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2 days ago · Just how heavy is the NRL premiership trophy? Just ask these kids who had the chance to get up close and personal with the iconic Provan-Summons Trophy hefted high by Penrith Panthers after their 2024 grand final win. The Western NRL development officers hit the road this week with the trophy on the ...

23 hours ago · A Polaris side-by-side vehicle has been stolen from our Show society over the weekend. The green Polaris Ranger was stolen from a shed on the Showground on the evening of Sunday, February 16, and Forbes police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed or have information about the theft to contact police.

3 days ago · The Forbes Advocate has been telling the stories of our community since 1911. Through our website forbesadvocate.com.au and our weekly print edition every Thursday we’re keeping our community connected with stories that shine a spotlight on the amazing people of our shire and the issues that matter to us all.

Jan 17, 2025 · The five to 10-year-olds join the party from 5-6pm with 11 years and older taking the dance floor from 6.30pm to 8pm. More information and registrations online through Forbes Shire Council's website forbes.nsw.gov.au

Oct 9, 2024 · (Front) General Manager Steve Loane, Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM, deputy mayor Chris Roylance (back) Janelle Clarke, Cr Brian Mattiske, Stefan Murru, Cr Steve Karaitiana, Cr Marg Duggan, Cr Michele Herbert, Cr Jenny Webb, Cr Sarah Sweeney, Cr Aidan Clarke, Mathew Teale and Alex McMillan.

Dec 20, 2024 · Travellers with electric and hybrid vehicles can now stop and charge in Forbes - right in time for the summer holidays. The Spring Street electric vehicle charging station was officially opened on Monday, with a range of electric vehicles on site and a …

Dec 4, 2024 · Up to five inches of rain fell in Forbes on Friday and Saturday, causing Lake Forbes to swell beyond its banks and close low crossings. The airport recorded a total 77.2mm of rain by Saturday afternoon but rain gauges in town recorded much more, with residents reporting 120mm in the gauge in Oxford Street, 135mm in the gauge in the Johnson / Farrand Street area and 133mm on the river.

Nov 14, 2024 · The NSW Reconstruction Authority’s RHP team is currently assessing all applications. As of Monday November 11, there had been a total of 104 applications received: 48 of those from Cabonne, 39 from Forbes shire, 12 from Parkes shire and five from Lachlan shire.