Have you seen the three new murals at the skatepark and adorning the walls of amenities blocks at two of our popular public spaces, Apex Park and Forbes Ski Dam? It is amazing to see these murals bring new life and colour to these popular areas, each bringing their own meanings and stories. Hats off to our artists for a fantastic job.
This week has seen the national spotlight on Road Safety as we keep striving to reduce the deaths and injuries on our roads. Forbes Shire Council as always supports such an important campaign to keep those we love safe on our roads. To mark National Road Safety Week our staff are wearing yellow lapel ribbons and our vehicles bear a yellow sticker – free lapel ribbons and stickers are available at the front counter for the general public. Our beloved Town Hall has also changed colour – to yellow of course.
Our team was also invited to take part in railway level crossing safety sessions held during the week at Town Hall. We encourage you to take the pledge to ‘drive so others survive’ at www.roadsafetyweek.com.au
Next week, the NSW Joint Organisations will meet in Canberra with Federal ministers to discuss various issues vital to regional areas I will also be attending the Country Mayors Association general meeting at Parliament House in Macquarie Street, another opportunity to meet new government ministers and members of the opposition. I will bring news of these meetings once we return.
Till next week, God bless, enjoy your weekend – and drive safely.
Phyllis Miller, OAM
Forbes Mayor