As families prepare for the new school year, many parents work through the usual checklist: new shoes, new pencils, sticking labels on everything. But...

The NSW Government has tightened overseas driving licence conversion rules, requiring more drivers aged 25 and over to pass local tests before being...

The Anglican Parish of Parkes and Peak Hill will formally commission the Reverend Steve Cimarosti as its new minister at a special service on Saturday...

Central West Lachlan Landcare (CWLL) will welcome indigenous chef, Mindy Woods at the launch of Forbes’ first ever Crop Swap on Saturday, 21...

Are you new to Forbes? Forbes Shire Council invites you to connect with the community at the Welcome to Forbes Event on Thursday 19 February at The...

Madeline Swan, originally from Parkes but now residing in Forbes, is a first time mum, and after working in marketing for the last eight years, she...

Forbes Shire Council: Looking for fund­ing to support a project, event or initiative? The latest edition of our Grants Guide is out now. View guide...

The NSW Government is investing in Forbes’ water security as construction be­gins on a $7.6 million critical infrastructure project. The funding...

New advanced warning signs have been installed at rail level crossings aimed at improving road safety. The new signage is designed to reduce the risk...

The 1000th premises in Parkes recently upgraded to full fibre via nbn Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) and in Peak Hill more than 250 homes and businesses...