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NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show Is Back Again For 2024

July 18, 2024 by Roxane Manley

NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show committee members Andrew Kerr, Amy Slessor, Paul Bennett, Alistair Lunn, Ian Bartholomaeus, Judy Kerr, Adam McGregor, Janine Whitfield, Karryn McGregor, Pierre Dalle, Martine Dalle, Mark Watts, Jenny Watts and Paul Kay with the entries at the 2023 show.

The NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show has entries rolling in for the 32nd annual event. Entries close next week, and the committee is expecting another great show with similar numbers of wines to be entered as last year.

President Mark Watts said there were also a number of wineries who hadn’t entered previously entering this year. “We are really looking forward to another successful event,” Mark said.

Mark Richardson is returning as chair of judges and judging will take place from Monday 19 August to Wednesday 21st August at the Forbes Town Hall.

The NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show finishes with the Public Tasting held on Friday 23 August from 6.30pm at the Forbes Town Hall.

All the wines entered in the show will be available for patrons to taste and finger food will be provided. Tickets are $30 per person.

The next event is the Gourmet Wine Dinner, which will also be held at the Forbes Town Hall and celebrates the trophy winners of the show.

The dinner will be held Saturday 21st September from 7pm with a four-course meal catered by Eat Your Greens featuring trophy winning wines to complement the meal.

Tickets for this event are $130 per person.

If you purchase your tickets to both events in the same transaction, you will receive a $10 discount, making attending both events $150 per person.

Tickets are available at https://www.123tix.com.au/events/44190/nsw-small-winemakers-wine-show

Snippets…

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.

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

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 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.

Snippets…

July 11, 2024 by Roxane Manley

PCYC school holiday activities will be running until 22nd July.

PCYC Parkes: Holidays are here! Forget the stress of trying to entertain your children at home these holidays. Send them to the PCYC, where they can spend their holidays having fun, participating in activities and meeting new friends. Special offer: every second day at half price.

NSW Electoral Commission: Expressions of interest to work at the 2024 NSW Local Government elections are now open. This is a call-out for people with great customer service skills to work with us. There are a range of roles available. All are paid positions and no election experience is needed. Some roles are for election day only while others are up to several months. Visit our website to register your interest: https://bit.ly/4csLwld.

Parkes Elvis Festival: Calling all Elvis fans and performers! The Parkes Elvis Festival is bringing the Elvis Quest to Chromefest on Sunday, 27th October. Secure first or second place to win a $200 Visa gift card plus automatic entry into the 2025 Parkes Elvis Festival’s UETA Competition Heat held on Friday 10th January 2025 in Parkes. Don’t miss your chance to show you’ve got what it takes to be the King. For more information, and to apply visit bit.ly/ELVISQUESTCHROMEFEST

Trundle Bush Tucker Day: The committee of the Trundle Bush Tucker Day would like to advise that due to the number of amazing attendees last year, they have made the difficult decision to cap ticket sales. We are strongly encouraging all 2024 attendees to pre-purchase your entry tickets. There will be no guarantee that tickets will still be available on the gate on the day. So buy your tickets now, you are able to cancel/refund your tickets up to 7 days before our event. To purchase tickets go to www.123tix.com.au/events/42707/trundlebush-tucker-day-2024

Flannery’s Pharmacy: Next week is Diabetes Week and the team at Flannery’s Pharmacy will be doing their part by upgrading your BGL machine for free, conducting free bloody glucose tests and offering free consultations with our very own credentialed diabetes educator, Catherine. Come and see the team in blue to see what we can do for you. Call us on 02 6852 1111 to book in.

Call 02 6852 1111 to book in or drop in to Flannery’s .

Forbes Parents The Focus Of Information Night

July 11, 2024 by Roxane Manley

The free event will be held at Flannery’s Pharmacy Tuesday, July 16 and is designed to help local parents connect with others in the community while gaining valuable insight from a panel of health experts.

Dietary, first aid, and physical and developmental health will be among the topics discussed at an upcoming parent information evening in Forbes.

The free event will be held at Flannery’s Pharmacy Tuesday, 16th July and is designed to help local parents connect with others in the community while gaining valuable insight from a panel of health experts.

“This event came about because we saw a need to support new parents, and young families, in the Central West,” Pharmacist in Charge at Flannery’s Forbes, Kate French, said.

“Sometimes it can feel very isolating living in a regional centre, particularly in the early stages of parenthood, and we want to offer access to healthcare experts in a secure, comfortable environment, to ensure parents and carers of all stages feel welcome and supported.”

Among guest speakers will be registered nurse Inez Denham, Paediatric Physiotherapist Zoe Tyack and Naturopath Alice Flannery.

Winter warmer refreshments will be available on the evening from Donna’s Table, there will be raffle prizes to be won and each attendee will also receive a gift bag containing information, a book for your child and more goodies.

“This session will cover a range of topics from medication information to promoting self-care, as well as access to expert advice and local resources,” Kate said.

“As pharmacists, we have many conversations with patients about how to cope with the various stages of parenting. This event allows locals to ask more questions from a variety of healthcare professionals.”

Naturopath Alice Flannery will also be hosting a pop-up Naturopathy clinic ahead of the event, with a focus on women’s health and fertility, gut health, fatigue, as well as preconception, pregnancy and postpartum support. To book an appointment with Alice, please visit www.aliceflannerynaturopath.com/bookings

Re-fenced And Rejoicing

July 11, 2024 by Roxane Manley

Urban Services team members Sue Ramsay, Greg Ridge and Mark Noakes drilling post holes for Grinsted Oval picket fence replacement.

The iconic white picket fence has returned to South Circle and Grinsted Rugby Union Ovals in Forbes with a custom hinged drop system to minimise future floods impact.

The Urban Services team has devised a poly hinged rod at the base of the fence which can enable it to be easily flattened in flood preparation. Constructed from a durable plastic composition, the pickets and structure mostly survived the last flood which reached depths of 2.5 metres over the site.

However, in the next flood, the fence panels can be laid flat on the ground and possibly secured with pegs in times of a strong water current.

In between other flood recovery efforts and business as usual, Council’s Urban Services Crew has been removing damaged pickets and rebuilding new panel sections to rebuild the fence. Existing panels are being cleaned with finials (tops of pickets) being secured and glued. This has been a major cost (and waste) saving measure rather than just replacing the new fence entirely.

Minimal new fence panels were required to be purchased.

The newly refurbished fence is now almost complete and has the ovals returning to their former glory with a new custom flood proof inclusion.

Patrick Murphy from Forbes Shire Council Urban Services Team has been salvaging pickets and making up new panels to replace the iconic white picket fence around Grinsted and South Circle Ovals.

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