Former Parkes Shire Mayor Ken Keith OAM has been formally recognised as the inaugural Patron of the Country Mayors Association of NSW (CMA) during a reception atNSW Parliament House this week. Hosted by President of the NSW Legislative Council … Keep reading this article, click here...
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Building With Parkes In Mind: The Story Behind Bushmans Ridge
On the edge of Parkes, just minutes from town, a new lifestyle estate has quietly taken shape. Bushmans Ridge, developed by Giles Land Development, is more than a land release. It is the result of … [Read More...]
Forbes High Host 80 School Leaders For 2026 Nsw Schools Roadshow
Forbes High School hosted more than 80 principals and school leaders from across Central West NSW as part of the 2026 Schools Roadshow, on Tuesday May 19. The NSW Department of Education’s annual … [Read More...]
Forbes Garden Club Report
Forbes Garden Club held their April meeting at the home of Neil and Jane Gilmour with a great attendance of 38 members and apologies from ten. President Marg Dent welcomed all, with birthday wishes … [Read More...]
Red Bend Catholic College Students Raise $1,000 For Vinnies
Vinnies Central & Far West NSW sends a huge thank you to the students and staff at Red Bend Catholic College for their incredible $1,000 donation to the Vinnies Winter Appeal. The 40+ students … [Read More...]
Special Interests
Healthy Vision Month
Eye health is not just about seeing clearly, it’s also about protecting your long-term eye health. Many eye conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, often develop … [Read More...]
Warm Your Winter At Frost And Fire 2026
Gearing up for its seventh amazing year, the Central West’s hottest winter event will turn up the heat at the Forbes Ski Dam on Saturday 20 June 2026 from 4pm to 10pm. Expect crackling fire buckets, … [Read More...]
Looking For A Real Conversation?
Are you tired of the usual blokey banter? Hungry for real connected conversation with trustworthy men? The Men’s Table is a safe place to share and be heard in a confidential and non-judgemental … [Read More...]
Forbes Farming Family Makes History
A celebration breakfast was held at Garema Hall south of Forbes on Tuesday 5 May to celebrate the issuance of the world’s first Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCU’s or soil carbon credits) to the … [Read More...]
Sport
Ride For Country Kids
Each year, cyclists head out on a three-day ride across regional NSW as part of Royal Far West’s Ride for Country Kids. The annual event raises vital funds and awareness for developmental and mental … [Read More...]
Forbes Croquet Club Celebrate World Croquet Day
On Tuesday 12 May Forbes Croquet Club celebrated World Croquet Day. The special celebration cake was cut by valued members of the club who are all 90 years of age and over - Bill Scott, Robin Pols … [Read More...]
$300,000 For New Lighting At Grinstead Oval
Congratulations to Forbes Rugby Club on being awarded $300,000 for new lighting at Grinstead Oval, courtesy of NSW Club Grants. This is the fourth time the club has applied for the grant, finally … [Read More...]
Henry Kross To Compete At The World Junior Championships
At the recent Australian Open and Oceania Championships Henry Kross, who is the Australian #1 Under 17 boy, played up an age group in the Under 19’s to compete against the older boys and not only put … [Read More...]