Parkes Phoenix Editor

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

Medallists Go Low

June 10, 2022 by Short Putt

The Forbes Golf Club saw 68 men play the Monthly Medal, sponsored by BWR Accountants & Advisors, last Saturday.

The course had little run but the putts ran well, contributing to the low scores set by the medal winners.

Dan Bayley won the A-grade on count back from Neil McMillan, with both having finished on 72 nett. Dan was level with par after 12 holes, while Neil was only 3-over after nine holes.

Andy Cogswell claimed the B-grade with 67 nett. He had a handy lead over Richard Smith (69 nett). Both players put in a better round than they had managed over recent weeks.

The C-grade was won by a rising junior Reggie Murray. He had the best score of the day with a 66 nett, and well ahead of Nick Ryan on 69 nett. Both played steady golf with each only having one blemish on their cards.

The NTP’s went to: 9th – Jordan Brett; 18th – Michael Spice. The 3rd hole super pin went to Mike Spice with a shot to 3.5 metres. He was in one of the last groups and just snuck inside Paul Kay.

The Ball Sweep went to 76 nett on count back, so check in the Pro Shop to see if you managed that. The visitors included Nadeem Ash (Duntryleague) and Stephen Edwards (Bogan Gate) who both struggled a bit.

Nominations are still open for the Can Assist Golf tomorrow. Contact the Pro Shop on 6851 1554 to get your name down and help determine catering numbers.

Across the long weekend there are Stableford Medley competitions on Sunday and Monday, so get out and enjoy some fresh air while having some good competition.

By Short Putt

Snippets…

June 10, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Pop into the Forbes Handicraft Shop for a wide variety of homemade items. Jan Facey was hard at work in the shop this week.

Double Demerits: A reminder to all motorists that double demerit points will come into force this long weekend from today, 10th June until Monday, 13th June (inclusive) for all speeding, mobile phone, seatbelt and motorcycle helmet offences. Parkes Highway Patrol Sergeant Martin Ling said Police would also be targeting the ‘four Ds’ – drink, drug, dangerous and distracted driving. “Our message is to be patient, obey the road rules and drive to conditions. “There will be more Police on the road which means a greater chance of drivers being caught if they are doing the wrong thing.” The illegal use of a mobile phones will be picked up with mobile phone detection cameras with fines of $352 and 10 demerits. Restricted licences holders including learner, P1 and P2 drivers and riders are not permitted to use their phone at all, including the use of hands-free and Bluetooth functions.

Mayors Agree On Changes for Rural Health: A total of 15 positive changes were agreed upon when the Mayors of Central NSW met at the end of last month for the Country Mayors Association (CMR) Rural Health Forum in Sydney. They discussed the recommendations of the Legislative Council report into health outcomes and access to health and hospital services in rural, regional and remote NSW. Chair of the Country Mayors Association Cr Ken Keith OAM of Parkes said: “We would like the government to consider including short-term measures to improve rural health including the development of systems to maintain the retention of internees in rural areas and to get international doctors into rural communities. In the long-term, we need to look at establishing more medical schools to train doctors in rural regions.” It was resolved that the government will collaborate on the issue of doctor shortages in the rural health system.

Nominate A Tradie: Our exciting Tradie of the Month competition, sponsored by Gunn’s Menswear, kicked off last week. Readers are invited to nominate a tradie, male or female, to go into the draw for the Tradie of the Month. The winner each month will win a prize from Gunn’s Menswear. Simply drop into Gunn’s Menswear at 83 Rankin Street to nominate a tradie, or message the Gunn’s Menswear facebook page, or send us an email at editor@forbesphoenix.com.au. The closing date for this month is Monday, 27th June.

Author Justin Smith will be at the Forbes Library on 21st June at 1pm to talk about his book Cooper Not Out.

22 Junior Platypi Players At State Championships

June 10, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

STRONG CLUB…The Forbes Rugby Union Club has 22 Central West representatives playing at 2022 NSW State Championships this weekend. They are at the back (L-R) Zac Fraser (15s), Patrick Ryan (15s), Oliver Walker (15s), Reece Matheson (14s), Harry Whitty (16s), Angus Irvine (14s) and Jack Smyth (14s). Middle (L-R) Thompson Hurford (13s), Ash Kennedy (13s), Mitch Stocks (12s), Snow Hodder (12s), Will Watson (12s) and Aurora Farrelly (14s girls). In front are (L-R) Teddy Mundy (13s), Bobby Mundy (13s), Mac Glasson (12s), Beau Wheeldon (12s) and Matthew Wallace (12s). (Absent: Geordie Duncan (16s), Beau Stocks (15s), Alice Mattiske (16s girls), Dempsey O’Connell (14s).

A large contingent of junior players of the Forbes Rugby Union Club will be flying the flag for our town this long weekend at the 2022 NSW State Championships held in several locations including Dubbo and Orange. No less than 22 junior Forbes Platypi players were selected in seven Central West Representative sides.

“I don’t think we’ve ever had so many representatives in the club’s history,” said Craig Bruem, Junior Club President.

“We have a lot of talent in our club, and having so many representatives come as a result of the club’s long history of a strong culture of representation.”

Craig attributed the success of the talented youngsters also to the club’s coaches and countless volunteers who helped out every weekend. “Representing the Central West is a huge achievement and a great honour as teams are formed from all over the region,” said Craig.

In the Boys 12s team are Matthew Wallace, Mac Glasson, Mitch Stocks, Snow Hodder and Will Watson; Boys 13s: Thompson Hurford, Ash Kennedy, Teddy Mundy and Bobby Mundy; Boys 14s: Reece Matheson, Angus Irvine, Jack Smyth and Dempsey O’Connell; Girls 14s: Aurora Farrelly; Boys 15s: Zac Fraser, Patrick Ryan, Oliver Walker and Beau Stocks; Boys 16s: Harry Whitty and Geordie Duncan; Girls 16s: Alice Mattiske.

They will be playing up to five games in the round robin tournament over the course of the weekend.

‘Brooklyn’ Garden Party A Success

June 10, 2022 by Sue Cunningham

Amy, who was in charge of selling raffle tickets, with the winner Ann Nixon.

We all know that plants are good for us. They help purify the air, boost our moods, and can even help us focus better.

Oftentimes, growing plants is a complicated process that discourages some of us to pursue the hobby.

On Saturday, 21st May, Helen and Kingsley Green threw open the gates of their property Brooklyn to allow lovers of nature, unsuccessful gardeners and green thumbs alike, to spend an afternoon walking, relaxing and socialising in their lovely expansive garden.

The event was a fundraiser for Forbes CWA Evening Branch to raise desperately needed funds for local projects which the branch supports and for the NSW CWA Flood Relief fund assisting those devastated by floods in northern NSW.

“It was a great opportunity for many to reconnect with friends, get out of the house or just look at a beautiful garden and amazing garden art created by Kingsley,” said vice-president of the CWA Evening Branch Karen Wright.

“We were lucky to have such a lovely afternoon. Guests were able to vote and then relax”, she said.

Branch members made cakes and slices for the afternoon tea provided for the garden lovers who attended to support our cause.

“It was fantastic to see so many visitors,” said Lesley Teale, CWA member. “It’s a tribute to the Greens and we want to thank them for their generosity in allowing us this opportunity.”

Thanks also to Inland Rail for providing some much-needed resources.

By Sue Cunningham

Off-Leash Dog Park At Lake

June 10, 2022 by Brett Sale

The site for the off-leash dog park is proposed to be situated next to Colin Mackenzie Park.

That pup of yours could soon score a whole bunch of new places to sniff, socialise and play with the Forbes Shire Council announcing plans to create an off-leash dog park.

The proposed site is located off Riley Street, corner of the Forbes Sports and Recreation Club, and next to Colin Mackenzie Park.

“I am really excited by the potential of this location for the dog park, it is a large, long space which is accessible from the walking track and close to Wheogo Park for campers,” said Forbes Shire Council Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM. “We are so pleased to be able to commence with this project as it is a community priority.”

The Mayor said a dedicated dog park was another valuable addition to our beautiful lake and recreation facilities in town. “To have this so close to our Lake Forbes precinct is a value add for the community and visitors alike.”

Forbes Shire Council’s Planning and Growth Department will develop a plan for the 22m x 44m location to include fencing, safe entrance points and dedicated areas for large and small dogs.

“This site can be fenced in, it is very accessible and suitably sized. I think dog owners will welcome this excellent space with plenty of trees and shade,” Phyllis said.

Council will be talking to key stakeholders, user groups and neighbours to ensure the design and use of the park is compatible with how this part of the lake is used currently.

By Brett Sale

Our Gal – Vivienne Terry

June 10, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

How long have you lived in or around Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Forbes for the majority of my life. I enjoy seeing familiar faces everywhere I go.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about where you work? I work in my family’s business Terry Bros Carpet Court. I have been here on and off for five years in between having babies. I also run my own business from home – Two Little Cookies where I create bespoke sugar cookies.

What do you do to unwind on weekends? I enjoy spending time with my husband and two little boys, cooking and catching up with friends.

What makes you laugh the most? The random little things 3 and 4 year olds say.

What’s on your bucket list? To see more of our beautiful country.

Tell us an interesting fact about yourself? My Pa taught me to say the alphabet backwards before I was five!

If money was no object, what would you do with your time? Travel and visit family and friends.

What was your first job? Working at the Wan Wah Chinese restaurant. I got enough money for phone credit that week and a free lunch special!

Croquet Players Get Out Despite Cold

June 10, 2022 by Pegging Out

We had 25 players for Aussie Croquet on an overcast day last Saturday, and two guests, Cathy Coles and Robert Kimble. There were two winners of three games, Kevin Rubie and Barry White.

Big Winners: 14 – 9 Marie Spry and Neville Spry; 14 – 10 Lyn Simmonds and John Allegri, Kevin Rubie and Noel Jolliffe, Cheryle Toohey and Barry White, Kevin Rubie and Robert Kimble, John Cole and Lyn Simmonds.

Close Games: John Job and Barry White 14 Robert Kimble and Tony Thomson 13; Jill Rubie and Peter West 14; Colleen Liebich and Noel Jolliffe 13; Colleen Liebich and Jill Rubie 14; Robin Pols and Noel Jolliffe 12; Peter West and Elvy Quirk 14; John Browne 12; John Browne and John Job 14; John Farah and John Allegri 12; Kevin Rubie and Jeff Liebich 14; Joan Littlejohn and Cheryle Toohey 11; Tony Thomson and Barry White 14; Merv Langfield and Marie Spry 11; Elvy Quirk and Cheryle Toohey 14; John Cole and Joan Littlejohn 11; Colleen Liebich and Alex Todd 14; Robin Pols 11; John Farah and Robert Kimble 14; Lyn Simmonds and Neville Spry 11

On Tuesday we had 34 players for Golf Croquet on a semi-pleasant winter’s morning. There were five players who won three games: May Jones, Elvy Quirk, Mal Smith, Tony Thomson and Bill Scott.

Big Winners: 10 – 3 Noel Jolliffe and Geoff Coles; 9 – 4 Jeff Liebich and Bill Scott

Close Games (some results):

• Colleen Liebich and Sally Perry 7 John Browne and Neville Spry 6;
• John Job and Mal Smith 7 Ray Burridge and Sue Jolliffe 6;
• May Johns 7 Dorelle Scott 6;
• Lorraine Todd and Bill Scott 7 Lyn Simmonds and John Allegri 6;
• John Farah and Elvy Quirk 7 Robin Pols and Jenny Job 6;
• Iren Ford and Alex Todd 7; Rex Toole and Allan Jones 6;
• Neville Spry and Tony Thomson 7 Colleen Liebich and Ray Burridge 6;
• John Allegri and Merv Langfield 7 John Cole and Jenny Job 6;
• Bruce Field 7 Merv Langfield and John Farah 6;
• Kevin Rubie and John Job 7 Robin Pols and Lyn Simmonds 6

By Pegging Out

Sydney’s Hottest Men Live On Stage!

June 10, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

IMAGE CREDIT: https://sydneyhotshots.com/

The hunks from Sydney Hotshots will be in Forbes to sizzle and seduce for one night with a brand-new killer show at the Forbes Services Club on Thursday, 23rd June!

The two-hour production is a visual feast, choreographed and developed by Australia’s leading professionals. The hand-picked selection of dreamy guys will have the ladies up from their chairs, screaming for more.

A high energy production, the show boasts the perfect mix of killer dance routines, eye-catching costumes, acrobatics and jaw dropping athletic male physiques. The smorgasbord of sexy guys were selected from hundreds of men nationwide and put though an intensive “Hotshots Bootcamp”, all graduating with an A+ in hip thrusting! The fellas come from various backgrounds from tradies, cops, farmers and even fireman to tour Australia and entertain the ladies!

Hosted by seasoned professional Paul Reynolds (original cast member of Manpower Australia and Las Vegas headliner), his showmanship and cheeky banter with audiences makes for an extra entertaining evening.

You can win a VIP double pass to see The Sydney Hotshots Live by entering the competition on this page.

Celebrate Winter Solstice

June 10, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Forbes is putting on a great show in celebration of the Winter Solstice under the brilliant Central West skies next Saturday, 18th June. It will be a night of hearty foods, boutique brews, thrilling live entertainment and music, and Wiradjuri cultural performances, all by warming fire buckets on the banks of Lake Forbes.

Entertainment on the night will include music from Forbes locals Emily Pavey, Clynton Breen and Jo Stephenson; Josh Maynard from Cowra and Bathurst duo, Smith & Jones with their band.

The headline act is beloved Aussie rock band Thirsty Merc playing all your favourite songs! There will also be plenty of fiery action with fire performances by the Sydney Fire Dancers throughout the night.

There will be free shuttle buses running every 20 minutes from 3:45pm throughout the evening to and from the event, departing Town Hall, Harold Street and Renfree Street.

Buy your tickets at 123tix.com.au, and use your NSW Discovery vouchers before they expire at the end of the month. Remember to bring your winter woollies and camp chairs or a picnic rug.

(CORRECTION: The wrong entertainment line-up was printed in last week’s edition of The Forbes Phoenix for this event.)

What do you enjoy cooking on a cold winter’s night?

June 10, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Christine Johansson: I love to cook my favourite, chicken noodle curry soup.

Annika Dukes and Rohan Webb: We are excited to go home and make cheese and bacon cob loaf.

Alyssa Kelly and Thelma Kelly: We enjoy cooking a roast lamb with all the trimmings. When Alyssa was little she loved visiting her Nan who taught her how to cook.

Parkes Phoenix Editor

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