Roxane Manley

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July 18, 2024 by Roxane Manley

This exciting new project at the Parkes Golf Club couldn’t happen without the support from local business and members.

Parkes Golf Club: For those wondering what’s happening at the Parkes Golf Club, they are currently building a new driving range. A huge thanks to the David Thomson McPhersons Parts & Service and Bernard and Matt McCabe Parkes Ready Mixed Concrete, Nathan Munday Builder and Western Temporary Fencing along with our hard working members Rob Staples, Lindsay Elliott, and Bill Bourke.

Forbes Shire Council: Learn essential first aid skills with Forbes Community Recovery Officers and expert Jack Barnes. From CPR on babies and children to handling snake bites, choking, allergies, and asthma, this interactive 2-hour session has got you covered. Morning tea and lunch will be provided. This event hosted during Forbes Playgroup will be held Thursday, 25th July, 10:30am – 12:30pm at Forbes Youth and Community Centre, Battye St, Forbes. Register now and save a life https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx.

Australian Rail Track Corporation Ltd. – ARTC: Do you have children and live near our rail network? ARTC are taking expressions of interest for primary schools interested in having ARTC team members come and educate children about safe behaviour around the rail corridor – we even have a cool animation to show! If you are interested, please the expressions of interest form and we’ll be in touch: bit.ly/3zIdGtT

Parkes Shire Libraries: Each weekday afternoon during school holidays, Parkes Library’s Nintendo Switch can be booked by children and youth for a fun game with friends and family. Book your hourly session by calling Parkes Library on 6861 2309. Please note: children under 10 must be supervised by an adult.

Cancer Council NSW: Thousands of passionate fundraisers will be supporting cancer research this Daffodil Day, 22nd August. Will you be one of them? Fundraise any way you want – at work, online, in your community: wear yellow, take the daffodil day dip, hold an event. Visit www.daffodilday.com.au to learn more.

Forbes Neighbourhood Watch: Your community needs you. The benefits of volunteering include new skills and valuable work experience, making new friends, better physical and mental health and wellbeing, giving something back, improving your confidence, sense of connection to others in the community, and improving how things work for the better. Show your commitment and come along every second Wednesday 6.30pm at the Vandenberg Hotel. All are welcome.

Come along to the next Forbes Neighbourhood Watch meeting on 14th August at the Vandenberg Hotel at the new time of 6.30pm.

Be Seen @ Galari River Arts Forbes

July 18, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Thank you to each of the willing volunteers who participated in the Bogong Moth Workshop.

Participants learnt of the environmental challenges faced by the Bogong moths, and the pygmy possums that rely on them as a food source.

Workshop participants experienced the power and unity of the Forbes and Parkes community – sharing is caring.

Forbes Country Music Club July Muster

July 18, 2024 by Roxane Manley

The Forbes Country Music Club July muster was held on Sunday 14th July 2024 at Club Forbes. Due to the weather, numbers were down but those who attended had a great afternoon. Thank you to all who attended and supported. A warm welcome to new members being Kathleen Guyer (22) and June McIntyre (32).

There were a number of walk up performances on the day, including Brett Petty, Bill Little, Sue Gillett, Keith Noakes, Benjamin Bx, Amanda Williams, Freda and Scott Drinkwater and Tina Podger. It has been a while since we have seen Tina so we were rapt to have her and her friends visit for the afternoon. All of the performances were fantastic and were enjoyed by all.

The guest artist, Forbes local and Forbes Country Music Club Life Member, Garry Hemming had many people hitting the dance floor and as always his music was amazing. Thank you to Garry for being our guest artist and for your continued support.

The band on the day consisted of Brett Petty, Wade Dixon, Jim Hodder, Pam Byrne (who was unwell at the last muster but who was well enough to join this month), Dave Parkin and Keith Noakes.

The MC Ronnie Turner was also back on deck and had everyone organised and ready to perform. A big thank you to our amazing band who make everyone sound fantastic. A special thank you to Tracey Charnock who assisted Steven and Joan on the door due to Julie being unable to attend.

The next muster will be held on Sunday 11th August at 1pm at Club Forbes. All welcome.

By Steven

Be Seen @ Generosity Church Parkes

July 18, 2024 by Roxane Manley

The Generosity Church Youth Camp was a powerful moment in time for local teens.

The Sunday morning gathering was once again a place of deep spirituality and practical living.

Everyday people having an eternal impact for an extraordinary God.

Rolls Royce Derwent Turbojet Engine Arrives In Parkes

July 18, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Photo courtesy RAFM Hendon.

HARS Parkes Aviation Museum has a wide variety of military and commercial aircraft and aviation related items on display, and the latest to arrive is a 1940’s Rolls Royce Derwent centrifugal compressor turbojet engine.

The Derwent turbojet engine was developed from the original Whittle design of the late 30’s and 40’s and was the second jet engine to go into production. The RR Derwent powered the Gloster meteor aircraft, the first jet powered fighter aircraft to join RAF squadrons at the end of WW2. They were used extensively to down German V1 flying bombs.

In November 1945 the Gloster Meteor with a Derwent engine set a world speed record of 606 mph or 975 kmh. The Meteor was in service with the RAAF from 1946 to 1963 and saw service in the Korean War between July 1951 and July 1953, they were first used in a fighter role against the Chicom Mig 15’s and outclassed and then succeeded in a ground attack role using rockets and napalm. Australia lost 32 pilots and 53 Meteors during the conflict.

In addition to this iconic jet engine, you can also see the largest jet engine in the Central West, a Rolls Royce RB211 that powered the Boeing 747, Neptune engines, both piston and jet and the de Havilland Goblin engine that powered the Vampire.

The Museum is expanding and looking to recruit more volunteers to either be receptionists or tour guides or even in hands-on roles looking after the aircraft and exhibits.

Contact Mike on 0418 473 175 or speak to any one of the volunteers. Flexible shifts and training will be provided.

The Museum is located in a former RAAF hanger at the Parkes Regional Airport and is open from 9.30am to 3.30pm Thursdays and Sundays and entry is $30 per family.

Forbes Croquet News

July 18, 2024 by Pegging Out

There were 32 players for Aussie Croquet on Saturday 6th July. Three new visitors included Pam and Tony Thompson’s son Brian, and grandchildren Henry and Evie.

Four players managed to win three games, John Browne, John Farah, Noel Jolliffe and another newer player David West.

The big winners were 14-8 Brian and Tony Thomson, Peter and David West.

The mid winners included:

• 14-9 John Farah and Colleen Liebich, Noel Jolliffe and Colleen Liebich, May Jones and John Browne, Bill Scott and Noel Jolliffe.

• 14-10 Robin Pols and May Jones, John Browne and Marie Spry, Cheryle Toohey and Peter West, John Browne and Robin Pols, Cheryle Toohey and Peter West.

There were 32 Players for Golf Croquet on Tuesday 9th July. There were three players who had three wins, Noel Jolliffe, Elvy Quirk and Fay Picker. The big winners were:

• 11-2 John Farah and Frank Donohoe

• 10-3 Elvy Quirk and Lyall StrudwickThe mid winners included:

• 9-4 Allan Jones and Fay Picker, Enid Baker, Bill Scott and Sue Jolliffe, Ray Martin and Bruce Field.

By Pegging Out

Forbes Garden Club Notes

July 18, 2024 by Elvy Quirk

Denise Thurston, Irene Ford and Marie Langfield showing their prize winning entries in flower of the month.

Forbes Garden Club met on 25th June at the Men’s Shed for their monthly meeting whereby President Margaret welcomed 32 members.

The guest speakers on the day were David and Kate from Forbes Shire Council, who provided a great coverage in relation to the aspect of gardening, tree planting etc within the Shire. During the meeting there was discussion about the possibility of a day trip later in the year, with the Committee to meet before the next meeting to share ideas.

Elvy congratulated Denise Thurston on being the proud mother of a World Champion, with her daughter Haylee recently returning from a competition in Poland as the WKSF Kettlebell Sport World Champion.

The Friendship Luncheon is to be held at Young on 13th October at a cost of $60 per person, which includes lunch and an inspection of Clifton Gardens.

The raffle was won by Jan Stewart and second place went to Loris Molloy.

Flower of the month by popular vote of members was won by Denise Thurston with an Abraham Darby rose, second to Irene Ford with a beautiful yellow succulent and third to Marie Langfield with a Red Hot Poker. Please don’t forget that your contribution to flower of the month is an asset to the meeting. Please bring along one stem of a flower for entry into flower of the month, with your name and the name of the flower underneath the container.

The next meeting will be at the Men’s Shed on Tuesday 23rd July at 2pm. Please arrive by 1.45pm so you can secure a seat before the meeting starts. Please bring a mug for a shared afternoon tea.

By Elvy Quirk

No More: A National Rally Against Violence

July 11, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Earlier this year, after a spate of women were killed in violent attacks, What Were You Wearing organised the first No More rallies. Over three days in April, 100,000 people turned up and took to our nation’s streets to demand that our politicians and change-makers take decisive action. The rallies led to a national cabinet meeting and our government acknowledging that this is a national emergency.

This year alone, 48 women have lost their lives at the hands of men. In 2023, the toll had reached 64 women by the end of the year.

As part of these rallies, organisers are pushing for two national demands:

1. Mandatory trauma-informed training for first responders across Australia.

2. Funding for grassroots organisations in the domestic, family, and sexual violence sector, including men’s behaviour change programs and women’s refuges.

We encourage Australia to join us once again in taking a stand against the epidemic of gendered violence we are currently experiencing.

The Central West rally will be held on Sunday 28th July, in Robertson Park, Orange at 2:30pm.

For further information on the event please refer to the What Were You Wearing social media pages.

Amazing Work Of Hidden Treasures Revealed

July 11, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Pictured from L-R is Cl Niel Westcott, Phil Donato MP, Carly Fisher, Helen Westwood, Cl Marg Appelby and Cl Phyllis Miller OAM

Member for Orange Phil Donato was pleased to announce Parkes psychologist Carly Fisher and Forbes Legacy’s Helen Westwood have been added to the NSW Government’s Hidden Treasures Honour Roll. A tribute to regional and rural women volunteering in their communities, the Hidden Treasures 2023 list recognises the critical role these outstanding individuals play in their communities.

Mr Donato said: “In the case of Carly and Helen, the support they give their communities in the face of adversity is particularly noteworthy when viewed through the lens of the November 2022 flood event.

“A registered psychologist and business consultant, Carly logged hundreds of hours supporting traumatised flood victims and their families in Forbes and Eugowra, paying particular attention to children. There are countless other ways that Carly has used her expertise to help her community, including mentoring, supporting and coaching through various organisations.”

“Forbes’ Helen Westwood is a stalwart of Lachlan Legacy and although she retired from the role of office manager in 2019 after many years, she continues to volunteer, giving members access to her amazing bank of knowledge.

“Helen’s husband Maurie was a long standing Legatee and Chair of Forbes Division and she has continued his work since his sudden passing in 2023. A highlight was the Legacy Centenary Torch Relay on July 31st this year.”

Since its inception in 2010, Hidden Treasures has recognised over 1,200 women who volunteer in regional, rural and remote NSW. Congratulations Carly and Helen.

From The Mayor’s Desk

July 11, 2024 by Roxane Manley

This week we are extending our sympathies to the family, friends and extended family following the tragic accident on the road to Parkes. Our hearts are with you all at this time.

Reconstruction Authority will be in Forbes Tuesday to Thursday 23-25 July at the Forbes Town Hall to consult with our community about the Resilient Homes Program. These information sessions are for flood impacted locals to shape the program. Please do not miss these days – you can book online on nsw.gov.au/central-west-recovery, you can simply drop in or to book a session call 1800 844 085.

It is very important to be a part of this program – you will be able to view maps developed by flood specialists and understand more about the Resilient Homes Program.

Also a big thank you to our Heated Pool users – this winter has resulted in some chronic condensation. After ongoing attempts to rectify the issue (including consulting a condensation expert) we have increased air input and airflow in the plant room and we have added louvre windows in the main part of the facility.

It has been a learning curve and we are making sure that in the long term we have a functional and well maintained heated pool facility. Now, we hope, the condensation issues has been resolved we will be able to begin repainting and other remediation works needed.

We do need pool users to please be mindful though, the pool can only operate at a temperature range of 24-28 degrees – we have had trouble with it being increased to 32. Unfortunately, this is a heated pool facility not a therapy pool and simply cannot be run at that high a temperature.

Thank you for your understanding.

God Bless
Phyllis Miller OAM

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