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Business Chamber AGM
Business Chamber AGM

The Forbes Business Chamber conducts professional events that the general business community aspires to attend. We hold monthly executive meetings, quarterly general meetings and s ...

Novelty Sports Day
Novelty Sports Day

Join us at Grinstead Oval on Wednesday 16 July from 10:00am–1:00pm for a fun day of different and unique sports and activities. No need to book – just come along and register on t ...

Youth Painting Workshops
Youth Painting Workshops

Join us at the Youth & Community Centre on Tuesday 15 July for a creative painting workshop led by Karen Ritchie Art. Tuesday 15 July Session 1: 9:30am–11:00am Session 2: 1 ...

Slime Workshops
Slime Workshops

Get messy and creative at our fun slime workshops on Monday 14 July at the Youth & Community Centre. Monday 14 July Session 1: 9:30am–10:30am Session 2: 11:00am–12:00pm

Dubbo Putt Putt Excursion
Dubbo Putt Putt Excursion

Dubbo Putt Putt Excursion

Youth Centre Drop in Session
Youth Centre Drop in Session

Come hang out at the Youth & Community Centre for a relaxed drop-in session on Wednesday 9 July from 9:00am–10:30am. Enjoy games, sports equipment, PlayStation, craft activities, a ...

Circus Workshop by Circus Challenge
Circus Workshop by Circus Challenge

Join us for a fun-filled 2-hour circus workshop at the Youth & Community Centre on Monday 7 July from 10:00am–12:00pm! The session includes a Mini Circus Skills Show, a 90-minute h ...

Forbes Flood Thank You
Forbes Flood Thank You

Forbes community members and service providers are warly invited to a relaxed free event. A small gesture of our appreciation for those we've worked alongside since the 2022 Floods ...

The Trial of Ben Hall play
The Trial of Ben Hall play

The Forbes Shire Council Heritage Advisory Committee will be presenting the play The Trial of Ben Hall written by Forbes solicitor Dominic Williams.

Speed Networking
Speed Networking

Central West Inspired Women are hosting a free event at Club Forbes from 6 to 8 pm, with support from Inland Rail and Forbes Shire Council. Includes a welcome drink, light refreshm ...

Volunteers Morning Tea
Volunteers Morning Tea

Local volunteers are invited to a Morning Tea to celebrate your contributions to the community of Forbes, as well as your commitment and passion.

Forbes Community NAIDOC Celebrations
Forbes Community NAIDOC Celebrations

Friday 4 July, gather at South Circle Oval 11.50am to March together to Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre. Official Ceremony, Award Presentation and lots of activities to enjoy. Event will ...

Business Marketing Workshops
Business Marketing Workshops

Three marketing workshops in one day. A no fluff, strategy packed workshop series designed to help you get real results.

2025 National BBQ Championships
2025 National BBQ Championships

Become the 2025 National BBQ Champion with local and national teams entering | grilling and smoking competitions

Latest News

We are the future, and the future is now……

This is the theme for the 2025 Youth Week celebration aimed at recognising and celebrating every young person’s unique strengths, while highlighting i ...

8 Apr 2025 read more
Community projects funded

16 local community projects have shared in $61,000 of funding under Round 2 of the 2024/2025 Forbes Community Funding Program.

2 Apr 2025 read more
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
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