I hope everyone enjoyed the King’s Birthday long weekend. Thank you to the wonderful Lions Club volunteers who operated the Driver Reviver van across the entire weekend. Such a valuable service, keeping travellers alert and refreshed.
Central West NSW Heavy Vehicle Breakfast Forum returned Thursday 12 June at Forbes Inn. This year’s Forum focused on higher productivity vehicles, safety, compliance and industry case studies, with a high productivity vehicle on display. It’s a great opportunity for local farmers, contract harvesters, couriers, truck drivers and transport company operators to network and speak with industry experts. Cost is free.
Contact Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Melanie Suitor on (02) 6861 2364 to register.
This week I attended the annual Country Mayors Association of NSW (CMA) Regional Road and Transport Meeting in Orange where I had the opportunity to hear from industry leaders about the state of our road and transport network, as well as major infrastructure projects impacting the State’s regional areas. We heard from a range of presenters including The Hon. Jenny Aitchison MP, NSW Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, and representatives from Transport for NSW, IPWEA, Reconstruction Authority, NRMA and Essential Energy. The meeting was an opportunity for regional advocacy and collaboration between member Councils.
We are officially on the countdown to Frost and Fire 2025! The ultimate winter warmer event is on Saturday 21 June at Forbes Ski Dam.
We are beyond excited to have Mitchell Coombs on board as this year’s Frost and Fire official ambassador. Mitchell is an Australian comedian who originally hails from Bogan Gate. Well-known for sharing his hilarious takes on everyday life on social media, Mitchell will bring his signature style and energy to this year’s event.
Now in its sixth year, Frost and Fire delivers family-friendly fun. Hearty food, fire buckets, boutique brews, fire performers and pyrotechnics, cultural performances and live music including headline act, The Wolfe Brothers. Tickets are on sale now via 123tix, or head to the Amazing Forbes website for more information.
God Bless,
Phyllis Miller OAM