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Keeping Resolutions Is Achievable

January 25, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

If you love food, here’s a little guide to shaping up, minus the dieting.

Make friends with food: Think healthy, moderate eating!
Make your own food: Know your ingredients and influence what ends up on your plate.
Focus on the experience: If you enjoy what you eat, you’re less likely to fall into the restrict and binge cycle.
Reinvent your favourite naughty dishes: If you like ice cream, try making it with coconut milk and stevia instead.
Keep it social: Invite your friends to bring a dish.
If you are struggling to stick to your resolutions – try these tips:

• Make one change at a time.

• Break it up into smaller goals.

• Lift your Spirits.

• Give your willpower some wiggle room: avoid making 100% resolutions.

• Write down things you’re proud of, right down to ‘I get out of bed when I don’t want to.’

• Draw on the strength of images: put up a photo of a thinner you on the fridge, or a picture of a Caribbean beach in your wallet to remind yourself of the holiday you’re saving for.

(From WebMD and other internet sources)

Forbes Has A Bowen Therapist

January 19, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Bowen Therapy, started by Tom Bowen, has been around for more than 50 years. Locally Greg Howell, who runs the Forbes Bowen and Wellness Centre, is the only Bowen therapist in town. Greg has been practising for over seven years. He discovered Bowen therapy when
he developed lupus, which is an auto immune disease. After being treated successfully, Greg decided to look into it more closely. He completed training of more than seven months and set up his practice in Forbes. Every two years, he does further training to ensure he remains up to date with the most relevant new techniques.

Call Greg on 0427 592 771 for an appointment.

Deanna Has A Good Eye For Detail

January 19, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Phil Wells, of Phillip Wells Optometry is sad to farewell Michelle Churchill, his receptionist for 12 years. However he is happy to welcome Deanna Gamble. Deanna has been travelling both overseas and around Australia but has come home to Forbes to stay. Phil said when he advertised Michelle’s position there were many wonderful applicants, however Deanna was the successful candidate not only for her happy disposition and sound administration skills but because she has had previous experience working alongside an optical supplier.

Welcome Deanna! And best of luck with your future endeavours Michelle!

Jemalong Wool Market Report

January 16, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Friday 13th January 2017

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First Cross Ewes In Magnificent Condition

January 12, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

A crowd of around 300 people attended the Forbes First Cross Ewe Sale at the Central West Livestock Exchange at Daroobalgie last Thursday where more than 11,000 ewes were sold. Troffs Pastoral Company claimed the Glamis Shield for the best-presented pen of ewes. There were two new judges this year, Jenny Bradley and Barry Harper. Geoffrey Jones and family of Trundle took the coveted shield home in its 37th year.

Adam Chudleigh of McCarron Cullinane Chudleigh said: “The yarding was in magnificent condition.” He attributed it to the specialty breeders in the Forbes region coupled with a fantastic season. Adam said a large percentage of the yarding was sold to other areas throughout NSW, with strong interest from buyers from the Riverina, Southern and Central Tablelands. In all a total of 11,319 First Cross
ewes were sold.

The Quade family of Trundle had the top priced pen of ewes at $280.

Vital Support On Offer Over Festive Period

December 22, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

With the final week of 2016 upon us, it’s a time to reflect, but for some this time of year is challenging. Fortunately, many online and phone services, like headspace and Cancer Council will remain open this festive season. The holiday season can pose many challenges for people affected by cancer. The new Cancer Council Online Community provides the opportunity to connect, share experiences, and find information and support in a safe forum. It’s available 24/7 from any online device, regardless of location.

Cancer Council NSW’s Lead Supportive Care Manager, Hannah Baird said the online community aimed to reduce isolation by encouraging people to share their stories with others in similar situations. “What we are seeing through our peer support programs is more and more people are turning to digital platforms for information and support, to connect with others who can relate to what they are experiencing.”
The Cancer Council 13 11 20 telephone information and support service is available over the holiday period. For more
information visit: www.cancercouncil.com.au/OC

The beginning of a new year can also be a turbulent time for many young people. They may be facing some big life changes like starting a new school, awaiting exam results to get into higher education, or commencing employment. When normal routines change and daily structure is altered it can cause pressure. During these times, it is valuable for families and friends to be aware of signs and symptoms that something might be wrong with their loved ones. Being withdrawn, expressing ongoing worry, or irritability are just a few changes to look out for.

If you need support or advice, headspace can help. The National Youth Mental Health Foundation, headspace, provides support to young people aged 12-25 years who are going through a tough time. This includes support for mental health, physical health, work and study, or alcohol and other drugs. It is also open to parents. Visit headspace.org.au or access help via eheadspace.org.au for online and telephone
support between 9am-1am seven days-a-week.

PJL Irrigation Pumps Into Life

December 15, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

PJL has launched a division for the sale and service of irrigation and pumps from its Parkes operations. PJL has been operating in Parkes since lst July this year and employs in excess of 20 staff. Arne Murray is heading up the irrigation and pumps side of the business and has relocated to Parkes with his wife and two children. Arne has been in this industry for 12 years, working previously for Lister Irrigation in Queensland.

Arne brings a wealth of experience to this role, and he has worked on domestic irrigation systems to large scale agricultural and industrial pumping systems. The focus for this new division is to specialise and service all aspects of irrigation. At this time of the year there is extreme pressure on all watering systems, from domestic, stock to pool systems, often leading to a varying level of repairs, and replacement of components and systems. PJL sells and services Calepeda, Franklin and Mono pumps. Arne is available to speak to customers either over the phone or by meeting with them onsite to discuss their needs. PJL pride themselves on a high level of customer service and speedy
response times. Contact Arne on 0488 715 400.

Jemalong Wool Weekly Market Update

December 8, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Prices continued to climb this week pushing the NRI to 1441, the highest level since June 2011. Buyer attention persisted in the Superfine microns with 16.5 and 17 microns up to 60 cents higher whilst 17 and 18 microns were 40 to 50 cents dearer. The rises shrunk towards the medium/ broader microns, culminating in a small loss for 22 microns. Most activity was in the early part of the week with Thursday finishing on a flat note when lots outside of specification tended to lose ground while the better lots generally stayed firm until the end.

AWTA Key Test data for the month of November shows an increase in testing volumes of 21.5%, which counteracts the decrease in Octobers figures. Nationally we have tested 1.6% more bales YTD, compared to the same period
last season however we have sold 8% more.

55,000 bales will be put before the trade next week in the second last sale before the three week Christmas recess.

Varied Cropping Results For Forbes

December 8, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

The rain and floods earlier this year had a major impact on cropping with farmers reporting varied results to date for their canola and wheat crops. With the canola harvest finished, and wheat well under way, there have been some positive results from the local farmers.

Neil Mattiske of Sunnydale, who operates a mixed farming operation on the Newell Highway, said they had lost approximately 25% of their canola and 20% of their wheat crop due to water damage. “The canola has been quite average, however the oil content is up around 45-47% oil, which means we are entitled to a bonus, which is great for the farmers.” Neil said the wheat harvest would be finished by next Friday to the north, and to the south and west they would be 50% through their harvest, “as along as we don’t get any more rain”.

He said the wheat harvest was really good in patches, with it going ASW (standard wheat), and some going H2 (which has 11.5% protein). “Under the old scale, we are getting around 15 – 18 bags to the acre, with our best paddocks producing 24 bags to the acre.” When the harvest is done, work on cutting lucerne and hay irrigation will start before Christmas, and after the festive period crutching will start.

New Grain Storage In Forbes

December 1, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Robinson Grain is pleased to announce it has secured the lease of the Linx grain storage site at Forbes (previously known as Mountain Bulk). With 26,000mt of storage we will be providing competitive cash pricing and warehouse options for all wheat grades, barley and canola. Opening hours at the site will be from 7am to 11pm. Site manager Dave Simpson is excited about the opportunity this provides growers in the Forbes district.

Three storage options
The new addition at Forbes complements RGT’s other two storage locations at RGT Yethera and Dubbo Grain Packing (DGP). Yethera will be offering both cash and warehouse options for wheat and Dubbo Grain Packing has contract options available for all grains and pulses. DGP also has cleaning options if required for grain that does not meet specifications. Robinson Grain is particularly keen to buy ex farm after harvest and throughout 2017 for growers who have the storage. Let’s utilise grower storages for growers benefit. RGT also buy into most graincorp receival sites.

Site Contacts
Dubbo: 02 6884 4000
Yethera: Trent 0407 667898 or Ryan 0402 373614
Forbes: 02 6851 2157 or 0427 253020
Grain Marketing Sydney: 02 9976 3625

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