January 2025

  • Australia Day - Citizen of the Year Gala Dinner - Join us for the annual Citizen of the Year Gala Dinner, this year the gala dinner will be held on Saturday 25 January 2025 from 6pm-10pm at the Town Hall. This event includes entertainment, the official ceremony and catering. The Official Ceremony will include the presentation of the Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year and Senior Citizen of the Year award winners and nominees for our 2025 Citizens of the Year.  This event aims to recognise residents who have made outstanding achievements in their field or who have made a significant contribution to our community. Tickets are free but essential and must be secured by Friday 17th January 2025. 
  • Australia Day Community Breakfast - Join us for the annual Community Breakfast at Lions Park from 8am to 10am to celebrate Australia Day!
  • Community Strategic Plan Survey - 30 January - Drop into the Forbes Town Hall for assistance completing the Community Strategic Plan Survey! We want to hear from the community regarding the wants, needs and aspirations for the Forbes Shire in the next 10 years!
  • Food Vans and Fireworks! - Food Vendors and Fireworks will be held from 6pm at Lions Park on Australia Day, this event will conclude with the annual Fireworks display off Battyes Bridge at 9pm! Come down to Lions Park with your family and friends and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of food options to choose from! BYO chair and picnic blanket. Please note there will be no official ceremony at this event.
  • Tie Dye - Tie Dye Workshop Tie Dye Workshops, T-Shirts provided or bring your own items! Thursday 23 January at the Youth and Community Centre. Session 1: 5-10 years 10:30am-12:00pm Session 2: 11-17 years 1:00pm-2:30pm Registrations are free but essential and can be completed by following this link: https://forms.office.com/r/FGKLhmqxsT Please note children must be school aged to attend this event and do not need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian, this is in line with Council's Child Safety Policy and Procedures. To view all December/January School Holiday Programs, please visit: Youth Programs | Forbes Shire Council