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From the mayor’s desk

Oct 23 2025 Updated October 23, 2025

Forbes Advocate

Mayor Phyllis Miller and (from left) Cr Marg Duggan, Sandra Nicholson, Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance and Ray Nicholson at the National BBQ Championships.

By PHYLLIS MILLER OAM

FORBES MAYOR

What a weekend! The National BBQ Championships held right here in Forbes were nothing short of amazing.

Our town came alive with the mouth watering aromas of barbecues, the buzz of excited visitors and the fun Forbes spirit of our community was on full display.

From the moment the first BBQ was fired up, to the market stalls, live music and family friendly entertain...

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