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Forbes Junior Platypi Under 12’s Win Title

September 3, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

After the Central West Junior Rugby Union board decided to end their season early due to recent state-wide lockdowns, major titles were awarded to minor and major premiers where relevant to end the 2021 season.

Due to the decision to end the season taken by both the juniors and seniors, the premierships for each of the grades were awarded to the winners of the major semi-final held at Forbes on August 7.

As a result, our very own Forbes Jun-ior Platypi Under 12’s squad has been crowned the 2021 champions after coming up trumps in their major semi-final, finishing as minor and now major premiers.

The Junior Platypi also had their Under 14’s squad in the finals mix this year, having won their minor semi-final against the Orange Emus.

Despite the fact that they weren’t able to play in the grand final match, the Under 12’s thoroughly deserved the title, having finished the year undefeated for a second successive season.

The Platypi also won the Club Championship after the Under 14s also had a successful campaign, winning their minor-semi.

Second Round Of $100 Million NSW Sports Infrastructure Fund Opens

September 3, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

GRANT FUNDING AVAILABLE: Round 2 of the Greater Cities and Regional Sport Facility Fund will provide grants from $100,000 up to $1 million to eligible sport and recreation organisations and councils. Photo courtesy of PeeWee Photography.

The State’s sports infrastructure boom is set for a further boost, with the opening of the latest round of a $100 million funding program by the NSW Government.

Minister for Sport Natalie Ward said the funding would be available for new and upgraded sports facilities in Round 2 of the Greater Cities and Regional Sport Facility Fund.

“This fund is not just an important boost for local economies and jobs, but also promotes health and wellbeing for residents across NSW,” Mrs Ward said.

“By investing in new and existing sports infrastructure, we are helping more people experience the benefits of participating in sport and active recreation.

“The Fund is creating a sports infrastructure construction boom across the State as part of the NSW Government’s multi-billion dollar infrastructure pipeline.”

Providing facilities that meet community needs and expectations is a priority. “We welcome inclusive projects that encourage the participation of women and girls and people with a disability,” Mrs Ward said.

The Fund will provide grants from $100,000 up to $1 million to eligible sport and recreation organisations and councils. Eligible projects include lighting, amenity buildings, clubrooms, change rooms and grandstands.

Round 1 of the program resulted in $54 million being awarded to 91 projects. They included $1 million to Snow Australia for community snow sport facilities at the National Snowsports Training Centre (NSTC) at Jindabyne, $1 million for a new skate park at Wyatt Action Sports Campus in Lidcombe and $937,500 for a new grandstand at Darling Street Oval, Newcastle.

Round 2 is the final round of the program and sporting organisations and councils are urged to apply. The grant application and assessment process will be overseen by an independent probity advisor. Applications open today and close on 8 October. For more details, see: www.sport.nsw.gov.au/grants

No Staines As Panthers Flex Finals Muscle Over Bunnies

August 27, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

There was no Charlie Staines, Brian To’o, James Fisher-Harris or Tyrone May but the Penrith Panthers had enough in the tank to overcome an early 12-0 deficit and a mountain of defence to triumph 25-12 over fellow contenders, third-placed South Sydney last weekend.

Lead by youngster Nathan Cleary, Penrith fought back from a mountain of early pressure as the Bunnies threatened to run riot. But this Penrith side is different and cannot only absorb pressure (they have let in less than 11 points per game all year) but apply it back onto their opposition in an instant. Despite the early onslaught from Souths, to trail only 12-10 at the break as Souths began to tire after the Panthers had five consecutive sets of six, buoyed the men in black.

Penrith are one of the youngest and fit-test sides in the NRL and after a frenetic opening half, it was Souths despite all the territory who were looking fatigued.

The second half Penrith’s big men started to assert their authority, meanwhile expos-ing Souths for their lack of size. The domination in the middle allowed little men such as Cleary and Koriasau to work their magic, with the latter grabbing the game winner with time expiring.

The win gives the Panthers a mortgage on second spot with the finals in only a few short weeks and a likely rematch with the Rabbitohs. Penrith play Wests Tigers this week – one of the few teams to beat them this year before a final hit out against fellow semi-finalists Parramatta to close off the regular season.

Forbes Autosports Hopeful Of Bumper Weekend

August 27, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

READY TO RACE: Forbes Autosports Club is hopeful NSW Stay-At-Home restrictions will be lifted by the time their September 18-19 weekend of racing comes around.

Having felt the sting of COVID restrictions like many sports groups, Forbes Autosports Club remain hopeful of a bumper weekend in late September.

A One-Day Motocross Coaching School at Forbes Motocross Track has been pencilled in for Saturday 18th September. Forbes Race Day and The 2 Stroke Cup will be held on the Sunday 19th September.

Round 2 MX will also see the 2-Stroke Cup on offer with a large prize pool up for grabs proudly sponsored by LRM Forbes & JC Mechanical Repairs. The event is open to all senior riders from 125cc and up.

First prize on the day takes the trophy plus a prize pool to the value of $500 while second and third get the same but $300 and $200 prize pool values respectively. Riders are encouraged to follow the Forbes Autosports Facebook page as well as NSW Health for the latest COVID updates and restrictions.

Fingers crossed for a great weekend of racing out at the track and a good turn out!

Bookings must be made online through www.mxracedevelopments.com.au

Central West Rugby Abandons Season 2021

August 27, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

LONG BUILD UP: The Forbes Platypi First XV have played their last game for the season 2021. See CWRU announcement in Sport.

Earlier this week, the CWRU made the difficult decision to abandon the remaining competitions for this season. The spread of COVID throughout our community is an enormous concern and we believe we have a responsibility to our communities to limit travel and potential infection, the statement said.

“The safety and welfare of our Players and Community are of the utmost importance,” the statement read.

“At this stage, some teams still involved in Finals have not played or trained in over 4 weeks. Furthermore, when Community Sport is allowed to recommence, we have concerns on the extremity of restrictions applied to return to play protocols, training limits, crowd limits etc. It has been determined that Premierships will be awarded,” said the statement.

Blowes Cup Competition Premiers are determined by final ladder positions. Congratulations to the following teams:
• Blowes Cup 1st Grade – Cowra Eagles;
• Blowes Cup 2nd Grade – Orange Emus;
• Blowes Cup 3rd Grade – Orange Emus;
• Blowes Cup Colts – Orange City;
• Westfund Ferguson Cup – Bathurst Bulldogs.

“We would like to thank all Clubs and their volunteers for what has been a challenging last two seasons. We look forward to a more enjoyable experience in Season 2022.”

Chandler Burns The Course

August 27, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

GROWING NUMBERS: With many sports cancelled or not allowed under tough new restrictions, golf remains one of the few acceptable forms of exercise and as a result numbers are growing in recent weeks.

Last Saturday the golfers competed in an Individual Stableford event, under COVID-19 regulations, with many players enjoying the conditions and returning good scores. Most notable was Bruce Chandler whose score matched the conditions.

The Div-1 winner was Phil Maher, who tidily compiled 41 points. Runner-up, on count back, was Nick Greenhalgh with 39 points who skipped past Neil Duncan with a better back-9 score.

The Div-2 winner was Bruce Chandler with his 45 points. Luckily he was at the end of the field as he scorched round the course which would have made it hard for any following players. Runner-up was Jarrod Hall (Trundle) with 40 points.

The ball sweep went to 34 points on count back, so please check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to: 9th – Rob Webb; 18th – Kim Herbert. The 3rd hole Super Pin went to John Betland.

The field for the Sunday Stableford Med-ley comp winner was Louise French with 41 points, ahead of runner-up Niel Duncan with 38 points, on count back from Jake Shaw.

The ball sweep went to 36 points on count back, with the NTP’s going to – 9th: Peter Nixon, 18th: Andrew Dukes.

The Golf NSW 2-Person Ambrose Medley to have been played on Saturday 28 August will be rescheduled to later in the year. Instead an Individual Stableford will be played.

By Short Putt

Boys Can’t Catch Miss Ezmae!

August 20, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

They say winning becomes a habit and that is exactly what is happening with Forbes-based greyhound trainer Raymond Smith who came home from Dubbo with a hoard of silverware.

But it was Miss Ezmae who stole the show who’s 34.35 over the 605m carry was a track record and making it two on the trot after a 35.69 in Bathurst three weeks ago over a slightly longer distance.

Smith’s other chargers also performed well with Zipping Hoppo returning to racing after nearly a year on the sidelines with an impressive first up win. The time of 22.91 They say winning becomes a habit and that is exactly what is happening with Forbes-based greyhound trainer Raymond Smith who came home from Dubbo with a hoard of silverware.

But it was Miss Ezmae who stole the show who’s 34.35 over the 605m carry was a track record and making it two on the trot after a 35.69 in Bathurst three weeks ago over a slightly longer distance.

Smith’s other chargers also performed well with Zipping Hoppo returning to racing after nearly a year on the sidelines with an impressive first up win. The time of 22.91

Sports Briefs

August 20, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

No Charlie No Trouble

It was a grind and the scoreboard didn’t reflect the closeness of the contest but the Penrith Panthers got it done over a desperate St. George-Illawarra Dragons 34-16.

Staines was a late omission and replaced by Brent Naden from Wellington and against the run of play Naden drew an intercept off an Adam Clune pass to take an early lead and not long after followed it up with a second as Penrith took a 16-6 lead to the sheds.

The Dragons continued to fight but the class of Nathan Cleary proved evident in his first start since a shoulder injury in Origin II.

In the end the 34-16 score flattered Penrith and they will need to lift this week against fellow contenders South Sydney.

Close Games In Croquet

We had 26 players on Saturday 14th. August to play Aussie Croquet. There were 5 players who had 3 wins – John Allegri, Ray Burridge, John Farah and John and Cherylin Cole. The big winners were 14 – 8 Cherylin Cole and John Allegri. Close Games: Cheryle Toohey 14 Lorraine Todd 13.

Many Sports Postponed And Cancelled

Due to the snap lockdown announcement, a number of senior and junior sports were impacted. Forbes Autosports Club cancelled their Sunday meet while Group 11 Rugby League gave every side a point. Central West Rugby has had to postpone and adjust the semi-finals while restrictions on numbers has meant junior sports have also been severely disrupted. Forbes Sporting Shooters have also canned this week’s events. People are encouraged to check the latest COVID updates regarding sport. Contact your sports club for more information.

Countback Decides Doolin Trophy

August 20, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

PERFECT DAY FOR IT: Michael Prior, Frank Hanns, Barry Parker and Les Little capitalised on unusual sunny conditions at Forbes Golf Club last Saturday. Golf is still an approved COVID-safe exercise sport for groups of two only.

Last Saturday the golfers competed for the ‘Bob & Daine Doolin Memorial Trophy’, a 4BBB Stableford Medley, sponsored by the Francis family and contested by 58 players, including 11 Ladies.

The Winners were decided on countback, with four pairs finishing on 43 points. Ultimately it was the pair of Will Lovatt and Caleb Hanrahan who got the nod ahead of Jacob Bernardi and Tony Cogswell. The unlucky pairs to miss out were Dave Lickess and Riley Pike and Frank Hanns and Mike Prior.

The ball sweep went to 41 points on countback, so please check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to: 9th – Men: H Callaghan, Ladies: E Coombs; 18th – Men: B Slack-Smith, Ladies: nil.

The 3rd hole Super Pin went to Tony Cogswell with a shot of 3.62 metre proximity, slightly wider than last week’s winner. There were no visitors.

Under COVID-19 Stay-At-Home orders golf is deemed an approved exercise, played under specific conditions. Thus the Sunday Stableford Medley was able to be played, with playing allowed in pairs only.

The field for the Sunday comp took advantage of another sunny day, with 26 players participating. The winner was Nick Ryan with 38 points, ahead of runner-up Brett Thomas with 36 points.

The ball sweep went to 32 points on count back, so check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to – 9th: Peter Cowhan, 18th: Shane Sallaway.

The 3-Person Ambrose Medley which was to have been played will be rescheduled to later in the year. Also note that the ‘Roy-lances Tractor Replacements Cup’ scheduled for September 25 has been postponed to 2022, with a date to be confirmed.

This Saturday we are still under ‘Covid Rules’ so the competition has been changed to an Individual Stableford, still playing in pairs. Sunday will be a Stableford Medley.

By Short Putt

Spooner Oval Receives Major Sporting Grant

August 13, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

NEW WOMEN’S FACILITIES: Forbes Shire Council GM Steve Loane with NSW National’s MP Sam Farraway, Forbes Mayor Phyllis Miller and Cr. Chris Roylance as well as members of the Forbes Magpies at the announcement last week.

Sport in the Forbes Shire has received a major boost last week after the NSW Government announced a $683,489 grant for Spooner Oval – home of rugby league in Forbes. The grant was awarded to Forbes Shire Council for the installation of brand new amenities, female change rooms and facilities for female referees.

The grant was part of Round One of the NSW Government’s Regional Sport Facility Fund which will see $50 million award-ed over two years for new and upgraded sports facilities in Regional NSW.

NSW Upper House MP, Sam Farraway congratulated Forbes Shire Council on receiving the grant which will improve sport infrastructure for the sport-loving Forbes community.

“Sport is part of the fabric of the Forbes community,” Mr Farraway said.

“The Spooner Oval project will provide Forbes residents with a modern, fit-for purpose sports facility.”

Forbes Mayor Phyllis Miller was chuffed with the announcement saying that this was one of the steps being taken along with improved lighting that would one day hopefully allow Forbes to “have corporate boxes and host NRL games”.

Minister for Sport Natalie Ward said the Regional Sport Facility Fund will help promote healthy lifestyles across regional NSW while stimulating local economies and boosting employment. “The NSW Government recognises investing in new and existing sports facilities plays a vital role in improving the health and wellbeing of NSW residents,” Mrs Ward said.

“The Regional Sport Facility Fund will promote improved health and well-being and create a construction boom across regional NSW as part of the NSW Government’s multi-billion-dollar infrastructure pipeline.”

The Regional Sport Facility Fund provides grants to councils, local sporting bodies, NSW State Sporting Organisations, State Sporting Organisations for People with Disability, National Sporting Organisations and private enterprises.

For the full list of recipients and further information on the Regional Sport Facility Fund, visit: www.sport.nsw.gov.au/clubs/grants

No Charlie No Trouble

Close Games In Croquet

Many Sports Postponed And Cancelled

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