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Businesses In Forbes Are Gearing Up For Christmas

November 30, 2023 by Roxane Manley

“The shops are certainly decked out for Christmas and are already welcoming many Christmas shoppers through their doors. The Christmas Promotion is running so please remember to click on the QR Code with every purchase and fill in your details to go into the weekly draw.” said Aaron Acheson.

Work continues towards the Find It In AMAZNG Forbes Christmas Carnival with festivities kicking off a 5pm. The street closure will take place on the 8 December from 12 noon in Rankin, Templar and Battye Streets. Please park all Vehicles off the street to allow for the rides to load into the area.

Market Stalls, rides, street games, art activities, face painting and lots more will see a very busy and fun area for the duration of the Carnival. Food stalls and trucks will be on site to feed Forbes residents and visitors.

Forbes Christmas Carnival will be held on the 8 December from 5 – 9pm.

Thank you to our sponsors Forbes Shire Council, Forbes Business Chamber Inc, WIN and PRIME TV. Other major sponsors are: Bernardis and Terry Bros Carpet Court, Forbes Phoenix, Flannery’s Pharmacy, Gunns Menswear and Embroidery, MD Steel and Walkers AgNVet.

Participating businesses have once again offered tremendous support for the Find It In AMAZING Forbes This Christmas. The businesses Acheson’s Mitre 10, AgriWest, Allure On Main, Bernardis, Blue Sky Outdoors, Blush Organic Beauty, Bowns Sports Power, Cahills Footwear Forbes, Chapter Two Boutique, C&D Floorcovering, Euphoria Road, Flannery’s Pharmacy, Forbes Automotive Services and ARB, Forbes Business Chamber Inc., Forbes Central Butchery, Forbes Shire Council, Forbes Small Engines, Graces Hair Studio, Gunns Menswear and Embroidery, HozPots Garden Centre, Isabel’s Café, Jessica’s Beauty, Life Pharmacy, Little Extras Lifestyle, Loomzys FishNFix, News On Rankin, MD Steel, Phillip Wells Optometrist, Robbs Jewellers, Steel Technology, Terry Bros Carpet Court, The Bakehouse, The Book Dispensary, Turners Furniture One, Undercover Sleepwear and Lingerie and WA Knights Cranes, Walkers AgNVet.

Supporting businesses are MCC Chudleigh and Dobell, Forbes Livestock, Michael Robinson and Real Estate, Central West Diesel, Miller Whitty Lennon and McMillian Industries.

Planning A Great Night Out Means Planning A Safe Trip Home

November 30, 2023 by Roxane Manley

If you are planning a night out, you also need to plan a safe trip home – and you could win a new swag just by sharing your Plan B.

Warmer weather and the end of the year mean it’s celebration time for many, and a Transport for NSW initiative is aimed at making this summer the safest ever on our roads.

Patrons at more than 336 pubs, clubs and bottle shops across western NSW will be able to enter a competition at each participating venue to win a swag valued at around $250.

Entrants at these participating venues can take part in the ‘Win a Swag’ initiative simply by telling us their Plan B for getting home safely.

Transport for NSW Regional Director West Alistair Lunn said the message was simple for people heading out during the festive season: always have a Plan B to get back home safely” Mr Lunn said.Statistics show the devastating impact of alcohol on the state’s road toll, with drink driving playing a part in 17 per cent of all fatal crashes in NSW from 2018 to 2022 and seven per cent of serious crashes.

The impact is even greater in the bush, with a little over 50 per cent of all alcohol-related crashes between 2018 and 2022 occurring on country roads.

The Transport for NSW Win A Swag initiative will run throughout December and January, in partnership with local councils across the state.

Get Ready For The Christmas Carnival Fun Begin

November 23, 2023 by Roxane Manley

Shop at participating shops that feature the Find It In Forbes Christmas tree.

The Forbes Christmas Carnival is ready to roll and will open to the public at 5pm on Friday 8 December. Forbes Business Chamber is pleased to bring the carnival festivities to the community and hope that lots of people will join in and celebrate.

“There are market stalls, giant games, rock climbing wall, bungee trampolines,

jumping castles, Tea Cup merry-go-round and arts and craft activities. Food is provided by established Forbes businesses and food vans that will be dotted around the site” said Aaron Acheson, President, Forbes Business Chamber.

The Carnival will be located in the central business area of Templar Street, Rankin

and Battye Streets. The Committee ask that vehicles are removed from the site no later than 12 noon for the street closures to take place prior to set up beginning.

“Forbes and the surrounding villages are well and truly due for a fabulous Christmas celebration. There will be so much to see and do such as face painting, free balloon hand outs and even a visit from Mr and Mrs Claus.” said Aaron Acheson

Entertainment and music are on the stage located at the junction of the two streets.

Thank to many people who have offered to assist and a huge thank you to those

who are participating.

Many businesses have been very generous with time and funds and have worked tirelessly to get the Christmas spirt alive and well in Forbes.

Keep clicking on the QR every time you purchase at a participating business to be in the draw to win. The colourful Find It In Forbes Christmas tree will be displayed out the front of their store. Remember if you can not enter the draw digitally with the QR code then we can offer you a manual option for the draws if you need it.

School’s Out! Graduates Reminded ‘Don’t #uck With A Truck’ When Travelling To Schoolies Events Across Australia

November 23, 2023 by Roxane Manley

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding school leavers of the importance of sharing the road safely with trucks, ahead of graduation festivities over the coming weeks.

A recent study conducted by the NHVR, surveyed 1000 drivers aged 16-25 across Australia and highlighted the disconnect between young drivers’ self-assessed confidence and their actual comfort level sharing the road with heavy vehicles.

The survey revealed that just 29% felt very knowledgeable about the rules, bringing to light a real risk as an influx of school graduates prepare to travel to Schoolies events across the country.

NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto OAM said while heavy vehicle safety is not a usual topic of discussion amongst young people, the NHVR’s goal is to bring the conversation to life, and help teach inexperienced drivers how to safely share the road.

“This year alone, Australia has recorded 167 fatal crashes involving heavy vehicles and 190 lives lost,” Mr Petroccitto said.

“Our studies show many young drivers experience anxiety or nervousness driving near heavy vehicles, and with our road toll only continuing to rise, this is a huge cause for concern.

“Typically, around 70 per cent of serious incidents involving both heavy and light vehicles are the fault of the light vehicle, highlighting the need for greater education with our young drivers.

Don’t #uck With A Truck is a campaign created by the NHVR last year, to improve young drivers’ awareness and education of how to drive safely around trucks.

The campaign will also feature on social media (TikTok, Instagram), Spotify and outdoor billboards throughout the duration of Schoolies

For more information www.dontmuckwithatruck.com.au

Chef’s Kiss: Brain-Friendly Cake Shines Light On Cognitive Decline

November 23, 2023 by Roxane Manley

When it comes to improving cognitive decline, it seems you can have your cake and eat it too.

It’s a no-brainer that food is very important for a person’s brain health.

UNSW’s food and health expert, Professor Johannes le Coutre, and Director of UNSW’s Ageing Futures Institute and Senior Principal Research Scientist at NeuRA, Professor Kaarin Anstey, have helped develop a very special brain-friendly cake.

In collaboration with community care provider, Meals on Wheels NSW, the cake uses ingredients that have shown to be beneficial to the brain while highlighting the widespread issue of cognitive decline among senior Australians.

Using the currently available scientific evidence, we came up with a list of foods that are understood to provide quality nutrition – which is really important as we age – while still allowing for the nostalgic enjoyment of eating a slice of cake.

‘The Unforgettable Cake’ was developed by master pastry chef Christopher Thé, well-known as the founder of the famous ‘strawberry watermelon cake’ from Black Star Pastry, with advice from a group of experts.

The cake includes only natural ingredients that are widely believed to be beneficial to the brain, such as beetroot, spinach, turmeric, olive oil and blueberries.

For the cake itself, Chris Thé used a mixture of beetroot, spinach, turmeric, and olive oil.

Beetroot can improve blood flow through the brain, and consequently may improve cognitive function and cognition. Olive oil is famed for its Mediterranean diet qualities, which include the ability to protect the brain, support memory, and reduce Alzheimer’s biomarkers.

The cake also includes natural sweeteners like honey which has anti-inflammatory qualities and vanilla ermine frosting which is a universally loved cake flavour.

The cake was topped off with fresh blueberries which are loaded with essential nutrients which help to stimulate the flow of blood and oxygen in the brain.

The Unforgettable Cake will be delivered to select Meals on Wheels clients from Wednesday 22 November.

2 Princess Street – Historic Forbes

November 23, 2023 by Roxane Manley

For More information on the purchase of this historic forbes home contact Johnstons Rural Group.

Forbes based property specialists Johnston Rural Group are pleased to be able to offer 2 Princess Street, Forbes to the market. This historic Forbes home is spacious and light filled with a functional, open plan design – this is a home built for entertaining extended family and friends.

This well-maintained and welcoming residential property enjoys a prime location only 2.2km from the Forbes town centre and is within walking distance from stunning Lake Forbes and the Forbes Ski Dam.

The commanding 4-bedroom brick home was built in 2008 by Forbes master builder Bernie Horan and boasts a functional open plan living design with great integration between its indoor and outdoor living areas.

The property characterises the ‘ideal family home’ with its large bedrooms that features built-in wardrobes, master bedroom with ensuite / walk-in robe, study / nursery, theatre room, games room, and an oversized two car garage.

The additional improvements which are set within the low maintenance lawns and garden include a 3 bay lockup garage, small garden shed, services & utilities area and children’s playset.

The Vendors Ken and Jann Sly have decided to sell the property which they have now called home for the past 15 years to downsize, and the new house that they are currently building in Forbes is nearing completion.

Marketing agent Sam Johnston stated that “So far we have received enquiries from retiring farmers, people seeking a larger home in anticipation of a growing family, and from people looking for a robust long term residential investment.”

\Sam Johston of Johnston Rural Group commenting that “This property would also suit families who are wanting to relocate to a vibrant country town that has strong future growth prospects and job opportunities”.

2 Princess Street is being offered for sale by Expressions of Interest (EOI) with expressions closing at 12 noon AEDT Tuesday the 12th of December 2023. A detailed brochure and price guide is available upon request with inspections by appointments only. 0412 896 602 sam@johnstongroup.com.au

Funding Boost For Rural Roads

November 23, 2023 by Roxane Manley

The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed news the Federal Government will double the Roads to Recovery funding program, providing a much needed shot in the arm to dilapidated regional roads.

Minister Catherine King said the Government would gradually increase funding for the Roads to Recovery program from $500 million to a $1 billion program over the next four years.

NFF President David Jochinke said this increased funding would provide key resources to local government to maintain local road networks.

“Flooding in 2021 and 2022 significantly deteriorated critical road infrastructure across Australia and the systemic underfunding of the regional road network has slowed road repairs.

“Local roads make up about 85% of the nation’s road network but they just have not been given the attention they deserve.”

Mr Jochinke said the poor state of local roads had been a handbrake on productivity, holding back regional development and undermining safety and welfare for all road users.

“Poor roads impede overall freight efficiency and slow the movement of freight but they also restrict high-productivity freight vehicles accessing ‘first and last mile’ roads essential for getting agricultural products from farm to market.

“Many rural councils are at a breaking point with large road networks to manage and low populations.

“The average cost of maintaining a kilometre of local government road in metropolitan councils is typically shared between 175 people, while in rural and remote council areas the cost is shared between less than five people.”

Finns Store a New Beginning

November 16, 2023 by Roxane Manley

13 years ago Jackie and Geoff Yeo the owners and restorers of Finns Store Canowindra embarked on a folly which turned into a love of Canowindra and country. It was 2010 NSW was gripped in drought, Canowindra was struggling, the main street was desolate having seen better days. Knowing that drought always breaks and though there being little optimism they could see the enormous potential of the region, the town, the bendy main street and most of all the grand old lady “Finns”. Purchasing and restoring the old building whilst pioneering the new retail concept mixing wine, food, coffee, art, clothing, jewellery, furniture and giftware the store quickly became unmatched in the central west. Other businesses in the main street quickly followed suit, and new retail and cafe businesses opened.

It is with a heavy heart Jackie and Geoff have announced that the building and business is for sale either as a going concern or vacant possession. Jackie, still full of vitality, has a new passion: Grandchildren.

Geoffrey wants to spend more time on his bike and more time managing the burgeoning legal practice Peacockes Solicitors.

For the month of November the store will be conducting a progressive closing down sale with plenty of bargains to be had culminating with a Clearing Sale and Auction conducted by Elders Emms Mooney Saturday 2nd December.

Call in to wish Jackie and Geoff all the best, grab a bargain, have one of those amazing iced chocolates or spiders, a coffee from the latte lawyer, or experience the warm and quirky ambience of the store one more time.

If interested in the clearing sale please feel free to make inquiry at Finns or contact Peter Bromley on 0404 037 729

Forbes Christmas Promotion And Christmas Carnival Will Bring Fun, Laughter And Happiness To All

November 16, 2023 by Roxane Manley

The Trees are out. Each participating business will have a wonderful timberChristmas Tree out the front of their business or close to their front door.

Aaron Acheson said “We are so pleased to be able to offer $20,000 in prizes this year. It has been a tough year so the Forbes Business Chamber is delighted to have kept the draws to encourage local shopping”.

The draws began on November 13th.“All you need to do is scan the QR Code in store and fill in the details. If you don’t have a phone each store will have a manual sheet. We want to make sure that everyone has a fair turn,” said Aaron Acheson. $500 draws will be held on Thursday afternoons on the 16, 23 and 30th November, 7, 14 and 21 December. 5 x $500 draws will take place at the AMAZING Forbes Christmas Carnival on the 8 December. The remaining draws for the 23 December are 6 x $500, 1 x $1500, 2 x $2500 and 1 x $5000 giving a total funding pool of $20000.

Participating businesses offering support for the Find It In AMAZING Forbes This Christmas. The businesses Acheson’s Mitre 10, AgriWest, Allure On Main, Bernardis, Blue Sky Outdoors, Blush Organic Beauty, Bowns Sports Power, Cahills Footwear Forbes, Chapter Two Boutique, C&D Floorcovering, Euphoria Road, Flannery’s Pharmacy, Forbes Automotive Services and ARB, Forbes Business Chamber Inc., Forbes Central Butchery, Forbes Shire Council, Forbes Small Engines, Graces Hair Studio, Gunns Menswear and Embroidery, HozPots Garden Centre, Isabel’s Café, Jessica’s Beauty, Life Pharmacy, Little Extras Lifestyle, Loomzys FishNFix, News On Rankin, MD Steel, Phillip Wells Optometrist, Robbs Jewellers, Steel Technology, Terry Bros Carpet Court, The Bakehouse, The Book Dispensary, Turners Furniture One, Undercover Sleepwear and Lingerie and WA Knights Cranes, Walkers AgNVet.

Get Involved In The Khub Wishing Tree Appeal

November 16, 2023 by Roxane Manley

IMAGE: L-R Salvation Army Rep, Wendy Broome Salvation Army, Jessica Storm Khub Store Manager, Taylah Mackinnon Assistant Store Manager, Annabelle Cole-macindoe, Aleesha saville, Tracey little, Katie O’malley.

Khub Forbes have Launched their annual Kmart wishing tree appeal in conjunction with the Salvation Army. Many families are doing it tough – which is why we’re asking our community to come together and support those who need it most.

The Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal is Australia’s largest and longest-running gift collection drive. It has been helping assist those in need in local communities at Christmas and beyond for over 30 years. Working with the Salvation Army, and with the generous support of our customers, Kmart have donated over $5.6 million and 10 million in gifts distributed to those in need at Christmas. There are six wishing tree champions in every Kmart store – that is over 1300 team members that are dedicated to helping support local communities.

The Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal supports children, adults, seniors and families who are unable to afford gifts at Christmas and beyond Christmas.

With more than 760,000 children currently living in poverty, Kmart alongside The Salvation Army are working together to give hope to Australians who may be struggling with homelessness, illness or family crisis.

Kmart along with The Salvation Army are coming together for the 36th year to help support those doing it tough. We encourage you to embrace the spirit of giving this year by supporting the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal, by making a cash contribution in store, or online, or giving a gift in store. The Appeal runs from 13- 24 December 2023.

Forbes Khub Store Manager wants the local communities to know that “these donations stay local as we work alongside the parkes/forbes salvation army to distribute these gifts”.

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