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2023 Club Championships

October 26, 2023 By Roxane Manley

Great to see so many winners at the presentation. Thanks to Terry Bros as major sponsors

In the A grade scratch our 2 premier young golfers kicked off the event in great style with Jack Elliott carding a 2 over par 74 to be chased in by Aaron Wilkie with a 75. Jack got out early in the morning and put the target there for the rest of the field to fire at. With a strong northerly blowing the big hitters in the club made short work of the down wind holes. Aaron hit off mid morning and came in with a 75 and playing partner and longtime contender Riall Harrison hit a solid 77. The other major finishers were Wayne Parker with a sterling 80 and Charlie Kaehler, Stephen Riley and Michael Thomas all carding 82’s. In the net Peter Bristol was the surprise leader with a 69, followed in by the guns in Jack Elliott, Riall Harrison and Michael Thomas.

Round 2 was contested on Sunday with the temperatures down and the prevailing wind from the west and occasionally south west, this gave all the indications of the scoring heating up.

In the A grade scratch event Jack Elliott continued his march forward with another excellent 75 but the chasers had changed with Michael Dumesny and Anthony Riach to the fore with a 76, 77 respectively. Wayne Parker and Aaron Wilkie were next best on 80. In the net event Anthony won the day with his 70 on a countback from Wayne Powter. So this leaves Jack 5 strokes in front of Aaron going into the last 2 rounds and whilst not insurmountable it will take all of Aaron’s skills to bridge the gap.

Head to Pioneer this Saturday for Round 5 of the WWRL

October 26, 2023 By Roxane Manley

Footy kicks off at 9.30 am – Under 12s, 10.30 – Under 14s, 11.40 – Under 16s, 12.50 – Under 18s and the Open women’s
team kick off at 2pm.

The Lachlan District Womans Rugby league Club have made a successful debut this season into the Western Women’s Rugby League Competition and everyone is encouraged to come along and enjoy a big day packed full of games and see some amazing local female talent in action this Saturday at Pioneer Oval in Parkes. Games in Parkes this Saturday kick off at 9.30 am

Last weekend the club travelled to dubbo and had a lot of hard and physical games, however the 18s came out on top and remain undefeated and on top of the table. Stevie Jackson of Forbes said “Our u18s side is full of amazing talent young talent with Georgie Coote being named for the second year in a row to South Sydney Rabbitohs Tarsha Gale Side, Tegan Smede being signed to Illawarra Steelers for Tarsha Gale, Liz MacGregor to Roosters Tarsha Gale and all 3 girls also play in our opens side as well”.

Star player Elizabeth MacGregor told us “We went into the season with low numbers and not knowing what it would look like for us as a whole new club and a team made up of girls from all seperate teams in the comp but we have really come together as a team and had some tough wins. Defeating Woodbrige, Vipers and Goannas which seem to be the top teams in the comp has been a huge effort. We have a strong forward pack and a quick back line and just skilful players across the whole team. Definitely exciting to be undefeated so far especially for a debut season as a new club.

Forbes Dragon Boat Club: Home Of The Lachlan Dragons

October 19, 2023 By Roxane Manley

The Kombo Dragons consisted of seven clubs from the Central West NSW & ACT.

The Forbes contingent had a great time at The Australian Masters Games In Adelaide recently.

Danielle McDonald – 2023 Australian Off Road Champion X3

October 19, 2023 By Roxane Manley

Danielle McDonald is a three time Australian Off Road Champion, Australian MX Champion, and four time Hattah Desert Race Champion.

Local Parkes girl Danielle McDonald has just secured her third Australian Off Road Championship. What a way for Danielle to finish off her impressive racing career in the junior ranks.

Danielle said, “My very last junior race, I’m sad to say my junior years have come to an end. I have learnt and achieved a lot throughout juniors but I am overall excited to start a new chapter in my racing journey in the women’s class!

“A massive thanks to my family, team, sponsors and everyone in my corner wouldn’t be where I am without any of you”.

Endruo GP In Portugal

Earlier in October Danielle got her first taste racing in the senior women division in her first endruo GP in Portugal, experiencing some very hot and dry conditions.

Danielle reported, “The trials and tests were gnarly! Definitely one to remember. I raced my first supertest on Friday night. I was the first rider on track and opened alone, I had nerves I have never experienced before. I ended the night with a P6 leading into the next day.

“Race day nerves were just as high but pushed through. The other three tests I really enjoyed and started to pull some pretty good results. Coming top three in most and even winning a couple of them.

“Sunday was a better day for me. I was running third all day, then unfortunately a mechanical issue in the sand test caused me to lose all back brake, and a heap of time. Still really happy to come away with 4th overallfor the day.

Now To Get Ready For The ISDE 6 Days

Danielle is now preparing to race the International Six-Day Endruo which runs from 6th to 11th November in San Juan, Argentina, South America. The ISDE is one of the most prestigious events on the offroad calendar in motorcycle racing. The Team Aus women have won 6x World ISDE titles. Representing Australia will be Tayla Jones and Jessica Gardiner, who have both been part of the previous six wins, but the newest member of the Australian Women’s Team is Danielle McDonald who dominated the Junior motocross and offroad racing for years.

Help Support Danielle Compete In Europe

Danielle and the Australian Women’s team need your support. They are raising money to fund their trip to race the ISDE in November.

Make a donation: You can show yoursupport by donating to their Gofundmepage. https://gofund.me/5e80e56f

Become a Major Sponsor: The teamare still seeking a major sponsor, contact Jess Gardener at jessgardiner77@gmail.com

Purchase from the MXStore: This yearBallard’s and MXstore are proud to besponsoring Team Australia to help themget to Argentina for the 2023 ISDE, donating 20% of all sales every Ballard’sproduct purchased from Tuesday 17th tomidnight the 22nd October.

Danielle stepping up to race with the seniors in her first endruo GP in Portugal.

Danielle had a great weekend when she raced the first ever @gncc_racing_aus Coming away with the win.

Danielle thanks her family, team, sponsors and everyone in her corner, whom she credits for helping her where she is today.

Danielle competing in and winning her first ever Austral-ian Junior MX Championship title.

Another Croquet Member Turns 80

October 19, 2023 By Through The Hoop

Ray Burridge celebrated his 80th birthday at croquet.

AUSSIE CROQUET

On Saturday 14th October, 26 players enjoyed a beautiful sunny morning on the courts. Two players won three games: Kevin Rubie and Allan Jones. The big winners were: B White and R Renich 14-7, T Thomson and N Jolliffe 14- 8, G Coles (2 Balls) 14-8. There were lots of great shots playedin this section.

CLOSE GAMES J. Allegri 14 Dorio 13. *K Rubie & J .Rubie 14, M. Jones & B. Scoot 13.*J. Allegri & J. Cole 14, G. Coles & J.Farah 13. *M. Jones & C. Toohey 14, R.Renich & N. Jolliffe 13,, *M. Langfield & B.White 14, J. Allegri & B. Field 13.

GOLF CROQUET

There were 37 players on Tuesday 17/10/23, who enjoyed a great game of croquet. There were 6 players who won 3 games. R. Toole, B.Field, A. Jones, B. Scott, M. Smith & P.West.

Ray Burridge had great delight in cutting his 80th Birthday Cake and receiving his O.B.E, certificate from Elvy. There was also some very sad news, that one of our longest serving members had passed away. Doreen Rodgers always had a smile for everyone. The players all wore black ArmBands and a Minutes Silence was held in respect for Doreen.

BIG WINNERS *J. Littlejohn & B. Field 10-3. *J. Rubie & B. Field 10-3. * B. Scott& S. Perry 9-4.*N. Spry & P. West 9-4.*V.Roberts & J. Allegri 9-4. *K. Rubie & F. Miller 9-4. There were 8 games of 8-5 and 12games of 7-6. All Players had an enjoyableand fun day with lots of good shots and alsolucky shots.

By Through The Hoop

Champs Decided

October 19, 2023 By Short Putt

Liam Fraser retrieving his ball with support from his group – Jenny Fletcher, Debbie Tilly and Veronica Rebellato.

The Forbes golfers enjoyed good conditions for the final rounds of the Forbes Mens Individual Championships, sponsored by Lachlan Commodities.

After three rounds there were clear leaders in three of the grades of the Scratch champs, with the B-Grade a tight contest between Brett Thomas and Peter Barnes when only two shots separated them.

At the end of the final round the Scratch Champions were: A-Grade: J Betland; A- Reserve: J Brett; B-Grade: B Thomas and C-Grade: L Alley. In the Handicap, a countback was needed to decide the winner in the A-Grade, with J Betland getting the nod ahead of D Bayley. In the other grades, B-Grade went to B Thomas and C-Grade to Liam Fraser, who was helped by a hole-in-one on the 9th .

The Results for the Daily comp run in conjunction with the Championships, sponsored by Pool Magic, are:

Saturday : Div 1: J Dobell (70 nett) from J Betland (71 on c/b); Div 2: P Barnes (68), T Morgan (70); Div 3: L Fraser (73), L Alley (74 on c/b). The ball sweep went to 76 nett on c/b. The NTP’s were: 9th T Toohey; 18th J Brett.

Sunday: Div 1: P Cowhan (71), T West (72); Div 2: F Melisi (71), B Thomas (74); Div 3: L Fraser (71), L Alley (72 on c/b). The ball sweep went to 76 nett on c/b. The NTP’s were: 9th – L Fraser, 18th – S Grant.

The Superpin on both days had different stories. On Saturday Tim West grabbed the money with a shot to 1.3 metres, while Sunday’s success went to Sally Crosby with a shot to 7.4 metres.

Congratulations to all winners and especially to Liam Fraser with his hole-in-one.

By Short Putt

Forbes Netball News

October 12, 2023 By Roxane Manley

Left: Sophie Dwyer with young netballers at the Forbes Junior Gala Day. Right: Susan Pettit in her coaching session with young netballers at the Forbes Junior Gala Day.

The Forbes Netball committee has been extremely busy, planning for 2024, as well as organising 2023.

The Spring Night competitions for both mixed and ladies teams is now in full swing, as is the Junior Mixed Spring Competition.

The Junior competition kicks off each Wednesday evening at 5pm, while the older players take to the courts at 6:30pm and 7:30pm. Anyone interested should contact the secretary email secretary.forbesnetball@gmail.com

Regional All Age carnival and NetSetGo and Junior Mixed Gala Day

Planning is well underway for 2024, with the Regional All Age carnival set down for confirmation in May, as well as the very popular NetSetGo and Junior Mixed Gala Day to return in August.

The Regional All Age carnival is aways one of the largest in the regional, with over one thousand netballers taking to the courts for the day.

The NetSetGo and Junior Mixed Gala day was held in August for the first time, with great positive feedback received from participants.

The FNA was extremely lucky to have the support from NNSW, who organised former Australian Diamond Susan Pettit to start the day, with a great warm up and fun session for all players.

We were also very privileged to have a visit from Giants Superstar Sophie Dwyer attend the day and meet our players, parents and supporters.

Sophie has just been selected to play in the Australian Diamonds team in the Constellation Cup against New Zealand. Sophie has been selected to replace Steph Wood who has retired from International competition.

2024 Representative Teams

The FNA is calling for all players aged 12, 13, 14, 15U, 17U and opens who would like to represent Forbes at the various NNSW events 2024.

The Opens will play in the Regional League competition in March at Orange, and the 17U and 15U will play in the Senior State Titles in Sydney and 14s, 13s and 12s will play in the Junior State Titles in Sydney.

An information session will be held at the netball courts on Tuesday 17th October at 5:30 to 6:30pm. Nominations for all the representative teams 2024 are now open. Nominations will close on 3rd November and can be emailed to the secretary email secretary.forbesnetball@gmail.com

11 Years Development Team

The 11s Development team will be organised later in the year, and will take on a new format for this age group and will be building on the 2023 season.

All players turning 9 and 10 years 2024 will also be included into this training session, and will have the opportunity to also attend regional carnivals when there are enough numbers to either join the 11s or form a second team.

There will also be an opportunity for the development of 2 umpires, who will attend training when available, as well as umpire the team/s at the regional carnivals.

Anyone with interest in joining the umpiring program should see Umpire/Coach Convenor Robyn Kenny.

Father Son Combinations Clean Up At The Champagne Triples

October 12, 2023 By Roxane Manley

The start of the tournament we have L to R locals Shane Hodge and his granddaughter Annie Teague, their opponent Alan Tighe Junior from Dubbo. The Parkes Bowling and Sports Clubs newest member Mark Fitzalan and the Railways own Pissy Peisley.

What a weekend at the Parkes Railway Bowling Club’s annual Champagne Triples Tournament, with teams from all over the state and $10,000 on offer the bowls were the focus of the weekend.

The winners were the legend Bob Hamilton from Orange City, teamed up with the gun father and son combination from Grenfell Barry and Blake Bradtke. They won all 5 games with a whopping margin of 79 shots.

Runners Up for the weekend were another gun father and son combination, Cooper and Flippy Fliedner from Manildra along with the ever consistent Tony Bennett, also from Manildra. They won all their games with a total margin of 58 shots.

Third place was the powerful Warren Towney’s team from Dubbo, Warren teamed up with Greg McEwen and Alan Tighe Junior. These boys put 5 wins together with a margin of 46 shots.

Fourth place went to another strong Grenfell team in Stevie Galvin, Gavin Johnson and Andrew Armstrong who had 4 wins and a draw with a margin of 42 shots.

Round winners were:

• Round 1 Lurlene Hanna, Jake Hodge and Joey Van Opynen.

• Round 2 Dave Johnson, Juicy Daley and Peter Creith.

• Round 3 Mick Simpson, Nathan Reynolds and Dave Reilly.

• Round 4 Wally Grant, Tony Latter and Greg Howlett.

• Round 5 Paul Lewin, Nathan Collis and Blake Strudwick.

The highest finishing local team went to the Railways own Wally Grant, Tony Latter and Greg Howlett who finished a strong 5th with 4 wins and a narrow loss and a margin of 35 shots.

The Match Committee would really like to thank the Board of Directors for their continued support, we would also like to thank each and every person that took time out of their weekend to lend a hand. It’s amazing and makes us so proud to see so many people helping. We would like to thank the green staff, bar staff and bistro staff for their amazing efforts. Everything went so smoothly. We would also like to thank the Town Club for their help over the weekend, so thank you all.

Club Championships

In the Major Singles Paul Kirwan played Wally Grant. Paul picked up a 2 on the first end, Wally a single on the second end. Paul then put 4 solid ends together and after 6 ends Paul leads 12-1. Wally wasn’t done though and picked up a 2 before dropping a single. Wally then went on to put a couple of ends together with a 3 and a 4, to cut the lead back to 13-10 after 10. Paul got in a single then Wally got 2 singles and a 2 and it was 14 all after 14. Paul put a stop to Wally’s run with a 3, a 4 and a 2 taking it to 23-14. Wally scrambled with a 3 on the next end but Paul closed out the game with a 2 on the next end and it finished 25-17.

Winners L to R Barry Bradtke (Grenfell), Bob Hamilton (Orange) and Blake Bradtke (Grenfell and son of Barry).

Fourth L to R – Stevie Galvin, Andrew Armstrong and Gavin Johnson all from Grenfell.

Runners Up L to R – Tony Bennett, and father and son combo Cooper and Flippy Fliedner (Manildra) however Flippy was a member of the Railway for a lot of years.

Third Place L to R – Warren Towney, Greg McEwen and Alan Tighe Junior all from Dubbo.

Croquet News

October 12, 2023 By Pegging Out

Marj Styles enjoyed her time in Forbes catching up with old friends and none other than Bruce Field.

It was another nice spring morning for Golf Croquet on Tuesday 10th October. We were able to sing Happy Birthday to Joan Littlejohn who will be 93 this week. Still up with the best, well done to Joan. Three players managed to win three games: John Cole, Alex Todd and Neville Spry. The big winners on the day were 9 – 4 Geoff Coles and Ray Burridge, Marie Spry and Alex Todd, John Browne and Bill Scott, Elvy Quirk and Robin Pols. Close games on the day were:

• Rex Toole and Neville Spry 7 AllanJones and Joan Littlejohn 6

• Vince Roberts and Bruce Field 7 JohnBrowne and John Job 6

• Fay Picker and Tony Thomson 7 RobinPolos and Neil Gilmour 6

• John Browne and Geoff Coles 7 KevinRubie and Allan Jones 6

• Rex Toole and Bruce Field 7 Bill Scottand Neil Gilmour 6

• Fay Picker 7 Rex Toole 6

• Alex Todd and Peter West 7 Ray Burridge and Geoff Coles 6

• John Cole and Neville Spy 7 David Williams and Ray Martin 6

• Kevin Rubie and Alex Todd 8 Elvy Quirkand David Williams 5

• Dorelle and Bill Scott 8 Iren Ford andMerv Langfield 5

• John Cole and Iren Ford 8 Carolyn Nilsen and May Jones 5

• Neville Spry and Joan Littlejohn 8 ElvyQuirk and Ray Martin 5

• Merv Langfield and Peter West 8 DorelleScott and Vince Roberts 5

• John Cole and Robin Pols 8 David Williams and Tony Thomson 5

• Iren Ford and May Jones 8 Kevin Rubieand Bruce Field 5

• Carolyn Neilsen and Allan Jones 8 VinceRoberts and Neil Gilmour 5

That’s it till next week

By Pegging Out

Be Seen @ Forbes Rugby Union Celebrations

October 5, 2023 By Roxane Manley

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