Forbes Phoenix Issue 8

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Friday 21 August 2015

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IMAGE: Jan Facey is handing the Show Secretary reins over to Julie Hurkett.

Jan Farewells The Forbes Show The Forbes Show is fast approaching and plenty of people are getting excited. Opening for the 11th and 12th of September, the Forbes Show is a must-do event which is reaching a milestone in its 140th year.

There is one person who is looking forward to the 2015 Show with a mixture of elation and sadness. This will be Janell Facey’s seventh and final year as the Forbes Show Secretary and although it is the end of an era, Jan has no regrets.

“When the Secretary position came up it really interested me,” Jan said. “I’ve honestly loved every minute of it!”

“I’m very excited because I will finally get to share my grandson’s birthday. He is now four and I haven’t shared a birthday with him yet

because he was born on Show weekend.”

This year promises to be the best Show yet with a huge range of attractions and fun events on the schedule. Entries for Miss Showgirl are still open and this year there are over $1000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs.

From beef cattle to cage birds, machinery displays to tupperware, rides, show bags, show jumping, lolly ladies, harness racing, jousting tournaments and fireworks, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Tickets can be purchased from the Show Office and families can buy sheets of $1 ride coupons for $25 with a value of $30 which can be used anywhere in Show Alley.

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MAYORAL NOTES I have received some good news from the Minister for Health, Jillian Skinner, to confirm that the Pathology West laboratory and collection room will remain at Forbes Hospital and that there are plans to refurbish the collection room at a later date. In regards to car parking, that is still a wait-and-see operation at this stage as a decision won’t be made until all of the construction work is completed.

A short video clip has been released providing an update on where construction is up to for Forbes and Parkes hospitals. This video can be viewed on YouTube by searching for Western NSW Local Health District and clicking on the Lachlan Health Service Project clip. You will see a number of local faces featured in the video.

Unfortunately the Magpies First Grade side went down in a stellar performance against Westside in the semi-final at Dubbo last Saturday. It was such a close game and a heartbreaking loss for the Magpies who have done so well this season. The Magpies Reserve Grade and Under 18s now head to Dubbo’s Apex Oval tomorrow for their semi-finals. The reserves face Dubbo Westside while the under 18s are up against Dubbo CYMS. Good luck to both teams!

On the subject of rugby league and our under 18s I would like to make mention of some lovely words that were said about our boys.

During one of the season matches against Wellington a few weeks ago, our under 18s formed a guard of honour and cheered on the Westhaven team, who won the Gungie Origin

Cup for the second year in a row against Wellington. One of the staff members from The Westhaven Association said it brought a tear to her eye to see the display from the young men who play for Forbes. From what I was told, they were very inspiring and very thoughtful and conscious of the importance of the event. All of their parents should be very proud of their boys.

On Tuesday, I attended the unveiling of the new-look Central West Local Land Services with our Local Member Andrew Gee officially opening the refurbishment. It is great that the Government made a $500,000 investment to complete a whole new office fit-out.

It looks amazing and we are very happy to have this service in Forbes with its 21 staff members.

You may have read the article in the Sunday Telegraph in relation to the sacking of 152 councils. This is not true and the Minister for Local Government, Paul Toole, will be waiting for the IPART report and that will form the basis of any Government decisions. Sometimes the papers get it right but as shown in this case, sometimes they get it awfully wrong.

Tomorrow is the 61st Bedgerabong Show and there will be plenty to see and do including the dog show, animal nursery, billy boiling competition, cattle and sheep judging, horse events and lots more. Head out to Bedgerabong with the family for the best little show in the west!

Have a great week, stay safe and God bless.

Mayor, Cr. Phyllis Miller OAM

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Forbes Shire Council have reached a milestone with the design of the Third More Project finalised and construction soon to begin.

Mayor Phyllis said improving water supply security was a top priority. The project will provide increased water security, safeguarding it against future drought or any issues with the water supply from the Lachlan River. The project is due to be completed by the end of June 2016.

Did you know 86% of parents play computer games with their kids.

Friends of the Hospital held their annual AGM on Friday 6 August at the Forbes Services Memorial Club. Three life members were reinstated and Sister Pat gave an inspiring account of her work as a missionary in refugee camps around the world including Kuala Lumpar, Thailand and Malaysia where she was a social worker, teacher and untrained medic in primitive and traumatic conditions.

Their next meeting will be held Friday 4 September at the Forbes Services Memorial Club from 2pm.

Don a daffodil! Friday 28 August is Daffodil Day and stalls will be selling daffodils, soccer balls, brooches and pens to raise money for cancer research, developing cancer preven-

tion programs and providing patient support.

You can get involved by making a donation, purchasing merchandise or signing up as a Daffodil Day volunteer. For more information go to www.daffodilday.com.au Life in Pictures Exhibition will close on Sunday 23 August so if you haven’t checked it out yet, visit Forbes Town Hall to see photographs by a range of photographers and skill levels. There are many amazing categories like Travel, Adventure, Food, People and many more.

127 minutes is the time an average Aussie spends preparing a lamb roast. Australians eat an average of 627kg of lamb in their lifetime.

The Big Cake Bake is back this month! Get together with friends, families, colleagues and neighbours to take part in a fun and rewarding way to support Red Cross. Bake your favourite savoury or sweet for a good cause with a baking event like cake sales, baking competitions and afternoon or morning teas.

You can register as an individual or a team by calling 1800 652 635. Are you taking part in The Big Cake Bake this year? Let us know about it!

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for their lovely care of my young daughter. They really did make it a smooth procedure and put her mind at ease before going under anaesthetic.

To the person who threw rubbish all over the Newell Highway on Tuesday.

To the Forbes High School NAIDOC

Debating Team who won the Western NAIDOC Debating Competition title for the second year in a row!

To the couple who were collecting rubbish along the side of the road.

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FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING WILL BE HELD SEPTEMBER 17 COMMENCING AT 1PM DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL:

Application to Modify Development Consent for Intensive Agricultural Use (dairying activities) under Section 96(2) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 Development Application No: 2008-17-2 A development application has been submitted by Moxey Farms Pty Ltd (Applicant) for the Modification of Development Consent for the expansion of Dairying Activities including the increase of the head of cattle from 4000 to 5500, and including the following additional lots for irrigation purposes.

Lot: 110 DP: 752950, Lot: 11 DP: 752950, Lot: 12 DP: 752950, Lot: 19 DP: 752950, Lot: 20 DP: 752950, Lot: 24 DP: 752950, Lot: 39 DP: 752950, Lot: 51 DP: 752950, Lot: 53 DP: 752950, Lot: 56 DP: 752950, Lot: 88 DP: 752950, Lot: 1 DP: 250115, Lot: 2 DP: 250115, Lot: Z DP: 361085, Lot: X DP: 361086, Lot: Y DP: 361086, Lot: 1 DP: 1159633, Lot: 126 DP: 720606, Lot 103 DP 752950, Lot 97 DP752950 & Lot: 120 DP: 752950 Lachlan Valley Way, Gooloogong.

The Development is Integrated Development and will require the approval of the Environmental Protection Agency. Forbes Shire Council is the Consent Authority for the proposed development.

The development is located at Lachlan Valley Way Gooloogong and on the following Lots: Lot: 58 DP: 752950, Lot: 59 DP: 752950, Lot: 60 DP: 752950, Lot: 62 DP: 752950, Lot: 63 DP: 752950, Lot: 76 DP: 752950, Lot: 108 DP: 752950, Lot: 114 DP: 752950, Lot: 1 DP: 600418, Lot: 61 DP: 752950 Lot: 64 DP: 752950, Lot: 98 DP: 752950, Lot: 104 DP: 752950, Lot: 125 DP: 752950, Lot: 130 DP: 39537 Lot: 1 DP: 879898, Lot: 2 DP: 879898, Lot: 97 DP: 752950, Lot: 103 DP: 752950, Lot: 110 DP: 752950 Lot: 11 DP: 752950, Lot: 12 DP: 752950, Lot: 19 DP: 752950, Lot: 20 DP: 752950, Lot: 24 DP: 752950 Lot: 39 DP: 752950, Lot: 51 DP: 752950, Lot: 53 DP: 752950, Lot: 56 DP: 752950, Lot: 88 DP: 752950 Lot: 1 DP: 250115, Lot: 2 DP: 250115, Lot: Z DP: 361085, Lot: X DP: 361086, Lot: Y DP: 361086 Lot: 1 DP: 1159633, Lot: 126 DP: 720606, Lot: 120 DP: 752950 The application will be on public exhibition from 20th August 2015 until the 3rd September 2015. Any person may make a submission, in writing, in relation to this Application which must be received by Council on or before 5.00 pm on 3rd September 2015 If you wish to object to the proposal you must clearly explain your reasons (on planning grounds) in the submission.

2015 FORBES SHOW Council has received application from Forbes PA&H for Friday 11 September to be declared a local event day for the purpose of the 2015 Forbes Show.

• A local event day marks the day as significant however unless it is referenced within their award or in workplace agreement, employees are not automatically entitled to time off. This can be negotiated between employers and employees.

The request for 2015 will be considered at Councils 20 August meeting.

Feedback is invited and can be submitted in person at Council’s administration office, in writing via forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au or 2 Court St, Forbes or via phoning 6850 2300.

SPECTACULAR SCREENINGS PRESENTS HOME (PG) - Friday 21 August at Forbes Youth & Community Centre Cost $3 Doors open at 6pm, movie commences at 6:30pm Refreshments available on the night Drug and alcohol Free event

Disclosure Statement of Political Donations and Gifts: The Local Government and Planning Legislation Amendment (Political Donations) Act 2008 states that a person who makes a planning application (i.e DA) or submission to Council is required to disclose reportable political donations and gifts made by any person with a financial interest in the application to a Councillor(s) or Council employee(s) within the past two years. Privacy Notification: Submissions made by Council are considered public access documents under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009.Personal information such as your opinion, name and address may be made publicly available including via Council’s website.

Forbes Shire Council 2 Court Street, Forbes P: (02) 6850 2300 F: (02) 6850 2399 Email: forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au • Website: www.forbes.nsw.gov.au

All submissions to Council should be sent to: General Manager, Forbes Shire Council, PO Box 333 Forbes NSW 2871 After Hours Emergency Number: 1300 978 633

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QUESTION of the week Be savy with your savings!

Research has shown Gen Y has less than $100 per week to spend on food and incidentals, How much do you live on per week?

IMAGE: Radiographers Lesley Raymond and Melissa Seton with Receptionist Sharon Hoswell outside the BreastScreen Van.

BreastScreen Back In Town The new mobile breast screening unit is continuing its tour of Forbes until Monday 28 September following 5 weeks in Parkes.

The bus is part of BreastScreen NSW Greater Western’s initiative aiming to increase awareness and promote early detection of breast cancer.

“It is vital for all women aged between 50 and 74 to have a mammogram every two years at a BreastScreen NSW clinic,” said Lachlan Health Service Manager Liz Mitchell.

“It is a free service that only takes 20 minutes and it could save your life.”

Liz said it is wonderful that women from Forbes can get a free mammogram locally without having to travel during this time, encouraging local women to make the most of the opportunity while the van is in Forbes.

The BreastScreen van is one of 11 upgraded units in the state with the purpose of helping to support early detection for the one in eight women in NSW affected by breast cancer in their lifetime.

“Early detection is the key to improving the

survival rate of breast cancer, and mammograms can detect cancers before they can be seen or felt,” Liz said.

Enhancements in the new vehicles include things like upgraded digital mammography equipment, a secure wireless communication system, improved air-conditioning and wheelchair access.

Lorraine Parker, a Councillor for Lachlan Health said the upgraded van is a great improvement because it uses the same technology and provides the same service as the BreastScreen service in Orange without the need to travel.

“It is really important that women visit the van while it is in Forbes,” Lorraine said.

The BreastScreen Mobile Unit will be stationed in Victoria Park behind the Cenotaph on Harold Street until Friday 28 September, when it will then travel to Tottenham, Tullamore, Trundle, Peak Hill, Narromine and Molong.

Bookings can be made by phoning 13 20 50 or just stop by the van.

Stacey Clarke, 20 less than $100 per week.

Emma Gaffney, 26 $300 per week

Nathan Murphy, 21 $150-$200 per week

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Windowrie and Neila hae teamed up once again to host the 17th annual Windowrie Event which will be held Saturday 31 October.

This is a very limited opportunity to enjoy the food of Neila, a restaurant that according to Good Food Guide, “would drop jaws in Sydney or even New York.”

Windowrie’s Long Lunch is an alfresco affair with tables set under the 40 year old Prunus trees that line the entrance to the family garden and homestead at Windowrie Vineyard.

Guests will be entertained by Sydney singer songwriters Dela & Grets as well as local musician Oli Statham.

Windowrie winemaker Anthony D’Onise and vigneron Jason O’Dea will present the wines and discuss their matching to Neila’s dishes, which will reflect the melding of Chinese and Greek influences.

Bookings are essential so secure your place at this amazing event online at www.windowrie.com.au. Tickets are $120 per person and are all inclusive.

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An Affordable Start-up Block for the Next Generation

Separation Requires Immediate Sale

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‘Blue Meadows’, Parkes

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897.7ha* (2,218* acres) 22km* from Parkes, close to all amenities and conveniences Carrying 500 cows or 2,000 ewes 13 dams 70%* of the property has been cropped producing wheat, barley, oats for fodder and grain as well as supporting pastures improvement programs Historically cut seven bales of hay per acre and 18 bags of grain per acre Machinery shed, Well fenced - Good Cattle Yards Delightful cottage, Excellent opportunity for further development Destocking program commenced with decision to sell

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*92.7ha (*230ac), wonderful scenic landscape New 5 bedroom Sandstone home (incomplete) Planted tree lines of Gum and Wattle 2 dams and Garema water scheme connected Excellent fencing consists of hinge joint, barb and steel Property divided into 3 paddocks *70-80% arable, productive cropping country Comprehensive information memorandum available on request Motivated vendors will consider all offers prior to auction.

Auction: 11am, Friday 18th September 2015 at the

Forbes Services Memorial Club

Auction: 11am, Friday 18th September 2015 at the

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‘Nirvana’, Forbes

Open Farm Tours 10am, Friday 21st, 28th August and 11th September 2015

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After Nearly 40 Years, Owners Need To Invest Elsewhere

Executors Agree, We need it sold!

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‘Montana’, Forbes

*452.2ha (*1,117.4 ac) Modest 3 bedroom home Steel machinery shed 3 Stand woolshed Steel sheep and cattle yards Silo, stables and storage shed Stock and domestic bore piped to 100,000 storage tank Stock trough in every paddock and dams 150ML irrigation bore licence included Motivated vendors will consider all offers prior to auction.

Open Farm Tours 10am, Thursday 27th August, 10th and 17th September 2015 or by appointment

Ian Simpson: 0417 468 565 | ian.simpson@raywhite.com Office: (02) 6851 1911 | www.raywhiteruralforbes.com.au

‘Woolwash’, Lake Cargelligo

215ha* (531ac*) 6km* from Lake Cargelligo 2 bedroom weather board home Hay, workshop and storage sheds 2.5km* water frontage to Lake Cargelligo Hinge joint, barb and steel fencing into 6 paddocks *80-90% arable, previously irrigated, incl. irrigation pump “Woolwash” has numerous subdivided blocks Comprehensive information memorandum available on request Vendors will consider all offers prior to auction.

Auction: 11am, Friday 18th September 2015 at the

Forbes Services Memorial Club

Auction: 11am, Friday 18th September 2015 at the

Forbes Services Memorial Club View:

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It is natural to experience high points and low points throughout life but when there is a build-up of anxiety, stress, depression and otherwise, it is important to seek support.

Dr Jamie Cox has worked as a consulting Psychologist in a private Parkes practise for more than 10 years.

His academic career in psychological research and university teaching lends confidence and comfort towards his skills and experience.

He also has expertise regarding accurate diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of personal issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety disorders, mood and motivation difficulties, stress management, loss and grief, phobias, behavioural health management and ADHD. Dr Cox can also offer assistance to school students suffering performance anxiety prior to exam periods like the HSC. To make an appointment or find out more information about the services Dr Cox provides, phone 6863 5013.

New Face at Western NSW Primary Health Network Dr Tim Smyth, MBBS, LLB, MBA has been appointed to the position of Independent Chair of the Company Western NSW Primary Health Network (WPHN).

With a deep understanding of government, public administration and compliance, and degrees in medicine, law and business administration, Dr Smyth is a widely experienced Board Director with extensive strategic and operational experience across all levels

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There is never a better time than right now to have the conversation that could possible save somebody’s life.

“Family discussion around donation decisions is vital,” says Donation Specialist Sonia Braithwaite. “The majority of families say that having discussed and knowing the donation decision of their loved one made it much easier to support donation proceeding if that is their wish.”

Only around 1% of people die in hospital in the specific circumstances where organ donation is possible. However, many more people can become eye and tissue donors as tissues can be donated up to 24 hours after death regardless of where the death occurred.

“While the possibility of organ donation is quite small, one organ and tissue donor can transform the lives of 10 or more people,” Ms Braithwaite said.

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Forbes Cricket Funding Cricketers in Forbes and across NSW will benefit this year from the renewal of a partnership between Cricket NSW and fast food giant McDonald’s.

This partnership will see McDonald’s as the Major Community Partner of Cricket NSW during the 2015/2016 cricket season to support individuals reaching for their sporting dreams.

“After an incredibly successful inaugural year, we are pleased to once again partner with Cricket NSW,” said Malcolm Harrison, licensee of McDonald’s in Forbes, Parkes and Cowra.

“We value the development of important life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship and we encourage locals from Forbes to sign up and get involved with their local cricket club.”

“We hope our support of Cricket NSW will help to increase the number of Aussies batting, bowling and fielding for our national support.”

Like last year, McDonald’s will be involved

with Cricket NSW on a number of levels including major sponsorship of Country Cricket and supporting recipients of the Cricket NSW Facility Grants program.

Last season the program funded over $5.8 million worth of facility upgrades for grassroots cricket across the state.

Some McDonald’s restaurants will engage with their respective local cricket clubs to host sign-up days and other events to encourage active participation in the sport.

As part of the sponsorship, they will recognise a McDonald’s junior cricketer of the week from both metropolitan and regional NSW during the cricket season.

“We are delighted to have McDonald’s on board for another season,” said Cricket NSW General Manager of Commercial Operations and Communications, Brett Richardson.

“Both Cricket NSW and McDonald’s are passionate about getting kids active and we will promote our recruitment messages to get kids playing cricket this summer.”

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Girls Day Out We are fast approaching Destination Forbes 2015 with the Girl’s Day Out Luncheon to be held on Friday 4 September.

This year the guest speaker will be Julie Snook, a former graduate from Red Bend Catholic College. Julie began her career in Forbes as a print journalist before moving to the ACT to join the founding team at the Canberra Weekly Magazine. She then went into television and radio until she accepted a role with Channel Nine in the Sydney newsroom.

The luncheon will be held at Forbes Inn Restaurant and a community nurse will also talk about ovarian cancer.

Tickets can be purchased from Undercover Sleepwear & Lingerie for $50 per person, which includes a 2-course meal. Contact Marg Duggan on 6851 4405 for more details.

By Rosi Broom

HealthSmart Australian women aged 48-55 worry more about the short-term impact of menopause rather than the fact that hormonal changes can “silently” reduce their skeleton by up to 10% within five years.

Consumer research has suggested that the leading menopause health concerns are hot flushes, followed by weight control, mood swings and night sweats.

Awareness for the severity of potential bone loss is low with 64% of mid-life women surveyed having no idea that up to 10% of their skeleton could be lost following menopause.

According to Jean Hailes, a lack of awareness means that 91.2% of women between 51-70 years fail to meet their daily calcium requirements which rise sharply once they reach menopause and, unless they consume more calcium, their bone density can fall.

International medical research indicates that about half of all women over the age of 50 years will experience at least one fracture due to osteoporosis.

Dr Sonia Davison from Jean Hailes for Women’s Health said that menopause can significantly increase a woman’s risk of de-

veloping osteoporosis, as the drop in oestrogen levels that occurs during this time results in increased bone loss, making women more vulnerable to fractures.

“We need all Australians to take preventative measures against osteoporosis or osteopenia which affects two in three Australians over the age of 50,” Dr Davison urged.

“You are never too young or too old to act when it comes to protecting your bones. Taking steps to protect their bones needs to be a priority for mid-life women.”

By Rosi Broom

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dine alfresco Indulge yourself with a three course meal matched with wines in the stunning setting of the Windowrie Garden’s and Homestead at the Windowrie Long Lunch with Neila on Saturday 31st October. Tickets are now on sale at www.windowrie.com.au

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Life in Pictures Exhibition: Forbes Town Hall. Categories are FAUNA (young and/or old), PEOPLE (young and/or old), FLOWERS and GARDENS, TRAVEL (anywhere), FOOD (cooked, raw etc) and ACTION and ADVENTURE. The opening night of the exhibition will be on Friday, August 14. Visit www.forbesartssociety.com BreastScreen Mobile Unit: The BreastScreen Mobile Unit will be stationed in Victoria Park, behind the Cenotaph on Harold Street from August 17 to September 28. Bookings can be made by phoning 13 20 50 or calling into the van.

Spectacular Screenings presents HOME: Forbes Youth and Community Centre. Doors open 6pm for 6.30pm start, $3.

Forbes Farmers Markets: Ben Hall Shears, at the Forbes Showground, 8am-12pm. The Forbes Farmers Markets aim to promote healthy eating, local produce and a great social, community environment. For more information please contact either Rachel Wythes 0407 020 988 or Melissa Ross 0451 514 881 or send an email to forbesfarmersmarket@gmail.com Bedgerabong Show: There will be something for everyone at this year’s show with rides, attractions and plenty to see and do. There will be the dog show, animal nursery, horse events and cattle and sheep judging.

Schedules are available at the Forbes Advocate office.

Kosmik Country Duo: Forbes Services Memorial Club at 8pm. Bill and Kirsten will be performing country, country rock and ballads until late.

Men’s Soccer – Forbes Gunns v Royal Roos: Botanical Gardens at 2pm. Supporters are always welcome to go along and cheer on Forbes.

Ladies Probus Club Birthday Celebrations: Forbes Services Memorial Club, $6.60 for morning tea.

NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show Public Tasting: Forbes Youth and Community Centre from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.

Cost: $25. Sample the range of wines entered into the NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show. Tickets on sale at the door. For more information about the NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show visit www.nswwineshow.com.au.

The Kranksy Sisters: Forbes Services Memorial Club, doors open at 8pm. Cost: $39 non-members and $36 members.

They have taken the entertainment industry by storm with their eccentric and eclectic mix of Musical Comedy. These multiaward-winning, oddball sisters are a treat – taking hits from across all the decades and giving them their own unique twist complete with a musical saw, tuba, old reed keyboard and kitchen pots.

Each Side of Midnight: Forbes Services Memorial Club at 8pm. They’re back! Join us as the young ladies from Each Side of Midnight absolutely nail all the classics plus today’s hot hits. A musical treat for all ages to enjoy.

Heritage Advisory Service and Local Heritage Fund: Council provides a free heritage advisory service for owners of items of historical significance. Council also provides monetary assistance on a $ for $ basis for the conservation and maintenance of historical items. Council’s Heritage Advisor will be available for appointments on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Appointments can be made by phoning Briana on 6850 2344.

Girls Day Out Lunch: Forbes Inn Restaurant at 12pm, $50 for a 2-course meal. Tickets can be purchased from Undercover Sleepwear with special guest speaker Julie Snook Forbes CWA Branch Meeting: CWA Hall, Lachlan St at 1.30pm. Members are asked to bring along something for afternoon tea that contains beetroot as this is the primary product for the current year.

Multicultural Dinner: Forbes Youth and Community Centre at 6.30pm.

Forbes Show Ball: Forbes Town Hall at 7pm. A night out to enjoy a light supper, a dance, drink and laugh. The night is also a chance to meet this year’s Show Girl entrants. Tickets on sale at Glass Menagerie.

Kosmik Karaoke: Forbes Services Memorial Club at 8pm.

Forbes Neighbourhood Watch Monthly Meeting: Forbes Services Memorial Club at 7.30pm.

Forbes Show: Forbes Showground. Attractions at this year’s Forbes Show include the bull ride on Friday afternoon from 5.30pm, the official opening on Friday at 6.30pm, fireworks from about 8.30pm on Friday, harness racing on Saturday afternoon, pet show on Saturday afternoon, dog high jump on Saturday afternoon, shearing all day Saturday and tractor pull on Saturday plus much much more. Schedules available at the Forbes Advocate. To find out more about the Forbes Show contact 6852 1311 or email forbesshow@westserv.net.au.

Old Time New Vogue Dance: Forbes Town Hall at 7pm. Cost: $10. Music by Phil Redenbach. Ladies please bring a plate for supper.

One Non Blond: Forbes Services Memorial Club at 8pm. Tim and Annie of One Non Blond are a covers duo whose extensive list of songs are sure to get you up and dancing the night away.

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Luke Whitty How long have you lived in Forbes? I’ve lived in Forbes for 20 years and originated from Gooloogong.

What do you love most about living in Forbes? It’s a great country town with a very hospitable and welcoming community.

Who do you think will win the football grand final? The Broncos.

What are your hobbies? Enduro motorbike riding and camping.

Shorthorn Bull Sale underway.

What is the biggest change you would like to see in the world? A cure for cancer.

Describe your dream holiday? A camping trip around Australia.

What are your plans for the future? To work hard, raise my three boys the best I can and spoil my wife.

What do you love about your job? Working with a great team of people, working with livestock and servicing the rural community.

Sandra Priest, Sharon Moon, Rebecca Brunt, Lyn Besgrove and Laurine Kennedy at the Relay for Life Expo Night.

Isabel Cassiles, Wendy West, Emma Gaffney and Bec Carney at the Relay for Life Expo Night.

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Golf: A Range of Formats The Final of the Wallace Cup, a handicap match play comp, was contested between Daniel Bayley and Peter ‘Ecky’ Dawson. Daniel triumphed 3/2 after a very close contest.

Congratulations to Daniel who has been a formidable opponent throughout, and a staunch supporter of the event.

Saturday’s play was the ‘Righties vs Lefties’ contest, played under Stableford conditions with aggregate scores for each side of the contest deciding the winners. The field of 46 players was split as nature would have it, with 37 right-handers playing against 9 lefthanders. They were pleased to be contesting this after the ‘World Left-Handers Day’ was commemorated on the preceding Friday.

The Lefties aggregate score was 303, somewhat behind the Righties aggregate score of 339. So once again the Righties prove that it is better to play on the left side of the ball, but ah no, it is better to play on the correct side of the ball.

Among this comp there was a hidden Foursomes prize. Two cards were drawn at random from each of the Righties and Lefties groups. The aggregate score for each pair decided the winning foursome. In a real turnaround, the phantom Leftie pairing of Barry Shine and Bruce Carpenter (69) defeated the phantom Rightie pairing of Mick Spice and Brian Monaghan (66).

Also on Saturday was the Stableford comp, contested in two grades. The A-grade winner was Paul Kay (41 points) ahead of runner-up Brian Everest (40). The B-grade winner was Frank Donohue (with 37) from Frank Hanns (36).

The ball sweep went to 36, and included those above plus: 39 - Will Gordon, 38 - Ben Webb, 37 – Barry Shine, Ian Bown, 36 – Niel Duncan, Barry Parker, Doug Churchill.

The NTP’s went to: 9th: Andrew Grieson, 18th: Adam Borger. Andrew got his ‘2’ but Adam missed out. There were four 2’s scored, all by right-handers, with the 3rd being most prolific. The classiest ‘2’ went to Ben Webb on the first – a pure strike and a pure putt.

Sunday’s 18 hole Stableford Medley was contested by 20 players, including one visitor – John Zannes from Narrabri. Not only did the

sun eventually shine, but so did the golfing.

The Winner was Ron Morris with 42 points, ahead of Phil Duke with 41 points. These last few weeks have shown that scores of over 40 points are needed to be among the prize winners. Ron kept his group entertained on the 11th green for a long time, and kept them all entertained throughout the game, especially after his birdie on the 14th.

The NTP’s went to – 9th: B Carpenter, 18th: F Smith. Neither turned their good shots into a ‘2’, but Bruce got one on the 3rd and Fran got one on the 9th! There were four 2’s scored overall. The ball sweep went to 38 points, going to: 40 - Rob Webb, Rod Besgrove, Ron Spice, 38 – Ben Webb. Barb Drabsch did play this week, but somehow missed out.

On Thursday 13 August, the Vets played a 12-hole event at Forbes. The cool breeze cut through a few swings but 29 players were pleased to be there.

The winner was Peter Unwin (F) with 26, on count back from John Davies (P) on 26.

The Bradman Award went to John Whatmore (F) who had one of those days we just do not want to talk about. At least the company was good.

The NTP’s were: 9th – A Grade: Nil (they all missed!), B Grade: M Cartwright (F); 18th – A Grade: D Rodgers (P), B Grade: P Cripps (F).

The ball sweep went to 22.

The Mick Miller Shield was an embarrassment for Forbes, who lost on home soil with 134 to Parkes score of 142. Back to the drawing board guys!

The next game is an 18-hole event at Forbes, on 20 August. It is the usual gathering at 9:30 am for a 10:00 am start. So, if you are reading this, you are late already.

Special Notice The Lachlan Valley District Final for the NSW Men’s Fourball Championship will be played at Bogan Gate GC on Sunday 23 August.

Representatives from Forbes are: F Hanns/ B Parker teeing off at 11 am from the 1st tee; P Maher/ M Cahill at 11:08 am from the 1st, and F Donohue/P Pymont at 11 am from the 6th. Good luck guys, and remember that

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Here are some items: The second event in the ‘Juniors on the Move’ programme, run by our very own Daniel Newton, was held at Parkes recently. A very enthusiastic group of 14 players attended, receiving individual coaching and participating in competitive events. It was another successful event, with new players mixing with the established ‘junior coaching junkies’.

The next event is set for 6 September at Forbes, with another coaching workshop being targeted for the September School Holidays. Contact Daniel at the Pro Shop for more info.

The organisation for the Forbes Nissan Classic, set for 14/15 November, is gathering momentum, with some new ideas being promoted.

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