Every compatible mobile phone will receive an alert as part of a national emergency test called AusAlert

Forbes unit volunteers worked into Wednesday night and through Thursday

Local members receive Premier's Citation

Police are investigating the cause of a crash near Forbes after a car hit a tree, killing the driver

Scott Baker from Parkes has been awarded a Commissioner's Commendation for his life-saving actions last year

Forbes will also be the venue for a new high clearance vehicle, to be delivered in coming months.