Kustom Auto Spa owner Jason Kennedy giving his signature service to a customer last weekend.
Patricia Davis and her two grandaughters Amber Logan and Ellie Dobele were enjoying some delicious Packed Cones Gelato after some fun at the park.
Ben Ryan and son CJ were seen enjoying a sunny Saturday morning in the main street of Parkes.
First of all we would like to thank Forbes Shire Council for getting the croquet courts mowed and ready to play on so soon after the flood waters had gone down. It was so good to get back playing after the awful flood that we had.
We had 29 players for Aussie Croquet on a nice, pleasant morning last Saturday. Six players managed three games: Sandy Hepburn, Lorraine Todd and Tony Thomson, John Farah, Harley Stewart and Neville Spry.
BIG WINNERS: 14—10 Kevin Rubie, Colleen Liebich and Bruce Field, John Farah and Sandy Hepburn
SOME CLOSE GAMES: Sandy Hepburn and Marie Spry 14 Elvy Quirk and Robin Pols 13; Harley Stewart and Tony Thomson 14 Cheryle Toohey and Ray Burridge 13; Allan Jones and Lorraine Todd 14 Lyn Simmonds and Jeff Liebich 13; John Cole and Bruce Field 14 Merv Langfield and Jill Rubie 13; Jeff Liebich and Robin Pols 14 May Jones and John Cole 13; Lorraine Todd and Noel Jolliffe 14 Jill Rubie and Merv Langfield 13; John Browne 14 May Jones and Rex Toole 12; Harley Stewart and Geoff Coles 14 Allan Jones and Rex Toole 12.
It was another nice day for Golf Croquet on Tuesday 29 when we had 32 players rearing to go again. There were five players that managed to win three games: John Farah, Jill Rubie, Tony Thomson, Mal Smith and May Jones.
BIG WINNERS: 11—2 Kevin Rubie and Tony Thomson; 10—3 Bruce Field and Bill Scott, Neville Spry and Fay Picker.
CLOSE GAMES: Kevin Rubie and Sue Jolliffe 7 Sally Perry and Fay Picker 6; Allan Jones and Tony Thomson 7 Neville Spry and Robin Pols 6; May Jones and Bill Scott 7 Geoff Coles and Rex Toole 6; Carolyn Neilsen and Ray Martin 7 Lorraine and Alex Todd 6; May Jones and Robin Pols 7 Colleen Liebich and Sandy Hepburn 6; Merv Langfield and Mal Smith 7 Geoff Coles and Carolyn Neilsen 6; Neil Gilmour and Tony Thomson 7 Lorraine Todd and Rex Toole 6; Elvy Quirk and Alex Todd 7 Fay Picker and Dorelle Scott 6
By Pegging Out
Council and the Forbes Business Chamber are encouraging children to write their letters to Santa as soon as possible so he can send a reply to each and every child.
“It has been a difficult year for some students with the floods preventing time together with friends, so we have partnered with Santa to provide letter templates and a post box in the reception area of the Council Administration building,” said Forbes Shire Council General Manager Steve Loane.
“We want to bring back the excitement of receiving a letter in the mail, especially from Santa!”
Santa Letters need to be posted by 20th December at the Council office.
The finalists in the Scratch Shootout on Sunday were Jack Elliott (left) and Myles Smith. Myles had been the quiet achiever on the day finishing off with a birdie to claim the 2022 title.
The Prostate Cancer Awareness Day welcomed a large field of 112 players on a sunny Saturday last weekend. The Parkes Prostate Cancer Group provided a lot of literature and information for participants, with one in six men being diagnosed by the time they turn 85.
In A grade Leonie Stevenson steered her team home. Peter Magill, Troy Thomson, Leonie and David Stevenson recorded a 51.875 beating Geoff Leonard, Cody Hando, R Ashton and Kailab Tyne on 52.5. Other winners: N.Ryan, Max Medlyn, Jack Dobell and Jack Creith on 55.5, Jake Hodge, Riall Harrison, Aaron Wilkie and Joe Van Opynen on 56.375, Brendan Chambers, Finne Latu, Anthony Riach and Ben Howard on 56.875 and Jake O’Brien, Aaron Gaffey, Nick Kelly and Matthew Knighton on 57.25.
In the B grade, Michael Williamson added some firing power to the team of Craig Dunn, G.Dunn and M. Stubberfield, who won with a score of 53.12. Shaun Bateson, Beau Tanswell, Torin Hando and anchor Michael Dumesny were on 54.375. Ray Maxwell, Ross Smith and Wayne Parker and Simon Hogan on 58.75. Stephen Riley, Scott Winter, Matt Swetland and Michael Dellaca shot a 58.875. Mel Matthews, Brett Slack-Smith, R.Scott and H.Steele-Park on a countback at 59.125. The last prize went to Gordon Pritchard, Rob Cheney, John Dwyer and Tony Hendry also on 59.125.
This weekend is the December Telescope Tyres & Batteries / Hankook Masters Monthly Medal with the day sponsor being Kitson Manufacturing Services.
ANNUAL SCRATCH SHOOTOUT
On Sunday the annual Scratch Shootout was held for the first time under the mantle of naming rights sponsor Peter Boschman. A very strong field was assembled under Captain Cath, but started falling from very early starting with Brendan. Tony Hendry was next to leave the event again failing on the chipoff with his 2 over saving Jake Hodge to fight another hole, then Max Keith, followed by Max Medlyn, contesting his first Scratch Shootout. On the par 5 7th Luke Clarke’d putt onto the green didn’t work out for him, while on the 17th Jake Hodge was eliminated.
On the 9th, it was Anthony Riach hit a poor drive into the trees on the left and ended up with a double bogey, on the 10th hole Peter Bristol departed and on the par 3 10th Blake Parker. On the 12th hole Joe Van Opynen had to leave, and on the par 5 13th, Robert Cheney exited. On the 14th hole Michael Thomas left, on the 15th John Green made a rare error, and on the par 5 16th Ron Hetherington was eliminated.
By the 17th Aaron Wilkie, Jack Elliot and Myles Smith remained. A par put Aaron and Jack in a chip-off that the left the pre-post favourite Aaron out of contention. It was going to be a tightly run thing with Myles able to finish off with a birdie to beat Jack’s par and claim the Big Dutch Cup Scratch Shootout for 2022.
By Peter Bristol
A friendly and competitive spirit prevailed between the two Parkes bowling clubs at the Frank Gersbach Cup and the Freeman Shield on Sunday.
The Parkes Bowling & Sports Club played the return matches against the Parkes Railway Bowling Club in both Major and Minor grades over seven rinks at the Railway Club.
Although the scores were very close, Parkes Bowling & Sports Club prevailed in both grades and became the holders of the inaugural Bob & Geoff Freeman shield. The club thanks the Railway Club for a great day of bowls, friendship, social catchup over a few beverages and a great meal, and looks forward to hosting the event again in April next year.
A total of 24 social bowlers enjoyed six games of social pairs last Thursday.
George Bradley and Col Mudie were too strong for Al Affleck and Marty Tighe, winning 26 shots to 17.
Maureen Baillie and George Boatswain played a great game against Col Woods and Colin Hayward. Maureen and George won by just 1 shot.
Ron Hornery and John Ward started slowly against Mike Valentine and Graham Dixon, as they were behind by 4 shots after seven ends. Ron and John picked up 5 shots on the 8th end, and they went on to win 19 shots to 10.
Picking up 9 shots over ends 6 and 7 ensured Ray Jones and Ian Simpson were never in trouble against Jim Blake and Col Miller, with team Simpson powering away to win 22 shots to 14.
The game of the day featured John Carr and Geoff Freeman playing John Niddrie and John Wright. Geoff and his wily lead partner had the game in hand, leading 15 shots to 6 after 10 ends. Niddrie and Wright found their range and consistency, winning 5 consecutive ends to lead by 3 after 15 ends, but were down by 2 shots after 18 ends. They won the last 2 ends, to win 22 shots to 20.
Dazzler McKellar and Gary McPhee tuned up for their Zone pairs match when they dished out a hiding to Graeme Barby and Rob Irving.
By Marty Tighe
Phil Barnard and Paul Lewin were celebrating at the Parkes Railway Bowling Club on Sunday after qualifying for the Reserve President Pairs State Finals in July next year. Congratulations to you!
Nathan Corliss
Where were you born? Forbes.
Were you named after anyone? My middle name is after my two pops.
Which of your accomplishments are you most proud of? Finishing my trades and working with Boys to the Bush.
What historical moment stands out most in your memory? Forbes Floods.
What’s the single best piece of advice you’ve ever received? To be kind.
What’s the greatest risk you’ve ever taken? Working under Tim West!
What are the three things you would take to a deserted island? Candice, Phyllis for food and a boat.
If you had to spend $10,000 today, how would you spend it? Donate it to flood victims.
When are you happiest? Working with young men in my job.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet announced a joint Commonwealth and State Government disaster recovery package this week, which includes $50,000 Small Business Grants.
“We congratulate both the Federal and State Governments for moving so swiftly to ensure the Small Business Grant is announced and launched and we are particularly pleased to see that the first $25,000 will be paid out quickly” said Vicki Seccombe, Regional Director – Western NSW, Business NSW.
“Central West businesses are incredibly resilient but these floods have really affected so many businesses and these grants will provide them with the support they need to get the doors back open and running.”
Forbes Floods Donations and Help
Forbes Shire Council has set up a GIVIT donation page to match you up with people who need help. If you want to donate go to www.givit.org.au/donate-items. If you need help call 1300 585 054 or email givit@forbes.nsw.gov.au
Service NSW
If you need to replace your licence, birth, death or marriage certificates after the flood, Service NSW has set up a mobile service in the Lawler Street car park to immediately help residents. This service will be available from 9am – 4pm until today (Friday) and will then be in the Recovery Assistance hub in the Town Hall concourse from Monday.
The fully appointed kitchen installed at the former Lachlan Vintage Village, which will soon be opened as the new Forbes Visitor Information Centre.
As the official opening of the new Forbes Visitor Information Centre is drawing closer, a call has gone out for expressions of interest for the proposed restaurant/café.
The new centre will be housed at the former Lachlan Vintage Village site, which has been fully renovated with a fully appointed kitchen installed.
“This completely rejuvenated space will make a spectacular venue for a unique dining experience, as well as relaxed cosy evenings with a drink next to the original brick fireplace,” said Forbes Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM. “It will also be perfect for functions and gatherings. There is a blank canvas awaiting the right person to bring their flair for interior styling and vibrant flavours to the table.”
According to Mayor Miller the design and fit out of the restaurant will be up to the successful tenant. It is an exciting opportunity to feature and promote local and regional produce.
“Forbes and its surrounding districts are literally a food bowl, and we produce so much beautiful food, whether it be wine, meat, fruit and vegetables, the list is so diverse. This is the perfect opportunity to show what we have to offer,” the Mayor said.
“It is anticipated the restaurant/cafe will utilise the charm of a new outlook of an old building to offer fine dining in a rustic style.
“This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious tenant to develop their business in a truly exciting location right on the Newell Highway. The Visitors Information Centre will open in the first quarter of 2023.
Expressions of interest for restaurant/café operators will be taken until 5pm on 31st December. Information packages and expressions of interest forms can be downloaded from the Forbes Shire Council website.
For more information email forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au or call 6850 2300.
Bob and Geoff Freeman with Frank Gersbach. The two bowling clubs in Parkes will be playing for the Frank Gersbach Cup on Sunday.
The Frank Gersbach Cup match at the Parkes Railway Bowling Club on Sunday will culminate a very busy year of lawn bowls for both clubs in Parkes.
It is the Parkes Railway Bowling Club’s turn to host the return bowls match against Parkes Bowling & Sports Club in the Frank Gersbach Cup bowls competition between the two Clubs.
The match will also determine the inaugural holder of the Bob & Geoff Freeman Shield.
Frank Gersbach and Bob and Geoff Freeman have been honoured by both clubs in recognition of their esteemed dedication to supporting bowls in Parkes over many years.
The Parkes Railway Bowling Club particularly acknowledges the timely vital support Frank Gersbach provided to the club for many years. The popularity and success that the club enjoys today is largely the result of his sustained support.
Geoff Freeman has dedicated many years to umpiring at all levels, as well as training and assessing bowls umpires. He and his brother Bob, who plays weekly at both clubs, have supported, managed and played bowls at all levels in Parkes and the wider district. Frank, Geoff and Bob’s support for bowls in Parkes has been immeasurable over a long time.
The match will be a pennants match with 3 teams of major bowlers for the gold cup and 4 teams of minor bowlers for the silver cup.
The first match in April saw 56 bowlers compete in the inaugural competition, resulting in a solid win to Parkes Bowling & Sports Club in the Majors, who have proudly displayed the gold Frank Gersbach Cup. The Railway Club narrowly won the Minors match, and have held the silver Gersbach Cup.
Both clubs, together with their large supporter groups, eagerly await the return match on Sunday, 27th November at the Railway Bowling Club, commencing at 1pm.
By Marty Tighe