What a fantastic weekend for our local business community. The Forbes Business Awards (BOSCARS) made a big comeback on Saturday night, returning after a seven year hiatus to celebrate the very best of local business. With more than 160 people in attendance, the event recognised excellence across 14 award categories and highlighted the innovation, diversity and dedication that make our local businesses so special. Congratulations to Jessica’s Essential Beauty on being named Business of the Year, and to all finalists and nominees.
It was a wonderful evening celebrating the people and businesses that continue to drive Forbes forward.
Our sporting community also had plenty to celebrate over the weekend. The Forbes Magpies First Grade side secured a home grand final after an extra-time win over CYMS on Sunday. They’ll be joined on grand final day by Reserve Grade, Under 18s and Senior League Tag, along with four junior league teams competing in their respective deciders. In rugby union, the Under 14 Platypi recorded an excellent grand final win over Mudgee, while in
soccer the Forbes Foxes narrowly missed a grand final berth, going down 1-0 to the Raptors in their preliminary final. Congratulations also to the Under 14 Boys Jones Family Farms team, who recorded a convincing victory in their grand final in Young.
We wish all of our teams the very best for the weeks ahead and congratulate every player, coach, volunteer and supporter on their efforts and flying the flag for Forbes.
As we head into spring, our events calendar is filling up fast. Grazing Down the Lachlan returns on Saturday 12 September, with limited tickets still available. The Forbes Show will celebrate a remarkable 150 years with a special two-day celebration on 11 and 12 September. Local talent and creativity will take centre stage at Street Dreams on Friday 25 September, from 5pm to 9pm in Victoria Park, before the Forbes Rodeo rounds out a busy month on Saturday 26 September.
For more information on these events, including ticket details and program information, visit Council’s website.
God Bless,
Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM