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Official Parkes High School: Year 10 students Charlotte and Savannah, will be volunteering all this week with the Parkes Show Committee in the lead up to the Parkes Show next week. The girls will be assisting with administration in the Show Office located at the Parkes Show Ground. A reminder that school hours on Tuesday 1 September will be 9am – 12pm for the gazetted half day.

Nedd’s Uncomfortable Challenge: Nedd’s Uncomfortable Challenge is back. Complete an uncomfortable activity every day, for 10 days in a row between 19 – 28 October to raise funds for We Are Mobilise, for those experiencing homelessness in Australia. It doesn’t have to be running – It can be anything but it has to be a challenge that makes you feel uncomfortable – that’s Sign up today at: www.neddsuncomfortablechallenge.com/register/challenge-2026

Street Dreams 2026: Street Dreams Festival is back in Forbes on Friday 25 September, bringing a wave of creativity, light and entertainment to the heart of town. Experience a brand-new live music stage, interactive light installations and an expanded program of underwater-inspired activities across Harold Street, Court Street and Victoria Park. Best of all, it’s free!

BlazeAid Grants 2026: Are you a farmer looking to improve your bushfire preparedness? BlazeAid’s All Fired Up Grants are now available, providing funding support for Private Fire Fighting Unit upgrades, including pumps, water tanks, hoses, radios, PPE and more. Applications open: 1 September 2026. Learn more: www.blazeaid.com.au or email afu@blazeaid.com.au

Parkes Elvis Festival: We’re excited to invite volunteers to be part of the team behind the magic of the 2027 Parkes Elvis Festival. Volunteers are the heart of the Parkes Elvis Festival, and we are incredibly grateful for the dedication, passion and generosity they share year after year. We simply couldn’t do it without them. To join our festival family, visit: bit.ly/ElvisVolunteer

Stop. Think. Protect: Scams Awareness Week runs from 24 to 28 August. Whether it’s fake emails, unexpected phone calls or online schemes, scammers always find new ways to gain your trust and steal your money or personal information. For simple steps on how to stay safe, visit: www.scamwatch.gov.au/stop-check-protect

Forbes Show: Whether you were crowned recently or many years ago, we would love to see you as we mark a wonderful milestone, celebrating the 150th Forbes Show. So many amazing women have been part of our Show’s history over the years. You are warmly invited to join us at the 150th Forbes Show on: Friday 11 September and Saturday 12 September.