Events Declutter closets, dive into the pantry to care, share with people doing it tough New project calling for donations to meet community need Forbes Advocate > 23 hours ago
Events Holiday fun around Forbes Whether the kids are into art or sport there’s been something on this school holidays to keep them entertained. Here’s a few tips for connecting with events:Check the what’s on, on page 2 of the Forbes Advocate every week;Follow Forbes Youth Action... Mid West Media > 23 Jul 2025
Events What’s on in and around Forbes WORKING DOG AUCTIONFriday and Saturday, 18 and 19 JulyThe Forbes working dog club is back with its annual auction this weekend. The catalogue of dogs available is up now with two big days planned around the sale. Friday will see cattle, sheep... Mid West Media > 20 Jul 2025
Events Trundle Bush Tucker Day is heating up Trundle Bush Tucker Day 2025 is on Saturday, 6 September. Get your tickets now Mid West Media > 15 Jul 2025
Events What’s on in and around Forbes SPEED NETWORKINGThursday, 10 July 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. Registration is essential, it’s open online now through... Mid West Media > 13 Jul 2025
Events A very special welcome to Frost and Fire The combined dance group - Boganbilla Culturals and Forbes High School Nginhagu - performed at Frost and Fire. Troy Robinson led the smoking ceremony and gave the acknowledgement of the Galari peoples as a proud Wiradjuri man, before the group shared... Mid West Media > 06 Jul 2025
Events What’s on in and around Forbes FORBES COMMUNITY NAIDOC CELEBRATIONSFriday, 4 July From 12pm to 4pm at the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre gather together as a community to celebrate NAIDOC Day. A march will leave South Circle Oval at 12pm and will end at the Wiradjuri Dreaming... Mid West Media > 06 Jul 2025
Events A very special welcome to Frost and Fire The combined dance group - Boganbilla Culturals and Forbes High School Nginhagu - performed at Frost and Fire. Troy Robinson led the smoking ceremony and gave the acknowledgement of the Galari peoples as a proud Wiradjuri man, before the group shared... Mid West Media > 06 Jul 2025
Events What’s on in and around Forbes FORBES COMMUNITY NAIDOC CELEBRATIONSFriday, 4 July From 12pm to 4pm at the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre gather together as a community to celebrate NAIDOC Day. A march will leave South Circle Oval at 12pm and will end at the Wiradjuri Dreaming... Mid West Media > 06 Jul 2025
Events Fire show wows Frost and Fire crowd Flux Entertainment’s fire show was spectacular Mid West Media > 01 Jul 2025
Events Trial of Ben Hall back by popular demand The Trial of Ben Hall will be back by popular demand in August. May 2025 marked 160 years since the bushranger’s death and the Forbes Shire Council Heritage Advisory Committee was inspired to mark the occasion with the performance of a unique local... Mid West Media > 29 Jun 2025
Events Smiling faces of Frost and Fire People came from all over the region to Frost and Fire, rugging up and enjoying the delicious food on offer as well as incredible entertainment Mid West Media > 29 Jun 2025
Events Smiling faces of Frost and Fire 2025 Frost and Fire had something for everyone: from giant bubbles and a silent disco for the kids, and so many families were out to enjoy the incredible night. A few fans also took the chance to catch up with Frost and Fire ambassador and Bogan Gate’s... Mid West Media > 29 Jun 2025
Events Thank you, Forbes, community event CatholicCare Wilcannia-Forbes (CCWF) is inviting all community members and service providers from the town to its Thank You, Forbes Community Event on Wednesday July 2. The occasion is a small gesture of appreciation for all those the organisation... Mid West Media > 29 Jun 2025
Events Hundreds on way for soccer gala day Forbes District Soccer Club will host its Annual Youth Gala Day on Sunday 29 June, welcoming 85 teams and more than 180 games across 11 fields, with matches kicking off from 7.30am. A major highlight of the day will be the official opening of the new... Mid West Media > 29 Jun 2025
Events What’s on in and around Forbes PCS PRESENTS MARY POPPINSThursday to Sunday 26-29 JuneParkes Christian School’s newest production is Mary Poppins and it is shaping up to be a production not to miss. Evening shows will be held from 26 and 28 June with the matinee being held on June... Mid West Media > 29 Jun 2025
Events Dance the day away This big weekend of the 12-hour dance is here, with couples to step onto the dance floor from 10am Sunday 22 June. Organisers of the New Vogue and Social Dance Group’s extraordinary annual event are anticipating another wonderful weekend, with... Renee Powell > 22 Jun 2025
Events What’s on in and around Forbes HELP PROTECT YOUR CHILD ONLINEThursday, June 19The Council of Catholic School Parents (CCSP) together with the eSafety Commissioner is offering a free webinar called ‘Understanding and using parental controls to help protect your child online. You... Mid West Media > 29 Jun 2025
Events Make your plans for Frost and Fire One of the highly-anticipated nights on the calendar is here: Frost and Fire is this Saturday 21 June. Australian bands set to warm up the crowd include The Wolfe Brothers and Ripley Alexander. Regional talent including Baker Boys Band, Foxxy... Mid West Media > 22 Jun 2025
Events Young judges learn from Aspiring young judges will gather at Bedgerabong Showground on Wednesday 18 June to learn from the experts as we lead into the 2025 Show season. Experienced judges and industry leaders from all around our region will run workshops in judging fleece... Mid West Media > 15 Jun 2025
Events What’s on in and around Forbes MEN’S HEALTH CHECKSFriday 13 June, Saturday 14 JuneRotary is bringing the MHERV - the Men’s Health Education Rotary Van - to Forbes offering free health checks. If you don’t remember the last time you had a check up, then it’s time. They’ll check... Mid West Media > 15 Jun 2025
Events Mitchell Frost and Fire’s ambassador The comedian and digital creator from little ol’ Bogan Gate is coming home next weekend to be the official ambassador for the Frost and Fire festival in Forbes. And he’ll be bringing his quick wit and down-to-earth charm with him. Frost and Fire... Mid West Media > 22 Jun 2025
Events All systems go for 2025 Forbes Show Put Saturday 13 September in your diary, it’s the date of the 149th Forbes Show. Our volunteer show committee is at work, preparing another great day of family fun and entertainment. They’re locking in the entertainment and rides, readying the... Mid West Media > 15 Jun 2025
Events What’s on in and around Forbes MEN’S HEALTH CHECKSFriday 13 June, Saturday 14 JuneRotary is bringing the MHERV - the Men’s Health Education Rotary Van - to Forbes offering free health checks. If you don’t remember the last time you had a check up, then it’s time. They’ll check... Mid West Media > 15 Jun 2025
Events Young artists at forefront of Grenfell’s Henry Lawson Festival Shaping and showcasing the young artists of the future will be at the forefront of the 2025 Henry Lawson Festival of the Arts to be held in Grenfell from Thursday 5th to Monday 9th June 2025. President of the Henry Lawson Festival Committee, Belind... Mid West Media > 08 Jun 2025
