Remember you can recycle your household problem waste at the Forbes Shire Council. Drop in your mobile phones, household batteries and other small e-waste at the Community Recycling Centre.
School Holidays Activities: Virtual reality tournaments, Lego animation workshops and horse-riding clinics are among the many free or discounted activities available these spring school holidays thanks to the NSW Government’s $10 million Holiday Break Program. A new online interactive map is available outlining the programs, when the activities are running and how to book. Create NSW is delivering a range of artistic activities, including its popular song-writing program, SongMakers. To find activities near you through the new interactive map, visit www.nsw.gov.au/HolidayBreak.
8 Billion Containers: A major environment and recycling milestone was reached last weekend with eight billion bottles, cans and drink cartons returned through the NSW Return and Earn return point network. Minister for Environment James Griffin said the incredible effort from NSW communities was transforming how we recycle.
The eight billion containers have delivered $800 million in refunds to the people of NSW, and reduced drink container litter by a massive 52%. “Heading to the local Return and Earn point has become a routine part of life, and I’d like to thank the almost 80% of adults in NSW who have got involved.” Return and Earn has contributed more than $35 million in donations to community groups and charities since its launch.
Students And The Future: Applications for the Infrastructure Traineeship Program are now open for school leavers across the Central West. The two-year program brings together leading infrastructure government agencies and industry partners to offer school leavers practical experience in the infrastructure sector. More than 100 trainee roles are available through three rotations of eight months each with government agencies, contractors and consultants. For more information and to apply, visit: www.apprenticeshipcareers.com.au/infrastructure-traineeships
Calling On Youth: Young people across regional NSW are encouraged to apply to become a member of the 2023 Regional Youth Taskforce consisting of 18 members, which includes two members from nine regions. “If you are aged 12 to 24 and are passionate about your region, being on the Taskforce is an opportunity to work with like-minded people and let us know how the NSW Government can help you and your peers work, live and thrive in your community,” said Minister for Regional Youth Ben Franklin. The Taskforce meets four times per year with travel costs, meals and accommodation covered. Applications close 23rd October. Visit www.nsw.gov.au/regional-nsw/regional-youth-taskforce
Flooding seems to be far from over with river levels expecting to rise more after more rain this week. This bench at Lake Forbes had become unreachable last weekend.