Opening time of the CanAssist shop for winter is 9.30am Tuesday to Saturday.
CanAssist Parkes: CanAssist at Parkes secured a grant from Northparkes Community Investment Program to purchase two scissor lift trolleys. CanAssist is a community organisation that provides financial assistance to cancer patients within the Parkes Shire for travel, accommodation and other travel related expenses, funding this support by operating a second hand shop, managed and staffed by volunteers who sort, organise and prepare donated items for sale. The two trolleys will facilitate the moving of heavier stock and enhance safety by reducing physical strain and risk of injury while improving efficiency.
Forbes Family History Group Inc: Have you been thinking about diving into your family history research? Now is the perfect time to start! Membership renewals are coming up on 1 July, and you can join the Forbes Family Histroy Group for just $35. Becoming a member gives you access to incredible resources and a supportive community, all designed to help you uncover your ancestors’ fascinating stories. Located in Harold St, behind the Library in Forbes.
PCYC Parkes: Book a Safer Drivers Course this month on 28 June. Get 20 hours off your log book and be a step closer to your P-plates. In just 5 hours, get 20 hours off your log book and learn how to recognise hazards, identify safe gaps in traffic, and reduce crash risk. Fully funded spots are available for the Parkes Course but you must email the club at parkes@pcycnsw.org.au for voucher number to use this offer. Book now!
Volunteers Morning Tea: Calling all volunteers in our community. Come along to Apex Caravan Park on 30 June and let us say thanks. RSVP essential by Wednesday 25 June to Council on 6850 2300 or by email to community@forbes.nsw.gov.au
Landcare Australia: Introducing the first ever Landcare Short Film Festival. Are you a filmmaker, student, community group, or storyteller with a passion for the environment? This is your chance to shine a light on the incredible landcare work happening across Australia. The inaugural Landcare Short Film Festival will premiere at the 2025 National Landcare Conference on the Gold Coast. Submissions are now open and close on 1 August 2025. Find out more: https://ow.ly/m5uZ50W5hZG
Calling all filmmakers with a passion for landcare!