The Lachlan Regional Orchestra have started their second annual primary schools tour through the Forbes Shire on Thursday and will conclude on Monday, 17th September.

This community orchestra has been granted funding by CMOC-Northparkes Mines and Forbes Shire Council to engage with local schools through an interactive educational tour. In all, the orchestra will be performing for six schools over the two separate days, reaching nearly 1,000 students and staff.

Each performance is scheduled at 50 minutes and focuses on educating primary aged children about music appreciation and a variety of instruments. Students are offered insights into the inner workings of an orchestra through these entertaining and interactive performances.

The orchestra’s tour started at Bedgerebong Public School and Forbes North Public School on Thursday. St Joseph’s Catholic School, Eugowra Public School, St Lawrence’s Catholic School and Forbes Public School will see the orchestra on Monday.

The community based orchestra is an initiative of the Mitchell Conservatorium. It brings together more than 20 members from across the Parkes and Forbes Shires, ranging in age from 8 years to 80 years.

For local musicians keen to experience a community based music group, now is The Lachlan Regional Orchestra will be performing at various primary schools across the Forbes Shire during their tour. an excellent time to give it a try! A combined music event is being prepared for the 3rd and 4th of November. Participants will join together for a weekend of musical workshops followed by a combined performance in Parkes. It is an event made possible through the generosity of Parkes Shire Council.

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Lachlan Valley Community Radio is having an open day on Sunday, 23rd September at 11am at their studios on Parkes Road, Forbes. The entire community is invited to come along and show support for ‘your local station’.

This is the perfect opportunity to have a look at the station’s studios, say “hello” to the announcers and put a face to the voice.

There will be a sausage sizzle, as well as plenty of finger food, cakes, slices, tea and coffee.

Please RSVP by Thursday, 20th September to 0428 662 549 or 0498 132 758. Alternatively send an email to: a97.9fm@outlook.com.

The station was established in 1992 for the purpose of presenting alternative music and news programs to those presented by the ABC and other commercial radio stations.

The studio is based in Forbes and the listening area is predominately the Forbes and Parkes Shire area, including all other surrounding areas.

The station is completely run by volunteer staff, with the exception of one part-time office lady. There are around 28 volunteers on the announcing staff who do regular time slots each week. The announcers provide 15 hours of live programs each day, all voluntary. The total volunteer force is around 35 members.

Keeping the station on air is very costly. There are many licenses and permits required to comply with all government regulations, including other running costs.

The station’s main source of income comes from sponsors who advertise on the station. The annual member’s contribution also helps keep them afloat. Why not become a member? Membership is very cheap at only $10 per year or $15 per couple.

They are also always looking for sponsors support. Your advertising has the potential to reach a listening audience of around 30,000 people at a very reasonable cost.

Please contact the station if you would like more information.

The Trundle branch of the Royal Far West Children’s Health Scheme held an Old Time/New Vogue dance on Sunday, 2nd September at the Memorial Hall in Trundle.

Dancers from Forbes, Nyngan, Dubbo and Eumungerie enjoyed a wonderful social afternoon, dancing to the live music played and sung by Phil Redenbach.

Everyone feasted on a sumptuous afternoon tea provided by the Royal Far West Trundle branch and the dancers.

A cheque for $250 was presented by Lorraine Lowe, on behalf of the Forbes Old Time/New Vogue Dancing Group, to Grace Hosking, Treasurer of Royal Far West Children’s Health Scheme Trundle branch and coordinator of the “Come and See” Programme.

This money will go towards implementing the “Come and See” Programme at both Trundle schools. The programme provides weekly literacy and numeracy tuition on a one-on-one basis.

The Forbes dancing group welcomes newcomers to join them. The dancers meet weekly on a Wednesday night at the Forbes Uniting Church hall for dancing and social interaction.

By Christine Wild

The Forbes community will be celebrating its 143rd annual Show starting today at 9am at the Forbes Showgrounds.

“On behalf of the Forbes PA & H committee, I have much pleasure in extending a warm welcome to the Forbes community and invite all to come and join us at the 2018 Forbes Show,” said Forbes Show president Doug Nadin.

This year the show will also be celebrating its 55th year of the Showgirl Competition. It will feature some new and fun attractions such as a mosaic section in the pavilion and the spectacular Ute Barrel Racing. Keep an eye out for the Grand Parade as well.

Traditional attractions return such as the horse events, sheep, beef and dairy cattle, poultry, caged birds and harness racing. Crowd favourites including the popular dog high jump, antique machinery, animal nursery and of course, pet show will also be at the show.

“I encourage the public to visit the trade displays and support these businesses that make a huge effort to exhibit at the Forbes Show.

“To all the businesses and individuals who support the Show through sponsorship, we thank you!” said Doug.

Learning Through Play

Leading up to the show, Forbes Preschool has nonstop been creating, growing, and experimenting with visual arts. The educators and children have enjoyed preparing for the many displays and will be picking produce, collecting eggs and taking Lego to the showground for all to see.

The Preschool have been reminiscing about past shows and looking forward to the 2018 show. Vist the Preschool stand to see the fun things you can do at Preschool. Project work of term 2 will be on display.

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McClintock & Co are a family owned farm machinery dealer situated at West Wyalong, Forbes, Grenfell and Canowindra.

They have been a local service provider for over 45 years offering a range of spare parts, workshop facilities and resources for the agriculture and construction industries.

They have a broad selection of high quality agricultural equipment backed up by a fully accredited workshop. McClintock & Co have over 36 franchises, enabling them to source the parts and equipment for customer’s needs.

They are a locally owned business offering a full range of services and currently employ 60 full time staff consisting of sales people, experienced parts interpreters, experienced service technicians, administration and clerical staff.

A Show Worth Supporting

I hope everyone is looking forward to this year’s Forbes Show just as much as I am.

Congratulations to the committee and to everyone involved in preparing the exhibits and stalls, with everything from Ute Barrel Racing to dog high jump! Of course, there will still be the more traditional attractions such as horse, sheep, cattle, antique machinery, the much-loved animal nursery and plenty more. I encourage everyone to also keep an eye out for the trade displays to support local small businesses.

The Forbes Show is always an impressive and fun family event which has become a tradition in rural life, holding an important place in connecting regional families and the whole community.

I hope to see you there!

Kind Regards,

Phil Donato