The Forbes Phoenix Issue 85

SPECIAL EDITION Friday 17 March 2017

FORBES NORTH PUBLIC SCHOOL

Celebrating 60 Years

ISSUE 85

Happy 60th Forbes North!

In 2017 Forbes North Public School marks the 60th year of quality teaching and learning programs being delivered to students.

Forbes North was gazetted in 1957 after a number of local residents petitioned to have a school established to service the growing area to the north of Forbes’ town centre.

This year’s 60th birthday will be marked by a number of events spread throughout the calendar year. The first of these was the Forbes North Public School 60th Birthday Fair, an expanded version of the school’s usual annual fete.

The fair was held in the school grounds on Saturday, 4th March.

A large crowd enjoyed the stalls, rides, food and entertainment on offer. It was wonderful to see so many past students and staff members in attendance.

Forbes North’s dedicated staff and energetic and supportive Parents and Citizens committee made sure that there was plenty to see and do for all. A very comprehensive display of memorabilia including class photos, newspaper clippings, old school plans, teaching and learning resources, text books and readers proved to be the biggest drawcard. Many ‘old boys’ and ‘old girls’ took the opportunity to take a trip down memory lane and relive the glory days of their primary school years.

Former Forbes North school captain, and now Mayor of Forbes, Cr Graeme Miller was on hand to cut the 60th birthday cake with current captain Kobe Quirk in a fitting celebration of the past 60 years.

PAST AND PRESENT… Forbes North Public School Captain Kobe Quirk cuts the 60th birthday cake with former school captain and Forbes Mayor, Graeme Miller.

• A positive school culture where parents feel welcome.

• A focus on student learning and welfare through small classes and excellent programs.

• Learning support and extension programs operating K-6 with additional support in every classroom, every day.

• Kids are happy and engaged.

• Successful Literacy Programs and Numeracy programs across the school • Healthy Learning Programs including Kitchen Garden, Crunch & Sip, Sporting Schools and Breakfast Club

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FORBES NORTH PUBLIC SCHOOL

Celebrating 60 Years

Quality Programs, Quality People

Congratulations

Forbes North Public School on 60 years.

Congratulations Forbes North Public School on your 60th Birthday

Please call 6851 2299

95 Rankin St Forbes NSW 2871

Forbes North Public School is on a journey – a quest for continual improvement, for the school as a whole and for each and every individual that walks through the gates each day. The school’s mission statement: learning for life through quality teaching in a safe and caring environment, is supported by the simple mantra of being better today than we were yesterday.

The dedicated staff at Forbes North work tirelessly to identify the individual learning needs of every child and to provide the most effective learning opportunities to address these needs each day. The level of support provided to the students at Forbes North is virtually unsurpassed, as the school has made significant investment in providing expert personnel to work with the children and to support the development of learning programs that target areas of need identified in individuals, groups and whole cohorts.

The students and the classroom teachers are supported in quality educational delivery by two learning support teachers, an intervention teacher, a reading recovery teacher and a speech pathologist.

Coordinating this team approach is Forbes North’s instructional leader, who not only works with the students, but also identifies

the best available professional learning for staff to access so they are well-equipped to address their students’ individual needs.

Further support for the students and teachers is provided by Forbes North’s equally dedicated team of learning support officers – there are eleven in total – who work in every classroom every day, and the school’s Aboriginal education officer who provides a vital link to support services for our Aboriginal students and their families.

Our learning support team are equally adept at providing extension opportunities for students who are working beyond their expected stage level in any number of key learning areas, or subjects. The primary extension program (PEP) focuses on the development of higher order thinking skills and include students in both stage 2 and stage 3 (years 3/4 and 5/6). Students are also able to access the Lachlan Enrichment and Engagement Program (LEEP) through Forbes High School in conjunction with other neighbouring public schools.

The recent addition of a sensory room at Forbes North also allows our learning support staff to work with students who will benefit from activities that stimulate and improve their fine and gross motor skills.

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FOR AVA… The World’s Greatest Shave was well supported in Forbes this week. At the back (L-R) are Kathy, Polly, Ava and Andrew Garland, Graeme Uphill (who shaved his head, eyebrows and moustache) and Olivia Garland. In front are Scarlett Garland with sister Willa and Tom Maslin.

Scarlett Lets Her Hair Down For Ava

Two days before her 14th birthday Scarlett Garland divided her thick long blonde hair into four ponytails so each of her sisters could cut one off.

Trish Craft of Hair with Style finished the job giving Scarlett a number 3 haircut.

“I’m proud to have raised more than $10,600 to fund research and support other families just like us,” said Scarlett. “Imagine if this money was enough to help them find a cure and end people being diagnosed with leukaemia forever. That would be amazing!”

Scarlett is the eldest daughter of Andrew and Kathy Garland of Wirrinya’s five daughters. Second oldest is Olivia (11), Polly (9),

Willa (7) and Ava (3).

Ava was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in June last year. “She was diagnosed within 12 hours of seeing a doctor in Forbes,” said Kathy and “commenced treatment within 36 hours.”

During Ava’s intense treatment, Scarlett boarded at Red Bend and Olivia, Polly and Willa lived with their aunt in Orange. Ava is now home whilst undergoing oral chemotherapy. “Things that may have annoyed me nine months ago, don’t even phase me anymore, it is just so nice to have the gang back together,” said Kathy.

Scarlett made the decision to participate in the Leukaemia Foundation’s 2017

World’s Greatest Shave for a Cure to support her younger sister through two years of treatment.

“It was a long way out when Scarlett made her decision to shave her hair off, but she never changed her mind. She wasn’t even nervous on the day,” said Kathy.

“It will be fun to grow my hair back at the same time as Ava does,” said Scarlett.

“Thank you so much to everyone that has left nice messages and donations, you have all helped me become the 14th highest fundraiser in Australia,” said Scarlett.

Tom Maslin, school captain at St Lawrence’s also participated in the World’s Greatest Shave as did Graeme (Dorsey) Uphill their bus driver. He had his eyebrows and moustache shaved off. In all, a total of nearly $13,000 has been raised.

“We are truly overwhelmed by the support the community of Forbes has shown us. Some parents at the Oncology Department at Westmead Hospital in Sydney do not even know their neighbours. I just don’t know how they would get through something like this without support,” said Kathy.

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MAYORAL NOTES Last week I went to Bedgerabong Public School with Cr Jenny Webb, and we handed out reusable water bottles to the students. As previously mentioned this initiative is to encourage students to reuse water bottles rather than using disposable bottles that end up in landfill. All primary school students in the Shire will soon have a Council water bottle with Forbes Public receiving theirs ‪next Wednesday.

Phil Donato hosted his first constituent day in Forbes on Tuesday. He had a number of appointments. He is very appreciative of the use of the committee room supplied by Forbes Shire Council. His next constituent day in Forbes will be ‪16th May. To make an appointment, call ‪6362 5199 or email orange@parliament.nsw.gov.au Our March council meeting was held yesterday. One of the agenda items was the Forbes Community Plan 2027. This new plan will be on public exhibition and our community is encouraged to have their input. I will keep you updated on the engagement process.

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Tomorrow is going to be a big day for Forbes. The Forbes Rodeo is on at the Forbes Showground and gates open ‪from 10am. The President’s Lunch is also on with almost 900 guests expected to attend.

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THUMBS UP To the staff at Woolworths for giving out complimentary flowers on Monday. It certainly was the highlight of my day.

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FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD 1PM THURSDAY 20TH APRIL PUBLIC WELCOME RECRUITMENT Development Engineer Due to a vacancy in our workforce, Council is seeking a qualified Civil Engineer to join the Engineering Department in the position of Development Engineer.

Contact: David Tinlin, Manager Technical Services on 6850 2874 Applications Close: 5pm, Friday 17 March 2017 Manager Economic and Business Development Council is seeking applicants for the readvertised position of Manager Economic and Business Development. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the primary purpose of this Manager Economic and Business Development role is to promote sustainable economic development and growth in the Forbes region.

Contact: Danny Green, General Manager on 6850 2304 Applications Close: 5pm, Monday 27 March 2017 Waste and Environment Officer – ENV014 Council is seeking applicants for the position of Waste and Environment Officer. The primary purpose of the Waste and Environment Officer role is to ensure Council operates in a sustainable manner and continues to meet its Waste and Sustainability Objectives in accordance with the Local Government Act. Contact: Paul Bennett, Director Environmental Services and Planning on 6850 2344 Applications Close: 5pm, Monday 27 March 2017 Graduate Health and Building Surveyor – ENV015 Council is seeking applicants for the position of Graduate Health and Building Surveyor. Located within the Environmental Services and Planning Department and reporting directly to the Manager Development and Compliance, the Graduate Health and Building Surveyor is a 12 month graduate position designed to offer recent graduates the opportunity to gain practical experience in a structured, supportive, learning environment.

Contact: Paul Bennett, Director Environmental Services and Planning on 6850 2344 Applications Close: 5pm, Monday 27 March 2017 How to apply for positions with Council: Visit http://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au. A direct link will be provided directing all applicants to Scout, a web based recruitment application.

ROAD CLOSURE 18 March 2017 Herbert Street/Clarke Street/Lower Hill Street Level Crossing Works Residents are advised that the above streets will be closed to all traffic on Saturday 18 March 2017 during daylight hours to enable ARTC to undertake maintenance works on the level crossing at this location. Council apologises for any inconvenience.

YOUTH WEEK AWARDS If you know a young person in the Forbes Shire who deserves to be recognised for their achievements and contribution to the community, you should nominate them for a Youth Week Award.

This year Youth Week will be held from March 31 to April 9 and the theme is Get involved, be heard, make a difference!

The awards ceremony on Tuesday, April 4 at the Forbes Town Hall is just one of the events that will be held throughout Youth Week with more events to be announced.

Forbes Shire Council is encouraging parents, carers, teachers and employers to nominate your children, students or employees for the awards.

Youth from 12 to 25-years-old can be nominated for the following awards: • • • •

Youth Citizenship Award Sports Volunteer Award Education Award Brighter Future Award

Nominations will close at 5pm on Wednesday, March 22.

To download a nomination form visit www.forbes.nsw.gov.au or collect a form from Youth Development Assistant Clarissa Stewart at Council’s Administration Office. Nomination forms can be returned via email to clarissa.stewart@forbes.nsw.gov.au or returned to Council’s Administration Office.

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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Bush Telegraph: Keep the wheels rolling free community information night on Tuesday, 21st March at the Tullamore Bolwing Club and Wednesday, 22nd March at Tottenham Bowling Club with barbeque dinner at 6:30pm followed by two speakers: Fran Rowe, rural financial counsellor – funding following disasters; and Steve Matthews from Riverina Bluebells – taking care of yourself and what to look out for with family and friends. RSVP Helen or Sally on 6892 5003 (Tullamore) and Heather Jones on 6892 403 (Tottenham).

Pictured at the launch are (L-R) Melanie Suitor (Parkes), Renee McMillan (Moree), Orana Acting Superintendent Scott Tanner, Andrea Hamilton-Vaughan (Orange), NSW Emergency Services Minister Troy Grant, Jayne Bleechmore (Dubbo), Cheyenne O’Brien (Warrumbungle) and Iris Dorsett (Bathurst).

Free Cuppa: The seventh phase of the multi-award winning Free Cuppa for the Driver scheme was recently launched in Dubbo and will run until Wednesday, 31st May. Fatigue is one of the biggest killers on NSW roads - contributing to 72 fatal crashes over the last 12 months. The Free Cuppa scheme allows drivers, who have travelled more than 100km from the address on their driver’s licence, to qualify for a free cup of tea or coffee. More than 5,700 free cuppas have been given away from 185 participating businesses in 161 cities, towns and villages since its inception in 2010. The scheme is expanding to include seven more council areas. Drivers can use the Free Cuppa for the Driver app to find participating businesses.

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Spoons + linen: It’s time to open the linen press and cutlery drawer and pull out any of your pre-loved and unwanted spoons (soup and dessert) and linen (napkins, table cloths and sheets), and please drop them at the Platypus Gallery in Forbes at 15 – 21 Templar Street for the Grazing Down The Lachlan event.

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Kids need to ditch sugary drinks to help stem the tide of the growing national obesity epidemic, before it starts to impact on the kidney health of a new generation.

Soft drinks are the most frequently consumed sugar-sweetened beverages in Australia, with cola being consumed by almost four million Australians in any given seven-day period.

The Rethink Sugary Drink alliance, an alliance of Australian health and community organisations, has welcomed a report highlighting the link between obesity and chronic kidney disease.

“This new report is a stark reminder for Australians, particularly young men, to understand how the foods and drinks they are consuming impact upon their weight and overall health,” said Craig Sinclair, Chair of the Public Health Committee at Cancer Council Australia.

Mikaela Stafrace, CEO of Kidney Health Australia said the levels of sugar in regular cans and bottles of popular sweetened beverages well exceeded the maximum recommended daily intake of six teaspoons.

“Many people would be shocked to know that a regular 600ml bottle of soft drink contains about 16 teaspoons of sugar and a regular 375ml can of soft drink contains about 10 teaspoons of sugar,” said Mikaela.

“Obesity has a direct and dire impact in the development of chronic kidney disease and end-stage kidney disease, and an indirect but insidious impact through the development of type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure – both of which are leading

causes of chronic kidney disease.”

Rethink Sugary Drink is urging all Australians, including children, to cut back on sugary drinks, such as soft drinks, sports drinks, energy drinks and iced teas, and pick healthier, sugar-free, options such as water.

“With 27 per cent of Australian children now overweight or obese, there is likely to be an increase in serious long-term health conditions such as chronic kidney disease in future. It’s time to make a switch and ditch the sugary drinks,” said Mikaela.

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LOCAL TALENT… Forbes band House of Tribes launched their second album, We still have hearts last Friday.

The Tribe Is Back In The House What a journey it has been since 2013 when local band House of Tribes first performed at the Calarie River Arts talent quest.

The band originally had three members, siblings Paige and Jake Ellison and Greg Prow. “Greg was asked to play guitar with us so Jake and I wouldn’t fight, but we are older now so everything is different,” said Paige laughing.

Stuart Maclean joined the band in the summer of 2014, and completing the current lineup is bassist Jasio Rimene who joined last year.

Paige remembers naming the band. “We were using a band name generator which came up with weird names, when I looked up and on our shelf was the book ‘House of Tribes’ by Garry Kilworth. It is a pretty cool name and the band is our second fam-

ily made up of people from other families (tribes).”

Their debut album, Paint it Red was recorded in 2015 after ranking third in the People’s Choice Award at the Battle of the Bands in Orange. “The prize was 10 per cent off on our first recording so we thought we may as well. On hearing the recording, we thought it sounded good,” said Greg.

“So we wrote more songs to record the EP,” said Paige.

Their second album, We Still Have Hearts was launched last Friday at the Forbes Services Memorial Club. Jake and Paige wrote all the songs. “I wrote my first song when I was 14, called Nightmares,” said Paige.

“I can’t believe how much I have matured since then.

The new album channels originality and

Friday 17 March 2017 Page 5 explores alternative thinking to take you on a journey. According to Paige one track came about when she could see Winnie the Pooh in the one-hundred-acre forest listening to Jake’s music. “I started wondering if I would ever forget about Pooh bear, my favourite, and then I started thinking what if Christopher Robin ever forgot about Pooh…” The song will tell you the rest of the story.

Jake took up guitar in kindergarten, Paige has always loved dance and music, while Greg always wanted to play in a band but as a father of four thought his opportunities had passed. “This is the first band I have ever played in and I love it. Don’t let age stop you,” said Greg.

Jake is studying audio engineering in Queensland, Jasio lives in Bathurst and Stuart in Orange, but distance will not stop the House of Tribes. There is going to be a third album. “Jake will produce the third album on completion of his studies, so we are going to take our time with this one,” said Greg.

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Paige Ellison loves performing with House of Tribes.

Having A Laugh With Vince For A Good Cause

Stand-up comedian Vince Sorrenti will be entertaining more than 800 guests at the sell out Forbes Rugby Union Club President’s Lunch tomorrow.

In its sixth year, the lunch has become a social tradition to not only raise funds for the club but also for local charities and organisations.

“We also love to get people together to celebrate our club’s achievements, especially this year as we go into our 50th season,” said Tracey Prior, Club President.

The unique purpose and simple concept of the lunch has proved to be hugely successful with long waiting lists every year of people wanting to attend. “It has just grown so much with 820 people attending this year,” said Chris Sweeney, chairman of the President’s Lunch.

The proceeds of this year’s lunch will go

to the Forbes Badminton Club, Forbes Toy Library, Forbes Running and Triathlon Club and Ava Garland & Family.

Additional funds will be raised with the gourmet dinner auction courtesy of Eat Your Greens (for ten people plus a champagne, wine and beer hamper) and in support of Batyr. It is a purposeful organisation that aims to engage, educate and empower young people to have positive conversations about mental health. Chris said by supporting Batyr, the club would like to bring the organisation to Forbes to run its programs for young people in the town.

There will also be $1,000 prize money for a winning table in the Platypus charity draw. The tables are run by a table captain who sells nine tickets to friends. “This concept is very simple and easy to run, and it also makes the event very social and com-

munity orientated,” said Chris. “That is what rugby is all about: community, friendship and mateship.”

If you would like to be a captain at next year’s lunch, contact the committee on rugbylunchforbes@gmail.com.

Stand-up comedian Vince Sorrenti.

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WHAT’S On

Abi Pycroft and her Mum, Sam, travelled from Brisbane for the House of Tribes album launch. They are with Renee Ellison (right), Jake and Paige’s mother.

Tobie Gilmore, Barb Rimene and Shemali Rimene were all smiles at the House of Tribes album launch.

Scarlett Garland’s four sisters each cut off a pony tail watched by hairdresser Trish Craft.

Jeanette Tanner (left) former teacher at Forbes North was thrilled to see her colleagues Winn Sideris (now retired) and Sue-Anne Nixon at the 60th birthday celebrations of the school.

1-31 Mar Red Cross Calling: Door knock appeal for donations to the Red Cross. For more information contact Wilma Hepburn on 6852 2736 or 0415 610 109.

17-25 A Best of Regional Art Exhibition at the Forbes Town Hall. An exhibition of Mar celebrated local and regional artists from Forbes, Parkes, Cowra, Orange, Wellington and Mudgee. Contact Pammie Thomson on 0429 511 385 or follow the Forbes Arts Society’s Facebook page.

18 Mar Market Day Forbes Handicraft Centre, Lachlan street from 9am for jams, preserves, homegrown fruit and vegetables, plants, handmade clothing, woodwork and many more. Contact Kathy Bray 0448 453 776.

18 Mar Learn how to make a jelly roll quilt at Nicky-May’s, 73 – 77 Ranking street from 9:30am – 2pm. $18 per person + materials. Phone 6851 1595 to book your spot.

18 Mar Forbes Soccer Club registration day at the botanical gardens from 10am1pm. Final day for junior and senior players.

Social Media: Basics Workshop at Forbes Services Memorial Club at 2pm 20 Mar and 5.30pm. Cost: $25 for non-Business Chamber members + booking fee, Forbes Business Chamber Members free admission. Contact Kate on 0424 283 792 or email forbes.businesschambernsw@gmail.com 21 Mar Free community information night at the Tullamore Bolwing Club with barbeque dinner at 6:30pm followed by two speakers. RSVP Helen or Sally on 6892 5003.

22 Mar Free community information night at the Tottenham Bolwing Club with barbeque dinner at 6:30pm followed by two speakers. RSVP Heather Jones on 6892 403.

25 Mar Forbes Farmers Markets at Victoria Park from 8am-12pm. For more information contact forbesfarmersmarkets@gmail.com 26 Mar Red Cross Indoor Bowls Day at the Forbes Youth & Community Centre from 1pm for an afternoon of fun and laughter to help raise funds for the Red Cross. Contact Wilma Hepburn on 6852 2736 or 0415 610 109.

26 Mar Forbes Poultry Auction at 11am at the Forbes Showground. For bookings call 0498 761 336.

Social Media: Advanced Workshop Forbes Services Memorial Club at 2pm 27 Mar and 5.30pm. Cost: $25 for non-Business Chamber members + booking fee, Forbes Business Chamber Members free admission. Contact Kate on 0424 283 792 or email forbes.businesschambernsw@gmail.com 3 Apr Email Marketing Workshop at Forbes Services Memorial Club at 2pm an 5.30pm. Cost: $25 for non-Business Chamber members + booking fee, Forbes Business Chamber Members free admission. Contact Kate on 0424 283 792 or email forbes.businesschambernsw@gmail.com Ongoing Free tai chi classes sponsored by the Forbes Shire Council every Tuesday from 10 -11am at the Uniting church hall, Browne Street, Forbes. Morning tea provided. No experience necessary, loose clothing, flat shoes. Contact Cheryl Shirvington on 6851 2099 or Sandra Nicholson on 0437 522 778.

Ongoing The Forbes and District Lions Club meet the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Vandenberg Hotel at 6.30 for 7.00pm. Call Peter Bright on 0419 463 803 or Ray Judge on (02)6852 2143 for more information.

Ongoing 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 as far as Canberra, Temora, Forbes, and Eugowra. All details on: http://recover.itmatters.com.au Save the 8 Apr 2017 Opera for Ava @ Red Bend College Main Hall from 3 – 5pm Date with principal soloist for Opera Australia, Dominica Matthews with Diego Torre from Mexico and Kathleen Moore from Canada. Tickets $85 available at Hazell and Field in Forbes or send email to opera4ava@gmail.com. Go to the Opera4ava Facebook page for more information.

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My husband and I moved here just over seven years ago. We both enjoy country living in this pretty town where people are friendly.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work? I work as a reporter for The Forbes Phoenix.

I feel so lucky to be able to work within our community to cover amazing stories and meet people who really care, and are passionate about what they do. I also run a human resources business, SOS Consulting, which I enjoy because my support ensures business owners are best positioned to make sound, independent decisions to ensure their business success.

What do you do to unwind after work and on weekends? Lots of different things: there has not been a day lately I haven’t had a swim in our pool; I enjoy walking around the lake or in one of the national parks close by; and kayaking.

When I don’t feel as energetic you will find me with a book in hand or playing a word game on my iPad. What are you really good at? Being a wife, mum and friend.

What is your pet hate? Thinking there is one more chocolate left – and it has already been eaten!

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Bowling Champ For 9th Time

Leisa Burton did it for the 9th time! She is the Club Major Singles Champion of the Forbes Ladies Bowlers.

Leisa played Ann Mackay on a lovely autumn Saturday morning in the final. The game started well with great shots from both players. Leisa played her usual game with confidence, when Ann had her bowls on the jack. Leisa managed to change the head and won with 26 shots to 8.

By Colleen Liebich NINE TIMES… Leisa Burton is the Club Major Singles Champion of the Forbes Ladies Bowlers.

Western Region Rogues Amaze Rest Of State

The formidable Western Region Rogues dragon boat team took to the waters of Penrith International Regatta Centre recently and came home with silver and bronze.

With true determination and grit and paddles thrashing in beautiful synchronisation, the team won silver in the women’s and bronze in the open sections. Both feats are amazing, as only four men were included in the Western side, where other teams had up to 12 men in their sides.

For the paddlers it was as if something magic happened on the water in front of a crowd of thousands, as they raced the 500m course six times. The team had six Lachlan Dragons: Carmen Stephens and Claire Davis of Forbes and Warren Edwards, Helen Rowbotham, Rochelle Smith and Beth Thomas of Parkes.

The team, coached by Deb Clarke of Bathurst, was congratulated many times over on their spirit, enthusiasm and absolute determination. “I think we are all legends,” said Deb proudly. “We have certainly lifted the profile of Western Region in the state dragonboat community.’

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Netball News Tomorrow is Bring a Friend day, when all players bring a friend who is new to netball Saturday competition. Opens will start at 9am, NetSetGo will continue each week at 10am, and the 10/11 years and 12/13 years will play at 11am.

Anyone wanting to play in teams at 9am should contact Kerrie Priest. Mothers of boys and girls who have their children playing in the Saturday competition do not pay the competition fee of $40. All players must be registered with FNA, with the registration lasting the whole year. Teams for the younger ages groups, 10 to 13 years will be formed after tomorrow’s games. All players must have their names in by tomorrow.

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FORBES NORTH PUBLIC SCHOOL

Celebrating 60 Years

Educating The Whole Child For the past 60 years Forbes North has been recognised for the quality programs it provides to educate the whole child.

As a foundation school in the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program, Forbes North promotes a healthy lifestyle encompassing the preparation of meals from the paddock to the plate. More than just planting, harvesting and cooking, the kitchen-garden program also provides students with real world experiences in mathematics, biology, physics and chemistry, as well as opening up a wide variety of literacy-based activities to enhance reading and writing skills.

Class teachers are supported by a fully qualified and experienced chef and a garden specialist in providing high quality learning experiences. The focus on healthy living and, in particular, maintaining a healthy diet is further emphasised through our daily crunch and sip fruit break.

A strong focus on the academic, social and cultural well-being of the students is complemented by providing access to 150 minutes of structured physical activity throughout each school week. All students participate in the school’s structured daily fitness program, developing skills and learning the rules of a variety of sports through fun, progressive, modified games.

K-6 vertical sport groups, which run every Friday, further enhance the level of skill development as the older students have the opportunity to mentor and coach their younger school mates. Forbes North also provides access to a range of expert coaches in a variety of sports through their involvement in the sporting schools program.

The opportunity to influence future planning and the direction of teaching and learning at Forbes North is a responsibility not taken lightly by the school’s Student Parliamentarians. The nine Ministers and eight Shadow Ministers play an important role in ensuring that the students’ voices are heard when it comes to establishing programs and activities that will enhance the educational opportunities for all students. With portfolio areas including sport and recreation, entertainment and fundraising, communication and technology, and environment, health and safety, our student leaders have vital roles to play in planning, assessing and evaluating many aspects of school life at Forbes North.

Focusing such importance on all aspects of student development can be quite a challenge for the staff at Forbes North Public School, but it is a challenge eagerly accepted every day.

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FORBES NORTH PUBLIC SCHOOL

Celebrating 60 Years

There were many stalls and activities for all ages on offer at the 60th birthday celebrations.

Wade Barter totally engrossed in making sure he gets a hole in one!

Teacher Nick Doyle waited for his next dunking.

Charlie Bridge chose to cuddle this cute little kitten over insects, mice, a goat or chooks.

Sarah, Katy and little Amy Haywood enjoyed their time at the birthday celebrations.

Van Parry couldn’t get enough of the spinning tea cups.

Adam Cuskelly was the cutest lion anyone had ever seen.

Brooke Howarth explained how ferrets don’t smell if you bath them and make sure to regularly clean their cage.