EAT UP FOR THE CUP: Eugowra locals enjoyed Melbourne Cup in a number of ways including some more intimate home dining and catching up with friends, work functions and the usual pub and club activities.

BUTLERS EXQUISITE SERVICE: The Butlers Windscreen Repairs/ O’Briens team have been providing quality service and work to the Forbes community for years and remain the benchmark for all things glass and windscreens. Call them today on 6852 3777.

WATCHING THE RACE: Ralph Smith and Doug McCormick couldn’t take their eyes off the screen on Melbourne Cup Day!

WINNERS ARE GRINNERS: Linda Merritt and Trish Todd were all smiles at the Forbes Inn.

MELBOURNE CUP LUNCH: Mayor Phyllis Miller enjoying lunch with friends at the Forbes Golf Club on Tuesday.

GIRLS DAY OUT: Tuesday at the Forbes Inn was not the normal work lunch for these lovely ladies!

DOG DAY AFTERNOON: With a record harvest on the horizon, every man, woman and his dog were on hand on the farm on the weekend.

HALLOWEEN FUN: Lindy Colvin and Kerry Locke at the Commercial Hotel enjoying Halloween shenanigans and holding the fort for Chris Hodge behind the bar.

FAIR-LY GOOD DAY: Paige Nicholson with son Miles Wren at the Forbes Fair last weekend. From all reports the little man had a great time and shoots better than dad!

SCHOOLS OUT, YOUR SHOUT: Even some of our favourite teachers and childcare educators turned out for Taste On Templar last Saturday night.

ACHO’S DOING IT RIGHT: Acheson’s Mitre 10 held
a BBQ last Saturday along with Forbes Lions to raise funds for the global charity in another positive initiative by Acheson’s who have also opened a new garden centre and are offering a variety of amazing shopping experiences for locals.

PERFECT DAY FOR IT: There were plenty of boats and kayaks on the lake over the weekend as well as plenty of fishing. Pic by @nautiquesport_200.

NO CLOWNING AROUND: Ruben and Luke Molloy couldn’t wait to have a crack at the clowns at the Forbes Fair last weekend.

TASTE BUDS READY: Mayor Phyllis Miller with patrons at the Hazell and Field Accountants and Advisors Taste On Templar event last Saturday night to raise vital funds for the Forbes CanAssist Branch.

BREAST CANCER MONTH: Central West Credit Union went all pink last week to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month held every October. Pic courtesy of CWCU Forbes.

WELL-EARNED REST: Vince Kirk and his trusty furry companion have a well-deserved break from farm work. See Rural Round Up for more on this year’s bumper harvest. Pic courtesy of Vince Kirk.

THEY’RE HANGING AROUND: Last week we reported Paul ‘Boo’ Newcombe, Forbes Snakecatcher had caught 33 so far this Spring – Clive brings the total to 35… and counting. Clive Hocking caught these two near his garden across from Hughie Wilson Oval.

FARMERS MARKETS RETURN: Forbes Farmers Markets returned last weekend with people coming out in their droves to support local vendors after a disruptive 18 months for trade. Pic courtesy of FSC.

LEGO MASTER: Congratulations Clara (pictured) and Harrison on being the winners of the FSC Lego Masters Competition! Well done and thank you to everyone who participated in our online School Holiday Program! #SchoolHolidays2021 #legomasters #winnersaregrinners

NEW HOURS: The Forbes Toy Library will be closed on Thursday and open every second Saturday until December 1. As a result of varied hours, the volunteer organisation will waive all late fees.

WORTHY RECIPIENT: Congrats Forbes Medicine and Mind Nurse Manager, Nadine Moxey, who accepted the winners trophy at the Pen CS Awards in the ‘CAT Plus Super User’ category via an online ceremony for some amazing work in data analytics.

AMAZING EFFORT: Lachlan Valley Vets were on hand for the Forbes Spring Races last weekend and as always they did another marvellous job looking after all the wonderful horses. Top work!

HARD WORKING VOLUNTEER: John ‘Tractor’ Rennick, the former Forbes Jockey Club President, was recently awarded Life Membership and had a Maiden Plate in Race 5 named after him last Saturday as a sweetener. You’re a legend!

WE ALL FLOAT DOWN HERE: This cracking photo by local lenswoman Lauren McConnell is a worthy finalist in the Australia-wide Will and Bear and Sony Australia ‘Moments Captured 2021’ competition and if it is up to us this pic will take some beating! Lauren you are a star and good luck!

VAX PROOF: Proof of Vaccination Certificates are available online via Medicare and My Gov as well as in hard copy forms from the administrator of your vaccine shot. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist for more info. Pictured – Paul Toole.

TASTE ON TEMPLAR: Taste On Templar is on again on Saturday October 30 from 6:30pm. Get your tickets so you don’t miss out! See story on Page 3 for more.

THE WAY WE WERE: Lachlan Street, Forbes in 1906 still holds many similarities to today with the same architecture including the famous Forbes Post Office. If you have any old photos, stories or memories we’d love to hear them. Please email editor@forbesphoenix.com.au

OUT AND ABOUT: Councillors Graeme Miller and Steve Karaitiana were one of many in the Forbes CBD this week enjoying the easing of restrictions by the Perrottet-Toole government on Monday. Both men were checking out FSC beautification works on Templar Street.

SHEARING TIME: This cracking pic by Vince Kirk depicts shearing time in our shire – a region synonymous with sheep and wool.

NOW AND THEN: John Barilaro (middle) with Forbes Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM and NSW National’s Sam Farraway at the Forbes Ski Dam. Barilaro resigned from parliament on Monday, three days after former premier Gladys Berejiklian. Paul Toole is the new NSW Nats leader.

FRESH PRODUCE: Forbes Riverside Community Garden volunteer Leo Curran displays some of the fresh produce from the gardens. Membership is only $10 and anyone can join and start their own garden. The garden is open on Saturday mornings for anyone interested from 9am.

DATE NIGHT: Claudia Hart and her hand-raised cockatoo were out after lockdown restrictions were ended for a drink and a quiet meal at the Commercial Hotel in Forbes last week.

ARTWORK AVAILABLE: Mahlah Molloy of Inkheart Designs has a number of artworks available for pick up or delivery including the artist lab range on Australian made high quality canvas prints. You can check out more here – https://inkheart.net/collections/artist-lab-range

WINNER: Haylee Redfern is kicking serious goals in kettlebell and long cycle events – see story back page in sport.

RETIRED: Assistant Deputy Police Commissioner for Western Region Geoff McKechnie retired last week after 33 years in the force.

THANK YOU: Numerous businesses from The Bake-house and Domino’s to countless others have all donated time, gifts and energy as a thank you to all our essential workers during the pandemic.

SNAKES ALIVE: More and more brown snakes are coming out of hibernation and residents are warned to keep an eye out.