Fundraising Concert: The Forbes Town and District Band will be holding a fundraising concert on the 17th of November, 2019. The concert will be held at the Forbes Services Memorial Club Auditorium and starts at 4pm. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 children and free for under 12 years. Come out and support your local band and listen to an afternoon of great music from local musicians.

Editor Wanted: The Forbes Phoenix are currently looking for a locally based reporter/editor. Hours are flexible to suit the right candidate. Come and join the amazing local team and deliver the good news to Forbes each week. If you are interested, please call Roselea on 6344 1846 or email sales@canowindraphoenix.com.au

Forbes Home Security and Safety Expo: The Forbes Home Security and Safety Expo, a partnership between Forbes Neighbourhood Watch, Forbes Shire Council and Bunnings, will be held from 10am on Saturday 19 October, at Bunnings Warehouse. There will be representatives of the State Emergency Service, Police, Fire Brigade, and Rural Fire Service in attendance, as well as practical advice and home security and safety tips from the experts. There will also be product demonstrations on home security products including cameras, lights, locks and safes, giving you the opportunity to see the products in action before deciding what is best for your home. For more information on the day email jaclyn1952@ hotmail.com

The new student leaders at Forbes High School for 2020

Student Leaders for 2020: It is with great pleasure that Forbes High School announces the Student Leadership Team for 2020, the School Captains are Jack and Amy with Connor and Kaitlin being named as Vice-Captains. Forbes High School are looking forward to a productive and enriching year in 2020.

Editor Wanted: The Forbes Phoenix are currently looking for a locally based reporter/ editor. Hours are flexible to suit the right candidate. Come and join the amazing local team and deliver the good news to Forbes each week. If you are interested please call Roselea on 6344 1846 or email sales@canowindraphoenix.com.au

School Holidays: Take the kids over to the Age of Fishes Museum in Canowindra next Tuesday 8th October from 10am – 1pm for science and craft activities and a free sausage sizzle! Kids are free to enter and adults are $5.

Congratulations: To Lynsey Neilsen who won a family pass to the National Zoo and Aquarium, thanks to everyone for entering!

Spring Photo Competition: The Forbes Phoenix has teamed up with renowned photographer Kim Storey from Avalind Photography to launch a Spring Photo Competition for 2019. Avalind Photography

Marg Applebee from Central West Lachlan Group Inc (far left) spoke with the lovely ladies at Forbes Probus about Landcare last week.

Forbes Youth and Community Centre New Playground: Are you looking for the perfect birthday party location? Why not try the Forbes Youth and Community Centre. Soft fall has been installed and the renovations are now complete in the new playground. This project was funded by the NSW Government’s Stronger Country Communities Grant and Forbes Shire Council.

Bus to Les Miserables in Parkes: Neighbourhood Central in Forbes is organising a bus to Parkes for the Les Miserable show on 6th October for the 2pm matinee for those who have no transport. Places are limited, call into the HACC Centre at 7 Harold Street to register for this trip.

Editor Wanted: The Forbes Phoenix are currently looking for a locally based reporter/ editor for the paper each week. Hours are flexible to suit the right candidate. Come and join the amazing local team and deliver the good news to Forbes each week. If you are interested please call Roselea on 6344 1846 or email sales@canowindraphoenix.com.au

Spring Photo Competition: The Forbes Phoenix has teamed up with renowned photographer Kim Storey from Avalind Photography to launch a Spring Photo Competition for 2019. Avalind Photography has kindly donated a family photo session plus a free print valued at $340 for the winner. To enter simply snap away some great “Spring Inspired” images in and around Forbes and email your photo to editor@ forbesphoenix.com.au or enter via the website www.forbesphoenix.com.au

Wirrinya Picnic Day: Will be held this Sunday 29th September at “The Shed” Wirrinya with gates opening at 10am. There will be games, races, food and family fun for all. Follow Wirrinya Progress on Facebook or call Monica for more information on 0429 634 531.

Contributions: If you have a Thumbs Up or Down, Snippet, Be Seen Photo, Stork News, Wedding Bell or Catch of the Week simply email editor@forbesphoenix.com.au

Pool Opening: Dust off the swimmers Forbes as the Forbes Olympic Pool will open for Summer on Saturday 5th October.

Grazing Down the Lachlan: Wind and dust did not dampen the spirits of over 800 “Grazers” who enjoyed an amazing day out along the Lachlan River last Saturday, with amazing food and drinks by O Tama Carey the 2019 Creative Director. The Grazing Down the Lachlan team (pictured below) should be congratulated on another amazing event for Forbes!

Lions Club Donation: Mr Ian Gilchrist from the Forbes and District Lions Club presented a big cheque for $500 to help with the cost of a new lap top trolley at Forbes North Public School recently. The student Parliamentarians accepted the cheque on behalf of the Forbes North Public School P&C.

New Tip Opening Times: Next month Bedgerabong and Garema Landfill’s will have new opening times. Bedgerabong Landfill will be open Wednesdays from 1:30pm to 4:30pm and Sundays 9am to 12noon. Garema Landfill will be open Wednesdays 8am to 11am and Sundays 1:30pm to 4:30pm. These new times will take effect on 2 October 2019.

Footy Tipping Winner: Well done to the team at MD Steel for winning the NRL Footy Tipping competition for 2019 on 121 points. JD’s Glass and Glazing came a close second on 120 points and Forbes Physiotherapy came third with 115 points. Thank you to everyone for competing this year and to our sponsor Acheson’s Home Timber and Hardware.

Spring Photo Competition: The Forbes Phoenix has teamed up with renowned photographer Kim Storey from Avalind Photography to launch a Spring Photo Competition for 2019. Avalind Photography has kindly donated a family photo session plus a free print valued at $340 for the winner. To enter simply snap away some great “Spring Inspired” images in and around Forbes and email your photo to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au or enter via the website www.forbesphoenix.com.au

Water Restrictions: A reminder to everyone of the current water restrictions in place as the temperatures start to rise. Forbes Shire currently sits on Level 1 restrictions. Watering of lawns is permitted between the hours of 6pm – 10am daily by watering systems, micro sprayers, drip systems, soaker hoses, non-fixed sprinklers and hand held hoses only. Watering of Residential Gardens between the hours of 6pm – 10am daily by watering systems, micro sprayers, drip systems, soaker hoses, non-fixed sprinklers and hand held hoses only. Irrigation of new turf permitted for one week after laying during the above times. Washing down walls or paved surfaces not permitted. Topping up private swimming pools permitted. First fill of private swimming pools permitted. Washing cars at home permitted with a bucket and rinse with a trigger hose on lawn at any time of the day.

Forbes North Public School students (L-R Back Row) Jack, Laura and Riley (L-R Front) Jessica, Aurora and Drew worked hard last week to create beautiful art to enter at the Forbes Show.

Stork News: Proud parents Nadika and Jye Skinner are pleased to announce the arrival of baby Hudson George Skinner on 1st September 2019 weighing 7lb 8.5oz and 51cm long. Hudson is a little brother for Arlo.

Forbes Show Competition Winners: Well done to Phebe Woods, Geoff Wells and Brendan Morrison who have each won a Family Pass to Forbes Show this weekend, have fun!

Another Great Show Planned for Forbes: Forbes Shire Council again supports the local shows in the Shire through the Community Funding Program, with funds provided this year going towards running costs and bringing the Show to the community in its 144th year. “The Forbes Show is such an important part of the calendar,” says Forbes Shire Mayor, Phyllis Miller OAM. “It provides an opportunity for our rural families to connect and participate in the many events taking place over the two days. This year is particularly important with the growing drought situation, come along and have some fun.”

Catch of the Week Winners: Congratulations to Henry Mattiske the July winner and Paul Menzies the August winner. Please head into Loomzy’s Fish n Fix to claim your $25 voucher. Don’t forget to keep sending in your fshing pics to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au

Nominate Your Town for a Makeover: Rural Aid is launching a campaign aimed at providing 10 country towns impacted by drought, with a makeover. The lucky 10 country towns will receive a minimum of $100,000 each over five years. Working with town leaders, the money will be spent developing plans, through facilitated workshops, to support the long-term sustainability of the town and local community. Rural Aid will partner with experts in rural/ regional town renewal who will work with town leaders to develop the long-term renewal strategy. Rural Aid’s Farm Army of volunteers (usually between 50 – 100) will also spend a week in the town undertaking a range of infrastructure projects. Applications close 30th September visit www.ruralaid.org.au/nominate/

Spring Photo Competition: The Forbes Phoenix has teamed up with renowned photographer Kim Storey from Avalind Photography to launch the competition for 2019. Avalind Photography has kindly donated a family photo session plus a free print valued at $340 for the winner. To enter simply snap away some great “Spring Inspired” images in and around Forbes and email your photo to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au or PM via the Facebook page.

Costing for Grant Funding for Lighting of Sporting Ovals: Expressions of Interest are invited for costing to be prepared for Council to assist in the application of grant funding. Should Council be successful in securing this funding, quotations for these works will be invited via a request for tender. Expressions of interest, addressed to the General Manger, can be lodged by hand, by 10am Wednesday 11 September 2019. For further information contact Council’s Procurement and Corporate Business Officer on 6850 2300 or refer to Council’s website www.forbes.nsw.gov.au for the expression of interest documentation.

Bernardi’s Forbes: Are so excited to announce the new beneficiaries for the second round of the Building Better Communities
Program! Forbes Junior Platypi Rugby Club, Forbes FINS Swimming Club and St Laurence’s Parish School P&F. Make sure you grab a token next time you’re shopping at Bernardi’s and support one of these great organisations!

Do you love to write stories? The Forbes Phoenix are currently looking for a locally based reporter/editor for the paper each week. Hours are flexible to suit the right candidate. Come and join our amazing local team and deliver the good news to Forbes each week. If you are interested please call Sarah on 6344 1846 or email publisher@phoenixnewspapers.com.au

Forbes Youth Action Team: Are you aged between 13-25 years and want to be a part of the Forbes Youth Action Team? The
Youth Action Team has been established to give young people in Forbes a voice to issues they feel are important and an opportunity to participate in developing activities to meet their needs. The Team meets regularly at the Youth and Community Centre. It’s a great way to make new friends and make magic happen around town. Contact Council’s Youth Officer, Sarah Williams on 6850 2300 for more information.

Contributions: If you have a Thumbs Up/Down, Snippet, Be Seen Photo, Stork News, Wedding Bell or Catch of the Week we would love to hear from you! Simply email editor@forbesphoenix.com.au we love all contributions!

Bedgerabong Race Club AGM Results: On the 31st July, Bedgerabong Picnic Race Club held their Annual General Meeting. The Executive Team are Nathan Clarke – President, Tim Currey, Andrew McKeller and Russ Constable – Vice Presidents, Michelle Whiley – Secretary, Nelly Dukes – Treasurer, and Greg Hodges – Assistant Treasurer. Mark Saturday 15th February 2020 on your calendar for next year’s races.

It’s Showtime: The Forbes Show is only weeks away so enter our competition on www.forbesphoenix.com.au and you could
win 1 of 3 Family Passes for 2 adults and 3 children. The competition will be drawn on 2nd September at 2pm.

Way Back When: Have you got an old photograph of a local person or a photograph of Forbes way back when? If so we would love to see it for our new feature ‘Way Back When’, simply email your photo and information to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au

Forbes Business Chamber: Held a great AGM at the Forbes Inn on the 31st July. The New Committee is President – Marg Duggan, Vice President – Michael Jelbart, Junior Vice President – Stuart Thomas, Secretary – Gabe Miller, Treasurer – Kimberly Chudleigh, Returning Officer – Warwick Rolfe and General Committee members include – Ian Bown, Brett Rout, Elle Barry, Alison Uphill, Sheryl Garner and Aaron Acheson. The Committee are looking forward to another very prosperous year and intend to continue to support businesses through the drought. The Forbes
Business Chamber will be offering training, support, events, business visits and networking opportunities to their members. In addition members will have access to legal assistance, human resources and rebates for energy.

Show Competition: Are you heading to the Forbes Show on the 6th and 7th September this year? Why not enter our show competition on Page 7 and you could win 1 of 3 Family Passes! Simply enter online at www.forbesphoenix.com.au competition will be drawn on 2nd September.

Creative Kids Voucher: The Creative Kids program provides $100 for each schoolaged child in NSW to get involved in creative and cultural activities. Vouchers can be used towards registration, participation and tuition costs for performing arts, visual arts, coding, languages, literature, music and other creative and cultural activities within an approved list of activity providers. Across the NSW Central West 70 providers have now registered to accept the vouchers. To apply for your voucher simply head to www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-creative- kids-voucher

Daffodil Day: The Cancer Council is urging Forbes residents to show their support for the Daffodil Day Appeal this August by donating to life-saving research to give more than hope to those affected by cancer. The Daffodil Day Appeal will take place on Friday 23 August 2019 the Cancer Council will be accepting cash donations with pins and fresh daffodils for sale.

CWCU Monthly Sports Achiever: Tayte McNamara has been excelling in a number of sports this year to be nominated and selected as the June Central West Credit Union Monthly Sports Achiever. He has represented his school for Swimming, Cross Country, Rugby League, Touch and Rugby Union as well as representing Forbes for Cricket. Well done Tayte – keep up the great work!