Thanks to all those who supported the annual Parkes Action Club Parade and Carnival.
Entertainment was fantastic with the Parkes Town Band, School of Dance, Parkes Dance School and Easygoin.
Despite the heat everyone had a great time in the cool of Cooke Park.
Members of the Rotary Club of Forbes Ipomoea would like to thank the Forbes Community for once again supporting our annual Christmas Tree Festival.
Several people commented that this annual Festival is a great way to commence the Christmas Season in Forbes.
All of the money raised will be given to Havannah House Ministries. A massive thank you to everyone who go involved.
The final Parkes Christian School MADD Night of 2025 was chaotic and fun.
As usual, there were some great groups in bands, duets and trios.
Even art took the stage this year, with some awesome upcycled and wearable art.
Forbes High School recently had the pleasure of welcoming Year 6 students from various primary schools for Year 7 Transition.
This was a fantastic opportunity for them to explore our school over three days and prepare for their exciting journey into high school.
Staff and students are eagerly looking forward to welcoming the new Year 7 students to Forbes High next year.
Forbes Shire Council thanks the hundreds of representatives from the Forbes community, who joined the White Ribbon Day march and service.
Your attendance sends a powerful message: that together, we stand against violence in all its forms.
Thank you for showing up, speaking up, and walking with purpose.
October was breast cancer awareness month and all branches of the CWCU were busy raising funds.
Donations were made to CanAssist Parkes and CanAssist Forbes and Cancer Action Group (Cowra).
Thank you to all members and staff for making October a month to remember.
Mayor Neil Westcott and Councillor George Pratt joined the Parkes community to commemorate Remembrance Day alongside the Returned and Services League of Australia, Parkes Sub-Branch.
Students from our local schools took part in the service, reading the names of the fallen – a powerful reminder of the sacrifice made by so many.
There was a pause to honour all who have fallen and those who served to protect the freedoms we enjoy today. Lest we forget.
Our Stage 2 students had a fabulous morning exploring all things astronomy at The Dish.
Captivated by the incredible technology and discoveries that help us learn more about our universe.
This hands-on experience tied in beautifully with Stage 2’s Literacy and Science units this term.
Baptism Sunday’s are the best.
What a brilliant day, Praise the Lord.
A number of members took the next step in their faith journey.
What a blast we had at the Teddy Bears Picnic.
Church members gathered for a fellowship BBQ at Jess and James’ place.
Animal service on the lawn followed by a morning tea.