The weather seems to be changing and there is just a hint of Spring in the air.
With Spring comes show season and I’d like to first of all congratulate the Bedgerabong Show committee on their wonderful event recently. It really is a true country show that showcases agriculture and the talents of locals, and keeps this great little community connected.
Our team attended and were able to have some terrific conversations with locals. I’m looking forward to the same at the upcoming Forbes Show.
In the coming months there will be lots of great events for all of us to enjoy – keep an eye out for Taste on Templar, The BBQ Champs and for fun kids events such as the Teddy Bears Picnic. There really is something for everyone!In the last week I’ve also been pleased to host Steph Cooke MP, Shadow Minister for Water and for Crown Lands here in Forbes.
This was another wonderful opportunity to raise issues for our Shire. Rest assured I will continue to put important topics such as the raising of the dam wall in front of our state and federal politicians.
We continue to install the amazing wayfinding signage around Lake Forbes. I’m sure you would all agree that this looks absolutely fantastic and will be a great asset for locals and visitors alike. The signage is designed to help walkers and cyclists navigate the lake and highlight its wonderful features. We are sure that this signage will almost be a tourist attraction in itself with its elegant and professional design that fits nicely in with our lake style. Once again we are so grateful to the NSW Government for funding this and other aspects of the Lake Forbes Activation Plan through the Public Spaces Legacy Fund.
And finally a shoutout to our team undertaking all of the mowing, gardening, linemarking and weeding in all of our many parks, ovals and lake side open space. A huge amount of work is being done, which really is never ending with this weather.
Once again our town stands out in the region with its beautiful presentation. Forbes really is a wonderful place to live.
Until next week
Phyllis Miller, OAM
Forbes Mayor