Chandra and his team from Green Microbes, Forbes, changed their workplace for the morning to volunteer and help with some much needed jobs at the garden.

Need some flowers or fruit and vegetables? Pop down to 59-71 Reymond St, Forbes and check out whats avaliable. Freshly picked for you. Open Mon­day to Friday 9am-11am and Saturday 9am-12pm.

Save the date – Craig Castree will be the guest of the Forbes Riverside Community Garden over the weekend of the 25 and 26 July and will be presenting workshops.

Keast Park was bursting with colour, energy and community spirit as families, kids and local organisations came together for an unforgettable afternoon of fun and wellbeing.

From rainbow powder flying through the air to huge smiles at every turn, the day was a celebration of connection, healthy living and community pride.

Healthy Harold’s Parkes Festival of Health brings together families and local health services to con­nect in an accessible, community-led setting.

What a morning for the inaugural Breakfast with the Birds event at Gum Swamp. With attendees aged from 2 to 92 and from as far away as Ariah Park!

Huge thanks to the guest experts on all things plants and birds – Mikla and Chaddy – and of course to partners Central West Local Land Services.

The event was fully booked – sorry to those who missed out. If you are keen to attend next time just shoot us an email at tourism@forbes.nsw.gov.au

Last Friday, Forbes High School participated in Do It For Dolly Day to raise awareness about bullying and promote kindness and inclusion. Students and staff wore a touch of blue to show support, and held a bake sale.

Throughout the day, students participated in engaging activities both in the classroom and out in the playground. Forbes High School honoured Dolly’s legacy by sharing her powerful message: “Be kind and speak, even if your voice shakes.” Thank you to everyone who contributed.

In what can only be described as a resounding success, a fantastic crowd travelled from across the Central West and beyond for the Trundle ABBA Festival.

From young families to the young at heart, festivalgoers embraced the spirit of the occasion, stepping out in daz­zling disco outfits they wouldn’t dare wear anywhere else.

The Trundle ABBA Festival will return on Saturday, 1 May 2027 – so mark your calendars, start planning your outfits and get ready to do it all again.

The Avadale Community Hall ladies catered for our Parkes Antique Motor Club High Tea on Sunday 19 April.

Sandwiches, scones, hot finger food and scrumptious homemade slices along with tea and coffee, were enjoyed by all.

The mural designed and painted by the local community is amazing and is an absolite must see.

Sunday’s Easter service and egg hunt at Cooke Park was amazing.

A huge thank you to all who helped make this such a key event on our calendar.

It is such a joy to be able to share the love of Jesus in a real and practical way.

Trundle Children’s Centre’s first Easter disco was great fun with games, dancing, hair braiding, and chocolate.

We loved seeing so many of our primary school friends.

Thank you to the Trundle Golf Club for supporting the event and to all the wonderful helpers.

Red Bend Catholic College Mountain Bike Team had a fantastic week at Thredbo. Early in March. The weather brought plenty of mud, but it certainly added to the adventure.

The boys competed in their events, recorded some great times, had a lot of fun, built confidence on the mountain, and enjoyed the experience of riding together as a team.

Mrs Tandy joined in – fitting in a few fun runs down the mountain herself. A big shout out to the parents who went along and helped throughout the week, making the trip possible.