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KEEP LOOKING… Emma and James Gamble with Forbes Fire Station Captain, Brian Clarke at the open day on Saturday. Brian received the Australian Fire Service medal, a Queen’s medal, on Australia Day after 39 years of service.

Open Day Highlights Burning Issue

At the Forbes Fire Station’s annual open day last Saturday, local fire officers aimed to raise awareness and educate residents about the dangers of fires in the home, and how to prevent them.

“We always hold the open day in May. It’s an opportune time coming into the winter months to remind people about the danger of fire,” said Station Captain Brian Clarke.

While kids enjoyed their plastic fire fighter hats and exploring the big red engines, Brian and some of his crew members handed out wooden spoons etched with the phrase, “Keep looking when cooking”.

They want to remind people not to walk away from the stove while preparing meals.

“In the last six months, we’ve had four

calls to fires started because food was left cooking on the stove unattended.

“A woman forgot she had tea on and decided to go to her daughter’s house at the other end of town. Luckily the neighbour heard the smoke alarm and called the fire brigade. Fortunately only the food, the saucepan and the top of the stove burnt, and it created a lot of smoke right through the unit.”

Brian has a strong message for the community: “Don’t leave anything cooking on the stove unattended. Don’t put clothes next to heaters. And everyone should have at least two smoke alarms in working order in their house, if not more.”

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MAYORAL NOTES At last Thursday’s May Council meeting, the Our Community Strategic Plan 20172027 of the Forbes Shire was adopted. The supporting plans including the 2017/18 Operational Budget was planned to be on public exhibition, however some of our Councillors wanted some more information before it went on display.

A briefing session was held on Monday to answer any remaining questions and a special meeting will be held this afternoon at 5pm to endorse the documents for public exhibition. Once endorsed, the plans will be available to view on our website www. forbes.nsw.gov.au or at Council’s Administration and Engineering Offices and the Forbes Library.

Last weekend Councillors and executive staff attended a strategic planning workshop. This session was excellent and it gave us a chance to all work together on future plans for the Shire.

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On Wednesday the Library Council of NSW visited the Forbes Library. The results

THUMBS UP...

THUMBS DOWN

THUMBS UP

To the Bedgerabong community

for three years of hard work

leading to Sunday’s dedication of a beautiful new WWI memorial. How perfect was the Light Horse Troup and the young cadets training at Grenfell?

THUMBS UP

To Brenda and Stacey at the

Forbes TAFE. You make the

learning experience that much easier for everyone, no matter their age.

THUMBS UP

To the Forbes Croquet Club. It’s

great to drive past on a Tuesday

and Saturday morning and see so many people participating. You obviously are a very welcoming group. Keep up the good work. of the focus group that was held earlier this month were discussed and the Library Council members had a tour of the library.

It was great to welcome the members to Forbes.

Have a great weekend, Mayor Graeme Miller

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Central West Glazing

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When there is an incident, however, the Fire Brigade is quick to attend. “The Fire Brigade’s Act requires that response times are no longer than 10 minutes. The average time from call to response for the Forbes crew is seven minutes,” Brian said.

The Station has a manned crew of 15 fire fighters. They all have other full-time jobs but are retained by Fire and Rescue NSW to cover the local community.

Under the Brigades’ Act, four of those fire fighters must be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to respond to local incidents. But sometimes, no matter how quickly they get there, there isn’t much they can do.

“We had a house fire where the house was completely destroyed a few months ago. Someone left a newly renovated home with a candle burning on the bedside table. The window was open and the wind blew the curtain into the candle. They lost everything.”

Brian has been involved with the local Fire Brigade for 39 years.

Last month, he attended government house to receive the Australian Fire Service medal, a Queen’s medal, which was awarded to him on Australia Day. He described the award as “a great privilege”.

Next year, the Fire Station will celebrate its 90th birthday. Built in 1928, it has recently been refurbished to give the fire fighters more room and better facilities.

Up until October last year, the original fireman’s quarters upstairs were leased for private occupation. The top floor has been transformed and now offers a more comfortable working environment.

The open day will be held again next May as one of many statewide events run under Fire and Rescue NSW.

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QUESTION of the week Hair-razing effort! The extraordinary people who shaved or coloured their hair and their generous sponsors have raised almost $5 million in NSW in support of this year’s World’s Greatest Shave.

The money raised for the Leukaemia Foundation will help to fund projects to provide safe and comfortable accommodation in the city for families living in regional NSW, and to offer free transport, counselling, information and practical support to the 60,000 Australians living with a blood cancer.

Local farmer Chris Sweeney.

Local Land Service (LLS) Election: Local farmer Chris Sweeney is standing in the LLS Election held this month. He is one of eight candidates seeking election for the Central West Local Land Services. The other candidates are Jenny Bradley, Don Schieb, Sharon Portelli, Alan Smith, Penny Heuston, Peta Tumpey and Will Martel.

The election is held every three years and is an opportunity for ratepayers to elect a member of the board to represent them and their views on how the Local Land Services will be structured over the next few years. Enrolled rural ratepayers can vote online or via postal vote until 5pm on 31st May. Water Bills: Forbes Shire Council is reminding ratepayers that the latest water bills are for the period from the end of November to mid-March. This works out at an average of 108 days usage at $1.14 per kilolitre of water used. General Manager Danny Green said it was important to consider how many days were included rather than just comparing to the previous charge as the former period was for only 88 days.

An increase of 11 cents per kilolitre of water used for 2016-2017 was also included.

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Nomination: The #MonteFamous show on 2LVR Valley FM has been nominated in the 2017 Community Broadcasting Association of Australia Radio awards. James ‘Monte’ Irvine hosts #MonteFamous on Monday nights with a guest co-presenter, interviewing three independent or unsigned Australian musicians each week.

Monte has interviewed 201 artists since the program’s inception, and has given a number of the artists their debut on the air waves.

“Monte and his show are a great contribution to new and unsigned Australian artists who wouldn’t necessarily get interviewed or airplay on other radio stations,” said John Berger, President of 2LVR Valley FM.

Monte is passionate about giving independent artists a voice on his program on Monday nights.

What is your favourite food to have in your lunchbox?

Naomi Klingner – Forbes North Public School: Crepes, because they’re yummy.

Kaileiha Skinner - Forbes North Public School: Sultanas. I like the outside of them. They are chewy.

Charlie Bridge - Forbes North Public School: Fruit. I like grapes because they’re healthy.

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School Scoop Andrew Brings Joy To St Laurence’s

The Student Representative Council of Forbes Public School

Forbes Public SRC Learn New Skills In Dubbo The Forbes and District Lions Club once again supported Forbes Public School’s Student Representative Council (SRC) with a generous donation.

For the fourth consecutive year the Lions Club funded 19 students to attend a GRIP Leadership Conference in Dubbo.

Grip Leadership provide enthusiastic and skilled presenters to deliver practical and interactive training conferences for student leaders. The sessions provide a better understanding of effective leadership, the ex-

Last week St Laurence’s welcomed Andrew Chinn to our school community. Andrew is an Australian religious songwriter and singer and his songs have brought great joy to many with his music used in schools across Australia, New Zealand, USA and Canada.

Andrew connected with and inspired all students from Kinder to Year 6; we laughed, sang and danced our way through the day, sharing a wonderful message of God’s love and our shared journey together as God’s family.

pectations of responsibility, generating ideas and turning ideas into action.

Principal Dafydd Thomas said: “The leadership workshops in Dubbo with 300 other students from across the region was extremely beneficial for the students. The day equipped them with a number of critical skills and approaches to an array of challenges student leaders can face. It was inspiring to see students rise to new attitudes and embrace new learning. Opportunities like this leave a lasting impact on students.”

Working With The Wider Community When designing the Forbes Preschool we also wanted it to be a place for our community, our friends from other towns, and a place to belong. We have been been one year in our new premises and we have so many partners we welcome into our service.

The Girinya room (Girinya means play in Wiradjuri) welcomes all sorts of visitors each week: the early childhood nurses mother’s group, the Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) meet here, the Wiradjuri Language classes use the room, and an occupational therapist and a speech therapist assist with a school readiness program from the room.

Other ways we have connected with the wider community have included being part of Food Revolution Week, and the Year 6 students from St Laurence’s came to visit last Friday to teach the children about the zones of regulation.

New additions to the building include our chickens, who laid their first egg this week, a cover over our swing set and new resources added to the rooms.

By Amy Shine

Andrew Chinn with school captains, Tom Maslin and Madeleine Cannon.

A Win For Forbes North Netball Indy Maynard and Jude King try new foods during Food Revolution week.

The Forbes North PSSA Netball team.

The Forbes North PSSA team versed Forbes Public School recently. We were rather nervous as most of our team are short and we felt a little overwhelmed. It was a close game, especially in the first and second quarters. At the end of the second quarter we were behind and realised it was time to try really hard and play together. At the end of the game we were ahead by 14 points. We were extremely happy to win the game and move to the next round in Dubbo. I am so proud of my team. I would like to thank Miss Ari Kenny, Miss McManus and Robyn Kenny for helping us prepare and taking us to our games.

By Ruby Markwort

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Record Funding For 53 Forbes Applicants Debutantes Dance Twenty-two community organisations in the grants mean for them.

For CanAssist Forbes Shire have received record funding Forbes North Public School received from the last round of the Department of Social Security Volunteer Equipment Grants Program.

A combined total of $102,400 has been awarded under the Federal Government program, which is aimed at supporting notfor-profit community groups to buy badly needed equipment to support their work.

Applicants can apply for up to $5,000.

On Tuesday, Forbes Shire Council hosted a free sausage sizzle for funding recipients, to celebrate the record milestone and acknowledge the hard work of community groups.

More than 30 representatives from local organisations came along to enjoy some lunch and share stories about what the

The group of more than 30 representatives at the celebration of the biggest funding round ever in the Forbes community.

$5,000, part of which will go towards air conditioning for the canteen.

“The canteen runs five days a week and the lovely ladies in there need to be in a comfortable environment. It’s a work health and safety issue,” said Laurinda Ray. The Calarie Hall Committee also received $5,000. “You don’t know what it means for us,” said Ann Fisher. “We started out years ago making egg sandwiches to fundraise.

This money will help us put heating and cooling in the hall, which will be better for people who want to use it.”

The Men’s Shed, Valley FM Community Radio, Forbes Handicraft Centre, Northside Temple, the Toy Library, the Forbes Band, and the Forbes Historic Machinery Association were also among the grant recipients.

Andrew Rawsthorne, Grants Officer at Forbes Council said 53 funding applications (council and community) were approved to a value of $3.2 million this financial year. Another $4 million is potentially coming our way with 38 other applications pending.

Andrew is available to help local organisations with funding applications, and can be contacted at Council on 6850 2300.

By Rochelle Bright

Eight stunning young ladies and their handsome partners took to the dance floor in April to raise valuable funds for Forbes CanAssist.

They raised over $1,300 dollars running various events. John Schrader, President of CanAssist said the funds would go a long way in assisting local cancer patients and their families. Rachel Wythes choreographed the group’s dance and their performance delighted family and friends.

Ruby Markwort and Jett Peckham were the perfect flower girl and page boy as they led Kaitlyn Wright and Mitchell Ashcroft, Lillyann Mason-Spice and Kaidyn Haines, Kiah Peckham and Bradley Clifton, Maggie Wallace and Ethan Stewart, Janssen Mores and Kristian Markwort, Montana Palazzi and Ethan Markwort, Shanika Harpur and Mark Simmonds and Jada and Zeke Hartwig for the presentation ceremony.

The debutantes and their partners.

FORBES SHIRE COUNCIL “Serving the Community” Public Notices

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD 1PM THURSDAY 15TH JUNE PUBLIC WELCOME RECRUITMENT

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

MANAGER ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Council is seeking applicants for the readvertised position of Manager Economic and Business Development. Working within Local Government and 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. Your role will include the facilitation of Economic Research and data as well as being responsible for the development and implementation of strategies that will improve the standard of living and economic health of the community and the Shire. This will be achieved through proactive programs that facilitate economic growth, increase business attraction, retention and expansion.

Contact: Danny Green, General Manager on 6850 2304 Applications Close: 5pm, Monday 19 June 2017

2011 Hino 616 Table Top Truck: Plant No. 1408, Rego: BP46KI, 101,500km, Automatic, White, Steel Tray, Towbar, Registered 14/04/2018 10/2013 Nissan Navara RX 4 x 2 Dual Cab Utility: Plant No. 1445, Rego: CPK27B, 91,000km, Turbo, Diesel, 6 Speed, Manual, White Tub Back, Towbar, Registered 14/04/2018 9/2014 Nissan Pathfinder ST Wagon: Plant No. 1478, Rego: CSW27Z, 137,000km, Petrol, Automatic, Silver, 7 Seater Towbar, Registered 14/04/2018 2015 Mazda 6 Touring Sedan: Plant No. 1499, Rego: CYL13J, 82,000km, Petrol, Automatic, Silver, Registered 14/04/2018 7/2015 Toyota Hilux SR 4 x 4 Dual Cab Utility: Plant No. 1507, Rego: CYL14Z, 85,000km, Turbo, Diesel, 6 Speed, Manual, White, Tub Back Hardcover, Towbar, Registered 14/04/2018.

Inspections are available at Forbes Shire Council’s Depot in Bandon St by appointment only.

For further information please call Council’s Plant/Purchasing Officer Sam Cunningham on 6850 2887 or email samcu@forbes.nsw.gov.au Expressions of interest close 5:00pm Friday 26th May.

PLANT OPERATOR - BACKHOE Due to a vacancy in our workforce, Council is seeking applicants for the position of Plant Operator - Backhoe. The primary purpose of this plant operator role is to operate the Backhoe in a safe and efficient manner as well as provide an effective service to the construction and maintenance of Council’s infrastructure. As a Plant Operator - Backhoe, you will be expected to work a full-time, 9-day fortnight roster. Additionally, there may be an expectation of some after-hours work as required. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with the ability to demonstrate exceptional team work and high level communication skills.

Contact: Danial Speer, Manager Engineering and Technical Services on 6850 2874 Applications Close: 5pm, Monday 5 June 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.

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR COUNCIL’S WORKING GROUPS Council is seeking expressions of interest from members of the public to join one of Council’s advisory and working groups. These groups provide recommendations to Council to inform its decision making on the special interest issues of heritage, tourism, access (disability) and Forbes Aerodrome. These groups may from time to time undertake projects in conjunction with, or on behalf of, Council. Interested persons should contact Council’s Senior Administration Officer, Kylie Grayson, on 6850 2305 for a nomination form or down load from http://www.forbes.nsw.gov.au/council/tenders-expressions-of-interest-and-exhibitions.aspx - expressions of interest can be emailed to forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au or mailed to the General Manager, Forbes Shire Council, PO Box 333, Forbes NSW 2871 by 5pm, Friday 23 June 2017.

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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Living and Lifestyle Italian Food In Forbes

Great Italian food • Coffee all day After School Afternoon Tea • Gelato OPENING HOURS Café: Mon-Fri 8.30am to 3pm • Sat 8am to 3pm Dinner: Sun-Thurs 5pm to 8.30pm Tuesday Closed • Fri-Sat 5 to 9pm Deliveries Available: Tel 6851 5599 (Forbes only) BYO Beer and Wine Only • Functions available Reservations: Tel 6851 5522 Next to Bunnings, Forbes

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Feeling like some great Italian food, drop in at Café Aglio e Olio next to Spotlight.

They have an extensive pizza menu with traditional, gourmet and even dessert pizzas. All pizzas have pomodoro and mozzarella. Also on offer are risotto, tortellini boscaiola and garlic prawns. Call 6851 5522.

Are You The New Face Of Eyewear Specs?

Fiona Hayward of Eyewear Specs says having regular eye checks is the most important thing you can do to take care of your eyes.

Word of mouth has seen Fiona’s business grow since she opened the shop at 95 Rankin Street last year, and she is celebrating with a special offer for the Forbes community.

Right now, anyone who has an eye test and buys a pair of frames or glasses will get a second pair free. If you are willing to have your photo taken in your new glasses and have it posted on the Eyewear Specs Facebook page, you will be in the running to become the new face of Eyewear Specs.

Each month, the person whose photo has the most likes will receive a $100 voucher.

At the end of the year, all names will go into the draw to win an iPad mini.

If you’ve noticed any changes in your

eyes, Fiona says it’s important to have them checked as soon as possible.

You can have your eyes tested at the shop, or at any of Fiona’s mobile clinics around the Central West. Call Fiona on 6851 2299 to book or just drop in.

Owner of Eyewear Specs Fiona Hayward says regular eye checks are important.

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THE

Home Front

HOUSE of the week

Exceptional Property On Market It is not often a property is on the market that has everything going for it. The property at 11527 The Escort Way is one you would not see again soon.

The list of what is available is rather long, but the main features include a three-bedroom brick and tile home and granny flat, town and bore water, four acres to play with - all currently sown to oats, and ample sheds and excellent fencing.

The property is currently vacant with no furniture, so the vendors took advantage and replaced carpet and flooring, as well as a brand new kitchen and fresh paint throughout. There is wood and gas heating with ducted evaporative air-conditioning. The home has a main bathroom with a second shower and toilet in the laundry.

The granny flat is fully self-contained with one bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and lounge room.

Beautifully kept lawns and gardens wrap the brick and tile home, with a sophisticated watering system.

The freshly sown paddocks will provide plenty of feed or grain.

The property is subdivided into five paddocks including the fully fenced house paddock.

The workshop has a cement floor, power, plenty of bench space and shelving, plus a double colourbond shed, chook and storage sheds.

Arrange a private inspection today or attend one of the open home tours. Please call Ian Simpson on 0417 468 565.

The newly installed kitchen.

The home at 11527 The Escort Way has beautifully kept lawns and gardens wrapping the home.

Auction

11am Saturday 24th June 2017 Venue: ONSITE View Open Home Tours: 10am, Saturday 27th May and 3rd June Ian Simpson 0417 468 565 Email ian.simpson@iansimpsonandco.com Office 02 6851 1911 88a Lachlan St, Forbes NSW 2871 (*approx.)

www.iansimpsonandco.com.au

Estate To Be Sold.

Exceptional Opportunity.

11527 The Escort Way, Forbes

• *1.74ha (*4.29ac) – *1.7km to CBD • 3 Bedroom brick and tile home, wood fire and air-conditioning. New kitchen, new carpets and freshly painted throughout • Separate self-contained granny flat • Double colourbond garage, work shop • Steel stock yards.Stock and domestic bore and town water • Comprehensive information memorandum available. Offers prior to auction will be considered

Prime Commercial Opportunity

Auction

Instructions To Sell for Company Closure

10am Saturday 24th June 2017 Venue: ONSITE View Open Block Tours: 11am, Saturday 27th May and 3rd June Ian Simpson 0417 468 565 Email ian.simpson@iansimpsonandco.com Office 02 6851 1911 88a Lachlan St, Forbes NSW 2871 (*approx.)

www.iansimpsonandco.com.au

23 Dowling St, Forbes

• *2023sqm commercial zoned property • Located near prominent national and international businesses • Prominent highway frontage • Flat block with rear lane access • Council DA approved and traffic plan completed for a car wash • Comprehensive information memorandum available • Offers prior to auction will be considered

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CAUGHTOut! SPINAL HEALTH What does technology, sedentary lifestyles and manual labour have in common?

They can all have a negative effect on our posture. Stand tall for spinal health week with these tips.

• Be aware of screen slouch. Television, computer monitors, laptops and hand-held devices like phones and tablets all encourage poor posture.

You can’t look at a sleepy cat and be tense... This Limit the use of portable devices and take frequent breaks. furry feline is called Wiskey and loves snuggling • Stretch it out. Take stretching breaks from computer work, physical work or on a human lap. watching television. Turn your head in small circles, from front to back and Readers are welcome to send us funny, unusual, side to side to loosen tightened neck muscles that can interfere with good cute or interesting pet, animal or other photos for posture. Pull your shoulder blades back and down, and hold for 10 seconds.

Caught Out! to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au • Move often. Frequent exercise is vital for a healthy body; even a 10 minute brisk walk will have a positive effect. Play is a fun way to move – get active with the kids, and your pets or throw a ball around in your garden.

• Kick the heels. High heels and thick-soled shoes are terrible for posture.

Wear flat, thin soled shoes where possible, or orthotic supports where necessary. Going barefoot helps build the muscles in your feet, giving a better foundation for your posture and quality of movement.

• Don’t get cross. Sitting with your legs crossed for extended periods can change the alignment of your spine over time, particularly if you always cross your legs the same way.

• Get support. There are a range of support devices available, such as supportive braces, tapes and lumbar supports. Even a rolled towel can provide lower back support. Seek professional advice if you are concerned about your back.

TOPICALTrivia

Before they reinvented children’s music, the founding members of the Wiggles were performing in which Australian rock band? a)

Ratcat

b)

Spiderbait

c)

The Cockroaches

See answer at the bottom of What’s On on page 10.

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UNINHIBITED CONVERSATION GLIDER PILOTS – TALK FREE Glider Pilots are a brother and sister duo from Queensland. Their debut album Talk Free is a beautifully arranged example of genre blending. Combining elements of Jazz, Pop, RnB, Folk as well Electronic music, the album takes you on a musical voyage. Samantha’s voice is at times otherworldly as she delves into deep emotional depths, exploring everyday thoughts through reflective lyricism.

Backed up Benjamin who expertly sets the atmosphere with wistful synth laden sounds, moody guitar melodies and grounding beats giving each track deep layers that reveal themselves with every listen. Talk Free is the perfect album to set the mood for a relaxed dinner party. It is without a doubt a must listen too!

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FORBES PHYSIOTHERAPY Linda Reilly APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist 3-5 Spring Street Forbes Phone: 6852 1000 Forbes High School Auction Sale 27 May – 9am-1pm 18 Wyndham Avenue Inspections & Buyer Registrations from 7am HUGE GARAGE/CLEARANCE SALE Saturday 27th May, May Street, PARKES Rain, hail or shine. All undercover.

Collection of Excellent Quality Antiques, Vintage Furniture and Collectables.

Fantastic Dance Costumes, Kids Toys

Elaine Bright How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here?

I moved here 12 years ago and like the friendliness of the people and how our old buildings are being preserved and our picturesque lake.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work? I am retired and find being involved in the Lions Club and CWA very rewarding. I am a volunteer at the Railway Information Centre and find that helping our visitors is also very rewarding.

What do you do to unwind after work and during the weekend? Gardening and find weekend outings with the caravan club are very enjoyable.

What are you really good at? Filling in time at the sewing machine or with the crochet hook and knitting needles.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? Being a cancer survivor, I would love to have the power to find the ultimate cure for all people suffering this affliction.

What is your pet hate? People who do ‘circle work’ on the lawns at Lions Park and think it is their right to damage community facilities in this way!

Tell us about your best holiday ever?

In November 2000 we left on a 12-month trip around Australia in our second hand caravan. We travelled approximately 45,000km. During this time we explored lots of nooks and crannies but left a lot unseen for the ‘next time’. We met wonderful people doing the same thing and made some lasting friendships.

What a wonderful country we have and don’t feel the need to travel overseas again as we have everything we need and more right here in Australia!

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Did you know that heart disease is the single leading cause of death in Australia?

This means that on average, one Australian dies from heart disease every 26 minutes.

Heart disease is associated with a number of factors including high cholesterol, high blood pressure and can lead to heart attacks, strokes and heart failure. Many of these signs are silent meaning there are no obvious symptoms. That is why it is important to have regular checkups with your pharmacist and GP. There are a number of simple measures that you can take to reduce your chance of suffering the complications of heart disease, such as: • Know your blood pressure (have it checked regularly at the pharmacy).

• Exercise – as little as 30 minutes brisk walking, five times per week.

• No smoking – smokers are six times more likely to suffer a heart attack than non-smokers.

• Get tested for diabetes and keep it under control.

• Know your cholesterol and triglyceride levels – ask your GP. • Eat lots of fruit and vegetables.

• Maintain a healthy weight – the higher your BMI the higher your risk of heart disease.

• So show your heart some love and don’t become a statistic!

Help us to help you avoid heart disease and get to know ‘your numbers’. Call into Flannery’s Pharmacy or Life Pharmacy for a blood pressure check, a cardiovascular risk assessment, quit smoking assistance and weight loss support – all of which are free during the months of May and June.

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BE Seen

Jessica Ondrovcik (middle) won the Forbes Handicraft Centre Mother’s Day raffle. The quilt she is holding was made by hand by members of the centre. She is with Kathy Bray and Barbara Parslow.

Stacey Miller with Charlotte (2) and Caroline Iyer with Ollie (2) at the Fire Station Open Day.

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WHAT’S On 5-27 May

Forbes Heritage: Places of Worship Exhibition at the Platypus Gallery in Lachlan Street from 10am – 4pm Tuesday to Saturday.

27 May

Forbes Farmers Markets at Victoria Park from 8am – 12pm. For more information email forbesfarmersmarkets@gmail.com.

27-28 May

Big Cuppa for Cancer at Forbes Country Club campout weekend at Bedgerabong. Contact Jim Walklate on 0407 309 223.

1 Jun

Forbes Camera Club Meeting at the Forbes Services Memorial Club at 7pm.

3 Jun

Girls’ Day Out for Trundle branch of the Royal Far West Sunshine Club with fashion parade, wine and cheese tasting and stalls at the Trundle Golf Club at 2pm. Contact 6892 1006.

5 Jun

Forbes Neighborhood Watch Meeting at the Forbes Services Memorial Club at 2pm. Contact Lyn Ward on 0417 536 619 or Bruce Adams on 0429 151 280.

5 Jun

Bingo at Tullamore. More details to come.

7 Jun

Forbes Business Chamber BOSCARS Information and Networking Night at the at the FSMC at 5:30pm.. RSVP to Marg Duggan on 0428 514 415 or register directly online at http://www.inxcess.com.au/boscars/

8 Jun

Forbes View Club Luncheon at the Forbes Services Memorial Club at 12pm.

13 Jun

Monthly Branch Meeting of the Trundle branch Royal Far West Sunshine Club.

17 Jun

All Things Handbags at the St George’s Church Hall in Parkes.. $6 entry to display plus morning and afternoon tea and entertainment. If you wish to place your handbag on display, bring it to the hall between 9 and 10am on 17th June.

Contact Norma on 6862 2880 or 0409 622 888 for more information.

Save the 15 September Boscars 2017 at the Forbes Services Memorial Club. ConDate tact Fiona Ferguson on 0407 380 936 or Cheryl Newsom on 0411 211 065 for more information.

Ongoing The Rotary Club of Forbes Ipomoea meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at the Plainsman Motel at 7am. Call Sue-anne Nixon on 6851 5197 for any information.

Forbes fire fighters at the barbeque are (L-R) Duncan Williams, Mathew Teale, Daniel Bayley and Andrew Rousell, Deputy Captain.

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. All welcome. 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 monthly meeting of Forbes Neighborhooud Watch Inc is on the first Monday of the month at the Forbes Services Memorial Club at 2pm (and not 7pm) during winter time. New faces always welcome. Contact Lyn Ward on 0417 536 619 or Bruce Adams 0429 151 280.

The Forbes Men’s Shed was one of the community organisations to share in the record funding round on Tuesday. They are at the back (L-R) Allan Hilder, Peter Norris, Neil Hawke and Gary Little. In front are Carl Dagger, John Scott – Treasurer and Norm Haley – President.

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 Topical Trivia answer: c) The Cockroaches

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Anna Mraz and Natalie Walker cooking up a pancake storm at the Forbes Food Revolution Day last Friday.

Friends And Fun Fuel The Food Revolution

Fruity faces, healthy pancakes and even kangaroo stew were available for the community to enjoy at the Forbes Food Revolution Day held last Friday at the Church in the Schoolyard.

Most of the visitors were children from local schools who came to try different foods with their friends.

They also got to dig their hands into buckets of compost with Netwaste’s Sue Clarke, and taste different kinds of olives as Marg Applebee from Landcare explained how they are grown.

Between activities, the kids lined up for spray-on tattoos, courtesy of Neighbourhood Central volunteers.

This is the fourth time organisers Lucy Pearce and Maree Yapp have run the annual event.

“I believe in teaching kids from a very young age to make healthy choices,” said Lucy, who is the local Food Revolution Ambassador.

Maree, from Schools as Community Centres (SaCC), is passionate about food secu-

rity and land care.

“I’m interested in the whole cycle of food,” she said. “And between us, we’re trying to extend the message about eating healthy right through the year.”

During May, Maree and Lucy also run Real Food Tasting sessions, which aim to encourage children between the ages of three and eight to try different fruits and vegetables.

This year, they expect to reach over 800 local children.

“We get so much feedback from parents about kids that have always refused to eat fruit or vegetables suddenly deciding that, because they’ve tried it at school with their friends, they eat fruit and vegetables now,” said Lucy.

To find out more about Food Revolution or the Real Food Tasting program visit the Facebook page, contact Maree Yapp at SaCC on 6852 3008, or Lucy Pearce on 6851 5809.

Evolution Mining – Cowal will be the overall naming rights sponsor for this year’s Boscars awards. General Manager Jason Grieve said: “It is a great opportunity to contribute, and we are excited to be part of the event. We see it as pivotal to support local businesses in the community.”

Mayor Graeme Miller said Forbes Shire Council was proud to be a Gold Sponsor.

“It is fantastic that a number of the award categories are aligned with the NSW Business Chamber regional and state awards as it furthers the opportunity to be recognised at state level, as happened with HE Silos last year,” the Mayor said.

Other sponsors include Silver Sponsor: HE Silos, Television Sponsor: WIN Television and Award Sponsors include: Roy-

lances Auto One, Flannery’s Pharmacy, The Forbes Phoenix, Bernardis, Crowe Horwath, BEC, NSW Business Chamber, Westpac, Agriwest CRT, Walkers Ag N Vet and News on Rankin.

How Your Business Can Be The Best With the date set for the Forbes Business Chamber Boscars gala event on 15th September, it is time to start thinking how your business can become involved. The Forbes Business Chamber will be holding an information and networking night on Wednesday 7th June at the Forbes Services Club. RSVP to Marg Duggan on 0428 514 415 or register online at http://www.inxcess.com.au/boscars/ Entries for the Boscars open on 19th June and close on 10th July.

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Boscars Sponsors Announced

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Friday 26th May 10.45am Hidden Figures 1.15pm Going In Style 4.00pm Smurfs: The Lost Village 5.40pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 8.10pm The Fate Of The Furious 9.40pm The Fate Of The Furious Saturday 27th May 10.45am The Boss Baby 12.45pm Beauty and the Beast 3.10pm Going In Style 5.00pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 7.30pm The Fate Of The Furious 9.55pm Ghost In The Shell 10.00pm Chips Sunday 28th May 10.45am Smurfs: The Lost Village 12.45pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 3.15pm Beauty And The Beast 5.40pm Going In Style 7.30pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 8.10pm Going In Style 10.35pm Chips Monday 29th May 10.45pm Going In Style 12.50pm Hidden Figures 3.10pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 5.40pm The Boss Baby 7.30pm The Fate Of The Furious 8.30pm Going In Style Tuesday 30th May 10.45am Beauty And The Beast 1.10pm The Fate Of The Furious 3.40pm Going In Style 5.30pm Hidden Figures 7.50pm Going In Style 8.20pm Emo The Musical Wednesday 31st May 10.45am The Boss Baby 12.50pm Going In Style 2.45pm Emo The Musical 4.30pm Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 7.00pm Ghost In The Shell SESSIONS & TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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FORBES SPORT ADMINISTRATION TRAINEE Roylance’s Auto One is searching for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to kick start their career in business administration.

The qualities we are looking for in the successful applicant will be required to have:

Entries Double In Cycling Event Entries for the Forbes Flatland Cyclo Sportif last weekend doubled with about 80 riders from all over NSW competing in the two events.

Line honours in the 120km event went to Dubbo’s Michael Ticehurst averaging a blistering 40km/h. He was followed by Adam Coleman from Orange and Hayden Bird from MacGregor ACT. The first female finisher was Jennifer Short.

The 72km event was dominated by Bathurst cyclists with Harry Bryant in first position, Stuart Renshaw second and Thereisa Gallagher third. Local Nick Turner and Nick Field flew the Forbes flag with top ten placings.

Matthew Hancock said the club was really happy with the day and received fantastic feedback from riders who did not realise how lovely Forbes was to ride in. “They can’t wait for next year’s event.”

The club thanked the sponsors and the many volunteers who helped on the day.

The profits of the day will be donated to a charity still to be decided on.

Netballers Go Crazy For Cancer Research

Tomorrow all Forbes netballers will go crazy for cancer research when they join netball associations from all over the state to raise money for The Kids Cancer Project.

Forbes Netball Association (FNA) signed up for the crazy hair and sock day with all players in the Saturday competition dressing up.

Fun prizes will be awards in each division, from NetSetGo to divisions 1, 2 and 3, for the best crazy dressed players and best crazy dressed teams, with an overall prize awarded to the best from all the divisions.

Entry for the day is a gold coin donation, with a barbeque on offer. Donations of cooking are welcome. A donation bucket will also be available, and a 100 club.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook • Excellent communication skills, and good presentation • Ability to work in a team environment • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to multi task • Positive attitude and self-driven • Willingness to follow policies & procedures • Drivers licence CYCLISTS… Some of the 80 participants in Saturday’s Forbes Flatland Cylco Sportif who came from as far as the Hunter Valley to participate.

Big Field For Legends Pro-Am The Legends Pro-Am last Friday attracted 33 professionals and 82 club players. Players came from all around NSW and interstate.

The professional winner for the day was Steve Conran from Bathurst with a score of 70, followed by Grant Kenny and Allan May, both NSW, on par 72.

Prizes for the club players were awarded for scratch points, handicap points and NTPs. The winners are (Forbes unless otherwise stated): Scratch points (men): A-grade S Betland; B-grade T Morgan; C-grade T Howe; Handicap winners: Ladies – A Tilley (43 pts; a Junior from Belconnen), Men Cgrade R Scott (42), B-grade G Newport (40), A-grade R Nixon (42); Handicap runner-up: Ladies – S Crosby (35), Men C-grade A Cullen (36 – Wentworth Falls), B-grade P Cowhan, A-grade J Dickinson (39 – Catalina, a junior).

NTPs: Ladies 3rd – J Sullivan, Ladies 9th – A Tilley; Men C-Grade 3rd and 9th – none; Men B-grade 9th – G Newport, 18th D Sly; Men A-grade 1st – S Betland, 18th – R Nixon. The Pros had one on each hole.

Saturday’s B&C Autos 3-person ambrose saw 42 players in 14 teams. The winners were Geoff and Andrew Drane with John Betland with a nett of 57.17. Runners-up were D Bayley, P Dawson and T Sharpe on 59.17.

Sunday’s Stableford Medley was won by Bruce Carpenter with 38 points, from Scott Kirkman on 37 points.

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The role will include but not limited to: • Maintaining customer records • Data entry & filing • Answering phones • General administration duties and errands • General housekeeping

The role will also involve completion of cert III in Business administration If you think you have what it takes to join our team, apply today with resume attached to enquiry@roylances.com.au.

Closing date is 5/6/17

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Local Outlaw Chases Glory Up North

Forbes speed racer Justin Roylance and his team will compete in round four of the Australian V8 superboats championship in Tweed Heads this weekend.

Justin will race a new boat, The Outlaw, with Michelle Hodge in the navigator’s seat.

The Outlaw packs around 700 horsepower and can reach 120km/h in just under two seconds, so driver and navigator need to be reasonably fit, and safety gear is a priority.

“It is certainly a rush. You’re pumping yourself up for a 45 second dash,” said Justin.

“This weekend we race both days. Saturday is practice and qualifying, and Sunday is our big day.”

For those interested in following the excitement, the races will be streamed live on the V8 Superboat page on Facebook.

Speed racer Justin Roylance in his boat.