Parkes Phoenix Editor

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

Big Wins For AFL Juniors

June 3, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Round 4: The Orange/Forbes Swamp Tigers and the Bathurst Giants each caused an upset in Round 4 of the Central West AFL junior season. The Swamp Tigers under 12s got one back over Bathurst, while the Giants handed the Orange/Forbes 14s their first loss of the year with a five-point win at Orange.

In the under 12s Bathurst kicked the first three goals, and was leading by 20 points, but in the second term the Swamp Tigers kicked seven goals to none to take a 30-point margin into half-time, and took the win 8.5 (53) to 4.5 (29).

The 14s was a tale of four quarters, with the first three quarters dominated by the Bathurst Giants. The Giant’s looked like they had it leading by 38 points, but the Swamp Tigers scored five goals. They had the momentum but not enough time and fell five agonising points short going down 6.7 (43) to 5.8 (38).

Round 5: Orange/Forbes under 12s and 14s both took home dominant 54-point and 78-point wins over Dubbo in Orange on Sunday. Dubbo led for the first few minutes in the under 12s match, but the Swamp Tigers showed determined defence with their established attacking flair with three majors in the first quarter, followed by three more goals in the second. Dubbo clawed back to within 35 points in the third quarter but Orange/Forbes kicked away again in the last quarter to take a 10.8 (68) and 2.2 (14) win.

The Orange/Forbes under 14s were even more impressive. Cayden Metzeling had a field day kicking eight as the Swamp Tigers endeavoured to make sure things were over quickly. They kicking four goals in the first quarter, and another three goals in the second to lead by 34 points at half time. Dubbo juniors kicked 19 points, but Orange/Forbes piled on another 41 points in the last quarter to win 16.8 (104) to 4.2 (26).

By Alex Milso

Call For 24/7 Nursing Care In Homes

June 3, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Member for Orange Phil Donato MP with the bill calling for registered nurses to be available 24/7 at nursing homes.

Member for Orange Philip Donato MP will once again introduce a bill to the NSW Legislative Assembly seeking to mandate a registered nurse be available around the clock in NSW nursing homes.

“Tragically, the pandemic had a devastating impact on the vulnerable residents living in nursing homes, which exposed the severe lack of medically trained staff to care for those afflicted with Covid-19,” said Phil.

“The Royal Commission into Aged Care revealed an insufficient staffing of registered nurses in nursing homes, and one of the commissioner’s recommendations is the introduction of a minimum staff standard across the board – including registered nurses.”

The second iteration of the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party’s bill, titled the Public Health Amendment (Registered Nurses in Nursing Homes) Bill 2020, was brought before the NSW Legislative Council for debate in May by Phil’s colleague, Mark Banasiak MLC, and passed the Upper House on 11th May.

“I acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the many personal care workers looking after the residents in the nursing homes, but they do not have the level of training or clinical expertise a registered nurse has, such as administering medications, assessing and managing medical conditions, and time-critical referrals for escalation of patient care.

“This bill, if passed into legislation, would require nursing homes to staff, at a minimum, the regulatory prescribed number of registered nurses at all times. Nursing homes would no longer be without a registered nurse to deliver care – day or night.

“We want the best possible nursing care for those precious seniors in our lives, our grandparents, parents, uncles and aunts – and that care shouldn’t be restricted to business hours, it should be 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” said Phil.

Hamilton Blasts The Field

June 3, 2022 by Short Putt

Saturday’s Individual Stableford was contested by 53 players with the ‘Wilf Hodges Memorial Trophy’ going to Jesse Hamilton with 45 points.

Div-1 was won by Harry Callaghan with 40 points and runner-up was Brett Thomas with 38 points.

The Div-2 results were dominated by the performance of Jesse Hamilton with his 45 points. Runner-up Bruce Chandler had 39 points.

The ball sweep went to 34 points on count back. There were 14 successes there so check in the Pro Shop to see if you were successful.

The NTP’s went to: 9th – Brett Thomas; 18th – Brett Thomas. The 3rd hole superpin went to Bede Tooth who put his ball to 2.50m.

John Betland won the Condo Open with a 67 and also took the ‘Trilogy’ Scratch prize. Steve Betland was runner-up in the Open Scratch with a 69.

By Short Putt

Mayoral Notes

June 3, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

I met with the mayors of the Central NSW last week and we discussed the federal election result including its implications and opportunities.

Across the nation voters called for a more locally responsive Federal Government. The community is clearly calling for a reset of leadership.

This is where the mayors of our region will become even more important with their deep knowledge of local issues and opportunities. The Central NSWJO Board advocated in support of the National Farmers Federation policy for regional precincts including in our area. Now we must work with the government to ensure every community gets the benefit.

Along with my fellow mayors I will be going to Canberra in June and will be seeking meetings to progress this and other initiatives including aged care and telecommunications.

It is Reconciliation Week and I urge everyone to Be Brave and Make Change, and to invite you to be part of our joint event to celebrate at Nelson Park today, from 3pm to 6pm.

This will be a fun family event with a range of activities. It is free and transport is available courtesy of Yoorana Gunya.

A reminder to all of our amazing community groups that Council’s Community Funding program is open for applications of up to $5,000 until 31st July for events or projects until April 2023. Submit your application through the smarty grants portal, or come to our Community Funding Workshops on 24th and 27th June, or call our team at Council for assistance.

Men’s Shed Breaks Barriers And Builds Friendships

June 3, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

The Forbes Men’s Shed is continuing to prove its value to the community, and is encouraging more members to join and partake in its outstanding work and reputation.

The organisation is one of hundreds nation-wide that provide a facility for over 930 members in NSW to engage themselves in projects and socialise with other members.

Not all Men’s Sheds look the same, but simply take a step inside the Forbes Men’s Shed on Union Street, and you will be pleasantly surprised.

The shed is a modern take on the iconic shed in the backyard that has long been a proud part of our Australian culture, and is recognised as one of the most powerful men’s groups, addressing health concerns and assisting men to ask for help.

Forbes Men’s Shed member Don Archer said it was a great place to engage with other men and learn something new every time.

“I love the knowledge and experiences of the other blokes here, I always go home having learnt something new,” he said.

He said the Forbes Men’s Shed had a great management committee that focused on providing a safe and busy environment for men who can work on community projects, specific men’s shed projects, or something of their own choice in their own time.

The Fobes Men’s Shed is looking forward to inducting two students from Forbes High School to assist with its projects alongside its support works from early July.

Memberships forms are available at the Forbes Men’s shed on Union street or from www.mensshed.org/application-form.

Forbes Men’s Shed member Don Archer said it was a great place to engage with

Forbes Students Excel At Public Speaking

June 3, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Seven Forbes students have done well in the annual CWA Oxley Public Speaking event held last week. The organisers were very impressed with the participation of 84 students from 20 schools in the region.

Annaliese Green from Forbes High School won the Years 9 & 10 division with her topic Horizons. Lara Smith and Isla Kennedy from Red Bend Catholic College both received highly commended in the same division.

In the Years 7 & 8 division Lexi Herden from Forbes and student at Parkes Christian School was the winner, while Eva Smith from Red Bend achieved highly commended, and Zoe Fraser and Logan Davies from Forbes High were the reserves.

The winners of the four divisions will move to the next level of the competition to be held in Cowra. “All students are to be congratulated on their outstanding efforts. It is a great learning experience,” said Ros Edwards of the organising committee.

The competition was sponsored by Lachlan Shire, Parkes Shire, Jelbart Dawson of Forbes, Evolution Mines and Michael McCormack MP.

What do you enjoy about living in Forbes?

June 3, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Lorraine Nelson: I love coming to Club Forbes, it’s very friendly and homely.

Steve Shields: The people here in Forbes are really friendly, the national parks are close by and the footy is a lot of fun.

Heather Clark: Everyone is so friendly and I enjoy spending my time at Club Forbes with friends.

Our Bloke – Brendan Turner

June 3, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

How long have you lived around Forbes and what do you like about living here? I’ve lived in Forbes for 41 years. I love the people, the lifestyle, its community spirit.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about where you work? I work at Forbes Toyota in as a Sales Consultant and a Business Manager for Toyota Finance.I enjoy working with our customers and assisting them in choosing the right vehicle for them.

What do you do to unwind on weekends? Spend time with my family, watch sports and play golf.

What are you really good at? Connecting with people.

What makes you laugh the most? Shannon Crowley, hands down the funniest human I know!!

What’s on your bucket list? To go to the US Masters Golf Tournament at Augusta.

Tell us an interesting fact about yourself? I won my first cricket premiership in 1989….my last in 2019 with my son Angus.

If money was no object, what would you do with your time? Play more golf and go to more music concerts.

What was your first job? I worked at Paddison & Company as an office clerk with Robyn Moore and Fred Bartlett.

National Day Of Healing

June 3, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Brad Holmes led a smoking ceremony at the National Sorry Day event at the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre in Forbes last Thursday.

Last Thursday the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre in Forbes honoured National Sorry Day with a ceremony to remember the Stolen Generations.

National Sorry Day takes place on 26th May every year to remember the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who were forcibly removed from their families and communities to be “assimilated” into white Australian culture. They are known as the Stolen Generations.

At the ceremony in Forbes cut outs of hands and candles were placed in the sand to represent the stolen generations, while Brad Holmes did a smoking ceremony. MC for the day Le’Kiesha-Lee Bowden introduced guest speaker Judy Johnson.

National Sorry Day is a day to acknowledge the strength of Stolen Generations Survivors and reflect on how Australians can all play a part in the healing process for the people and nation.

Judy Johnson was the guest speaker at National Sorry Day last Thursday hosted by the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre in Forbes to remember the Stolen Generations.

Croquet News

June 3, 2022 by Pegging Out

Eighteen very keen players turned up on Saturday in the cold, rainy weather with two players managing three games, John Browne and John Cole.

Big winners were 14—9 John Browne and Colleen Liebich, Neville Spry and Tony Thomson.

On Tuesday, 17 players played on the last day of Autumn that felt like mid-Winter. It was raining at 8:30am, and everyone was keen to start when the rain stopped at 9am.

There three players who had three wins John – Farah, Kevin Rubie and Tony Thomson.

Big winners were 10 – 3 John Farah and John Browne; 9—4 Kevin Rubie and Peter West, Tony Thomson and Kevin Rubie.

Close Games (some results) were:
• John Farah 7 Colleen Liebich 6;
• Alex Todd and Tony Thomson 7 Mal Smith and Sue Jolliffe 6;
• John Browne 7 Peter West and Robin Pols 6;
• John Allegri and John Job 7 Colleen Liebich and Sue Jolliffe 6.

By Pegging Out

Parkes Phoenix Editor

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