News 
 Local News 
 News 
 General 

Local News

Committed to cause
02 Sep 10 | Two Forbes women have been honoured for their longstanding commitment to the Red Cross.
Recent rain brings river back to health
02 Sep 10 | It may not be on the same scale as the 1990 floods but forecasts of rain this weekend have some locals questioning whether the Lachlan may soon break its banks again.
Graduate enters noble profession
02 Sep 10 | Local paramedic Andrew Noble recently graduated from his training course with NSW Ambulance.
02 Sep 10 | The Forbes PA and H Association will undertake the task of judging six entrants in the 2010 Forbes Showgirl competition this Saturday.  | Not too late for showgirlsShow major success
31 Aug 10 | John Cobb emphatically won the seat of Calare at the recent Federal Election but a small online poll held by the Advocate was won by Paul Blanch...  | Comfortable win for CobbPolitical limbo
Reading down town
31 Aug 10 | Despite less than perfect weather last Thursday, Reading Down Town was a success in promoting the benefits of reading in early education.
Not too late for showgirls
31 Aug 10 | It is not too late for young Forbes women to enter the 2010 Forbes Showgirl competition, with judging held this Saturday.  | Calling all showgirlsShow major success
Local ladies complete rally
31 Aug 10 | Local women Judy Ruge and Carolyn Cornell have completed another Kidney Kar Rally despite some adverse driving conditions.
31 Aug 10 | Forbes Police have been forced to issue another warning to local car owners.  | Focus on crime prevention
26 Aug 10 | Juding at the NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show may be over, but the best part of the week is still to come ...
Motor bikes on display
26 Aug 10 | For motor bike enthusiasts, Saturday September 4 will be like Christmas, as Templar Street comes to life with the sounds of various two-wheeled machines...
26 Aug 10 | The significance of Daffodil Day won't be lost on the students at Forbes Learning Ladder ...
26 Aug 10 | Local business chamber members will have a behind-the-scenes sneak peak at how the Aussie Biscuit Factory prepares its famous biscuites ....
Lamb market runs hot
26 Aug 10 | With prices breaking records across the state, local agent Bill Dunn believes Forbes Midstate Saleyards can top the lamb market again ...
Meals on Wheels volunteers in spotlight
24 Aug 10 | Wednesday is National Meals on Wheels Day.
Comfortable win for Cobb
21 Aug 10 | Cobb retains Calare as the nation awaits the prospect of a hung parliament.  | CommentsComments (1)
19 Aug 10 | Children's book author Ingrid Jonach will be making a special appearance in Forbes ...
19 Aug 10 | Forbes High School Hall turned the spotlight on drama last week as the year 11 drama class hosted a performance night ...
19 Aug 10 | Coffee and cake are high on the agenda tonight (Thursday) for anyone interested in entering the Showgirl Competition...
19 Aug 10 | The success of a monster garage sale means only one thing - monster sized gratitude for those who supported it...
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5  |  next >

Most popular articles

04 Sep 10 | Tomorrow, When The War Began is now showing. Have you seen it yet? Did you like it? Are you are fan of the John Marsden books? If so, did the casting and the Hunter Region backdrops work for you? Read the Newcastle Herald's review and share your thoughts with other moviegoers.



Forbes Advocate







Weather brought to you by:

Weatherzone

Navigate

Classifieds

More Ways to Read

Front Page

Current Issue
Privacy Policy | Conditions of Use | Advertising Terms | Copyright © 2010. Fairfax Media.
 SEND...
 SAVE...
 SHARE...