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Trackside at the Forbes Cup

The sun came out for Forbes Cup day, drawing crowds to the local race course for the annual Sunday meeting. Bankstown Sports Club celebrated a milestone on the day, 30 years since they initiated their connection to and support of Forbes Jockey Club...

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17 hours ago

Rugby League

Magpies set to the defend nest

Forbes Magpies take on Wellington Cowboys at Spooner Oval Sunday

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07 Aug 2025

Events

Forbes hosts firefighter championships

It’s all happening at Stephan Field Saturday and Sunday

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06 Aug 2025

Council

Museum ready to rebuild

Repairs and upgrades on Eugowra’s home of history are set to begin. Cabonne Council has awarded the tender for major refurbishment of the flood-devastated Eugowra historic museum and bushranger centre, which has been closed since the November 2022...

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03 Aug 2025

Events

Get your entries ready, show season’s here

Show season is just about to begin with Bedgerabong Show just two weeks away and it’s time to plan and prepare those entries. Have you crafted a fire bucket? Is your dog good at jumping heights? Perhaps you’ve finished a quilt, taken a great...

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03 Aug 2025

Rugby League

Eugowra Eagles home in final Woodbridge Cup round

Eugowra’s Golden Eagles kick off the final round of the regular Woodbridge Cup season at home this Sunday. Eugowra hosts Molong and the day kicks off with the league tag scheduled for 12.40pm. The Geagles hold fourth place on the ladder after...

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03 Aug 2025

Council

Slow down on Gordon Duff Drive

Speed “cushions” are to be installed and a 30km an hour speed limit is proposed for Gordon Duff Drive as more people walk and play in our beautiful Lake Forbes surrounds. While formal approval is pending, a new, lower speed limit has been recommended...

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03 Aug 2025

Horse Racing

We’re ready to race

RACINGNew Forbes trainer Melissa Harrison is looking forward to her first Cup meeting on her home track, nominating eight horses for what promises to be a great day of racing. The 2025 Forbes Cup is this Sunday, 2 August, and while final acceptances...

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03 Aug 2025

Council

Pool relining under way, park options put to community

Eugowra’s pool is being relined and amenities upgraded as flood repairs in the community progress. The upgrades, including hot showers, should be ready in time for the pool to reopen for Summer, locals heard at a community opening of the Eugowr...

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03 Aug 2025

Business

Undercover Sleepwear and Lingerie on market

One of Forbes’ well established and unique businesses is on the market, offering an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for retail, fashion and community connection. Undercover Sleepwear and Lingerie, founded 24 years ago by local...

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03 Aug 2025