lane. To Brian, Marg, your family and team - you have done an amazing job and we thank you whole heartedly. The farmers who have been doing a lot of work for Council under the Farm to Trade

THUMBS UP To the Forbes Bakehouse. Their service and food is always spot on. Grant deserves a mention, he’s always on the mark with coffee orders.

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program have now finished. We farewelled them last Friday with a BBQ at the Forbes Shire Council Depot. On behalf of Council and the community, I thank you for all of the great work you have done over the last few months. Farmers are doing it so, so tough- if you

THUMBS UP To everyone who is reading The Van Apfel Girls Are Gone by Felicity McLean for the One Library One Book campaign. THUMBS UP I love what’s happening in our community these days. Keep it rolling Forbes Shire!

know of a farmer that is doing it hard mentally and/or physically, please give them the helpline phone number – 1800 011 511 On that note, have a great weekend and pray for rain. God bless. Your Mayor Phyllis Miller

FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD ON THURSDAY JULY 18 COMMENCING AT 1PM REQUEST FOR QUOTATION NOTICE 2019/8

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Water Meter Reader Quotations are invited for the Provision of Water Meter Reading Services. Quotations, addressed to the General Manager, are to be lodged either by hand, post or via Council’s e-tendering portal, Tenderlink, by 10.00am Thursday 18 July 2019. For further information please contact Council’s Procurement and Corporate Business Officer, on 6850 2300 or refer to Council’s website www.forbes.nsw.gov.au for the tender documentation. Canvassing of any of Council’s staff or Councillors will disqualify tenderers from the tender process. The lowest of any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Watch this space! Two trainee positions are soon to be advertised with Council in our Water and Sewer teams. This is a great opportunity for a career change, a new challenge, school leavers through to fully qualified labourers who want to formalise training. Full funding of traineeship and payment while you study! Are you motivated, willing to learn and contribute to the Forbes Shire positively. If this sounds like you - keep an eye out on our website http://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au/council/positions-vacant.aspx

ROAD CLOSURE

Forbes Shire Council is providing a Kerbside Bulky Waste Clean up for all residents currently receiving a domestic waste and recycling collection servce. Please place your waste neatly next to the edge of the kerb, not blocking the footpath at your normal weekly bin collection point on Sunday 4th August. Note: Collections may occur at any time during the allotted time period and may not be collected on the same day as your normal bin service.

Council wishes to advise that sections of Templar Street between Sherriff and Lachlan St will be closed intermittently to allow for excavation works between 15 July and 29 July (weather permitting). Pedestrian access will not be affected. Residents are reminded to be aware of Council workers and observe any relevant site signage.

BREASTSCREENING Mobile van will be stationed in Forbes Victoria Park (behind the Cenotaph on Harold Street) mid July to August. For appointments phone 132 050.

BULKY WASTE CLEAN-UP: 5TH – 9TH AUGUST 2019

SUSPENSION OF ALCOHOL FREE ZONE Notice is given that Council has resolved to suspend the Alcohol Free Zone in Templar Street adjacent to the Bakehouse and Sunshine Club on Friday 19 July 2019.

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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THANK YOU VERY MUCH…Parkes Elvis Festival congratulates Forbes Shire Council on their involvement in the 2019 Parkes Elvis Festival and look forward to working with them again in 2020!

2019 Elvis Festival Thanks: Last Thursday Forbes Shire Council received a lovely thank you from organisers Tiffany and Cathy from the Parkes Elvis Festival. Forbes Shire Council are excited to be involved again next year too! It is a wonderful event bringing people from far and wide to this wonderful part of the world we call home. Great news for our region’s seniors: The State Government will ease the cost of travel for rural and regional seniors from January next year, through the rollout of the $250 Regional Seniors Transport Card. Travel is one of the most significant household costs for residents living in Regional NSW and this new card will be a huge help to many seniors struggling with cost of living pressures. Seniors will be able to use the $250 to purchase fuel and pay for taxi fares from participating providers in rural and regional NSW, and pre-booked NSW TrainLink train and coach services. With longer distances to travel, seniors rely more heavily on private travel which can be a more expensive option. Further details about the rollout of the $250 Regional Seniors’ Transport Cards will be made available later in the year.

Congratulations St Laurence’s Parish School: On being the recipients of the Most Outstanding School Award at the Forbes Eisteddfod! The School are very proud of this achievement and the great effort that was made in preparing for the eisteddfod. A special eisteddfod concert was held in the school hall yesterday for family and friends of the school. Way Back When: Have you got an old photograph of a local person or a photograph of Forbes way back when? If so we would love to see it for our new feature “Way Back When”, simply email your photo and information to editor@forbesphoenix. com.au Templar St Beautification: Work has begun on the eastern end of Templar Street as part of the CBD Masterplan. There will be no disruption to pedestrians and minimal traffic disruption at this time. The street will feature new tree planting, irrigation and solar lights, all part of the beautification of this street. We will keep you posted on the completion of this part of the project.

The Templar St beautification in full swing as part of the CBD Masterplan.

New Fishing Platform for Lions Park in Forbes.

New Fishing Platform: Have you seen the new fishing platform at Lions Park that was installed last week? It is now ready for some fishing action this weekend! A great spot to check out these school holidays! 2nd Active Kids Voucher Now Available: The NSW Government has announced that you can now apply for a second $100 Active Kids Voucher (valid until 31st December 2019) to further contribute to sport and active recreation costs with an approved provider. All you need to do is login to your MyServiceNSW Account and click on Apply for Active Kids Voucher 2. For more information head to www.service.nsw.gov.au Do you love to tell stories? The Forbes Phoenix are currently looking for a locally based reporter/editor for the paper each week. Hours are flexible to suit the right candidate. Come and join our amazing local team and deliver the good news to Forbes each week. If you are interested please call Sarah on 6344 1846 or email publisher@phoenixnewspapers.com.au

Local 10th Annual Moogenilla Angus Bull Sale Moogenilla Angus will hold its 10th Annual Bull Sale on Friday 2nd August 2019 at the Forbes Central West Livestock Exchange. Moogenilla Angus bulls have headed to Far North Qld, SW Qld and the Northern Territory in 2017 and 2018. Among the local, Western NSW, Central Tablelands and Eastern Riverina beef breeders, Consolidated Pastoral Company has been competing to take the Moogenilla Angus bulls north. Troy Setter, CPC said “The Moogenilla bulls are balanced and well suited to the Northern Australian environment. Moogenilla bulls have also settled in to the Mulga country in SW Qld and the dry plains in Far West NSW, equally with the cold Tablelands and the local mixed farming areas.” “Moogenilla Angus Bulls are a tough, adaptable bull with a good temperament, growth and carcase. This is what we will provide to the breeders on Friday 2nd August in Forbes,” said Sarah Wrigley, Moogenilla Angus. To download a copy of the 2019 sale catalogue head to www.angusbull.com.au

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Forbes On Fire!

Forbes Shire Council would like to thank residents of Forbes for helping us host the very first Frost and Fire Festival in June. The event launched with a bang, and it brought back the spirit of bonfire night. A crowd of over 2,000 people gathered at Forbes Ski Dam to celebrate winter in the country. The event included many bonfires, great food and amazing performances both on and off the stage. The Council events team were very proud to be able to bring such an amazing event to the community. We would like to send a special thank you to all of the wonderful members of the community who helped us along the way to bring this great event to Forbes. Starting the line-up of live music for the night were local girls Georgia Sideris and Lily Gaffaney. Triple J unearthed band Young Monks were next to take centre stage with their amazing performance setting the mood. Internationally renowned Lior wooed the crowd next with his beautiful voice and playing his much loved timeless classics. Council would like to make a special mention of the wonderful Lions Club members who helped with parking, the wish candles, manning the fire buckets and assisting with parking on the night. Your help was amazing and we can report a sum of $250 was collected during the night to go to the Australian Lions Foundation Drought Appeal. Thank you to the Forbes Men’s Shed for building the amazing effigy. It definitely turned heads and provided warmth to the crowd as the temperature dropped. Thank you John Den from Aussie Fire Buckets for supplying four of the fire displays, including two magnificent fireballs. A special thanks to our Urban Services crew who ensured we had plenty of firewood on hand during the night to keep those fires burning. The Lachlan Dragon Boat Club provided a wonderful spectacle on the water with their boats lit up. Thank you to the crews who braved the cold on the water to give us a great show. Thank you to our food vendors for the night; Smoking Brothers, Twisted Chip, Franklin Road, Arcadia Saltbush Lamb, Cold Rock Ice Creamery and Vandenberg Hotel. The food was a sell-out and for next year’s event more will be available. The entertainment was not only on stage but throughout the crowds with a performance by Aboriginal dance troupe, River Spirit Dance Group. The wonderful fire performers Emma Van Veen, Sam Mulligan and Rianna Weller wowed the crowd with juggling fire batons and Kristen’s Dance School supplied two powerful dance performances for the crowd. Our event was kept safe by the wonderful teams from the Rural Fire Service and SES which fortunately their services not needed. It was a truly magnificent night for our community and one we hope will be even bigger and better next year.

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“When I Grow Up I Want To Be A Farmer”

Digby Flinn aged 4 from Trangie loves helping his dad Richie out on the farm!

Sam Johnston and Jim Honner from Thank A Farmer For Your Next Meal have one goal – to showcase where Aussie food and fibre comes from, who makes it and how it’s made. They do this one photograph at a time, using the power of social media to spread their message and have close to 60,000 followers on Instagram and more than 30,000 on Facebook. All in an attempt to help bridge the gap between producer and consumer, city and bush. After great success earlier in the year with their well-received ‘Phone A Farmer Day’ initiative the pair are at it again, this time with the likes of a social media photo competition that is aimed at putting the spotlight on the younger generations, and Australia’s future farmers. The #WhenIGrowUpIWantToBeAFarmer campaign is aimed at exactly that – recognising how important these young boys and girls are for the future of the Australian agricultural industry whilst also acknowledging the level of passion these youngsters have for the sector. The concept of the campaign came from someone who knows the saying all too well, Thank A Farmer Co-Founder, Sam Johnston. Sam grew up on a mixed farming property called ‘Merriment’, roughly 50km west of Forbes. He attributes his passion for the sector to his rural upbringing and explains that his earliest childhood memo-

ries are from that farm, helping his Dad. Sam said, “as far back as I can remember, I always wanted to be a farmer. I always wanted to follow in my Dad’s footsteps and one day be just like him. It just gave me so much enjoyment and satisfaction working on our farm, and I loved seeing raw inputs be progressively shaped into a marketable product”. Affectionately known within the business as ‘The Man Behind The Caption’, Thank A Farmer Co-Founder and Jugiong grazier Jim Honner is one of the few fortunate ones that has been able to turn this childhood dream into a reality, now operating his family farm in Southern NSW. At just 24, Jim runs a self-replacing merino flock of just under 4,000 ewes. “I grew up immersed in agriculture. I was fortunate enough to learn about ag and production from my Father from an early age. I then got to experience different sectors through a year at Newcastle Waters in the Northern Territory, and then university holidays at Hay and Tilpa. I’ve since returned home to run our family business with my Mum Jackie, in what I see as an exciting time within agriculture.” He explains. The campaign itself has received some impressive backing with well-known brands such as Hutcheon & Pearce, George the Farmer, Akubra Hats, Ringers Western and What Does A Farmer Look Like? all jumping on board to support the initiative. To get involved the boys encourage people to upload their photos to Instagram and Facebook using the #WhenIGrowUpIWantToBeAFarmer hashtag. They encourage you to dig out your old childhood photos, snap some new shots of your kids, submit multiple entries, and to nominate/challenge your friends and family to do the same.

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18 Jul 27 Jul 2 Aug 3 Aug 5-9 Aug Congratulations to Forbes Croquet Club member John MacCullagh who celebrated his 90th Birthday last week.

10 Aug 23 Aug Save the Date Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Phil Donato MP enjoyed attending the Junior Soccer Gala Day at Forbes last Sunday. It was a great day with former Socceroo Captain Paul Wade, coaching the Forbes Under 10 Girls team.

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Omar and Bernice travelling through Forbes on a sunny Tuesday from Bundalong, Victoria.

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Auction of 21 Holloway St, Forbes @ 10am. Open home Wednesday 10th July from 5.30-6pm. For more info call Stacey Clarke on 0438 721 340. Auction of 1/122 York St, Forbes @ 11am. Open home Wednesday 10th July from 4.30-5pm. For more info call Stacey Clarke on 0438 721 340. Forbes Country Music Club Muster @ Forbes Services Memorial Club at 1pm. Guest artist is Justin Landers. Adult members are $5 and Non-members are $7. There will be lucky door prizes, raffles, lucky numbers and members draw. For more information contact Publicity Officer Charmaine on 0419 414 623. Forbes Shire Council Meeting @ 1pm at the Council Chambers. Forbes Farmers Markets @ Victoria Park from 8am-12pm. Moogenilla Angus Bull Sale @ Forbes Livestock Exchange at 1pm. Visit www. angusbull.com.au for the catalogue or call Sarah Wrigley on 0428 954 610 for more info. Forbes Working Dog Auction @ Forbes Showground from 11am. Nominations are now open and close on 12th July 2019. For all enquiries contact James Litt on 0418 893 986. Bulky Waste Cleanup for all residents currently receiving a domestic waste and recycling collection service. Make sure your waste is out on Sunday 4th August in three piles scrap metal, white goods and ewaste, bundled organics and general bulky waste. 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. All stall holders welcome! Reading Down Town Day @ Victoria Park from 8.30am – 1.30pm. Music, books, drama and activities to celebrate literacy in the Forbes Shire. For more information, email maree.yapp@det.nsw.edu.au or phone 6852 3008. 9 Nov Taste on Templar Dinner and Entertainment from 6.30pm till late, fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Orange. 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 the 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, 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 6:30 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.

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Regional Youth Taskforce Would you like to have a real say in the things that matter to young people in regional NSW? Are you aged between 1224? The NSW Government is now recruiting for the Regional Youth Taskforce. For the first time, the NSW Government is offering regional young people the opportunity to share their voice on issues such as getting a job, mental health and wellbeing, getting around and having things to do. The Regional Youth Taskforce will be solutions-focussed, having a say on ways the NSW Government can try to improve outcomes for regional youth. The Regional Youth Taskforce advises Bronnie Taylor, Minister for Regional Youth on issues that affect young people living in regional NSW. The taskforce will also have input into the way the NSW Government will act on these issues. This is a voluntary position but flights and accommodation will be covered. The taskforce is expected to meet about four times a year, twice in person and twice through Skype. Meetings are likely to take place on weekends or in school holidays. Two young people from each NSW region including Central West and Orana which includes Forbes will be selected to be on the Taskforce. The NSW Government is looking for young people who understand and want to tackle the big issues facing young people in regional NSW. These issues include the impact of drought, youth unemployment, mental health and drugs, lack of things to do, and difficulty accessing services. Taskforce members will be young people who want to make a difference, bringing their best and brightest ideas to solve local issues. Applicants will be asked to create a 300word pitch to solve an issue in their region. Applicants will be assessed on whether they demonstrate a good understanding of issues affecting young people in their region and how innovative and effective their solutions are. Successful applicants will be required to undergo probity checks, including identity checks. This includes proof of age, proof of address, and a NSW Police Check. Applicants under 15 will not be required to submit to a Police Check. This volunteer position gives young people an opportunity to see how governments work and how big decisions are made. This is an opportunity to build the leaders of tomorrow and for you to meet other passionate young people from all over NSW.

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OUR Lil’Bloke Jackson Markwort How old are you? I am 7. How long have you lived in or around Forbes? Ummm I don’t know. 7 years I think. Where do you go to school and what year are you in? I go to Forbes North Public School and I am in Year 2. What do you love most about school? Playing with my friends. What is your favourite sport and why? Soccer, because I like playing it. What is your favourite food? Tomatoes. What do you do in your spare time? Watch TV and ride motorbikes. If you could have a superpower what would it be? Ummm be super speedy! Tell us an interesting fact about yourself. I like doing maths.

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Apply Now For Stronger Country Communities Fund Round Three of this fund will deliver crucial local infrastructure and programs to improve the quality of life of people living in regional NSW. Since 2017, the Stronger Country Communities Fund (SCCF) has supported more than 1,000 local projects that make regional communities even better places to call home. In Round One, the NSW Government invested $100 million to improve community facilities such as town halls, recreation facilities, shared paths and playgrounds. Through Round Two, the NSW Government invested a further $200 million to provide high quality community and sports-related infrastructure. Round Three will provide an additional $100 million for community projects in regional NSW, with at least $50 million for youth-related projects. The third round of the Stronger Country Communities Fund increases the total value of the Regional Growth Fund to $1.7 billion. Key changes Stronger Country Communities Fund Round Three: • dedicates $50 million to youth related projects • invites applications from councils and, for the first time, not-for-profit and community organisations • has been expanded to cover programs and events as well as infrastructure • has extended the application period to three months giving organisations time to submit their applications. Key dates • Applications opened 9am, Monday 1 July 2019 • Applications close 5pm, Friday 27 September 2019 • Eligibility, assessment and approval process October 2019 to January 2020 • Announcement of successful projectsFrom January 2020 To submit an application head to https://regionaldevelopment.smartygrants.com.au/ SCCFProjectR3

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FORBES SPORT

Windy Day At Golf Blustery windy conditions had a significant effect on many of the 59 players in last weekend’s Individual Stroke event, sponsored by Forbes TV & Video Repairs. The A-Division winner was early starter Barry Parker with 69 nett, ahead of midmorning starter Brad Ashton with a 71 nett. The B-Division winner was Richard Smith with 70 nett, a victor by count back over Denis Culley and his 70 nett. The ball sweep went to: 69 – B Parker; 70 – R Smith, D Culley; 71 – B Squires, B Ashton, B Chandler; 72 – P Pymont, A Callaghan, R Webb; 73 – R Besgrove, A Rees, J Betland, R Morris; 74 – S Kirkman, D McAuliffe. The NTP’s went to: 9th – G Collits; 18th – K Herbert. On a sunny but chilly Sunday the Stableford Medley field was quite small. The winner was Barb Drabsch with 25 points on count back from Ethel Coombs. Winners in week 7 of the Winter 3’s competition were: Voucher to – Som (nett 25); Ball winners were: 25 - Som; 31.5 – T Griffiths; 34.5 – E Coombs; 35.5 S Redfern, A Watts; 36 – B Gear. The leading team is Taylor/Tucker/J Haley, but it is a tight scrap