Forbes Phoenix Issue 9

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Friday 28 August 2015

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IMAGE: Paige and Jake Ellison are an inspiration who are making their musical dreams a reality.

Musical Youth Breakthrough Forbes siblings Jake and Paige Ellison have a lot to be excited about with the upcoming release of the debut album from their band, House of Tribes.

Due to be released on October 2, the fulllength album is called “Paint it Red” after one of the tracks. “We thought it was one of the best songs on the album, so we named the album after it,” said Jake.

“We’ve been at it for nine months, recording here and there and now we’ve finally sent away to get the CDs.” While the brother-sister duo are both big fans of music, their tastes and influences are poles apart – Paige likes indie/folk music and Jake likes heavy rock – which lends originality to their sound.

The band formed almost 3 years ago when Paige wanted to perform with her brother at

the River Arts Festival.

Since then, House of Tribes has been getting gigs across the region including Forbes, Young, Orange, Grenfell and Condobolin.

As underage teenagers, they have found it an interesting experience performing at licensed venues.

“We have had to tell the police so we have permission to be there,” said Jake. “It’s pretty crazy being a 17 year old and having all these drunk people coming up to you.”

“We want to give a big thanks to our dad, Tim Ellison for helping with gigs and photos.”

The official album launch will be an allages event so head over to Forbes Services Memorial Club to support local talent and youth culture.

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LETTERS to the Editor To the Editor, I’m writing to express my sincere thanks and gratitude to the NSW community for their tremendous support of The Smith Family’s 2015 Winter Appeal.

The Smith Family, a national children’s charity, launched its Winter Appeal on May 20 to raise $3.5 million by June 30, for the ongoing support of thousands of disadvantaged children across the country.

This year’s Appeal highlighted the vulnerability experienced by the 1 in 10 Australian children living in disadvantage, especially when they are at school and struggling to fit in and keep up with their classmates.

Our Appeal brought attention to the isolating effects of disadvantage on children, and the fact that they often start school behind, slip further and further back and are at risk of being in poverty in the long-term.

It is heartening that this message struck a chord with so many people in the community, who responded with great generosity to The Smith Family, ensuring we exceeded our Winter Appeal target and raised more than $3.7 million for disadvantaged children.

I would like to thank each and every individual who made a donation, and let them know that their help will have a direct, lasting impact on more than 9,000 disadvantaged children in Australia, helping them to succeed at school and create a better future for themselves.

Yours Sincerely, Steve Macready, General Manager The Smith Family, New South Wales

MAYORAL NOTES Last Thursday was our August Council meeting and during our afternoon break I presented certificates to a number of our eateries for receiving an excellent (five stars) in the Scores on Doors program, which is a result of hygiene and food safety inspections.

It was a really proud moment for me to present these certificates as I was the inaugural chair of the Food Regulation Forum under the NSW Food Authority, and we put the Scores on Doors program together.

To have 22 food retailers receiving excellent is really pleasing.

On Tuesday I had the pleasure of attending the 100th anniversary celebrations of Walkers Ag n Vet Services.

It is families like the Walkers who are so important to our town and it is wonderful that the business has carried on to its third generation of Walker family members.

The business now operates in over 60 rural towns across the country and has more than 350 staff members.

Walkers also make significant contributions to the Forbes community and have assisted community and sporting groups in many ways, most of which go under the radar.

On Tuesday, September 1 our annual mayor and deputy mayor elections will be held at 5.30pm at the Council Chambers.

Have a great week, stay safe and God bless.

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Forbes Riverside Community Garden is open 9am to 11am Monday to Saturday and is the place to go if you want to join the garden or become a ‘friend’, make a donation to support the community garden or learn more about community gardening. Located within the former State Forest Nursery at Reymond Street Forbes, all green thumbs are invited to check it out!

IMAGE: Forbes High School performers during Education Week.

School on Tour. To cap off Education week, Creative and Performing Arts students from Forbes High School travelled to both Forbes and Forbes North Public Schools to display dance, drama, and musical items. It was a great opportunity for our students to showcase their skills, and for our primary schools to see what they can do when they themselves attend high school. The performances were all engaging, encouraging the primary students to sing along, clap their hands, and even get up on stage!

Nominations are open to recognise rural women in the 2016 Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation Rural Women’s Awards. The awards provide financial assistance to the recipients, allowing them to further their contributions to primary industries and rural communities.

Women committed to making a difference to the community are encouraged to apply. Applications can be found online at www.rirdc. gov.au/rural-women’s-award and nominations close Saturday 31 October.

In Italy a group of elderly women from a village in the north have raised enough money from donations to crowd fund their first ever trip to the sea.

Did you know you have a better chance of getting a good night’s sleep on a Wednesday night? A study by users of the app Sleep Cycle revealted that 58% of people say they sleep more soundly on a Wednesday night.

Perhaps by mid-week we are flagging and are in need of shut-eye. In terms of sleep quality, China and Slovakia do the best.

Relay for Life Expo Night was a success with team captains and participants alike turning up to collect team shirts, fundraising tips and chat with the Volunteer Organising Committee. The next Team Expo Night will be on Wednesday 16 September at Forbes Services Memorial Club from 6-7pm. The special early bird rate of $15 to register has been extended to 16 September.

Essential Energy is reminding green thumbs to be aware of overhead power lines and other electrical equipment when working in the garden. If you do accidentally contact power lines, contact Essential Energy immediately on 13 20 80. If you are planning a garden or landscaping project, it is important to consider the types of plants you are placing around electrical infrastructure. Stay at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or anything touching them and treat them as live.

We have a winner! Congratulations to Elvy Quirk who is the winner of our Winter Soup Competition thanks to her delicious recipe for Cauliflower, Leek and Potato Soup. Elvy wins a $50 voucher for Mezzanine.

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To Bunnings in Forbes for the friendly,

helpful and enthusiastic service. It’s great to go in there and be greeted with a “Hi, how are you?”

To the petrol station that still pumps

your fuel for you. Service like that is hard to come by these days.

To the Bedgerabong Show Society

who put on an awesome Ag Show last weekend. This was the best one in Bedgerabong yet!

To House of Tribes on releasing their debut album.

To the recent storms for the damage

they have caused to our local farmers crops.

IMAGE: Delicious cauliflower, leek and potato soup

To the GWS Giants coaches for bringing AFL to Forbes!

Malicious or defamatory submissions will not be accepted. The opinions and views of readers submitting Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down are not necessarily the views of the staff and Management of The Forbes Phoenix.

To submit a Thumbs Up Thumbs Down email us at editor@forbesphoenix.com.au or mail us at PO Box 251 Canowindra NSW 2804.

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BBQ Champs

IMAGE: Allan and Pam Toole, Maria Peterson, Marj Cosgrove, Bruce Adams and Stephen Cosgrove at the Bunnings BBQ in August.

Taking Care Of Business August has been a busy month for Neighbourhood Watch with volunteers heading out to Bunnings for an Information Morning and BBQ. It was a fun morning for the group and Pam Toole’s fruit slice proved to be quite popular with the crowd.

“A public thank you is extended to Allan and Pam Toole, Stephen and Marj Cosgrove, Bruce Adams, Anita Morrison, Dorothea Croker and Maria Peterson for their time, efforts and donations. A thankyou also to Bunnings in Forbes for the use of their equipment.”

The last Neighbourhood Watch meeting saw the welcoming of two new members, Stephen and Marj Cosgrove who were both welcomed by the group.

Forbes Neighbourhood Watch is a non-profit scheme that relies entirely on volunteers working together. Their aim is to minimise preventable crime, improve security and report criminal activities.

The Forbes Branch continues to grow with more volunteers responding to the call for

Area and Street Co-ordinators and more sponsors offering assistance.

Individuals and groups that volunteer can attend meetings for feedback and updates and may be able to answer questions regarding any problems in the neighbourhood.

The more areas that are covered, the less each volunteer has to do! Even if you only want to look after a single street, that still makes a difference to the community.

Forbes Neighbourhood Watch always welcome ideas and suggestions from the general public as to how the two entities can work together to help make the community a safer one. There are no joining fees attached to being a member either.

Do you have an idea or issue to put forward? If yes then you are invited to get involved in their next monthly meeting which will be held on Friday 7 September from 7:30pm at Forbes Memorial Services Club.

A Neighbourhood Watch Information and Display Tent will be on offer at the Forbes Show from 11-12 September.

The National BBQ Championships are coming up and the Forbes BBQ Society have recently announced that Better Homes & Gardens chef Ed Halmagyi has been secured for the event.

“The BBQ Championships are about bringing people together, having a bit of fun and putting Forbes on the map,” said NBC Committee President Chris Roylance, applauding the committee’s hard work in the effort to provide extra value at the event and more to see and do for both competitors and spectators.

The 2015 BBQ Championships will offer everything you would associate with the traditional Aussie BBQ including tasting plates, cheese and wine sampling.

There are four categories of meat to be judged such as chicken, beef, pork and lamb.

This year the National BBQ Championships have teamed up with Relay for Life so both events will be held at the same venue.

“It just works,” said Chris. “Two major events coming together provides the community and the region with the opportunity to come together to celebrate, raise funds for a good cause and just have a really good time.”

Both events will be held at South Circle Forbes on Saturday 17 October and both committees are encouraging everyone in the community to come along and get involved.

IMAGE: Ed Halmagyi is set to sizzle at the Forbes BBQ Championships.

Upcoming Livestock Sales Ridgehaven Ram Sale

On Property 267 Gavin Lane, CUDAL

Thursday, 10th September, 2015 Inspection from 10am Auction at 1pm 10 Stud Rams 150 Flock Rams

Devanah & Waroona Murray Grey Sale

On Property Waroona Road, MOLONG

Friday, 18th September, 2015, Auction at 11am 20 Stud Bulls 17 Stud Females

Ridgehaven Poll Dorset’s is now approaching its 50th Annual on Property Poll Dorset Sale. The sale will be held on Thursday, 10 September, 2015 with inspections from 11am and the Auctions Commencing at 1pm.

Devanah & Waroona are offering 20 Stud Bulls and 17 Stud Females at this year’s sale at “Waroona”, Molong. The combined Devanah and Waroona Murray Grey on Property Production sale will be held on Friday, 18 September, 2015 with the sale commencing at 11am.

Mount Pleasant Limousins Bull Sale is being held Thursday, 17 September, 2015 with 15 Stud bulls on offer. The sale will be held at the Forbes Showground, viewings from 12 noon and Auction commencing at 1pm.

All successful purchases receive a Mount Pleasant Breeders Pack containing 40 Allflex blank tags and buttons, marking texta and 500ml of Coopers Tasvax 8.

More details can be obtained by calling Kevin Miller, Whitty, Lennon & Co on 02 6852 3355 or visit their website www.kmiller.com.au.

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Reflections From Mayor Miller In February, Cr Phyllis Miller OAM was elected Mayor after the sad passing of former Mayor Cr Ron Penny.

In the lead up to the annual Mayor and Deputy Mayor elections, Mayor Miller sat down with the Phoenix to reflect on her time at the Council.

“It has been a very busy seven months with a lot to familiarise myself with,” said Mayor Miller, “but I am very pleased with what I and Council have achieved in this time.”

“I have been working on tidying up our comprehensive LEP. This has been time consuming and is still underway.”

Another big issue was ensuring the maintenance of all services when the hospital is reopened.

“I had a meeting with the Minister for Health Jillian Skinner to reaffirm that and I received good news from her to confirm the Pathology West laboratory and collection room will stay,” said the Mayor.

“During my time as Mayor we also presented our Fit for the Future proposal, which took a lot of time to put together. We had a number of public meetings on our Fit for the Future proposal and they were very well attended. It was heartening to see how many

people are interested in the future of Forbes Shire Council.”

“Now it is a waiting game for IPART to assess and the Baird Government to make a decision on whether we are a stand-alone Council or whether we face amalgamation.”

“Law and order was another big issue whilst in the chair as we had a spate of break-ins and crime in our community. We hosted a very successful public meeting and I was also very pleased to see that the Police Minister Troy Grant and NSW Police Commissioner Andrew Scipione thought it was important enough to visit Forbes in July.”

There have been many challenges to face too. “As you know, we needed to replace Councillor Ron Penny’s position after his sad passing so we investigated all of our options on how to run the by-election.”

“We made the decision to run our own byelection with Alan McCormack as Returning Officer. Thanks to the hard work of Alan and Council staff, the by-election was held and Councillor Grant Clifton received the absolute majority of votes. Cr Clifton has brought a fresh set of eyes and ideas, which has been very beneficial to Council.”

Much has been achieved in the past seven

months since Mayor Miller has been in the chair. “At the end of July we hosted a networking evening at the Forbes Services Club to liaise with local accommodation providers, food outlets, businesses and taxi operators to be proactive in our approach when major events such as the Kalari Lachlan River Arts Festival, Vanfest and the Parkes Elvis Festival are on.”

“I am really excited about the events we have coming up and being proactive rather than reactive is what we are trying to achieve.

The outcome of the networking evening has been very positive so far as we want to make sure the opportunities that are available for our town reach their full potential. This will not only bring economic value to our town but also enhance our visitors’ stay while in Forbes. “ “I will be re-standing and I really hope I get the opportunity to continue as Mayor for another 12 months to provide stability and represent the community of Forbes.”

The annual Mayor and Deputy Mayor elections will be held during a special meeting of Council at 5.30pm on Tuesday at the Council Chambers in Harold Street.

By Rosi Broom

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 Tyre Shredding Quarry under Section 96 (2) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. Application No: 2005/12/2 A Development Application has been submitted by JWL Services for the Modification of Development Consent for the expansion of an existing tyre quarry involving the increase of temporary stockpile capacity from 48 tonnes to 500 tonnes, and increase the shred and landfill capacity from 200 tpa tp 2,080 tpa. The development is located at Lot 13 DP260237, Limestone Road, Forbes.

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 application will be on public exhibition form 27th August 2015 until the 10th September 2015. Any person may make a submission clearly explaining your reasons on planning grounds in writing to be received by Council on or before 5.00pm 10th September 2015

HERITAGE ADVISORY SERVICE & 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’s next visit is scheduled for 1 & 2 September 2015.

Appointments can be made by phoning Briana on 6850 2344.

ELECTION OF MAYOR SPECIAL MEETING Notice is given that a Special Meeting of Council has been called for the purpose of conducting the Election of Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the period September 2015 to September 2016. This meeting will be held in the Council Chambers, Harold Street, Forbes on Tuesday 1 September 2015 commencing at 5:30pm. Members of the public are invited to attend.

2015 FORBES SHOW A half day local event day has been declared by Forbes Shire Council for the 2015 Forbes Show. A local event day is considered a public holiday for those employees who have agreed to observe the day in their relevant industrial agreement, and also allows employers, who aren’t bound to observe the day, to choose if they wish to participate or not.

MULTICULTURAL DINNER Games from Around the World: Friday 4th September, 5.30pm- 8.30pm at Forbes Youth & Community Centre, Corner Battye & Press Streets, Forbes (Behind Town Pool). Please bring a plate of food to share for dinner. RSVP by Monday 31st August. For more information contact Forbes Shire Council , Community Liaison Officer Anita Morrison 02 68502355 or anitamo@forbes.nsw.gov.au

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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Yoorana Gunya Family Healing Centre Yoorana Gunya Family Healing Centre is a wonderful community spot located in Forbes that can help with holistic care, social and mental health, social and emotional wellbeing, medical and nursing care.

The Centre opened in August 2012 and has since progressed from being a little house in town to now being an equipped, purpose designed facility.

A wide range of services are available to individuals through the centre, including transport services, access to a variety of specialists, sexual health services and much more.

The Centre is an initiative trying to ‘close the gap’ and aside from Forbes also services Parkes, Peak Hill, Condobolin, Cowra, Lake Cargelligo and Murrin Bridge.

“We do quite a lot,” says Donna Bliss at Yoorana Gunya. “It’s not just for Aboriginal people to access either, everyone is welcome here.”

“We have funding for specialists in drug and alcohol counselling and a partnership with Lachlan Health.”

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ily Healing Centre is the relaxed and friendly atmosphere; it lacks the clinical vibe that some centres have. Aboriginal artwork lines the colourful hallways and there are many different spaces to utilise.

Also, the staff at Yoorana Gunya love their job and the work they do.

The Bite

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Elvy Quirk was the winner of our Winter Soup Recipe Competition with a delicious Cauliflower, Leek & Potato Soup. You can try it yourself as the cold dies away and no doubt you’ll get it out again for a revival next winter.

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Forbes Country Bakehouse & Cafe Pies • Cakes • Coffee • Cold Drinks • Sandwiches Wraps • Home Cooked Meals • Grab & Go Bar • Sushi Friday’s

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“I like the people I work with and I love my job,” says Rachael Morgan. “There is a fair bit of autonomy. I love promoting health and helping people get on track with their health needs.”

Bulk billing is available at Yoorana Gunya.

By Rosi Broom

1 Tablespoon Oil 1 Leek(washed & sliced) 1/2 Cauliflower 4 Potatoes (Diced) 8 Cups Chicken Stock 1/2 cup Grated Gruyere Cheese (Plus extra for garnish) 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Crisp Proscuitto, chives to serve Heat Oil to medium. Saute Leek, 3 minutes (Do not allow to colour) Add Cauliflower & potato. Cook 2 minutes Stirring. Pour in stock.

Bring to boil. Reduce to simmer 20-25 minutes until tender. Use hand blender to puree.

Stir in Cheese & Nutmeg. Reheat to season.

Serve topped with Proscuitto, extra cheese & Chives.

Gaga’s Café celebrated their first birthday earlier in August and want to thank all the customers who visited the shop to help celebrate.

They received their 5 star Scores on Doors

rating certificate last week at a special presentation with the Mayor.

As the weather warms up and people begin to enjoy the sunshine, picnics are no doubt back on the agenda. Why not phone through your order so you can enjoy an amazing picnic in the park without having to make it yourself!

Gaga’s have also been getting rave reviews on their hamburgers, so if you haven’t tried one yet, today is the day to drop in and have a taste. Their burger patties are made in-store from premium quality meat which is purchased locally.

Like them on Facebook to stay up to date with Gaga’s news!

25 years on, the Forbes Country Bakehouse business and team has grown and extended into the X-tension. Serving hot and cold drinks, pies, cakes and breads baked daily and sushi on Fridays. There is a full salad bar for your sandwiches and wraps, home cooked meals like melts, delicious spuds, hotdogs, gourmet burgers, schnitzels and more.

“All ingredients and products are sourced locally or handmade by us,” says Giselle, “support locals to feed locals.”

Open from 6am to 5:30pm weekdays, and 6am to 12:00pm on Saturdays, don’t forget to pre-order your Friday sushi by Thursday.

There is something here for everyone’s taste buds come in and visit today.

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Get your Dadg great.. somethin Father’s Day is coming up fast and there is only one week left to buy Dad that perfect gift. Don’t leave it until the last minute to spoil the father, grandfather or special male figure in your life; whether it is spending the afternoon fishing on the river, a weekend of camping, a family lunch or beers and football, every dad wants to spend Father’s Day relaxing with the people he loves.

Father’s Day originated in the US when it was officially acknowledged by President Lyndon Johnson in an official proclamation in 1966. Six years later, Father’s Day was signed into law and made an official national celebration.

Make Dad feel special this September 6 by giving him something thoughtful, because no matter what type of dad he is, Forbes has you covered.

Gunn’s Menswear can fit your Dad out with a whole new wardrobe this year, and they’ve got every Dad covered, whether he is a tradesman, sportsman, hipster or dag.

Ask one of the friendly staff for assistance – they’re always happy to help! If you think he’d

be happier to pick his own outfits, why not get him a gift voucher instead?

Finding a present for your car-loving Dad is never hard at Auto One. They have some crazy Father’s Day specials on offer and on Saturday they have a free sausage sizzle in store.

If your Dad is a handyman who likes to fix things around the house and garden, he will definitely love a present from Power Tools Plus. They have great deals at this time of year on their diverse range of stock.

Bunnings Warehouse will certainly have a wide range of options when it comes to the perfect Father’s Day present and their friendly staff can offer plenty of good ideas.

Keep in mind that spring is upon us and Father’s Day is a great time to nourish your Dad’s home project ideas. BBQ or fishing accessories, a new outdoor setting, power tools and car maintenance kits are all fantastic ideas for gifts, or at least a good place to start.

Happy Father’s Day!

By Rosi Broom

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CHECKLIST 1. Pick up Dad’s garage signs from Auto One 2. Beer and BBQ lunch 3. Shorts and shirt from Gunn’s 4. BBQ picked up from Bunnings 5. New tools and drill from Power Tools Plus 6. Watch the footy with Dad 7. Take Dad camping and fishing 8. Gift voucher from anywhere above, he’ll love it!

9. Breakfast in bed 10. Be good for Dad

Whether you have a Tradie Dad? A Sporty Dad? An Aggie Dad? A Hipster Dad? Or even a Daggy Dad? Gunn's Menswear have something to suit EVERY Dad this Father's Day. And there's always GIFT VOUCHERS for the Hard-to-Buy-For Dad!

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Girls Day Out

IMAGE: Leigh Bartholomaeus, Marg Duggan, Kim Sly and Debbie Prior make up the Girls Day Out Committee.

It’s All About The Ladies Throughout the month of September participating businesses will be having in store promotions and specials as part of Girls Day Out and Destination Forbes to encourage locals to live local, love local, shop local.

Marg at Undercover Sleepwear & Lingerie says ‘every woman should get a professional bra fitting every 1-2 years’.

As part of the Girls Day Out promotion, Undercover Sleepwear & Lingerie will have Susan, a fitting consultant from Triumph coming into the store on Wednesday 9 September to assist ladies and answer questions. Marg always offers professional breast form fittings

and chooses Amoena products.

Little Extras Lifestyle “are proud to be associated with Girls Day Out” says owner Leigh. Exciting promotions are happening in store and any purchase during the month of September will go into the draw for a $200 gift voucher. “Our spring launch will be held on Thursday 24th September 5pm-6.30pm which includes discount vouchers on the evening with the latest in spring fashion releases”.

Drinks and nibbles will be provided and all purchases will have a chance to go into the draw for a Samantha Wills piece to the value

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Forbes High Students Win Again The Forbes High School NAIDOC Debating Team have won the Western title for the second year in a row after successfully debating against Cowra High School in the final held in Dubbo on Monday 17 August.

The Forbes team consisted of 4 students; two who are Aboriginal and two who are nonAboriginal. Year 10 students Madison Collits, Nic Mulligan and Jessy-lea Byrnes as well as Whitney Duffy from Year 7 had to debate the topic “that all sacred lands should be handed back to their traditional owners”.

As per this particular competition, students needed to prepare a case for both agreeing and opposing the statement, and then had the opportunity to present both cases at the event in Dubbo.

They first debated Lithgow High School using their affirmative case, announcing that they had moved onto the final against Cowra High School who the team had previously beaten at the Lachlan level of the competition.

In the final, the students debated the negative case and ultimately convinced the adjudicators and the audience that their case was the strongest.

IMAGE: The Forbes High School NAIDOC Debating Team have won the Western title for the second year running.

A special mention was made to Whitney Duffy of Year 7 who scored the highest and was announced as speaker of the day by the adjudicator.

This is a fantastic outcome for Whitney considering she was up against Year 12 students. The team and teachers also thanked Paige Thomas from Year 8 who helped the team to win at the Lachlan level and wrote one of the speeches.

The Forbes students will now progress to

the state finals to be held at Sydney Parliament House in November where they will defend their title as 2014 State Champions.

While in Sydney the students will enjoy a cruise around Sydney Harbour and have dinner on Cockatoo Island.

“This is quite an excellent reward for their hard work in reaching the State level of the competition,” Anita Morrison from Forbes High School said.

By Anita Morrison

Girls Day Out of $100. Everybody is invited to come along for a wonderful and fun evening.

Painted Daisies Gift Shoppe are offering 20% off store wide as part of Girls Day Out for one day only on 4 September. Get in there and check out their extensive range of T2 teas, Woodwick candles, new wooden entertaining boards in funking styles and colours, a selection of great accessories and plenty more items to add that perfect accent to your home. Check out their Instagram page to find out more about their online promotion and follow the steps to go into the draw for a $100 gift voucher which will be drawn 4 September.

The Forbes Jockey Club annual spring races will be held on the 10th of October and they have teamed up with Girls Day Out. Go shopping for your outfit and accessories at one of the participating businesses in the month of September for a chance to win a private marquee and catering package for 6 at the Forbes Spring Races 10th October.

Gunn’s Menswear says “you don’t need to be a woman to enjoy the Girls Day Out Promo-

tion!” As part Destination Forbes, they have an in store promotion during September.

If you buy any suit you can choose a shirt and tie of your choice for free! Perfect for the upcoming Spring Races and the wedding season.

“Our suits are bang on trend, very stylish and affordable with most suits around the $250 mark”. “A free shirt and tie has an average value of $110!”

The Girl’s Day Out Luncheon will be held on Friday 4 September and the guest speaker will be Julie Snook, a former graduate from Red Bend Catholic College.

Julie began her career as a print journalist in Forbes before climbing the ranks in the industry. Julie now works for 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.

Shop for your prize winning Fashions in the Field outfit at participating businesses

FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN A private marquee and catering package for 6 at the Forbes Spring Races SATURDAY 10TH OCTOBER 2015

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Be sure to head to Eugowra on the 18th and 19th of September to see what the show has on offer for its 102nd year. With plenty of rides and events, as well as fireworks and a special ANZAC presentation, it’s sure to be a fun day out for the family.

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OUR Gal proudly brought to you by:

Rachael Morgan How long have you lived in Forbes? Moved to Forbes in 2004 from Queensland, originally from Tarcutta.

What do you love most about living in Forbes? I have the best lifestyle here, a great job and my favourite man!

What are your hobbies/passions? It goes without saying - horses; riding, breeding and training them.

If you won the lotto, how would you spend it? Pay off my mortgage, buy a beef property, invest a little.

Describe your dream holiday: Probably too old to trek in South America or India now, so checking out America would be fun I think.

Who inspires you the most? Anyone that is fair, true and determined to do good in our world.

Where is your favourite place in the world? On horseback in the bush!

What is the biggest change you would like to see in the world? Don’t start me on that one - I couldn’t choose just one. In a nutshell I’d say ‘stopping all injustice’ as it covers thousands of systemic problems in the world.

POSITION VACANT HOUSING SUPPORT WORKER SPECIALIST HOMELESSNESS SERVICE FORBES - RE-ADVERTISED CentaCare provides a broad range of innovative social services in response to the needs of communities in western NSW. We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic individual to join our Specialist Homelessness Service.

For an information package and the essential selection criteria, please visit: www.centacarewf.org.au/about-us/positionsvacant

Phone: 02 6850 1788 Email: careers@centacarewf.org.au Applications close: 5pm Friday, 4 September, 2015

Proudly part of the Catholic Social Services network and the Diocese of Wilcannia-Forbes

IMAGE: Rachael is a member for the Yoorana Gunya Family Healing Centre team.

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FLANNERY’S Pharmacy Do you know your BMI? Body mass index (BMI) is one method used to estimate your total body fat. This helps to determine if your weight is within the normal range, or if you are underweight or overweight.

Being overweight or obese can increase your risk factors for Type 2 Diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and arthritis.

If you don’t know your BMI, you can take the “30 second BMI check” at Flannery’s Pharmacy and discuss the results with the Pharmacist, Pharmacy Nurse or Weight Loss Consultant.

If you do want to lose weight, the team at Flannery’s can provide you with options including the new CSIRO weight-loss program, Impromy. The Impromy program has been developed to provide support and assist you to achieve your weight loss goals and improve your health.

Support from the specialist weight loss consultants at Flannery’s Pharmacy can have a substantial effect on your progress and results. People who visit the pharmacy weekly usually achieve their results over 30% faster than people who visit less frequently.

On the Impromy program, health reviews are conducted at regular intervals, including your first consultation, at 1 month, three months, six months and after one year. On these milestone dates your Impromy consultant will measure your weight, blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose levels. These are all key indicators of your health that can be improved with better diet, exercise and weight loss.

As Impromy is developed by the CSIRO, the program assists in introducing good eating habits for the long term so that people can maintain their weight loss.

Call in for a “30 second BMI check” and a FREE Impromy snack bar and let the team at Flannery’s Pharmacy assist you with weight loss advice and support.

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WHAT’S On 28 Aug

28 Aug

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

Donate Blood: Harold Street, behind the Cenotaph, The Mobile Blood Service is visiting Forbes from August 31 to September 2. To make an appointment contact 13 14 95.

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, 12noon, $50 – two course meal. This event is being held as part of Destination Forbes and journalist Julie Snook is the guest speaker. Tickets are available at Undercover Sleepwear.

Forbes CWA Branch Meeting: CWA Hall, Lachlan St, 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, 5.30pm to 8.30pm. The theme for this multicultural dinner is games from around the world. Please bring a plate of food to share for dinner. Please RSVP by August 31 to Anita Morrison by calling 6850 2355 or emailing anitamo@forbes.nsw.gov.au.

Forbes Show Ball: Forbes Town Hall, 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, 8pm.

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

Ridgehaven Ram Sale: On property 267 Gavin Lane, Cudal. Inspection from 10am, Auction1pm. 10 Stud Rams and 150 Flock Rams. Find out more info contact KMWL Forbes 106 Lachlan St 6852 3355, info@kmiller.com.au, www.kmiller.com.au Forbes Show: Forbes Showground. Attractions at this year’s Forbes Show include the official opening on Friday at 7pm, jousting display Friday at 5pm and 6.30pm, Fireworks on Friday from 8.30pm, Harness Racing on Saturday afternoon, Dog high jump on Saturday afternoon and Hay Stacking competition on Saturday afternoon. 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, 7pm, $10. Music by Phil Redenbach. Ladies please bring a plate for supper.

One Non Blond: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 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.

Forbes Country Music Inc: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 1pm. Walk up artists welcome. Raffles and lucky door prizes on the day. Admission Adults $5 and Children free.

Market Day: Forbes Handicraft Centre, Lachlan Street, from 9am. Items for sale include home cooking, jams, preserves, home grown fruit and vegetables, plants, handmade clothing items, woodwork and other handicrafts.

Forbes and District Foster Families Support Group Get Together: Forbes Youth and Community Centre, 10am to midday. A get together for foster carers to provide support and understanding to each other throughout Forbes and the district.

Ray White Rural Auction: Forbes Services Memorial Club, 11am. 4 rural properties up for action, for more information contact the office 6851 1911 or visit the website www.raywhiteruralforbes.com.au Eugowra Show: Eugowra Showground, Gates open 7am. 102nd Annual Eugowra Show. Attractions include Fireworks, Special ANZAC Presentation, Harness Racing, Tractor Pull, Barrell Races, Draught Horse Events, Show Ring Events, Eugowra Showgirl PLUS much more!

SAVE THE DATE Windowrie Long Lunch with Neila: 12.30pm, 3 courses matched with wines and entertainment, $120/ head. Bookings essential, tickets on sale now at www.windowrie.com.au SAVE THE DATE Dancing with the Stars of Forbes: A community event raising funds for CanAssist. 10 couples, 20 stars, a dancing spectacular. 7pm, Saturday 7th November 2015 at the Forbes Services Memorial Club.

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BE Seen

Forbes High School NAIDOC Debating Team receive their trophy.

Paige and Jake Ellison performing during Education Week.

Forbes Reading Day

Forbes Reading Day

Year 7 student Whitney Duffy at the NAIDOC Debate.

Forbes Reading Day

If you have any photos from a special event, please send them to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au

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LITTLE Black Book You’ve tried the rest - now try the best...

DAVID & TESS PYMONT Herbie, Tessa & Derek Pymont

Commercial • Industrial • Residential All work done promptly at reasonable rates

ARIF SHEEP MANURE CLEANING SERVICE • Cleans manure from under shearing sheds • Vacuum suction machine • 10 years experience

0412 281 556

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FORBES and DISTRICT • Ask for Herbie Lic No 67642 P: 6852 2407 M: 0419 495 622 45 Church Street Forbes

People travel Miles to the home of the traditional Gluten free beef sausages and home cooked products Monday - Friday 7am - 5.30pm Saturday 7am - midday

Jobs in The Central West Are you looking at HIRING? Did you know over 60% of the Australian population use Facebook?

Why not advertise on our Jobs in the Central West Facebook Page NOW

Email sarah.maynard@inxcess.com.au

Located cnr Farrand & Battye Streets

phone 6852 1355

FORBES BAPTIST CHURCH

23 Atlee Street, Forbes

Sunday Service 10am - includes Kid’s Spot, Sunday School & Morning tea Visitors are always welcome.

FORBES 0400 512 444

Patios, Rooms, Cladding, Carports BL83737C As on TV. Phone 6341 3122 www.pictonbros.com.au Hard working all-rounder with farming and warehouse experience, covering all garden and house maintenance, general laboring, and casual/fill in work. From stacking wood to cleaning toilets, no job turned down. Call Mat on 0467 290 345.

For all your small printing needs Colour, B&W, range of paper sizes.

Call into Canowindra Phoenix Office on Gaskill Street (opposite the library) for quick, easy printing or phone 6344 1846.

To place a classified ad please contact sales@forbesphoenix.com.au

COMMUNITY Notices

A Christian church committed to teaching and applying the Bible’s message.

Graeme Smith Transport

Classifieds

Unit 9/46 Sam St, Forbes Phone 6852 3777

Suppliers of LOCALLY grown and made products

Fully Serviced Laundry

Suzuki Motorcycles Sales & Spares Welcome St,Parkes 02 6862 1800

10% off all repairs for the month of August

Baa-Moo-Oink Meats

Agents for Neweys Dry Cleaning 132A Rankin St, Forbes Ph 6851 1309

mainly music

Music and movement for Children aged 0-5 and their parents/carers Two sessions: 9am & 10.30am Mondays (during school term) Facebook: mainly music Forbes

Youth Group

Mondays 6.30-8:00pm in the Church Hall All high-schoolers welcome.

Facebook: Forbes Baptist Youth Group

Pastor David Burgess

Church Office: 6851 2731 Mobile: 0429 672 737 Facebook: Forbes Baptist Church

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METRO PETROLEUM FORBES

Ben Hall Roadhouse • Home Cooked Meals • Takeaway Restaurant • Food & Coffee • Cheap Fuel • Special 9kg Gas Refills $9.99 • Come in and Experience our Food Specials • Friendly Local Truck Stop • Excellent Customer Service

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Forbes Sport

Phoenix Competition

Win a 2 week trial for you and a friend

IMAGE: The Magpies had a tough game over the weekend against Westside.

RUGBY LEAGUE

The Magpies are set to host the penultimate round of Group 11 this Sunday following surprise losses by their Reserve and Under 18s team in Dubbo last weekend.

Magpies Reserve grade team was rolled by a fiercely competitive Westside team whose win of 32-12 secured them a place in the 2015 Grand Final.

It was a shock loss for the Minor Premiers and one which they will take lessons from as they head towards the deciding round this weekend.

The Under 18s team also had a tough day on the field with only 14 men able to attend due to commitments and injury.

The Magpies were valiant in defeat going down to CYMS 22-14.

Both teams have vowed that this week will be a different story and they are planning to demonstrate the same quality of football that got both teams to their first position on the ladder.

The Magpies are inviting all supporters to get out to Spooner Oval this Sunday from 11am. Support your local rugby league teams as they defend their position.

In League Tag this weekend the Nyngan Tigers will take on the Parkes Spacemen.

Games commence at 11am.

SOCCER

In 1st Division, Forbes Gunns beat Royal Roos 4-0. The Gunns won the minor premier-

ship for 1st Division and this weekend they have a bye.

The Forbes All Stars lost to Rawson Home Raptors with a score of 4-0. The All Stars will play Lighting FC in one of the elimination games on Sunday in Forbes at 2pm.

In the 2nd Division the Forbes Bushrangers had the bye and came third in the regular competition. The Bushrangers play against the Cambridge Saints, who are second in the comp, this Sunday in Parkes at 12pm.

GOLF

Three Forbes pairs ventured to Bogan Gate on Sunday 23 August to play the Lachlan Valley District Final for the NSW Men’s Fourball Championship.

Teams from Forbes, Parkes, Condobolin, Grenfell, Peak Hill, Bogan Gate and Lake Cargelligo were entered into the par event.

The weather was not inviting and after allowing the proceedings to start, it had a quick change, drenching everybody during the first 9 holes before it settled down again.

Undaunted by nasty weather conditions and playing on some very unfamiliar surfaces, a Forbes pairing rose above the fairway puddles and the oil slick on the sand greens to record a runaway win.

Phil Maher and Marty Cahill finished the day with a score of +7 which was well ahead of the runners-up Taylor/Beasley who played in the same group and finished with a score of +3.

Not available for existing members, or with any other offer. Expires 30th September.

To enter simply fill out this form and drop it into our Forbes office at Mezzanine, our Canowindra office at 65 Gaskill Street or enter via our website www.forbesphoenix. com.au or Facebook page.

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The dull conditions on the day could not dampen an emphatic display by the Forbes pair. Phil Maher provided a solid base from which Marty Cahill launched awe-inspiring shots to carry them atop the mountain.

The other Forbes players had mixed results; Frank Hanns and Barry Parker finished in third place on +2 while Paul Pymont and Frank Donohue are still out there somewhere!

The winners will now go on to participate in the State Final which will be held at Bonneville near Coffs Harbour.

RUGBY UNION

The Forbes Platypi 2015 season came to an end on the weekend in their final round against Cowra Eagles. The Forbes First Grade team lost with a score of 47-14, the Second Grade team lost to the Eagles 68-10 and the Colts side also had a disappointing afternoon, losing 55-5.

The Platypi will be back in 2016 fighting strong for the top spots.

Next Rural Auction Day 18th September 2015 Office 6851 1911 raywhiteruralforbes.com.au