Last Saturday night at Wentworth Park, Forbes trainer Jack Smith did the treble when kennel mates Jungle Deuce, Irinka Molly and Dip It In all won their respective races. Jungle Deuce sizzled in the best time of the night rocketing to 29.49 over 520m. Jungle Deuce is considered by many to be the hottest young prospect in training and he may have equalled his previous best of 29.31 if not for checking eventual second place getter Ritza Coen at box rise.
Firsts Win But Seconds Fall Short
RUGBY IS BACK: The Central West Blowes Menswear Rugby Competition returned on the weekend as Forbes battled old foe Cowra in Round 1 at Forbes.
They say “winning starts in the front office” and if last weekend’s Forbes Platypi Rugby Union Club Sponsor’s Day is anything to go by season 2021 is already a win.
From food vendors and a carnival atmosphere to a packed house all there to support local rugby, in ideal conditions – the day was a cracking way to start the new season.
Forbes Platypi 1st Grade side started off their Blowes Menswear Central West Rug-by Union title ambitions with a win for their sponsors over a gallant Cowra side 33-8 in Forbes last weekend.
After a year of little to no local sport, Grinstead Oval was awash with Platypi fans on the weekend in what was a tremendous game that saw the Platypi prove too classy for the 2019 strugglers.
The Platypi, who have been one of the more fancied sides in the competition over recent seasons were expected to make light work of lowly Cowra in firsts and the tale of the tape read as such as Forbes forward pack began to assert its dominance on the scoreboard to go with their glut of possession.
Forbes looked to stamp their authority from the outset again in the second half, never letting their neighbours into the contest with slick set plays and hunger in a pleasing sign before the big trip to Orange to face the Emu’s in what promises to be an exciting tussle between the old arch rivals.
Forbes 2nd Grade meanwhile will be left rueing a raft of missed opportunities in a narrow 17-14 loss to Cowra. Despite the tight defeat, there is plenty of reason for optimism.
In a see-sawing affair where both sides weren’t prepared to give an inch, only a penalty goal separated the two teams after the full-time siren.
Sharing The Wiradjuri Language
The resumption of the “Ngiyang Burambabirra” project (Language sharing), which was delayed due to COVID-19, saw Forbes, Bogan Gate, Trundle, Tullamore and Peak Hill join Caragabal, Bedgerabong and Parkes schools, preschools, libraries and homework centres finally receive a Wiradjuri language package.
The long-term project was in collaboration with Sisters of Mercy (Parkes), Galari-Lachlan Reconciliation Group, Forbes Wiradjuri Language Group, CMOC Northparkes mine, Forbes Aboriginal and Community Working Party, Forbes Shire Council, Wiradjuri Condobolin Corporation and the Department of Primary Industries & Environment in Cowra.
Education packs included – Wiradjuri Dictionary, “Yindyamarra Yambuwan” (15 minute Wiradjuri language film on ‘respecting everything’) DVD, Embossed language notebook supplied by Wiradjuri Condobolin Corporation and Wiradjuri language pen.
Cricket Wrapped For Season
A big congrats to the Globe for making it three A Grade titles in a row after a 27 run win in the grand final recently. Lead by Jack Cole with a well compiled 40, Globe finished at 5/144 and restricted Trundle to 117 in reply. Coopa Martin finished with 2/14.
Successful Event For Forbes Auto Sports Club
Forbes Auto Sports Club staged its first-ever championship meeting on April 10 and 11 with the running of the 2021 NSW Senior Track Championships. From all reports the club put on a great event, congratulations to all volunteers and participants.
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BEDGERABONG CAMPOUT: Bedgerabong will not only stage Australia’s Biggest Bogan Festival on June 11-13 but it will also stage the Bedgerabong Country Music Campout from October 5-10.
Local Country Music Scene Abuzz: Forbes Country Music Club held a COVID friendly event at the Gooloogong Hotel last weekend and from all reports the live music was a real treat and went down well with the great menu and the locals. The FCMC usually hold events at Club Forbes but due to the pandemic had to hold the event at Gooloogong.
In other country music news, the Bedgerabong Country Music Campout will be going ahead this year from Tuesday, October 5 to Sunday October 10 at the Bedgerabong Showgrounds. The campout is set to feature performances from Paul Costa, Marie Hodsen, Aleyce Simonds, Stephen Cheney and many more.
For further details please contact President Wendy Dixon on 02 6852 4085, email: forbescountrymusicclub@gmail.com or follow on facebook: friendsofcountrymusicinforbes.
Central NSW JO Council Frustrated At Reports: Mayors across the region have expressed their disappointment hearing reports there were an extra 3-5 hours added to visitors’ journeys over the Easter long weekend.
“It’s frustrating to hear, and it affects our reputation, we don’t want to deter folk from coming back, we need to fast track a safe swift link from Sydney to Central NSW” said Cr John Medcalf OAM, Chair of Central NSW Joint Organisation, Mayor of Lachlan Shire Council. The Central NSW JO Councils are seeking to work with the Western Sydney Councils and key stakeholders for solutions before the next Federal election.
Cash Injection For Ag Shows: More Australian Government support for COVID affected agricultural shows and field days is on its way for 110 events around the country to help them recover. Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management David Littleproud said $710,818 in supplementary expense claims has been approved under the Sup-porting Agricultural Shows and Field Days program. “Almost $34 million has already gone out to the 378 shows and field days approved for funding for costs paid from 1 July 2019 to 30 June 2020,” Minister Littleproud said. “These events are at the heart of our rural and regional communities and help farmers stay competitive by sharing innovation and new ways of doing business. For more information on the Supporting Agricultural Shows and Field Days program visit www.agriculture.gov.au/ag-farm-food/infrastructure/supporting-ag-shows.
EXTRA FUNDING: Some $34 million has been invested into agricultural shows across the country in the wake of fires, floods and a pandemic.
Celebrating Youth Week
Forbes will celebrate what’s great about our amazing young people with a series of events planned to bring the whole community together to celebrate Youth Week. Celebrations will be held across Australia and in Forbes the festival begins on Friday April 16 with Obstacool in Lions Park.
This year’s Youth Week celebrations wraps up with a Super Mega Fun Day on 24 April with a concert featuring local performers. This event has fun for all ages with a mechanical bull, climbing rock wall and a bungee run. Awards will be presented for; Youth Citizen of the Year, Sports Volunteer and Brighter Future Awards.
• Obstacool: On Friday 10am – 2 pm 16th April 2021, Lions Park will be the place to be. The inflatable course includes wedges, inflatable tyre run plus our feature attraction, Big Bopper!
• Sweet Three Movie night: On Saturday 17th April 2021 between 6pm – 8pm an outdoor movie screening will be held at Lions Park.
• Pedal Boats: On Saturday 17th April 2021 there will be four-pedal boats at Lions Park from 10am – 2pm.
• Movie Night: On Friday 23rd April between 6pm – 9pm Forbes Shire Council will be holding an outdoor movie night featuring the comedy “The Heat”.
• Super Mega Fun Day: To complete the celebrations a Youth Concert will be held at Lions Park on Saturday 24th April 2021 10am – 2pm. The park will be filled with entertainment such as rock climbing walls, mechanical bull, bungee run, paddleboats, giant games and food vans.
• 2021 Youth Awards: The announcement of the official Youth Week Awards will also take place during the day.
For more information see Forbes Shire Council’s Facebook page, website or call 6850 2300.
George Wright Shield This Saturday
The question was recently raised, is there a better rivalry in country rugby league than Forbes Magpies vs Parkes Spacemen? While you could stack an argument for many from Wee Waa and Narrabri to Orange and Bathurst, this Saturday April 17 from 2pm the next chapter in this fierce but friendly rivalry will be written when both sides take the field to contest the annual George Wright Snr Memorial Shield at Spooners Oval.
Both clubs have decided it is only fitting to remember the life of life long supporter George Wright with a memorial shield to be played annually as the pre-season game between Forbes and Parkes.
George was a long-time friend, supporter and water boy for many years for the Parkes Spaceman. Well known in racing and rugby league circles in the Central West, George’s life will be annually celebrated through this memorial game.
George’s wife Leanne, children George jnr and Bianca as well as grandkids will be in attendance to help celebrate the occasion.
The match-ups on display are worth their weight in gold – Maguire vs Tago, Porter vs Greenhalgh and Dwyer vs Andrews among some of the highlights in what should be a great day of rugby league.
There will be full bar & canteen facilities available, jumping castle for the kids, raffles, 100 clubs and merchandise on sale. The program starts at 2pm.
The Magpies and Spaceman also invite all players, sponsors and supporters to a BBQ dinner and presentation of the shield at the Post Office Hotel from 7.30pm after the games.
Frost And Fire Back For 2021
FIRED UP: Forbes Mayor Phyllis Miller is excited about the 2021 edition of Frost and Fire – one of Forbes Shire’s signature tourism events.
Forbes Shire Council’s signature tourism event Frost and Fire will be Saturday 19 June 2021 from 4-10pm. The winter solstice celebrates the symbolism of fire, light, and the moon and this Frost and Fire event will feature entertainment under the stars.
“We are so excited to bring you this incredible event again this year,” said Forbes Shire Council Mayor Phyllis Miller.
“We have the perfect location here in Forbes, the Ski Dam, surrounded by water and beautiful parkland. Set under a beautiful starlit sky with amazing line up of talent, it will be a night to remember!”
Local acts Gracey Jones and the Fog Pilots will share the stage with renowned music icon Bob Evans taking centre stage as the main act – ARIA winning alter ego of Jebediah front man Kevin Mitchell.
“The night will be full of entertainment with Wiradjuri cultural performances, fire stunt performer Walter Whip and the Flame, John Buttagig who plays two guitars simultaneously and is also a ‘Jon Snow’ looka-like for all the Game of Thrones fans,” said Mayor Miller.
“Council is currently seeking expressions of interest from food vendors and submissions close 16 April 2021,” she said.
“Public health orders restrict the number of people allowed. There is no cost, the event is free of charge, but entry will be denied if you do not have a ticket.”
Tickets are essential and can be reserved through: www.123tix.com.au/events/16786/frost-and-fire
Give It A Go This Seniors Festival
BIG CROWD: If the 2019 event is anything to go by, big crowds are expected to the Town Hall for Sunday’s Senior’s Concert.
Forbes Shire Council “Give It A Go” Seniors Festival for 2021 has been in full swing this week. The festival went ahead with COVIDSafe protocols in place to ensure everyone’s safety.
The week-long celebration opened up a raft of activities and entertainment for the young at heart to try.
“Once again we are thrilled to be able to offer this incredible range of activities to the seniors of Forbes,” Cr Phyllis Miller OAM, Mayor of Forbes, said.
“Especially after 2020, it is great to be able to bring this Festival back to the people.”
Events began on Tuesday 13 April with the Croquet at Halpins Flat followed on by Tai Chi at the Forbes Youth and Community Centre.
The week continued with workshops at the Men’s Shed, dancing at the Forbes Youth and Community Centre and concludes with the very popular Seniors Vari-ety Concert at Town Hall on Sunday April 18 (10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm).
Entry is a gold coin donation, and all proceeds will be donated to the Forbes Red Cross NSW Branch.
The concert will feature some amazing entertainment from local performers including Maz Rees, Martin Rein, Kimberley Ryan, Laurie Norris, Joseph Pereira and Forbes Seniors Singers.
Due to the popularity of the concert, there will be two sessions; morning and afternoon, each catered for accordingly.
There are limited numbers, so booking is essential by calling Council on 02 6850 2300 or emailing events@forbes.nsw.gov.au.
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