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.

For All Your Quality Machinery Needs

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

Parliamentary Secretary for Western NSW, Rick Colless on Wednesday announced funding of $1,963,680 to breathe new life into community and local sporting facilities across the Forbes Shire Council area. This comes through round two of the NSW Government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund.

Forbes Shire Council secured NSW Government funding for four projects which include upgrades and funding to community services, sporting and community facilities.

Rick said country communities are the backbone of our state, and by investing funding into much needed projects such as these, we are making our regional economies and state stronger.

“Local projects make a huge impact on communities and can have a huge impact on boosting local business and community cohesiveness.

“Under this initiative projects range from small to large and each one is as important as the other. Every project is about bolstering our country areas and ensuring they continue to grow and contribute to our state.

“This program is about bringing communities together, strengthening and supporting our social connections, and creating vibrant rural and regional communities for the future,” said Rick.

Mayor of Forbes Shire Council, Graeme Miller welcomed this funding, saying that Forbes has benefitted greatly under Round One of this program and further funding under Round Two will continue to help develop this growing regional town.

“This funding will go a long way towards providing upgrades to sporting equipment and building community facilities which are greatly needed and will support Forbes into the future,” said Graeme.

Forbes Shire Council area will be granted to upgrade and fund community and local sporting facilities including:

• $1,019,734 to build and support a community focal point at Lake Forbes,

• $573,000 to activate Forbes Iconic Main Street,

• $150,092 for upgrades at the Wirrinya Aquatic Centre and

• $220,854 for a multi-purpose equestrian facility in Forbes.

Judging for the NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show started on Monday and concluded on Wednesday at the Forbes Youth and Community Centre.

This year 553 wines were entered from 90 wineries across NSW and the ACT, marking an increase of 40 entries from last year’s show.

The show is open to all NSW and ACT wine producers that crush a maximum of 500 tonnes annually.

This year the Chairman of judges is Jeff Byrne, who is also the Chief Winemaker at Agnew Wines in the Hunter Valley.

“Jeff has served as a Panel Chair and judge with us for many years and brings a wealth of experience to the judging team,” said NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show President, Mark Watts.

“Jeff and the committee have chosen judges from across NSW wine regions and diverse parts of the industry, who would have selected the top wines based on their appearance, aroma, body, taste and finish.”

The public tasting will be held tonight at the Forbes Youth and Community Centre.

The event starts at 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Tickets are on sale at the door for $25 and includes finger food.

The continuing dedicated efforts of Forbes & District Meals On Wheels volunteers, will be celebrated as part of National Meals on Wheels Day on Wednesday, 29th August.

The inspiring team at Forbes & District Meals On Wheels, help make up Meals on Wheels’ 76,000 strong volunteer network, which is spread across 600 grass roots organisations that have nourished their local communities for 65 years.

“You get more than just a meal from Meals on Wheels,” said Australian Meals on Wheels Association (AMOWA) President, Sharyn Broer.

“Our fantastic volunteers take the time to say hello and make sure you’re okay. A hearty meal warms the tummy, but a simple chat can warm the soul,” said Sharyn.

Support from local Meals on Wheels services makes a real difference in improving health outcomes while reducing health and aged care costs. As well as delivering tasty and nourishing meals that are designed to meet the nutritional needs of older people, Meals on Wheels volunteers bring a daily dose of companionship and human connection, and peace of mind for clients and their families.

Today, and every week day, volunteers will help to produce, prepare, select and pack more than 35,000 meals. Together, Australian Meals on Wheels volunteers make around 10 million house calls each year, making sure that clients are safe and well, and brightening the day for more than 120,000 people who need a little bit of support.

“On National Meals on Wheels Day, we are appealing for more volunteers to join our teams across Australia. If you have a few hours to spare to deliver meals or lend a helping hand in our kitchens, and make a huge impact in your community, we would love to hear from you. And if you can’t donate your time, consider donating a few dollars to help keep our wheels turning.”

Meals on Wheels services across Australia are planning local celebrations to recognise, pay tribute and congratulate our volunteers whose commitment and support is immeasurable.

Forbes & District Meals On Wheels, employs three staff, has 160 volunteers and provides a meal service for 93 people.

If you wish to volunteer or know someone who might need Meals on Wheels, please contact Sheryl or Wendy on 02 6851 4204. For further information contact Sheryl Garner on before mentioned number.

Not sure what to do for dad on Father’s Day but want to do something special?

Here are a few ways to spoil dad and make it a Father’s Day he will remember.

• Make him breakfast in bed: Everyone waits for the day they wake up with breakfast served for them in bed. Make dad’s wishes come true… let him sleep in, serve him breakfast in bed and let him relax.

• Go out as a family: Dads enjoy a timeout but most will agree that they much rather spend the day with their family.

Allow dad to pick where he wants to go and make it a family day out.

• Allow him to unwind: Dads also have a lot going on, so it’s only fair to give dad a break and give him a day off. For some, that may mean throwing a football with the kids or playing basketball. For others it may be fishing or reading a book.

Whatever he wants to do, just make sure he gets uninterrupted time to do it.

• Get something special for him: If you want to give your dad something really personal this Father’s Day, then why not visit News On Rankin located at 70 Rankin Street. They have a great selection of gift ideas and you’ll be sure to find the perfect way to show him just how much you love him.

Or give dad the ultimate gift of tools and gadgets available from Power Tools Plus. They stock an extensive range of power tools, hand tools, industrial supplies and so much more! You are guaranteed to find something to make his day a memorable one. Phone them on 02 6852 3466.