Stork News: Shannon and Danielle Markwort from Forbes recently welcomed their fourth child Audrey Faith Markwort on 3rd July 2019. Audrey arrived at 5:03am weighing 3.58kg (7lb 14.5oz) and 49cm long. Older siblings Charlotte (10), Jackson (7) and Georgia (4) are all very excited!
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Catch of the Week Winner: Well done to Tom Townsend who has won the Catch of the Week competition for June 2019. Please head into Loomzys to claim your voucher!
Did you know: It is Plastic Free July! Join the War on Waste and start reusing and recycling in July and go Plastic Free!
Rural Aid $1,500 Bill Payment: Rural Aid is offering primary producers (who hold an ABN) in drought affected areas a ONCE OFF $1,500 towards bill payments. You must be registered via www.buyabale.com.au/financial-assistance-application to apply. Otherwise call Rural Aid for assistance on 1300 327 624.
Way Back When: Have you got an old photograph of a local person or a photograph of Forbes? If so we would love to see it for our new feature “Way Back When”, simply email your photo and information to editor@forbesphoenix.com.au
Forbes Business Chamber: The AGM will be held on Wednesday 31st July at 6pm at The Forbes Inn, all businesses are welcome! For more information please contact Fiona on 0407 380 936 or email forbes.businesschambernsw@gmail.com
Hidden Treasures: Only 3 weeks to go until nominations close for the 2019 Hidden Treasures Honour Roll. Nominate a rural woman today by heading to www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/about-us/rural-support/rural-womens-network/hidden-treasures
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