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Evolution Mining Forbes All Age Regional Netball Carnival

May 12, 2023 by Roxane Manley

Teams travelled from Orange, Bathurst, Dubbo, West Wyalong, Yass, Mudgee, Parkes, Cowra, Blayney, Cootamundra as well as our local Forbes teams. Over 200 games of netball were played during the day.

A brilliant day of netball was had by all on Sunday, 7th May when Forbes Netball Association staged the annual All Age Regional netball carnival.

The carnival was sponsored by Evolution Mining, and the FNA thank Evolution for their generous support of the association and all the Forbes members. This is the first time a major sponsor has come on board to support the carnival, which was a huge success.

A record 16 teams of 11 years played a full day, showcasing the future talent and love of the game by the future stars.

Ages ranged on the day from 11 years mixed to open ladies, as teams battled it out for the top of the ladder, with 8 separate age groups played.

The day started off with the traditional Nut Bush, at 8:20am, when all the players join together to celebrate the start of the carnival, and the fun that was to be had during the day.

Thanks go to Greg Ridge and the Forbes Shire Council outdoor staff, who prepared Stephen Field for the day. Without the help of these great workers, the carnival would not have been as successful.

The FNA Committee look forward to seeing the rest of their new courts built, as complaints were made over the state of the surface on some of the old courts, which are breaking up and becoming unplayable.

Results of the day:

• 17 rep/opens winners West Wyalong opens, runners up Cowra 17s.

• 15 rep winners Blayney, runners up West Wyalong.

• 14 rep winners Mudgee, runners up Cowra.

• 13 rep winners Dubbo, runners up Yass.

• 12 rep winners Dubbo 13 Dev, runners up Yass.

• 12 years Development winners Dubbo, runners up Bathurst.

• 11 years Gold winners Dubbo White, runners up Yass Blue.

• 11 years Blue winners Orange Orange, runners up Mudgee Purple.

Success For Phil Maher

May 12, 2023 by By Short Putt

Last Saturday, 6th May, the men’s golf competition was an Individual Stableford. The field of 55 players enjoyed the sunny conditions, but only a few capitalised to produce a good score on the day.

The Div-1 Winner was Phil Maher with 40 points, having birdies on the front-9 and steady play on the back-9. Runner-up was Scott Kirkman with 39 points, and may have done better without a wipe on the 15th.

The Div-2 scores were lower with Dave Rhodes earning a rare win with his 32 points, albeit by count back. His was a display of patience with many missed putts. Runner-up was Mike Prior with 32 points. He was undone by a poor back-9.

The NTP’s went to: 9 th – G Brownhill; 18 th – J Ridley. The Pro Shop Super-pin went to Caleb Hanrahan with a shot to 1.90 metres. He gave thanks to Head Pro Adam whose shot was better but who kindly stepped aside. The ball sweep went to 33 points on count back.

There were quite a few visitors in the field, some of whom had stayed over after the Vets ‘WoG’ and some were here to support their partners in the Ladies Open on Sunday.

The ‘Trilogy of Golf’ began last weekend with the first leg played at the Condobolin Open on Sunday. Forbes players positioned themselves well with John Betland as A- Grade Scratch runner-up on 73, Peter Dawson the Vets Scratch winner, and Reggie Murray the Junior Scratch winner. This weekend we have the Monthly Medal, with a Stableford Medley on Sunday.

Don’t forget, this Sunday is all about mum, and we have a great day planned at the Forbes Golf and Sportsman’s Hotel, with Shane Kerr playing live from noon.

By Short Putt

Croquet News

May 12, 2023 by Pegging Out

It was as very pleasant morning for Aussie Croquet on Saturday 6th May, for 23 players. There were six players who won three games, Bill Scott, Merv Langfield, John Job, John Cole, Sandy Hepburn

and Colleen Liebich. The big winners on the day were:

• 14 – 8 Bill Scott and John Cole, Colleen Liebich and Ray Burridge

• 14 – 10 John Job , Colleen Liebich and Bill Scott, Harlety Stewart and Alex Todd, Coleen Liebich and John Farah, Alex Todd and John Job, John Farah and Merv Langfield.

The morning started of very miserable and cold on Tuesday 9th but it brightened up as the morning went on, we had 30 players turn up for Golf Croquet. Only 2two players won three games, Neville Spry and Noel Jolliffe. The big winners on the day were:

• 11 – 2 John Job and Bill Scott, Ray Martin and Mal Smith

• 9 – 4 Iren Ford and John Cole, Sandy Hepburb, Lyal Strudwick and Fay Picker

That’s it until next week.

By Pegging Out

Round One Kicks Off For Forbes Junior AFL

May 5, 2023 by Roxane Manley

The under 14’s team, except for Zain Clark and Reece Matheson who were missing for the photo.

The Swamp Tigers knew they were in for a tough game on Sunday, as the Bathurst Giants controlled possession from the first bounce. Inaccurate kicking from Orange/ Forbes and strong pressure from the Giants in the first quarter enabled the Giants to dominate but Orange/Forbes were able to stay in touching distance at the first break, trailing by only 17 points.

Orange/Forbes made the same mistakes and Bathurst flexed their muscles and used their superior height to kick four goals to none to put the Swamp Tigers away and take an 8.12 (60) to 0.6 (6) victory.

Despite the loss there were several promising signs for Orange/Forbes with the midfield performing well and the two best players for Orange/Forbes being debutants Logan McMahon and Raphael Milsom.

The under 17’s featured the debut of Forbes’ Reece Matheson and it was a great day out for Reece and the rest of his teammate as Orange/Forbes took a first round win over a determined Giants 7.4 (46) to 4.5 (29).

The third quarter saw the Swamp Tigers take control keeping the Giants scoreless while kicking 2.1 and it was even better in the fourth quarter as Orange/Forbes kicked 3.2 to take a strong win 7.4 (46) to 4.5 (29).

Best on ground for Orange/Forbes was Harvey Shephard who kicked two goals and Reece Matheson was impressive in his debut game of AFL.

In the other games the under 12’s won 11.9 (75) to 4.4 (28) whilst in the Youth Girls Orange won 6.9 (45) to 2.6 (18).

Next week will see Orange/Forbes taking on the Bathurst Bushrangers over in Orange.

Thank you for all of your support this year, it has been amazing!

Rugby Full Time Scores

May 5, 2023 by Roxane Manley

The Women’s team scored a rest last weekend due to a forfeit from the Wellington ladies, whilst we unfortunately felt the same struggle with our second grade squad having to forfeit this round against Rhinos.

Our first grade team went down in what was a tough match in what can only be described as atrocious conditions 28 – 13.

It was the first round for our juniors, who all had unreal games with many rugby debuts. It is awesome to see these boys and girls working so well together.

Our Wallas also took to the paddock Sunday morning with so much improvement already being made – the growth into Juniors is looking strong.

Congratulations to all of our Boars this weekend. You always make us proud. Any new players to town or Junior players keen to play plenty of match time – reach out to us as you are more than welcome and we will help you get started.

Next weekend, the first and second grade seniors have the bye whilst our Women head to Mudgee. Our Juniors also have the Bye whilst our Wallas head to Dubbo on Sunday, 7th May.

Evolution Mining Forbes All Age Regional Carnival

May 5, 2023 by Roxane Manley

Evolution Mining is the major sponsor of the Forbes Netball Association Regional All Age carnival, to be held on Sunday 7th May. The FNA thank Evolution Mining for their generous sponsorship and support of the association.

This year will see one of the largest carnivals in a number of years, with over one thousand players and officials travelling to Forbes for the day.

Play will get underway at 8:30am and continue throughout the day, with a full program of games in 18 rounds of competition.

Players aged from 9/10 years to open ladies will play in 8 divisions according to age.

Over 200 games of netball will be played during the day. Teams will travel from Orange, Bathurst, Dubbo, West Wyalong, Yass, Mudgee, Parkes, Cowra, Blayney, Cootamundra as well as our local Forbes teams. A record 16 teams have entered the 11 years division.

This is a major fundraiser for the FNA, and volunteer helpers would be very much appreciated to help with the huge job ahead.

Volunteers are needed at 6am for set up, and also to help serve in the canteen and barbeque during the day.

Community members who could help in any way is asked to email secretary. forbesnetball@gmail.com or see any committee members.

Croquet News

May 5, 2023 by By Pegging Out

Croquet Anzac Day wreath made by club member John Browne.

Rain was the winner for Aussie Croquet on Saturday, 29th April. We had 32 players for Golf Croquet on Tuesday, 2nd May. There were four winners of three games. Noel Jolliffe, Iren Ford, Ray Burridge and a visitor from the mid-north coast Gaylin Humphries.

Big winners on the day were:

• 10 – 3 Ray Burridge and Evelyn Mahlo, Neville Spry and John Farah

• 9 – 4 Bruce Field and Sue Jolliffe, John Browne and Noel Jolliffe, Noel Jolliffe, Iren Ford and Phillip Moran

After our game we had our monthly luncheon at the Post Office Hotel to celebrate four birthdays. That’s it till next week

By Pegging Out

Successful Royce Simmons Big Walk Fundraiser For PMJRLC

May 5, 2023 by Roxane Manley

PMJRLC Secretary Kate Thomas and Club President Andrew Thomas alongside the legend himself, Royce Simmons.

The Parkes Marist Junior Rugby League Club (PMJRLC) are extremely grateful to everyone who attended, or in any way supported, the PMJRLC Sportsmans Dinner held in conjunction with Royce Simmons’s Big Walk for Dementia.

Planning for the event kicked into gear back in January and there was a lot of behind the scenes work that went into organising the event.

Club President Andrew Thomas was pleased to report, 210 people attended the night, reaching full capacity. “We try to do one major fundraiser throughout the year. Having Royce and the old footballers come and share their stories was great, it was really entertaining,” said Andrew.

The evening raised over $18,000, and feedback from Royce was that it was one of the more successful events he has attended along his walk.

A portion of the funds raised will go towards Royce’s cause, Dementia Australia and the remaining funds to the PMJRLC.

Andrew would like to thank everyone involved, fincluding those who purchased tickets, those who bid on items, businesses who donated items and people who donated time to organise and set up the event. Following are a few special mentions, but if your name has been missed please know your support was greatly appreciated. Thanks to Reece Plumbing, Power Tools Plus, Mortimer Wines, NSW Rugby League, Alliance Pharmacy, Southern Cross Village and honorable mentions to Royce and his entire committee, to Meg from the Parkes Services Club and last but most definitely not least, Kate Thomas.

Last year Royce raised over $1M to raise awareness of dementia and help fund much needed trials to help better understand the illness and its effects.

The Boars Bring Home The Points In Their Return To Spicer Oval

April 28, 2023 by Cath Ryan

Parkes defeated Narromine 40-3 and secure the Red Cross shield. Parkes Boars player Dan Ryan and son (left); Marika Koroivui celebrated his 100th game with two tries (right).

From the kick-off, the Boars bustled Narromine, with Soropepeli Bainivalu taking the ball over the line on the wing for the first points of the match, Luke Bevan had the extras taking the score Parkes seven Narromine nil. Narromine then put points on the board with a penalty kick, Parkes seven to Narromine three.

A big, bustling try to Soropepeli gave Parkes, another five points and Luke Bevan successfully converted to add the extras,

Narromine put up a brave fight but the Parkes forward pack lead by Ben Ryan, Rory Nock and Jacob Hardy just shut down their plays.

In his 100th senior game for the Parkes Boars, Marika Koroivui scored a try under the posts much to the delight of the crowd. Luke Bevan’s converts, took the score to Parkes 21, Narromine three.

The second half was no better for Narromine when Calum Reeves crossed the line on the wing for the Boars . A massive kick from the sideline by Luke Bevan added the extra points.

Narromine lifted, but again their play wasshut down. Mahe Fangupo on his return match to the Parkes Boars was in devastating form in the halfback position.

With 12 minutes to go Parkes scored another try when Soropepeli crossed the line for the third time. Luke Bevan followed up with a successful conversion.

But there was still more to come. Marika Koroivui gathered the ball and bolted 65m down the field in an amazing individual try to put the ball down under the posts. The crowd went off, clapping and stamping in appreciation for this man. Luke Bevan converted to take the final score to Parkes 40 to Narromine three.

Three points and players player went to Marika Koroivui, two points went to George Taylorand one point to Soropepeli Bainivalu.

By Cath Ryan

Forbes Croquet News

April 28, 2023 by Pegging Out

We had 35 players for Aussie Croquet on a very pleasant morning on Saturday, 22nd April. There were five players who managed to win three games: John Cole, Lyn Simmonds, Kevin Rubie, Rex Toole and Cheryle Toohey. The big winners on the day were:

• 14 – 7 Neville Spry and Barry White.

• 14 – 9 Sandy Hepburn and Kevin Rubie, John Browne and Ros Rennick.

• 14 – 10 Harley Stewart and Kevin Rubie, John Cole and Bill Scott, Harley Stewart and Neville Spry, Dorelle Scott and Kevin Rubie , Lorraine Todd and Cheryle Toohey.

We now have in excess of 60 members, which we are so proud to say in our small country town. With eight courts, we certainly cater for all.

Our social get together and luncheon is to be held at the Post Office hotel on 2nd May and hopefully everyone who wishes to attend has placed their name and chosen their meal on the sheet provided.

Those celebrating their birthdays during May are John Browne (a special birthday), John Cole, Peter Mahlo, Carmel Murray, Elvy Quirk, Harley Stewart and Peter West.

There was no croquet on Tuesday, 25th April as we honoured our ANZAC’s.

Lest We Forget.

By Pegging Out

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