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Maggi Barnard has been with the Forbes Phoenix since 2021 and loves writing about her community.

Outlaw Team Spitwater Debut In Front Of 10,000 Fans

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

The Outlaw Team Spitwater from Forbes made its public debut in the Australian V8 Superboats in front of more than 10,000 fans in regional South Australia last month.

For Justin Roylance and his team, the event was their first real opportunity to debut their all-new Outlaw Team Spitwater package, which had been developed by two young V8 Superboat talents from JRE Race Engines.

“Our aim was to put the boat back on the trailer every run, and we achieved that.” Despite qualifying sixth fastest, Justin missed the cut for the second final after an electrical gremlin put paid to their chanc- es of making the podium. We’ll take away what we learnt and come back at Griffith over Easter looking for a podium.”

Like the Keith event in South Australia, Griffith is arguably the toughest V8 Super- boat challenge of the year.

For more information on the 2017 Australian V8 Superboat Championships, visit www.v8superboats.com.au or www.face- book.com/theoutlaw67

Just a Short Drive-Lachlan Shire

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Lachlan Shire – The Essence Of Life In The Bush

With the school holidays starting today why not take a short trip to the Lachlan Shire. Located in the heart of NSW, it is well known for its natural beauty, friendly and welcoming locals and relaxed bush lifestyle.

The towns in the shire capture the essence of life in the bush. Condobolin is the largest town with a population of almost 4,000, followed by Lake Cargelligo and Tottenham and then the villages of Tullibigeal, Burcher, Albert and Fifield.

Condo is home to singer Shannon Noll. He filmed the video clip for his first single, What About Me?, in Condo.

Condo, as it is commonly known, is the home of the Karie people with the lower Lachlan region considered to be the heartbeat of the Wiradjuri Nation. The Wiradjuri people are also know as the people of the three rivers. They have inhabited modern day NSW for at least 40,000 years.

At the time of European colonisation, there were an estimated 3,000 Wiradjuri living in the region. This country extends from the Great Dividing Range in the east and is bordered by the Macquarie, Lachlan and Murrumbidgee Rivers.

The Wiradjuri nation is the largest in NSW and second largest geographically in Australia. Lachlan Shire Council is positioned in Wiradjuri Country with one in six people identifying as Aboriginal.

The Wiradjuri Cultural Centre is located on the corner of Cunningham Street and McDonnell Street in Condobolin. It was constructed for the express purpose of promoting the study and understanding of Wiradjuri culture. The centre offers a lo- cal hub for training, development, employ- ment, cultural appreciation and cultural awareness. There is also an art gallery and a yarn up space for visitors to gather and enjoy the environment. Local Aboriginal art and products are available for purchase from the gallery.

The Western Plains Regional Development building houses a traditional basket weaving display made by local artist Bev Coe. Also on display are stone artefacts collected by local man Stan Dodgson and a permanent display of Aboriginal family history, which will be of interest to history buffs.

Another attraction Condo is famous for is the Utes in the Paddock, an outdoor gallery located 3km down the Mulguthrie Road near Ootha. Various models of Holden utes act as a canvas for the completion of high quality uteworks that celebrate bush life in Australia. The collection features some of Australia’s best known artists including

John Murray, Shane Gehlert, Peter Brown, Adaum Cullen and Codo’s own local artist Karen Tooth. Lachlan Shire is looking to locate the utes to a more high profile location in the near future.

Sleeping under the stars is a part life in the Lachlan Shire and with the amazing night skies, you will not be disappointed. Whether it’s pitching a tent, setting up a camper trailer or experiencing the cara- van or motorhome camp experience, the Lachlan Shire caters for all visitors includ- ing freedom campers at Gumbend Lake in Condo, Dead Man’s Point and Frogs Hollow in Lake Cargelligo to name a few. There are many caravan parks to choose from, including Gum Bend at Condo, and Frogs Hollow at Lake Cargelligo. All towns and villages are RV friendly.

There are also motels and hotels for ac- commodation. The Lake Cargelligo Motel is a small 10 room motel run by local couple Mark and Ingrid Stenhouse and is within easy walking distance of the main street and shops.

Lake Cargelligo is an unexpected oasis in central NSW and its beauty and tran- quility has remained unspoilt. It’s a perfect place to stop, stay and indulge in a range of wonderful water activities including ski- ing, sailing, fishing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming.

It is a spectacular location and the show- piece of the largest inland lake system in NSW with a volume of 36,000 mega litres, a surface area of 1,440 hectares and an average depth of 3.7 metres. Part of Lake Cargelligo is a bird sanctuary, making it very popular for bird watching.

There are around 230 bird species in the Lachlan Shire of which 60 species visit on annual migrations.

The inland rivers and lakes provide some of the best fresh water angling in the region with sought after species such as Murray cod. Golden and silver perch, redfin and catfish are also a big attraction for many catch and release anglers. Many of the riverbanks in the area are shaded by tall red gum trees, many of which have Aboriginal scars and markings.

There are a range of museums in both Condo and Lake Cargelligo, including the Condo Historical Museum, the Condo Railway Museum and the Lake Cargel- ligo Historical Society Museum. The Condo Community Centre Craft shop offers handmade craft items, souvenirs and locally made relish, jam and pickles.

In Condo you have a variety of places to choose from to have a meal or just a coffee. Café Romo is a quirky little coffee shop in the main street with a friendly atmosphere and most importantly, good coffee.

Another place to drop in for a bite is the Condo RSL, which has specials each day of the week in its Bistro as well as offering TAB, Keno and Sky and Fox Channels for the sporting enthusiasts.

If you have time for shopping you will find a good variety from a flower shop with lots of extras to furniture, gifts and home- wares, watches and jewellery.

There is lots to discover in the Lachlan Shire.

Snippets

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Spirit of the ANZAC: Year 9 students from Forbes High School travelled to Orange re- cently to see the Spirit of the ANZAC Cen- tenary Experience. The exhibition contains various interactive displays, which allowed students to take a self-guided tour through 12 different zones; each zone representing a different aspect of Australia’s involve- ment in World War I. The students learned how and why Australia became involved in the war, they saw first hand experiences from young men and women involved in the war and the aftermath it had on Aus- tralia and the young people who fought to defend it.

Jemalong Residential Village Expansion: The expansion of Catholic Health- care’s Jemalong Residential Village and its merger with Mater Aged Care has been officially approved. The development will bring together two of the longest serving aged care services in Forbes, adding new retirement living dwellings that are modern with integrated aged care services.

Construction will start mid-2017, at the existing Jemalong Residential Village lo- cation on Edwards Street for a state-of- the-art integrated aged care campus, 36 private rooms, a dementia specific space, chapel and a new retirement living village consisting of 20 units. There will also be modern health and wellness spaces, dining areas, an activities room and communal gathering spaces.

Stage one is scheduled to open in mid- 2018. Please call 1800 551 834 if you are interested in learning more.

Here’s your chance to fly: Plummeting towards the ground at 180km an hour from 14,000 feet above. The Phoenix is sending a reporter to see what all the fuss is about. Skydiving is a popular bucket list item and there is a good reason why – the adrenaline rush of free falling is but one. Bucket loads of emotions enter while dangling from a plane and then falling towards earth: excitement, fear, adrenaline, more fear, excitement, awe, gratitude, exhilaration and pure amazement!

Adrenaline junkie or not, skydiving is a chance to overcome your fears and feel free. Places still available this weekend to Skydive in Dubbo with Skydive Oz. www. skydiveoz.com.au/skydive-dubbo/

Forbes Phoenix Sales: Our Reporter Dianne Collie is now also doing sales in Forbes. Please contact her on 0414 643 250 or on reporter@forbesphoenix.com.au for a quote, to discuss options or any other information you would need to advertise in The Forbes Phoenix.

Sports Shorts

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

2017 CLUBSNSW ACADEMY GAMES

Cameron McMillan of Forbes is taking part for the Western Region Academy of Sport (WRAS) at the 2017 ClubsNSW Academy Games on the Central Coast this weekend. Cameron is taking part in golf.

CROQUET

There was a great turnout for golf croquet last Tuesday, but surprisingly few members turned out on Saturday for Aussie croquet. They were perhaps afraid of April Fools day!

Tuesdays Golf Croquet produced five people with clean sweeps of three games each: Veva MacCullagh, John MacCullagh, Bob Murray, Bill Scott and Lorraine Todd. Congratulations to you all.

On Saturday, in a small field of 15 play- ers, there was only one clean sweep of three games, which went to Veva MacCul- lagh who played three exceptional games along with her three partners. Congratulations Veva. By Anne Stewart

GOLF

With a lot of sunshine and hard work by the greens staff, the golf course was returned to a full 18-holes layout for last Saturday’s Individual Stableford.

The A-division winner was Andrew McDonald with 44 points, followed by Niel Mc- Millan with 42 points. The B-division winner was Peter Tisdell, 41 points. After a count back Geoff Coles was relegated to runner- up with 41 points. Nearest the pins went to 9th: B Everest, and 18th: S Sallaway. The ball sweep went to 35 points on count back.

Sunday’s Stableford Medley was won by Mary Ewing with 43 points. Nearest the pins were 9th: J Haley and 18th: J Hurkett.

The Grand Final for the 2016-17 Sixes competition is on Sunday with tee off at 2 pm. By Short Putt

Question of the Week

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

What is it about Armstrong Siddeley cars that appeal to you the most?

Phil Irwin: I am from Berambing in the Blue Mountains and spending time in the Central West on the bushranger trail. I was thrilled to find this rally. I really like the wood grained dashboards – and the size of the engines!

Margaret and Fred Vogelsang: These cars have so many magnificent features, are of such quality and are extremely elegant. We particularly like the bonnet emblems of the sphinx – and they are different on every model!

Don Rath, and Bev and Lloyd Gerdes: We have never heard of these cars, however we are impressed with the preselected gear box which was so advanced for the era as well as the unusual colours, especially the aqua and the cream.

Be Seen…

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Armstrong Siddley enthusiasts and owners Margaret and David Whittem from Canberra and Sandy Cameron from Melbourne enjoyed the Concours d’Elegance at the Forbes Town Hall on Saturday morning.

Mayor Graeme Miller handed over the 2017 Youth Com- munity Award to Rosie Yapp at the Youth Awards on Tuesday night.

Time To Bring Out The Quilts

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

We all want our home to be a haven, a place of rest and comfort, an escape from the world.

1. Refresh your decor

Autumn colours are traditionally fiery, earthy, golden and natural. It’s easy to add pops of colour and texture without having to redo rooms from top to bottom.

2. Keep it simple

Clear away items that are jarring or clutter- ing, leaving only the things that work harmo- niously together. Removing a window cov- ering will maximise light in winter, and make your room appear less busy.

3. Make a sanctuary

Find your perfect place to escape from the bustle and clamour of everyday. Make it an autumn goal to get more sleep!

4. Bring out the quilts

Quilts keep you neither too warm nor too cold. Give them an airing, perhaps a wash with a sensitive laundry detergent on a deli- cate cycle and drying in a shady place.

5. Update your menu

As the nights get colder, salads lose their summery appeal. Fill your kitchen with the rich aroma of a slow-cooked stew or soup – it will be nourishing in more ways than one. Keep fresh vegies and herbs close by so that you’re not tempted to turn to junk food as the weather cools.

6. Plan family time

We all know how important it is to turn off electronic devices and sit down for meals as

a family. Think about moving the television away from the dining area.

Set up your backyard (or family room) as a mini cinema. If it’s a little chilly, hand out some blankets and snuggle up for a night of outdoor cosiness.

7. Light candles

Scented candles in aromatic fragrances like cinnamon, sugar cookie or chai will improve your mood and will fill your home with delicious seasonal spice.

Lighting a candle while bathing will en- hance your sense of calmness and ability to relax and regroup.

8. Install a fire pit

With styles to suit every space, fire pits are fast becoming an integral part of Australian entertaining outside in the cooler months.

9. Plant a tree

Consider planting your own deciduous tree so you can appreciate this autumn delight firsthand. Maples (Acer) are popular and grow well from Sydney to Perth. There is a huge range of leaf shapes and colours, making them a stunning addition to any garden.

10. Clean up outside

If summer has seen an accumulation of kids’ bikes, pool toys, deck chairs and wilt- ed pot plants, now is the time to clean up. Falling autumn leaves look great, use them to spread leaf piles over garden beds and in your compost.

(Source: houzz.com.au)

Mayoral Notes

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

There has been a number of swimming club members from Forbes competing in championships in Canberra and Sydney. During our recent visit to Sydney, Maureen and I were privileged to watch a number of our young people from the western region competing at the aquatic centre at Olympic Park. My cousin’s grandson Tom Mattiske was among those we saw swim and he did very well.

On the weekend we had the Armstrong Siddeley Car Club of Australia host their rally in Forbes. I attended the presentation dinner on Sunday night and it was a very pleasant evening getting to know the members. Our Council staff were given a great wrap on the way they helped them organise the rally and they were very impressed with the support they received from Forbes Shire Council.

The Forbes Triathlon Festival was a great event on Saturday from all reports I have received. We hope to continue this great partnership into the future.

It’s Youth Week this week and there have been some fantastic events for the youth of our town including colour runs for Forbes High School and Red Bend Catholic College as well as a Youth Week Awards presentation night. Tonight is the last event for the week with Youthfest being held at King George V Park from 6pm.

Tomorrow night Forbes is hosting the Lions Youth of the Year NSW State Final. The Lions Youth of the Year is a very important program that recognises the leaders of the future.

Mayor Graeme Miller

Kinesio Tape: Help Or Hype?

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

In 2008 Kinesio tape (K tape) was donated to 58 countries for use during the Olympic Games. By the 2016 Olympic Games it was hard to miss; brightly coloured strips of tape decorating the arms, legs and torsos of many high profile athletes. With this exposure, the use of K tape has become increasingly popular amongst the general population. The question must be asked – does it really work?

In a nutshell, K tape is brightly coloured, stretchy tape that is designed to stick to the skin. Proponents of K tape claim the adhe- sive backing on the tape lifts the skin, creating channels of less pressure. They claim it increases blood flow and lymphatic drainage and reduces pressure on nerves, muscles, tendons, stimulates mechano-receptors, improves sporting performance and decreases swelling and pain after injury.

The inconvenient truth for any K tape believer is that for every research paper that shows a positive effect there is another one that shows little or no effect. Numerous systematic reviews have analysed the research data and none have reached any firm conclusions.

Many therapists will argue; if the athlete thinks it helps with pain and performance why not use it? I do not agree. If pain is helped by the use of K tape then it is unlikely there was significant tissue damage in the first place. In this case, tape isn’t needed and shouldn’t be used as a crutch.

Sure, an athlete may feel better after putting some tape on but I prefer the athlete to get better and back to sport by moving without fear. For the fitness of you.

Linda Reilly

What Makes Western Red Cedar Attractive For Your Timber Windows And Doors?

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Western Red Cedar is a popular and durable timber that is sought after due to its beauty and durability.

It is a timber that remains stable under most weather conditions and is not prone to shrinking or swelling. This means it holds its shape and ensures longevity despite exposure to cold, heat, rain and other environmental factors.

As a low-density timber that offers very good thermal insulation, it helps with heating and cooling efficiency, reducing electricity costs and making a home more environmentally friendly and sustainable.

Its versatility enables it to be used for both internal and external applications.

Western Red Cedar is visually beautiful with rich and inviting colours.

It has a fine texture and straight grain with growth rings often visible. The durable yet soft properties let the material take very well to being stained and polished.

Furthermore Western Red Cedar’s natural preservatives provide resistance to fungus and insects. The wood is protected against termites, woodborers and fungus that can dramatically affect alternative timber options.

Western Red Cedar is a stylish and practical material option with natural appeal, superior structural performance and elemental protection.

For more information about Western Red Cedar, phone Glassplace on 6862 2346 or visit the showroom at 4 Clarke St Parkes to see the Western Red Cedar on display.

Parkes Phoenix Editor

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