Forbes Harness Racing has just appointed a new committee, with Braden Sullivan taking on the presidency. Bob Parsons, who has served four years in the role, did not seek reelection. 

Braden, the grandson of club life members Bob and Rosemary Lee, has been described as one of the youngest presidents in the club’s history.

His family forms the backbone of the local harness racing club, says long-time member Bruce Chandler. 

Parsons, who remains on the committee, has overseen some major changes in his time as president including the return to TAB racing after a 20-year absence and the introduction of an Anzac service.

“Bob spent many hours overseeing a major upgrade of the track including the surface and configuration changes,” Chandler said.

The club will also miss Sally Spence as canteen coordinator. Her sister Jenny Sullivan will take this on. 

“Without doubt the Forbes canteen is one of the best of all harness racing clubs,” Chandler said. “The money that the canteen has raised in (Sally’s) time has gone a long way to keeping the club afloat.”

Also elected are Emma Gaffney (secretary), Melissa Sullivan (treasurer), Murray Sullivan Junior (vice president), Gary Eyre and Adam Bellach (junior vice presidents).