On Wednesday Transport Minister Catherine King announced the Inland Rail project would stop at Parkes, seemingly unaware of already-constructed sections to Narromine, and between Narromine and North Star. Federal Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey … Keep reading this article, click here...
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$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...]
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...]
Royal Far West’s Ride For Country Kids
Royal Far West’s Ride for Country Kids - a three-day ride across regional NSW - is coming to Parkes, starting at 7am on Sunday, 17 May at Cooke Park Pavilion. All are welcome to cheer on the … [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...]
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Get Ready, Get Set, And Dance At The 2026 Trundle Abba Festival
The Trundle ABBA Festival is back, on Saturday May 2nd, and the buzz has been building in Trundle, the program is locked in, final details are being ticked off, and preparations are in full swing. … [Read More...]
Stop Illegal Dumping
Forbes Shire Council is urging the community to help curb illegal dumping after receiving 50 reports in 2025, costing ratepayers more than $8,000 for cleanup and disposal. Last year, illegally … [Read More...]
Forbes Garden Club Report
Forbes Garden Club recently held a meeting at the Riverside Community Gardens. President Marg Dent welcomed 38 members with eight apologies. In general business, it was suggested that the club … [Read More...]
Sometimes We Forget That Rest Matters Too
I made an impractical decision as a farmer’s wife. But I am too far in to let him know that he was right and I was wrong. I bought a gorgeous outdoor furniture set for our verandah, with cream white … [Read More...]
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$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...]
Forbes Pony Club 2026 Charlie O’connor Showjump Day And Gymkhana
The Forbes Pony Club (FPC) has been running since 1965, with many successful riders starting their riding days at the club, Forbes has always been known as a competitive club that produces quality … [Read More...]
Phil Wells Hits Form
On Saturday 25 April, a field of 42 golfers enjoyed good conditions at the Forbes golf course as they participated in the Anzac Day comp. All the players seemed to enjoy their wander. The contest was … [Read More...]