A huge thank you to everyone who joined in for this special day on Wiradjuri Country.
Forbes Shire Council NAIDOC Celebrations 2025: Our community came together to celebrate NAIDOC Week with pride, respect, and unity. We kicked off the day with a powerful march from the South Circle Oval to the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre, followed by a moving traditional fire ceremony, flag raising, and vibrant cultural dances. The afternoon was filled with celebration – from the official ceremony, award presentations, and delicious BBQ, to hands-on cultural activities, arts and crafts, and interactive displays. Let’s continue to honour and celebrate the oldest living culture on Earth.
Inland Rail: Have you been keeping up with Inland Rail’s progress or would you like to know more about Australia’s largest infrastructure project? At Inland Rail, we need your feedback to make sure that what we say and do is meeting the needs and expectations of project communities. All we ask is 10 minutes of your time to complete the survey. Please type this link into your web browser https://survey-au.yoursurveynow.com/survey/selfserve/53b/2506202?list=0 Please complete this survey before Monday 14 July 2025.
Kerin Health: Calling all Parkes and Forbes families – don’t wait until summer, swimming lessons are available now with Kerin Health so book your child’s place today. Kerin Health have just released new classes for swimming lessons and now is your chance to grab a spot and keep the momentum going for your child’s swimming skills. Swimming lessons for term 3 will be held at the Forbes Indoor Heated Pool, commencing on 28 July, running for a six week term. Don’t miss out, follow the link to book now www.kerinhealth.com.au/swimming-lessons
Parkes Shire Council: Parkes Shire Council is proud to announce the two local groups awarded funding through the 2025 Cultural Grants Program.
• Parkes Community Arts $6,000 to expand their successful Who Is Parkes photographic trail
• Peak Hill Pastoral Agricultural & Horticultural Association $4,000 to deliver Crafting Connections creative workshops at the 120th Peak Hill Show
Since launching, Council’s Cultural Grants Program has provided almost $95,000 to support over 30 community-led cultural, musical and artistic initiatives across the Shire. To learn more about the program, visit: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au.
Cultural Grant Recipients pictured receiving their grants from Parkes Shire Council.