Politics and Government Future of regional news receives bipartisan political support MP calls for urgent action on implementation of News Media Assistance Program Forbes Advocate > 22 Sep 2025
News Major rail shutdown this weekend for crucial maintenance Essential rail maintenance and improvement works on the main railway line between Sydney and Melbourne, and Cootamundra and Parkes will be carried out by the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) this weekend. During the works, the railway line... Forbes Advocate > 21 Sep 2025
Events Just Ad Kids creative fun for aspiring young filmmakers Galari-River Arts Forbes is excited to announce “Just Ad Kids,“ a dynamic three-day workshop designed to teach children the art of film making. The “Just Ad Kids” program is a unique opportunity for young participants to dive into the world of medi... Forbes Advocate > 21 Sep 2025
Emergency Services Rescue ready: SES volunteers train on Wyangala A large-scale flood rescue training exercise has seen NSW State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers hone their skills on Wyangala Dam to ensure they remain ready to respond when the community calls. More than 30 volunteers from Cowra, Forbes, Parkes... Forbes Advocate > 21 Sep 2025
Police and Courts Two facing charges over $484,000 damage in rural break-in Two men are to face court over an alleged break and enter that has resulted in an estimated $484,000 in damage at Alectown earlier this year. Police launched an investigation in June. Police were told that a number of people broke into a grain... Forbes Advocate > 21 Sep 2025
Rugby Union Platypi power to double grand final triumph RUGBY UNION Forbes rugby union’s under 14s and under 16s are central west premiers! “Unreal” was how Forbes Rugby Union’s junior club president Dan Beard described the efforts of the two sides in two tough grand finals against Dubbo Roos... Forbes Advocate > 21 Sep 2025
Events What’s on in and around Forbes EUGOWRA SHOWSaturday, 20 SeptemberHead to Eugowra Showground for a fun-filled day for the whole family. While the Show Society is organising all your favourite attractions and events, now’s the time to plan your entries in the pavilion sections!... Forbes Advocate > 21 Sep 2025
Police and Courts Police seize knives, taser, copper wire Police have seized knives, a taser and a quantity of copper wire across two vehicle searches in Forbes. A Landcruiser stopped on Patterson Street on Wednesday, 10 September, has been seized, with police alleging it’s been involved in several... Forbes Advocate > 21 Sep 2025
Golf Early starters lead the way MEN’S GOLFBy SHORT PUTTGood weather beckoned the Forbes golfers to enjoy their golf on the weekend. The early dew soon dried away leaving the greens sandy and slightly slick and ensuring the early starters had the advantage to score well. The men’s... Forbes Advocate > 21 Sep 2025
Bowls Upset win in bowls minor fours BOWLSBy TARA SHAWMINOR FOURS There was an upset from the under dogs when Terry Molloy, Jax Murphy, Bobby Grant and Geoff Brown won their 2 point difference game against Phil Hocking, Tim Everest, Laurie Crouch and Jeff Nicholson. Team Brown started... Forbes Advocate > 21 Sep 2025
