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April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

2017 CLUBSNSW ACADEMY GAMES

Cameron McMillan of Forbes is taking part for the Western Region Academy of Sport (WRAS) at the 2017 ClubsNSW Academy Games on the Central Coast this weekend. Cameron is taking part in golf.

CROQUET

There was a great turnout for golf croquet last Tuesday, but surprisingly few members turned out on Saturday for Aussie croquet. They were perhaps afraid of April Fools day!

Tuesdays Golf Croquet produced five people with clean sweeps of three games each: Veva MacCullagh, John MacCullagh, Bob Murray, Bill Scott and Lorraine Todd. Congratulations to you all.

On Saturday, in a small field of 15 play- ers, there was only one clean sweep of three games, which went to Veva MacCul- lagh who played three exceptional games along with her three partners. Congratulations Veva. By Anne Stewart

GOLF

With a lot of sunshine and hard work by the greens staff, the golf course was returned to a full 18-holes layout for last Saturday’s Individual Stableford.

The A-division winner was Andrew McDonald with 44 points, followed by Niel Mc- Millan with 42 points. The B-division winner was Peter Tisdell, 41 points. After a count back Geoff Coles was relegated to runner- up with 41 points. Nearest the pins went to 9th: B Everest, and 18th: S Sallaway. The ball sweep went to 35 points on count back.

Sunday’s Stableford Medley was won by Mary Ewing with 43 points. Nearest the pins were 9th: J Haley and 18th: J Hurkett.

The Grand Final for the 2016-17 Sixes competition is on Sunday with tee off at 2 pm. By Short Putt

Footy Tips Round 5

April 5, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Paddles Up For Regatta Season

March 30, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Dragon boating is a wonderful sport. You can paddle for fun, fitness and friendship – or you can train seriously for the regatta team, or try out to join the state team. You can paddle in interstate events, or even in other countries. You can join any regatta with or without the
rest of your team, which is just what Bill and Beth Thomas of the Forbes Lachlan Dragons did last Sunday.

Nowra Water Dragons were holding their annual regatta on the stunning Shoalhaven River, and Bill and Beth joined the 250 competitors
from community and sports teams for a great day of friendly competition. The Nowra regatta offered an added bonus for Bill who had just attained his level 2 sweep accreditation. The sweep steers the boat and is accountable for the crew. He was able to carry out this task with great aplomb on the untried tidal river of Shoalhaven.

A waterway quite different to what he is accustomed, but he did an incredible job – sweeping his team to two first places in heats and a second in the finals. Bill needs to complete one more regatta to be fully qualified and will take part in the Orange Regatta with the Forbes Lachlan Dragons later in the year. The Forbes Lachlan Dragons, with members from Parkes and Eugowra region, value teamwork, passion, achievement and friendship. If you’d like to find out more about dragon boating or the club, find us on Facebook.

We are based at Lake Forbes, behind the Sport and Rec Club in Lachlan Street. We would love to see you come along on Sunday mornings at 8:15, and 6:15 Thursday evenings in daylight-saving time.

By Beth Thomas

Croquet Is Good For You

March 30, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

In Forbes we play golf croquet every Tuesday and Ausie croquet every Saturday at 9am. You need to arrive by 8.45 to register for the day and participate in the draw. You can learn for as little as $2 for six games, after which you are invited to become a member for $10 per person per year and $5 per day to play.

Croquet promotes good health and wellbeing without the need for sophisticated gym equipment. Our courts provide fresh air, and gentle exercise for the body, and stimulation for the brain. It is a non-contact sport for all ages. It is easy to learn, low cost, great fun to play
and provides for social relaxation as well as competitive and challenging games, with men and women competing on equal terms.
But beware croquet is addictive!

For more information contact president John Cole on 6857 3346, or secretary Anne Stewart on 6851 5320 or 0432 273 295 or look us up on Facebook.

By Veva MacCullagh

Footy Tipping Results – Round 4

March 29, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Footy Tips-Round 3 Winners

March 24, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Still Time To Join The Platypi Juniors

March 23, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

The Forbes Platypi Juniors have started training for the 2017 season and are having a great time getting ready for their first competition game on Saturday, 1st April.

The first round of the season will see all grades from 13’s through to Seniors with a home game so it is shaping up to be a big day down at Grinstead Oval.

The coaches of each age group are motivated and keen to see the boys learn the skills and disciplines required to become well rounded rugby players. Most importantly, they are there to make sure the boys train and play safely, and have fun, which is what it’s all about.

Under the guidance of their coaches, the players will learn the rules of the game, im- prove their fitness, learn important life skills such as teamwork, respect for their fellow team mates, referees and opponents. They will also make new friends, who might become lifelong mates for some.

It’s not too late to register if you want to come down and try out rugby for the first time or if you are a returning player. The club looks forward to welcoming you back.

To register, turn up to training on Tuesday or Thursday nights, email us at forbesrugbyjuniors@hotmail.com or contact our Facebook page: Forbes Junior Rugby.

Great Victory For Forbes Pennants

March 23, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

The Forbes no 4 golfing pennants team captured the Central West District Association finals flag with a 3-2 win over Cowra last Sunday.

Played at Orange’s Ex-Services Club, the Forbes players did not let a late night at the President’s Lunch deter their winning efforts. In fact some seemed to play better according to team officials.

Best for Forbes was Troy Howe with a 7-6 victory after winning the first six holes.

The team number 1, Richard Smith won 3-2, number 2 Stuart French sealed victory winning two up and number 3 Garry Py- mont lost on the 19th hole, while Gus Coles was behind all day going down 4-3.

Saturday’s 4-ball par event in Forbes was won by Barry Parker and Denis Culley with plus 8 from Lyndon Byrne and Frank Hanns on plus 7 on a count-back from Paul Kay and Paul Pymont along with Ronald Morris and Scott Kirkman.

Sunday’s medley was won by Jill Cripps with 36 points from Martin Woods, 35. Tomorrow is the Bali Memorial (formally Greg Sanderson Memorial) played as a 4-person medley ambrose. Members will gather to remember the late Brian Monaghan with drinks and chat from 4.30-7pm. Members of Brian’s family will be in attendance.

It is also rumoured Fred Collie, or is that Brian, let his partner down on Saturday fading late in his round due to condition. It is believed this has been caused by the shortage of chocolate in the family’s Wambat Street home…

By Andrew McDonald

Having A Laugh With Vince For A Good Cause

March 16, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Stand-up comedian Vince Sorrenti will be entertaining more than 800 guests at the sell out Forbes Rugby Union Club President’s Lunch tomorrow. In its sixth year, the lunch has become a social tradition to not only raise funds for the club but also for local charities and organisations. “We also love to get people together to celebrate our club’s achievements, especially this year as we go into our 50th season,” said Tracey Prior, Club President.

The unique purpose and simple concept of the lunch has proved to be hugely successful with long waiting lists every year of people wanting to attend. “It has just grown so much with 820 people attending this year,” said Chris Sweeney, chairman of the President’s Lunch. The proceeds of this year’s lunch will go to the Forbes Badminton Club, Forbes Toy Library, Forbes Running and Triathlon Club and Ava Garland & Family.

Additional funds will be raised with the gourmet dinner auction courtesy of Eat Your Greens (for ten people plus a champagne, wine and beer hamper) and in support of Batyr. It is a purposeful organisation that aims to engage, educate and empower young people to have positive conversations about mental health. Chris said by supporting Batyr, the club would like to bring the organisation to Forbes to run its programs for young people in the town. There will also be $1,000 prize money for a winning table in the Platypus charity draw. The tables are run by a table captain who sells nine tickets to friends. “This concept is very simple and easy to run, and it also makes the event very social and community orientated,” said Chris. “That is what rugby is all about: community, friendship and mateship.”

If you would like to be a captain at next year’s lunch, contact the committee on rugbylunchforbes@gmail.com.

Netball News

March 16, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Tomorrow is Bring a Friend day, when all players bring a friend who is new to netball Saturday competition. Opens will start at 9am, Net-
SetGo will continue each week at 10am, and the 10/11 years and 12/13 years will play at 11am. Anyone wanting to play in teams at 9am should contact Kerrie Priest. Mothers of boys and girls who have their children playing in the Saturday competition do not pay the competition fee of $40. All players must be registered with FNA, with the registration lasting the whole year. Teams for the younger ages groups, 10 to 13 years will be formed after tomorrow’s games. All players must have their names in by tomorrow.

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