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Forbes Shire Council: Plastic Free July is here. What plastic item will you give up or swap this month? Plastic Free July shares resources and ideas to help individuals, workplaces, schools, and communities re­duce single-use plastic waste every day at home, work, school, and even at your local café. Learn more about Plastic Free July here and pledge to refuse single-use plas­tics www.plasticfreejuly.org/

Visit Parkes Region: Unfortunately due to the weather Stargazing with Murriyang has been cancelled. But don’t worry, an­other night with the stars is taking place on Wednesday 8 July. Join CWAS at ‘Murri­yang’ CSIRO’s Parkes Radio Telescope (The Dish) for an unforgettable evening ex­ploring the night sky on Wednesday, 8 July 2026 from 5:30pm – 8pm at the CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope. This free familyfriendly winter event requires no bookings.

Galari River Arts Forbes Inc: Commu­nity drumming workshops are back. These workshops will get us ready for the River Arts Festival on Saturday, 8 August. Work­shops taking place at the Forbes Music Academy (Riley Street) the cost is free and will be held on Sundays at 2pm, 5 July, 12 July, 26 July and 2 August.

Parkes Shire Council: Parkes Shire Council has secured $231,885 through the NSW Government’s Regional Housing Strategic Planning Fund to progress plan­ning for the Harrowvale urban growth area.

With the potential to accommodate around 2,035 future dwellings. Read more: https://bit.ly/4f7QUgr

CanAssist Forbes Branch: As part of the CanAssist family, our branch is powered by local volunteers, donors and support­ers who believe no one should face can­cer alone. Together, we can help people in our community access the practical and fi­nancial support they need throughout their cancer journey. Every dollar raised stays local – Supporting people in our commu­nity when they need it most. Donate to our branch at https://bit.ly/3QgF8I5

Transport for NSW: Need a cheap & reli­able way to get around Parkes? Take the Bus! Western Road Liners provide services weekdays, looping back to the Town Bus Shelter on Church St. Western Road Lin­ers delivers dependable town bus services Parkes NSW locals use every day. The ser­vice runs from early morning to evening on weekdays. Helping you to get to work, the shops, and appointments with ease.