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AMBASSADORS… Amelia Sweeney is the 2016 Forbes Showgirl. She is pictured with Shannon Toole, the 2014 Showgirl.
Come Hell or High Water, The Forbes Show Was Fun
While Forbes was almost turned into an island last weekend by floodwaters, the town’s community spirit was not dampened for the 141st show. The first female president of the Forbes P.A. & H Association, Jan Facey, said although numbers were down by about half a lot of people got out in the rain and wet. “We are quite happy and grateful for the support, and would like to thank everyone who joined in the fun.” One of the highlights this year was the new entertaining Show Mow event, which became extra spectacular with so much mud around. According to Jan, Show Mow consists of a club of people who travel around the country to race at shows on their
lawn mowers. Although entries in the different categories were unfortunately down, because of people flooded in, entries were of a high quality. Only the cooking category budged the trend with a lot more entries. One of the show’s major events, the ring events, had to be postponed to the Spring Horse Show on the weekend of 22nd and 23rd October, when the dog high jump and yard dog display will also take place. The dairy cattle judging could also not take place and will now be on Monday. Jan said she was happy not to be stuck in the show office this year. “It was a real treat to get out and talk to people. The feedback has been very positive.”
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LETTERS... phone l (02) 6344 1846 email l editor@forbesphoenix.com.au or sales@forbesphoenix.com.au web l www.forbesphoenix.com.au Street Address 23 Templar Street, Forbes Postal Address PO Box 251 Canowindra NSW 2804 Editorial Maggi Barnard | Editor | 0403 080 085 editor@forbesphoenix.com.au Anita Morrison | Reporter | 0405 364 512 reporter@forbesphoenix.com.au Advertising sales@forbesphoenix.com.au Advertising Deadline Tuesday 4pm if you require design Wednesday 3pm for pre-designed ads Editorial Deadline | Wednesday 10am
MAYORAL NOTES At the time of writing this column, the declaration of the Forbes Shire Council election is this morning. Which also means the first Council meeting and the election of the Mayor has been postponed until later in the month. We will keep you updated when this meeting will be. We have had a lot of road closures due to the flooding over the past week and I know that it has been difficult for those affected, but please remember under no circumstances can Council allow people to travel through closed roads. The Forbes Show on Friday and Saturday was a fantastic event despite the wet weather. Our council stand won the Forbes PA&H Association Best Commercial Display – Outside for the second year in a row, which was great. Thanks to everyone who stopped in at our stand while at the show. From September 26 to 30, Council is running its scrap metal, organics and bulky waste clean-up. This service is for all Council residents who are currently receiving a
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Dear Editor While I was riding around the paddocks wallowing in self-pity, awaiting the floodwaters to arrive, I was convicted of my selfishness. Although I was somewhat pleased to have the day off work because of floodwaters, I was reminded of the dedication and commitment of the teachers and staff of Bedgerabong school. A day off school whoopee – no not for them at all. Phone calls were constantly being made to ensure the school could and would be operational. Arrangements were being made to ensure staff could be transported from Forbes to Bedgerabong through floodwaters just for the Bedgerabong children to proceed as usual with their learning! What a slap in the face! Where was my commitment? Where was my dedication? I would like to thank and give a massive thumbs up to the teachers and staff at Bedgerabong school for everything they do. They are absolutely amazing. Katy Brown
Have your say... Have your say on the issues that affect you and your community. To submit a letter to the Editor email us at editor@forbesphoenix.com.au or mail us at PO Box 251 Canowindra NSW 2804. Letters to the Forbes Phoenix must carry the senders name, home address and day and evening phone numbers. Pseudonyms are not accepted. The opinions and views of readers are not necessarily the views of the staff and Management of The Forbes Phoenix.
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SNIPPETS...
QUESTION of the week of domestic violence/positive relationships. Artworks need to be on A3 or A4 and can be digital, paintings, drawings or other medium. The competition closes on 21st October and winners will be announced on 28th October. Prizes will be paid in Find it in Forbes vouchers. For more information contact Maree Yapp on 6852 3008; Senior Constable Daniel Greef on 6862 9977, or Maria Peterson on 6851 2716.
April Bermingham with one of her chooks.
Champion Chook Girl: Seven-year-old April Bermingham has a great love for all animals, but she is making a name for herself and her chooks at shows in the Central West. She has more than 40 chickens and started to enter them at shows this year. She has won more than ten first prizes and seven second prizes at three shows so far for her Polish chickens, Silkies and Aconas. She clinched a best in class and a second prize at the Forbes Show, had four winners and three seconds at the Bedgerabong Show and six winners and three seconds in Parkes. April also has three ducks, and won reserve champion with her duck at Bedgerabong. According to April’s dad, Shannon, his daughter spends all her time with the animals on their seven-acre property. Forbes Neighbourhood Watch (FNW) art competition: FNW is working with other service providers in the community to increase awareness on the importance of safety and security by running an art competition for children in the Forbes community. The themes are: K – 6 Community Safety; 7 – 12 Raising awareness
The Boscars 2016 Gala Dinner: As we enter spring, excitement for The Boscars 2016 Gala Dinner is building. Tickets are on sale until Wednesday, 12th October unless sold out prior. So get in early and plan your table now. With a combination of experience and fresh ideas the 2016 event committee will deliver a fun and memorable evening. People’s Choice voting is currently underway so don’t forget to head to www.forbesboscars.com.au to place your vote. This special award category will recognise Forbes’ most popular tradie and most popular business. Have you worked with a tradie who’s gone above and beyond and done an amazing job? Make sure you get them in the running!
Ian Simpson and Stacey Clarke were selling tickets for a John Deere kids tractor at the show with proceeds to go to Forbes North Primary School. Hutcheon and Pearce donated the tractor. Tickets are still available at the Ian Simpson & Co office.
What did you enjoy most at the Show?
Brendan Morrison (middle) with Barry Read and Ken Sly : I am particularly interested in the Lawn Mower Races this year.
Naarah Childs (with Tim Childs and Belinda Separovic): Face painting was great. I am now a Spider Witch and I love winning toys - my favourite is a blue panda.
Emily Speers (with Dan, Cam & Peta Speers and Wendy Nicholls): The rides are the best part of the show for me especially the Gravatron.
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THUMBS UP To the 17 worthy candidates who put themselves forward for the Council elections and canvassed so diligently – you all really deserved a place.
THUMBS UP To everyone in the community who filled sandbags or helped others out during the floods.
THUMBS UP To the Magpies for winning the rugby league grand final!
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PROPERTIES of the week
Another Baby On The Way, “We Need To Expand” 11 Thames Street, Forbes • 3 bedroom, brick and tile home • Open plan kitchen and dining, sep. lounge room • Gas heating and ducted evap air conditioning • Fully fenced, established gardens and lawns • Automatic sprinkler system in back yard • Comprehensive information memorandum available on request 11 Thames Street, Forbes will be auctioned, unless sold prior. Auction: 6pm Thursday 6th October 2016 at the Forbes Services Memorial Club Open Homes: 11am sharp Saturday 10th, 17th, 24th, September and 1st October 2016
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T 02 6851 1911 W www.iansimpsonandco.com.au A 88A Lachlan St, Forbes NSW 2871
• Investment Potential – Subdivision approved by council • Just under ½ acre (1,973 sqm) • 3 bedrooms open plan kitchen / living / dining • Low maintenance home • 5kW solar system • 22,000 L rainwater tank and pressure pump • Established trees front and back. • Comprehensive information memorandum available on request. 35 Prince Street, Forbes will be auctioned unless sold prior. Auction: 6pm Thursday 6th October 2016 at the Forbes Services Memorial Club.
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Open Homes: 12:00 noon on Saturdays 10th, 17th, 24th September and 1st October.
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A New Shopping Experience Bernardi’s Marketplace in Forbes will undergo exciting changes over a four week period to provide an enhanced shopping experience for customers. “After a great deal of market research and valuable feedback from customers, we have started making some changes to our supermarket,” said Joseph Bernardi, CEO of Supermarkets. The refurbished store will have a bigger focus on fresh produce, sourced locally from the Central West as much as possible, an enhanced bakery with freshly baked sourdough bread, cakes and pastries, new Grab & Go lunch options and a new range of bulk wholefoods. “We want to give Forbes shoppers more reasons to shop local,” said Joseph. “In our experience, when locals purchase more of their groceries in town it has a positive knock on effect for a lot of other small businesses.” A range of new brands of healthy and specialty foods, as well as locally sourced products, will also be entering the store in October. New and interesting products will be added to the Everyday Low Price program. Regular customers would have noticed some changes already with corrugated iron and timber added at the entrance and inside the store. The finished product will give the store a barn feel.
As part of the upgrade, the group will also launch a new Community Benefits program with $6,000 awarded to three local community groups. Applications are open until 30th September. The successful recipients will be announced at the launch of the new store in late October. Application forms are available from sarah@bernardigroup.com. au. Most of the work is being done after hours to minimize disruption to customers as much as possible. “I sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused during the fit-out, but we promise any disruption will be well worth the final result,” Joseph said.
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PHOENIX Competition
win a family pass to Forbes Services Club Cinema A family pass entitles 2 adults and 2 kids or 1 adult and 3 kids into FSMC Cinema to a movie of their choice. Each pass is valued at $60. We have 8 Family Passes up for grabs and will be drawing one winner each fortnight until the end of October. Complete the below entry form and return it to The Forbes Services Club, The Phoenix Office at 23 Templar St or PO Box 251 Canowindra 2804. Or enter online via our website www.forbesphoenix.com.au for your chance to win. Name: Address: Email:
Joseph Bernardi, CEO of Supermarkets at the Bernardi’s entrance.
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FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices
POSITIONS VACANT
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Labourer Due to a vacancy in our workforce, Forbes Shire Council is seeking a motivated individual to join the Engineering team in the field of civil construction and maintenance. You will be required to undertake a variety of labouring duties including concreting, road and roadside maintenance as well as stormwater drainage and construction. Contact: Danial Speer, Manager Engineering Services on 6850 2874 Applications Close: 5pm, Friday 16 September 2016
Community Engagement Consultant Expressions of interest are invited for the provision of professional services to facilitate community engagement sessions, to inform Council’s Community Strategic Plan 2017-2027. Expressions, addressed to the General Manager, are to be lodged by 4.00pm Thursday 29 September 2016. For further information please contact Council’s Senior Administration Officer, Kylie Grayson, on 02 6850 2305 or refer to Council’s website www.forbes.nsw.gov.au for the expression of interest documentation. Canvassing of any of Council’s staff or Councillors will disqualify tenderers from the tender process. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.
Multi-skilled Water Operator Due to two identified vacancies in our workforce, Forbes Shire Council is seeking motivated individuals to join our new Water Team. The successful applicants will be required to assist in all areas of Councils Water operations which may include operating, maintaining and repairing Councils Water Treatment Facility, Sewer Treatment Plant as well as the Water and Sewer Reticulation infrastructure. Contact: Daniel Bayley, Utilities Coordinator on 6850 2874 Applications Close: 5pm, Friday 23 September 2016 Development Engineer (Contract Position – 6 Months) Forbes Shire Council is seeking a qualified Engineer to participate in a fixed term contract within the Technical Services Department. The core responsibilities of this role will include design work and Engineering Development Assessments. Contact: John Zannes, Director Engineering and Technical Services on 6850 2874 Applications Close: 5pm, Friday 30 September 2016 To apply for above positions: Visit http://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au A direct link will also be provided directing all applicants to Scout, a web based recruitment application.
BULKY WASTE PICKUP Forbes Shire Council’s bulky waste pickup is scheduled for the week of 26 – 30 September for all Forbes residents who receive a kerbside waste collection service. To use the service, residents should put their bulky waste out on the kerb on the weekend prior before collection. Rubbish should be separated into three piles, one each for: • Scrap metal, white goods and E-waste • General bulky waste • Bundled organics Restrictions on bulky waste allowable for residents is that it is limited to a volume of 2 cubic metres and items must be less than 1.8m long in any direction. It must be able to be lifted by two people. Types of waste that aren’t collected include commercial and shop waste, construction and demolition wastes, liquids, chemicals, gas bottles, asbestos, tyres, soil and rocks. For a more comprehensive list and further details please contact Council on 6850 2347 or refer to local paper advertisements.
Disclosure Statement of Political Donations and Gifts: The Local Government and Planning Legislation Amendment (Political Donations) Act 2008 states that a person who makes a planning application (i.e DA) or submission to Council is required to disclose reportable political donations and gifts made by any person with a financial interest in the application to a Councillor(s) or Council employee(s) within the past two years. Privacy Notification: Submissions made by Council are considered public access documents under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009.Personal information such as your opinion, name and address may be made publicly available including via Council’s website.
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All submissions to Council should be sent to: General Manager, Forbes Shire Council, PO Box 333 Forbes NSW 2871 After Hours Emergency Number: 1300 978 633
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Health Smart Memory Van In Forbes On 26th September
PHILLIP WELLS OPTOMETRIST PROFESSIONAL EYECARE FASHION EYEWEAR Bulk Billing • Medicare • Veterans Affairs
OPTOMETRISTS • Phillip A. Wells 67a Rankin St, Forbes 2871
Australians are encouraged to find out more about dementia during Dementia Awareness Month in September to help people living with the condition feeling less isolated and alone. An estimated 353,800 people have dementia in Australia. This number is projected to reach more than half a million by 2030. As part of Dementia Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Australia NSW Memory Van will be visiting Flannery’s Pharmacy at 99-101 Rankin Street in Forbes on Monday, 26th September from 11am – 3pm. The Memory Van is a mobile information service packed with helpful resources about memory concerns, dementia and in-
formation about the simple steps you can take to maintain brain health. Dementia Awareness Month runs throughout September and this year’s theme is You Are Not Alone. World Alzheimer’s Day is on Wednesday, 21st September. There will be a range of other events throughout the state during September as part of Dementia Awareness Month. Visit nsw.fightdementia. org.au for details. Alzheimers Australia NSW is the charity for people with dementia and their families and carers. As the peak body, it provides advocacy, support services, education and information. You can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500.
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Sunday 25th September October Long Weekend Sunday 2nd October 10am - 4pm Adults $10 Children $5
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Iandra Castle Open Day... Soak up some history as Iandra Castle once again opens its big front doors to the public. Explore the many turrets and corridors of the castle and learn about the local history before enjoying a picnic lunch on the grounds in the sunshine. It is a wonderful day out for the whole family to enjoy.
Mondays and Fridays APL Poker 6:30pm Sat 17th Sept SAMI 8pm Sat 24th Sept Double Trouble 8pm Sat 1st Oct B & K Karaoke 8pm Sat 8 Oct Live Entertainment 8pm Sat 15th Oct Nigel Stanley 8pm Sat 22 Oct Kosmik Country Duo 8pm
Double Trouble is a female duet with Julie and Peta and they cover all the hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and today. Nigel Stanley has performed at the Elvis Festival in Parkes and is regarded as a rising Elvis star.
AT the club... Visit the Parkes Services Club Facebook page to stay up to date with all the latest events, happenings, draws and specials on meals and drinks.
Bill and Kirsten of Kosmik Country Duo perform county, country rock and ballads.
MUST BE WON! Sunday 25th September
Our members badge draw must be won on Sunday 25th September as the licence ends.
A membership number will be drawn every 4 mins from 6.30pm until a winner is announced!
If a winner is not found by 8.30pm the closest membership number to the last number drawn will be the winner. If two winners are present they will share the prize.
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Spring weather means it’s time to put down the mug of hot chocolate and pick up a glass of something cool and refreshing. Try this home made Piña Colada INGREDIENTS 2 cups light coconut milk 2 cups coconut water 2 bananas, frozen* 1 ½ cups pineapple, frozen* 1 tablespoon chia seeds Rum *If you don’t have frozen fruit, simply add ice cubes (but it may water it down a bit). INSTRUCTIONS Throw everything in a blender. Serve with a fresh slice of pineapple. Enjoy and celebrate life.
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Ghost Train at the Balloon Challenge… Boarding the to the sitting d pare Forbes Show is nothing com on a balloon challenge…!
Lawnmower Racing at the Forbes Show proved a popular addition to the entertainment program. Local resident, David Teale was a keen participant in the Show Mow races!
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THE ANGLICAN PARISH OF FORBES "BEING COMMITTED TO FOLLOWING CHRIST" Services at St John’s Anglican Church Guest Speakers Dave Donges & Bikers for Christ Friday 16th September 10.00am Holy Communion Rev Geoffrey McAuliffe
Saturday 17th September 7.30am Men’s Breakfast - St John’s Sunday 18th September 7.30am Holy Communion Rev Geoffrey McAuliffe
Sunday 18th September Outdoor Family Service & BBQ lunch at Nelson Park.
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LEGAL Eagle
Attention Land Purchasers!
More Red Tape has been put in place by the Office of State Revenue as from 21st June, 2016 in respect of Residential Land purchases. Identifying transfers to foreign nationals so as governments may impose additional Duties and Taxes on foreigners is the reason for the new rules. Foreign nationals will have to pay 4% extra on the normal stamp duty applying to residential land. Land Tax Surcharge on Foreign nationals also applies at .075% of the value of the land and there is no threshold. It also seems that Land Tax (which is levied annually) may also be payable by existing residential lands held by foreign nationals. Exemptions apply to Australian Citizens, some New Zealand Citizens and Foreign nationals who have resided in Australia for 200 days or more in the last 12 months provided they complete an 8 page form. The ‘Purchaser Declaration’ form needs to be completed on entering a Contract for the purchase of residential land so as to obtain an exemption from these Duties and Taxes. Australian Citizens will need to provide a copy of an Australian Birth Certificate or Passport or Citizenship Certificate. Kiwis will require their passport and a special category visa and long term foreign nationals will need to provide evidence of their residing in Australia for 200 days or more. Corporations will need a lot more paper work to obtain an exemption or partial exemption. All-in-all, the bureaucrats are putting more obstacles in front of purchasers of land and you need to be guided through this maze by your solicitor. For further information contact Matthews Williams Solicitors and Conveyancers.
WHAT’S Hot THE BOOROWA IRISH WOOLFEST
The Boorowa Irish Woolfest, taking place on 1st and 2nd October over the long weekend, is shaping up as one of the best yet. Sunday will be the main day of the event, with the highlight, the running of the sheep and the street parade. The NSW Trial Yard Dog Championships will be held for the first time in Boorowa on Saturday and Sunday. Saturday will also see the popular ‘quick shear’ sheep shearing competition, the rodeo, the Long Lazy Dinner, and a host of other events.
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WEEKLY Free Tai Chi Classes @ the Uniting Church Hall, Browne Street from 10 to 11am every Tuesday – morning tea provided. Contact Cheryl 6851 2099 or 0400 984 114. Sponsored by Forbes Shire Council. 15-19 Sep
17 Sep The Forbes High School won the Best Commercial Exhibit inside at the Forbes Show last Saturday. Sue Cunningham of FHS received the prize from the 2016 Miss Showgirl Amelia Sweeney.
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28 Sep2 Oct 29 Sep Maddi and Kath Haynes admired the decorated cakes at the Forbes Show.
30 Sep2 Oct
1 Oct 1 Oct 1 Oct 2 Oct Show food… these kids enjoy their treats at the Forbes Show.
3 Oct 8 Oct Amy Shine, Gabrielle Miller-McMillan, Megan Hodge and Linsey Neilsen were at the Forbes High School polling station for the Council election last Saturday.
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Bulky Waste Clean Up: Place bulky waste neatly on the kerb, Collections will begin on Monday morning. Council is providing a bulky waste collection for Forbes Shire residents. The volume of your waste shouldn’t exceed more than 1 standard (6’x4’) level box trailer. For a full list of what is and is not acceptable visit www.forbes.nsw.gov.au Contact JR Richards 1300 725 415.
Wine Show Presentation Dinner 7pm @Forbes Town Hall, $125 pp, includes a 5 course meal. Forbes Handicraft Centre Market Day from 9am
Forbes Amateur Swimming Club Inc. AGM @ Forbes Services Memorial Club, 7pm Forbes Show Committee meeting @Vandenberg Hotel at 7.30pm. Forbes Farmers Markets @ Victoria Park from 8am-4pm
Wirrinya Picnic Day @ Wirrinya. Gates open 10am at the shed, and races start at 10.30. Entry is free. All are welcome. Lunch will be available. There will be children’s activities and races. There will be a billy boil, 50/50 draw and novelty events with an Olympic theme. For any enquiries call Wendy on 0428871970 or check us out on Facebook. Canowindra Airing of the Quilts: Quilts and themed shop windows will be on display around town. Airing of the Quilts from 10am – 4pm Saturday 1st October. Forbes Junior Rugby Union Club AGM @ Forbes Rugby Clubhouse, 6pm.
Canowindra Motors and Charlie McCarron Collection Auction: Viewing at both venues from 10am – 5pm. Auction begins Friday 30 Sep after lunch at Gaskill St venue with 300 lots, followed by 1000 lots from 10am Saturday 1 Oct at Gaskill St venue. 400 lots to follow on Sunday 2 Oct at Canowindra Showground. Forbes Open Garden Day from 9.30am-5pm. Featuring 7 Open gardens around Forbes $15 entry to all Gardens on $5 per Garden. For more contact Tup Drabsch 6852 1169 ah, Meg Scholefield 0409 460 265. Moorbel Hall Markets, Canowindra 8am – 12pm at Moorbel Hall.
Canowindra@Home Twilight Food Markets, from 3pm at Memorial Park, Canowindra.
Forbes Motor Show 2016 @ South Circle Oval From 10am; Gates open 8am for registration Cost: $2 adults, $1 per child. Bikes, cars, boats, trucks and tractors. Including Brownie’s DJ, children’s activities, BBQ, Food and drink stalls, trade stalls, car clubs, speedway cars, live jet boat expression demonstration, antique machinery, V8 supercar simulator and a tyre changing competition. Ticket prize draws throughout the day and plenty more. Trophies and prizes in 25 categories. For more information and registration details, contact Jill at McFeeters Motor Museum: 6852 3001 / mcfeeters@ motormuseum. com.au; or Bart: 6851 1611 / 0412 859 444 / bart@midpro. com.au www.forbesmotorshow.com.au
Neighbourhood Watch Meeting @ Forbes Services Memorial Club, 7.30pm Forbes Spring Races @ Forbes Jockey Club includes Fashions on the Field for all ages.
61st Annual Spring and Rose Show @ Forbes Services Memorial Club from 1.30-4.30pm. Adults $8, Children under 16 FREE – Admission includes Afternoon Tea. For more info call Tuppy Drabsch 6852 1169.
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FORBES SPORT Comeback Year For Platypi Ends At Grand Final
WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS... The Forbes Magpies celebrate their 26 - 22 victory in the grand final against the Dubbo CYMS on Sunday.
Grand Victory For Underdog Magpies
The Forbes Magpies put in an incredible performance to come from behind and win the Group XI Rugby League grand final in Dubbo 26 – 22 on Sunday. Taking on Dubbo CYMS, who have been undefeated for two seasons, was a daunting task for the Mapgies, but coaching coordinator Cameron Greenhalgh said this diasadvantage only ramped up the players’ enthusiasm. “We were massive underdogs going in, but we knew that we had the side, we had the belief that we could win,” Greenhalgh said. With 12 minutes to go, CYMS had pulled
out to a 10 point lead, but two tries in the final minutes gave Forbes the impressive victory. Acknowledging that Forbes is sporting a very young team this year, Greenhalgh said it was difficult to single out top performers. “Our captain-coach Jake Grace won the Bob Weir Medal for man of the match, and he certainly led by example. “They were all excellent. They’re a young team, but have great confidence and big game performance,” Greenhalgh said.
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each on different holes, and Doug Churchill scored two 2’s, also on separate holes. Forbes Gold Club is taking part in Australia Golf Month in October when everyone can give golf a go. The 2016-17 Summer Sixes competition will begin competitive play in the week of 10th October. The GolfNSW Open Regional Qualifier, played over 36-holes, is set for 8th and 9th October. Tomorrow we will attempt to run the Daine Doolin Memorial 4-BBB Stableford alongside the Cahill sponsored 4-BBB Stableford competition. Sunday 18th is the Stableford Medley, plus the Parkes Open. Saturday, 24th September is a 4-Ball Ambrose sponsored by Alby Callaghan, and Sunday 25th the Stableford Medley.
Saturday’s scheduled event, the Daine Doolin Memorial, was postponed yet again. However, Golf Pro Daniel organised the Inaugural Par-3 Aqua Golf Medley competition - a 6-hole, Par-54 layout utilising unorthodox tee positions to selected holes. Fifteen golfers rose to the challenge, proclaiming the event a most enjoyable and successful venture. The Scratch winner was Peter Dawson with 56. The Handicap winner was Jill Cripps, with nett 45. The Handicap runner-up was Bob Borger with 46, getting there on count back. The ball sweep went to 47 nett, being picked up by: 46 – B Drabsch and 47 – P Barnes. The NTP’s went to 9th- P Dawson and 18th - M Collits. There were eleven 2’s scored. Ecky Dawson scored three 2’s,
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The Forbes Platypi Rugby Union team will travel to Orange tomorrow to take on the Emus after securing a grand final spot in the Blowes Clothing Cup. Forbes lost to Orange Emus two weeks ago in the major semi final, but vowed to be back for the grand final. They won their place after a muddy war of attrition against the Bathurst Bulldogs last week 18-9. The game was moved to Spooner Oval to avoid the encroaching floodwaters, and Forbes held up better in the muddy conditions to dominate defence and kept Bathurst try-less. The Bulldogs had so far experienced two tough wins in the two weeks prior, and while they managed to kick three penalties, they couldn’t crack the Platypi defence for a try. Saturday’s grand final will cap off a stunning comeback year for Forbes, who last year only won two games all season. The Forbes players are expecting to see a mass of blue and white at Endeavour Oval in Orange on Saturday to support the team. First grade kick off is 3.15pm. By Cindy Nutley
Forbes Touch Association
The Forbes Touch season will run for nine weeks from Monday, 10th October in the same time slots at 6pm, 6.30pm, 7pm and 7.30pm. The semi-finals will be played on 5th December and the grand finals on 8th December for all grades. Go to the Forbes Touch Facebook page to find the registration link to complete registrations online by 12pm on 4th October. All fees are due by the end of the second week of the competition. The fees are: family $35 for the first child and $30 for any other siblings; mixed, men’s and women’s - $500 per team. Primary school aged players can register a team with adult players included. No more than two adults are allowed to play on the field at a time and they cannot score. At the AGM on 5th September, Charles Dwyer was re-elected in the president’s role with Daniel West. The rest of the committee are Mel and Stephen West, Lara Dwyer, Ash Hogan, Jarred and Hannah Nicholson and the Morrison girls.
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Spring Rural Sales Perfect Time To Sell Rural Properties In almost 20 years of selling Rural Properties throughout the Central West, Ainslie Toole of Landmark Harcourts, Forbes has never seen a better time to sell. “How often do we see in our lifetime a season like this with strong commodities and the lowest interest rates in recorded history?” These factors have increased sales of all rural properties. This has led to a shortage of listings and a lift in prices achieved. “We are encouraging vendors to seriously consider auctioning to ensure the best price is achieved.” The strong outlook in cattle and sheep
markets has seen domestic buyers expanding and investors seeking alternative opportunities with agriculture an attractive option. A lower Australian dollar typically lifts commodity prices. Combined with low interest rates and free trade agreements with Japan, South Korea and China will lead to an increased demand for agribusiness enterprises. We are now listing our Spring auctions, so call to ensure you capitalize on these positives. If you want to sell it is important to choose an agent with local experience and affordable national and international marketing options.
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