After much hard work, PDNA celebrated the 2024 season.
Well done to each and every player – you all played well.
A big shout out to all who made it possible for the girls to play the sport they love.
Be Seen @ Parkes Netball Presentation
Regional Connections Up In The Air
The NSW Opposition is calling on the State and Federal Labor Governments to ensure regional communities won’t be cut off after REX Airlines went into administration.
NSW Nationals Leader Dugald Saunders said it’s the second regional carrier facing the possibility of collapse, after Bonza suspended operations in April.
“This news is very concerning and will have a flow on effect for anyone who lives and works in the bush,” Mr Saunders said.
“Being a regional MP, I’m one of the seven million Australians that relies on companies like REX to access the services we need.”
“The Premier needs to pick up the phone to his federal counterparts and make sure there’s a clear plan to mitigate the impact this will have on our communities.”
Shadow Minister for Regional Transport Dave Layzell said the move could impact connections between the most remote parts of NSW and the rest of the State.
“Around 2.5 million people fly with REX every year,for work trips, to see loved ones or tgo on holidays,” Mr Layzell said.
“It’s also played a role in freight and the aerial transport of medical personnel and patients.”
Be Road Ready For Harvest Field Day
Attendees at the 2023 pre-harvest field day.
Farmers, contract harvesters, truck drivers, transport companies, pilots and agricultural machinery retailers are invited to attend this year’s Be Road Ready for Harvest Field Day on Thursday 8th August at the Forbes Central West Livestock Exchange.
Breakfast will be provided from 7.30am, with the official program kicking off at 8am.
There will be a hands-on machinery display and other interactive activities from 10.30am.
Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire Councils’ Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Melanie Suitor, said that this year’s event will focus on the rules and regulations for safely and legally moving agricultural vehicles, combinations and trucks on the road.
“This year we will discuss conditional registration, notices, access, fatigue, load restraint and much more. There will be a deep dive into dimensions, signage and other travel conditions.
“Safety and compliance during harvest is very important. Operators need to be aware of their responsibilities and ensure that all warning devices and travel requirements are adhered to.”
Registration is free but spaces are limited.
Register via the Parkes, Forbes or Lachlan Shire Councils’ Facebook pages or this link: https://forms.office.com/r/akBJumLfwD
“We’ll also be running four satellite events to provide the same information to more farmers across the three local government areas. You can register for these events using the above link,” Ms Suitor said.
The satellite events will be held on:
• Tuesday 27th August at Tottenham War Memorial Hal, 7.30am – 10.15am
• Wednesday 28th August at the Parkes Show Farmer’s Day, 1.30pm – 3.45pm
• Thursday 29th August at Wirrinya Community Hall, 7.30am – 10.15am
• Friday 30th August at Bogan Gate Memorial Hall, 7.30am – 10.15am
Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme
Have you seen the Parkes Trishaw getting around town with happy passengers?
Neighbourhood Central’s Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) is teaming up with Cycling Without Age, Parkes Trishaw, to help continue reducing social isolation for the elderly in Parkes.
Most locals would be familiar with the sight of the Parkes Trishaw taking passengers sightseeing around our beautiful town. Cycling Without Age is a not-for-profit charity that connects those no longer able to ride for themselves with the Parkes community, by providing free rides on trishaw ebikes, piloted by amazing volunteer cyclists.
The aim is to bring something to the elderly that they may no longer be able to do, all while creating meaningful friendships.
The ACVVS is a free program that supports volunteer visits to provide friendship and companionship to older people. Visits are available to anyone receiving government-subsidised residential aged care or Home Care Package (HCP) services who are socially isolated or lonely. This includes care recipients approved or on the National Priority System.
ACVVS accepts referrals from aged care service providers, health professionals, family members and friends. Older people can also refer themselves. While the program excludes those accessing services from the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), we have all bases covered, as Neighbourhood Central can help through our Social Support (Individual and Group) aged care services.
Neighbourhood Central are also in need of more volunteers across both Parkes and Forbes. If you would like to brighten the days of older people as a valued volunteer, you are invited to join us as we bring this opportunity to those who need a visitor. If you would like any further information, to request a visitor, or know of someone who would benefit from this service, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with Brooke at Neighbourhood Central on phone: 1300 810 771 or email: admin@ncentral.org.au
Forbes Netball
This Saturday is Crazy Hair and Sock Day at NetSetGo – bring some friends and share the fun! $2 donation if dressed up, $5 donation if not dressed up. Canteen will be open, also a market stall and 100 club, with all funds raised on the day going towards the Kids Cancer Project. All FNA players, parents, umpires and volunteers are encouraged to give feedback about the FNA 2024 representative and weekday season.
Survey closes 5pm Saturday 3rd August.
Close Finish In Golf
On Saturday 27th August the Forbes Golf Club event was a 4BBB Medley Stableford, sponsored by the Hawke Family.
The scores were better than last week, and required count backs to separate the winners.
The Handicap winners were the pair of Mike Kelly and Simon Martino. Their score of 45 points was a shot ahead of a very bunched group of contenders. Simon contributed well on the front-9 while Mike carried the back-9.
The Runners-up were decided on count back when three teams recorded 44 points.
The nod went to Archie Quirk paired with Jayden Pendleton. Jayden was steady throughout but Archie had a blinder on the back-9.
In a new initiative, a trophy for the best Ladies team was sponsored by Jill Cripps.
This was won by Jenny Fletcher and Deb Tilley with 43 points. They scored points onevery hole but needed to turn some 1’s into 2’s.
The NTP’s were: 9th – Men: Alf Davies, Ladies: K Stirling; 18th – Men: J Cutler, Ladies: B Duncan. The Pro Shop Super-pin, went to Alf Davies whose shot was perfectly executed and finished 95 cm away.
The ball sweep went to 41 points on count back. The visitors came from Trundle and Parkes.
Reminders include the Trundle Open on 3rd and 4th August, the Temora Open on 10th and 11th August, and don’t forget the registration for the PGA Scramble on the 1st September.
This weekend the comp is the August Monthly Medal, sponsored by Bernardis Marketplace. There is the Stableford Medley on Sunday as well as the Trundle Open.
Come along and enjoy.
By Short Putt
Forbes Auto Sports Club To Host Championships
Local young guns Mason and Reed Wild are gearing up to compete on their home soil for the Australian Junior Track Championships at Forbes Auto Sports Club later this month.
Mason is coming into the Australian title meeting as a hot favourite in the 65cc division. Having done plenty of laps around Forbes Auto Sports Club over the years he’s ready for the challenge and is looking to add another title to his collection.
Reed has had a difficult preparation with bike issues but after several hours and dedication from the team, he is ready to face the challenge that an Australian Title poses in both the Division 250cc and 65cc class alongside his brother.
Don’t miss out on the action, head along to support the boys on 10th and 11th August at Forbes Auto Sports Club, 205 Hoopers Rd.
Be Seen @ Forbes Pony Club
Thank you to everyone who attended for an action packed day full of horses, friends and lots of smiles.
Thank you to the amazing judges who volunteered your time this, and your feedback on how lovely the riders were.
To all the members that volunteered over the weekend, cooking , setting up, canteen, judging, big THANK YOU!
New Parkes Roundabout To Be Biggest In The Central West
NSW Labor’s Duty MLC for Orange Stephen Lawrence said “The Parkes Bypass is a project that will provide improve road safety, reduce travel times and increase efficiencies for the freight industry.
The biggest roundabout in central west New South Wales will be built on Condobolin road as a key feature of the Parkes Bypass.
The Newell Highway bypass of Parkes has been in planning for decades to alleviate the constant flow of heavy freight vehicles and visitor traffic passing through the town.
The Australian Government is contributing $229.7 million to the $287.2 million project, with the remaining contribution being made by the NSW Government.
The project is part of the $1.5 billion investment from the Australian and NSW governments into the Newell Highway Corridor, with the Australian Government committing $1.1 billion.
State Member for Orange Phil Donato said “It’s fantastic to see this once in a generation Parkes Bypass project progressing.
“Also importantly, this project is not only delivering road and transport benefits — it’s also supporting 350 jobs and injecting vital funds into small businesses in Parkes and the broader Central West region, which is bouncing back stronger than ever after unprecedented floods.”
Construction work to build the new 98-metre-diameter roundabout started during the July school holidays.
The large roundabout – which will allow motorists to travel at 80 km/h – will also feature a large sculpture in its centre, which has been designed in collaboration with Parkes Shire Council.
Motorists will be detoured around the site during work. For further information on the Parkes Bypass you can visit www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/current-projects/parkes-bypass
From The Mayor’s Desk
Thank you to all those who attended NSW Reconstruction Authority. It is so important for residents to Have Your Say so we can get a housing recovery package that will fully meet the needs of our community.
These sessions will help define the $40 million package to be offered to residents to reduce the impact of future floods to be shared between Forbes, Parkes, Lachlan and Cabonne Shires. Consultation will close on Friday 16 August.
A reminder that there our Recovery officers also have a free mental health session -Tough Times Require Strong Action on 31 July at Town Hall.
The team also is creating an e-newsletter that you can subscribe to through our website that outlines all of the latest news in recovery and all of the events that are coming up. Contact Council on 0268 502300 if you would like more detail on these events or to supply your email address for the newsletter.
Another big yarding at the saleyards with almost 55,000 sheep yarded on Tuesday morning and around 2000 expected Friday for the Store Cattle sale – no wonder we are considered the best area for primary production in NSW.
Our Community Funding program closes on the 31 July for this round. The Community Funding program is the way that you can ask Council for in kind or cash support for your event or activity. It’s for not-forprofit groups and clubs and is a competitive process- but you can access up to $5,000 in support. If you need help with the form, we can certainly help you to complete it – just contact our Community Relations officer at Council and they will be able to give you a hand.
There are two rounds a year and we encourage groups to think ahead. That is – if your event or activity is in the second half of the year, apply for the earlier round of the program – there are two every year. Applications can be made through Council’s Website – just look for Community Funding program – and good luck!
God Bless, Phyllis Miller OAM
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