PHOTOS: FARMPIX PHOTOGRAPHY

The water went up the Newell Highway towards Parkes as far as Bunnings.

Businesses in Johnson and Lachlan Streets surrounded by water.

Lake Forbes has swelled in size with the Johnny Woods Crossing, Apex Park and Grinstead Oval completely submerged. The Vampire aircraft is just visible.

The bowling greens turned into swimming pools at the Forbes Sport & Recreation Club.