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Excursion to Putt Putt

23 April
Excursion to Putt Putt

Join us for a fun-filled excursion to Dubbo for mini golf! This event is a perfect to have some fun test out your mini golf skills and interact with other children in your region. ...

Bedgerabong Flood Recovery
31 Mar

2025

Bedgerabong Flood Recovery

Rural Adversity Mental Health Program is again checking in with those flood impacted in 2022.

Bedgerabong Fun Day and Movie Night
4 April

2025

Bedgerabong Fun Day and Movie Night

Join us at Bedgerabong Public School on Friday 4 April for laser tag, inflatable Obstacle Course, Jumping Castle and an outdoor movie screening of Cats & Dogs 3. We have lots of ...

Forbes Amazing Motor Festival
5 Apr

2025

Forbes Amazing Motor Festival

An action-packed day celebrating everything on wheels (and more)! From sleek new machines to classic vintage treasures, there’s something for everyone at this one-of-a-kind event—a ...

Family Fun Day!
12 April

25

Family Fun Day!

Join us for a morning of fun at Lions Park on Saturday 12 April from 9:00am-12:00pm. There will lots to do including jumping castles, face painting, arts and craft and the awesome ...

Wellness Workshop by Kitty
14 April

25

Wellness Workshop by Kitty

Join us for an exciting workshop by Kitty this is a fun workshop to have the opportunity to look at where you are and where you want to go. Through A guided relaxation, practical t ...

Youth Fishing Morning
15 April

25

Youth Fishing Morning

Join us for a fun-filled Youth Fishing morning at the beautiful Forbes Lake, Lions Park! This isa fun morning for children to unwind, relax and have some fun catching fish. There w ...

Painting Workshops by Karen Ritchie and Katie Ragg
15 April

25

17 April

25

Painting Workshops by Karen Ritchie and Katie Ragg

Join talented artist Karen Richie and Katie Ragg to create a fantastic artwork. These artworks will then be submitted to the council art competition and gallery open day held on th ...

Youth First Aid
16 April

25

Youth First Aid

Calling Youth! Learn to Save Lives! Are you ready to make a difference? Join our Youth First Aid Course run by Tod Healey First Aid Training and equip yourself with the essential s ...

Learn to Skate Workshop with Totem Skate
17 April

25

Learn to Skate Workshop with Totem Skate

Come along to Forbes Skatepark to attend the FREE Learn to Skate Workshop hosted by Totem skateboarding this workshop is fully funded by Forbes Shire Council. Learn to skate beginn ...

Gallery Open Day
24 April

25

Gallery Open Day

Join us at the Forbes Town Hall for a special Youth Art Gallery Open Day, where young artists from our region will have their work showcased in a professional setting. This is a fa ...

Frost and Fire 2025
21 June

2025

Frost and Fire 2025

Embark on a warming winter adventure at Forbes' annual Frost and Fire event, nestled in the heart of Central West NSW! As we commemorate our 6th year, things are heating up! Cos ...

Latest News

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Australia Day Ambassador announced

Forbes Shire Council is excited to announce advocate for inclusion and Where There’s a Will Founder and CEO, Ms Ange Clarke, as its 2025 Australia Day ...

23 Jan 2025 read more
Inspiring locals nominated for Australia Day Awards

Forbes Shire residents who have made significant contributions or outstanding achievements to the community over the last 12 months have been recognis ...

22 Jan 2025 read more
EV charging station opened

Travellers driving electric vehicles (EV) will now be able to stop in Forbes to charge their vehicles thanks to the new EV Charging Station on Spring ...

19 Dec 2024 read more
Recycle your textiles in Forbes

Unwanted textiles will be saved from landfill thanks to a recycling initiative Forbes Shire Council has started.

19 Dec 2024 read more
Blister packs now recyclable in Forbes

More medicinal blister packs will be kept out of landfill thanks to a recycling initiative between Forbes Shire Council, Flannery’s Pharmacy and Life ...

19 Dec 2024 read more

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