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Expect more sailing shenanigans in season 7 of Below Deck Mediterranean. Picture: Bravo/Binge

Like fashion or film, organic farming or journalism, the 'yachting industry' is a lot less glamourous than it sounds.

Below Deck is really just the seven sins on the seven seas

WEEK OF DISRUPTIONS: There will be a wave of industrial action this week by train drivers, teachers, nurses and midwives. Picture: AAP

It's been a long week of protests and strikes across the state.

Teachers, nurses, transport workers strike across NSW in week of heavy industrial action

UNIVERSAL: Spacey Jane expanded their reach on their second album Here Comes Everybody. Picture: Sam Hendel

Spacey Jane mine the anxiety of the times on album two

Spacey Jane are writing songs for Everybody

BACK AND BIGGER THAN EVER: Illustration of an influenza virus particle. Picture: Kateryna Kon / Science Photo Library / Getty Images.

The 2022 season has only just begun and already it's tracking toward a five year record. So what makes this year's flu so bad?

Is this year's flu worse than previous years?

New track: Alfie Arcuri has just dropped his latest single, Overtime, about his experiences with anxiety. Picture: Supplied

"Anxiety is something that I've had to deal with for most of my life."

The Voice star Alfie Arcuri shines light on anxiety

Remarkable Billie Mattiske celebrates 105th birthday with family, friends

Georgie, Tim, Louie and Kara West ready to start their year at Forbes Public School.

Big day as more Forbes kinders begin school journey

BACK AND BIGGER THAN EVER: This year's flu season is on track to beating a five-year case record as vaccination numbers remain low. Picture: Shutterstock

This year's season is a stark difference to the 2021 winter sickness period, which saw very few cases recorded nationwide.

Flu season on track to hitting five year record as vaccination remains low

Abortion rights protesters chant on the steps of the Alabama state capitol building during a rally and march on the capitol in Montgomery on Sunday, June 26. Photo: Mickey Welsh-USA TODAY NETWORK/Sipa USA /AAP Image

Australians have joined in the fight for women's rights with protests set for the major metropolitan cities.

People show solidarity and protest for women's rights

BACK IN THE DAY: Nurses attend to a patient in an iron lung in the United Kingdom, 1949. Picture: Getty Images

The virus has been nearly eradicated worldwide, but traces have been found in London's wastewater, prompting a "national incident" to be declared.

Polio has been detected in the UK: Here's everything you need to know

Breanna and Kevin Powell enjoying the evening.

In pictures: Australia Day 2022 by Lake Forbes

Walter Terrence John Stevenson born August 17. Son to Brittaney Veale and Tace Stevenson of Forbes; grandson to Terry and Debbie Veale of Trundle and to Susie and Moses Stevenson of Tullamore.

Special feature: Forbes' babies of 2021

Varroa mite was detected in beehives around the Port of Newcastle on June 24

Natural beekeepers urge Australia to learn from the mistakes made overseas where bees have become dependent on pharmaceuticals while trying to control varroa mite.

Let them bee: Natural beekeeping teacher says miticides not the answer to varroa parasite

Each student will have access to two RATs per week, as will teachers.

Masks, twice-weekly rapid antigen tests as NSW schools set to return

Each year more than 200,000 hives are required for the pollination of the Australian almond crop alone. Photo: File

The news that varroa destructor is on our shores is alarming.

There's more than honey at stake

Santa arrived at Eugowra's Carols on the Creek with a very special little guest, a baby 'reindeer' who the kids were thrilled to meet. 

Santa brings a very special guest to 2021 Eugowra Carols on the Creek

PAWS THE GAME: Chilean goalkeeper, Christine Elder, called a stop to play when the pup ran onto the field for a tummy rub. 

Chilean goalkeeper, Christine Elder, called a pause - or a paws - to the game while giving the pup a tummy rub.

Dog runs onto international soccer field, demands pats from players

Brian Broadbere, Forbes Country Music Club president Wendy Dixon and Jean Foran enjoying the relaxed surrounds of the Calarie Hall. 

Country Music Club wraps up 2021 with muster at Calarie Hall

Coralie Crouch with her garden feature in the new Platypus Gallery members' exhibition.

Artists inspired by verse for newest Platypus Gallery exhibition

MC and singer Kimberley Ryan taking the night out with some favourites. 

Beautiful night for 2021 Forbes Carols by Candlelight

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Woman struck by car while pushing pram

Former NSW deputy premier John Barilaro has stepped aside from his trade job in New York.

Barilaro steps away from NYC trade job

Rallen said it was concerned a gas explorer's heavy construction machinery could stress cattle.

Legal joust continues over NT station

Teachers have marched on the NSW parliament in Sydney to call for improved pay and conditions.

Striking teachers march to NSW parliament

A timber company has been fined for a worker fatality at a NSW central west sawmill.

Timber firm fined $262k for fatal accident

Mayfield Garden in Oberon is the perfect place to spend a winter's day.

Get into the social swing of things with a host of events and happenings around the region.

Things to do: Central West and beyond

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NSW government extends time period for a free flu shot to boost numbers

More time to get a free flu shot to help boost vaccine numbers

NATIONALS: Forbes rider Bella Davie on 'Blondie' is currently ranked third in Australia in the Youth 13-17years division, and she will compete for the title in the Challenge of the Champions at the RSNCA National Finals this weekend. Picture: ARTHUR ROY

Forbes riders ride into Australian ranch sorting's Challenge of Champions

GOOD NEWS: Forbes Dragon Boat Club has received funding toward a new 20s boat. Picture: FILE

Forbes paddlers win "community choice" funding towards new dragon boat

LET'S BUILD IT: Forbes Mayor Phyllis Miller with Upper House MP Sam Farraway (back) Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance and council General Manager Steve Loane. Picture: SUPPLIED

$3.5 million to build Forbes a multi-purpose equestrian arena

THINGS YOU SEE: This fungal photo was taken at Southwest Woodlands Nature Reserve at Cookamidera. Picture: SUPPLIED

Looking at Landcare: join walks to explore our National Parks

MUSEUM NEWS: Collections Officer with the Sustainable Collections Program at the Eugowra Museum. Picture: JUDY SMITH

Eugowra Museum's vital work to preserve community history

THURSDAY: Teachers intend to strike across NSW after the state budget failed to deliver a better pay offer. Picture: FILE

Schools non-operational or with minimal supervision as teachers strike

$10 MILLION INVESTMENT: Forbes Mayor Phyllis Miller and Upper House MP Sam Farraway on site with Forbes Shire councillors and senior staff on Wednesday morning.

$10 million to lock in Central West Industrial Park

TURNED PRO: Jackson Goonrey, aka 'Sesh Gremlin' Scott Green, from Parkes - pictured here in a choke hold from a recent event - has loved wrestling since he was a child and at 21 is now a professional wrestler. Photo: LAUREN MOULTON

Jackson Goonrey from Parkes is 'Sesh Gremlin' Scott Green

From Red Bend to pro-wrestling: Jackson Goonrey comes home to show us his moves

Sam Webb spoke to students from Forbes High School about breaking the burden of mental health.

Sam Webb shares his journey at Forbes High

ICONIC: The Vampire Jet during 2021 flooding. 

Mayor commits to plane at park

LUCKY: A train tore the front of a ute a man in his 20s was driving when the two collided near Parkes this morning. Photo: Parkes Fire and Rescue NSW

"This is a reminder to all drivers to be vigilant and careful when approaching level crossings."

Ute driver escapes serious injury after colliding with a train

MARKET REPORTS: This week's sale saw the yarding at Central West Livestock Exchange increase again. Picture: FILE

Cattle numbers drop but sheep increase at this week's Forbes sales

WHAT A CAST: Christa Radley, Ruth Barnes, Christie Green, Maddison Collits and Shev Brown during their final dress rehearsal on Sunday, which received glowing praise. Photo: FACEBOOK

Turning Tables opens July 2 and runs over three big weekends

'Something different': Turning Tables will be turning heads this Saturday

MEETING OF MINDS: Forbes Golf and Sportsman's Hotel hosted the Listening to the Lachlan conference over two days this week. 

Lachlan River conference calls for better look at impacts, alternatives of Wyangala wall project

INTERNATIONAL CAP: Charlie Staines with dad Shayne at the Samoan jersey presentation. Picture: SUPPLIED

Charlie Staines makes international debut as Samoa scores Pacific Test win

WHAT A CHAMPION: Michelle Wetherell from Northparkes Mines was presented the Gender Diversity Champion Award at the NSW Women in Mining Awards on Thursday night. Photo: SUPPLIED

The winners from the NSW Women in Mining Awards have been announced

Michelle is Northparkes Mines' and NSW's Gender Diversity Champion

THE PRODIGAL SON RETURNS: Jake Grace will be a crucial addition to the Forbes Magpies squad this season. Photo: NICK GUTHRIE.

Forbes Magpies ready to swoop on 2022 season

WHAT AN EXPERIENCE: Holly Hare, Henry Best, Billie Palin and Jarrod Draper perform at Overture in Parkes last Saturday. Photo: KRISTY WILLIAMS.

Grenfell's Henry Best performed in front of hundreds of people at the Overture concert in Parkes last weekend.

Henry's 'special experience' learning from Josh Piterman, performing at Overture

Young musicians and singers from around the Central West perform alongside Josh Piterman and Lucy Durack at Parkes' incredible Overture concert on April 2.

THE GREATEST SHOW: Overture concert a 'wholesome' experience

STARS UNDER THE STARS: Lucy Durack and Josh Piterman will be headlining Saturday's Overture concert at the Cooke Park Pavilion in Parkes. Photo: SUPPLIED.

Overture will feature two of Australia's leading performers - Lucy Durack and Josh Piterman - alongside some of the most talented singers and musicians the Central West has to offer.

'See what's coming next' for talented Central West musicians at Overture concert

ALL SMILES: Peter Guppy from Cycling Without Age Parkes takes Pat and Ray Wilson for a trishaw ride last weekend. You can take a ride from Lions Park on Wedneday and Saturday mornings. Photo: KRISTY WILLIAMS.

You can get a trishaw ride on Wednesday and Saturday mornings at Lions Park in Parkes.

'Feel the wind in your hair' on a trishaw ride through Parkes

RED GOES FASTER: UK-based Kiwi Warren Briggs' eye-catching 1965 Red Mustang is having one last tilt at the Classic Outback Trial, which is starting in Parkes this week after a COVID-enforced break. Photo: SUPPLIED.

Over the course of seven days, the crews will cover some 680km of competitive stages and 1650km of transport stages, starting this Sunday, March 27.

Parkes hosting start of Classic Outback Trial rally race

Alex Blackwell, left, says women still face too many barriers in the male-dominated sports industry. Picture: Getty Images

What started as male egos colliding ended with a woman as the collateral damage and it's not good enough.

'A female journalist's worst nightmare': The collateral damage of AFL egos

186 families from Parkes have stayed at the house for 1,333 nights, which gives an indication of how important it is to have a place like this for families to be close to their children in hospital.

Robertson, Rice highlighting importance of Orange's Ronald McDonald House

Francine Binns (Chief Executive Officer, IPWEA NSW & ACT), Ben Howard (Director Operations, Parkes Shire Council), Melanie Suitor (Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire Councils) and Grant Baker (President, IPWEA NSW & ACT).

"The project saw load restraint knowledge increase, breaches decrease by almost 70 per cent and there were no load restraint incidents recorded on our local roads during 2021."

Parkes and Forbes' 'Load Restraint Education Project' receives award

PLENTY TO THINK ABOUT: Input prices are expected to be high, but forecasts are positive for farmers in the Parkes region. Photo: FILE.

A Parkes agronomist said he had to advise clients to budget more than double the money for fertilser than last season.