Forbes is looking amazing after it was announced as the winner of Tidy Town (Category C) award.
Forbes was awarded several wins and highly commended for its heritage, youth and community spirit. The honour reflects the town’s commitment to community pride and environmental excellence. Forbes has taken two wins and two Highly Commended awards in the 2025 Tidy Towns Sustainable Communities Awards in Parkes.
• Winner – Overall Tidy Towns (Population Category C: 5,001–12,000)
• Winner – Community Spirit and Inclusion award for the Welcome to Forbes events (population category C).
• Forbes Youth Action Team received Highly Commended in the 2025 Tidy Towns Young Legends (population category C).
• The Ben Hall Trial play was also awarded Highly Commended in the Heritage and Culture category.
The program celebrates the incredible councils, communities, schools, businesses, and individuals leading the charge for a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.
This achievement celebrates the amazing collaboration, creativity, and community pride that make Forbes such a special place to live, work, and visit.