Forbes is situated on the banks of the Lachlan River and is fast becoming a must see tourist destination as well as an increasingly popular hometown for many families. Located in the centre of the Newell Highway, Forbes has long been a frequent tourist destination for travellers, offering plenty of things to do and see as well as a range of quality and affordable accommodation. While renowned for its rich agricultural industry, Forbes is also known for its colorful history and breathtaking landscape, as well as its steady economic development and community focus. With many services available including banking, automotive care, real estate and quality medical care its clear to see why Forbes is an easy choice for the travelling community and fami-lies alike. Quality lifestyle, community focused and family oriented are just some of the qualities you can expect to find in Forbes, along with a proud history and historical past. Let the friendly locals help you decide how to spend your stay by visiting one of the many tourist points in town. With a wide range of parks, trails and leisurely activities, you can do as much or as little as you like. As well as offering a deli-cious range of eateries and restaurants, Forbes also boasts a range of boutique shops and specialty stores. Whatever you're looking for, you’ll find it in Forbes!

For further enquiries or to order a copy of the Forbes

Visitor Guide, please phone Forbes Shire Council on

6850 2300 or email forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au or also

visit the Forbes Railway Arts & Tourist Information

Centre, Union Street, Forbes.

FIND IT IN FORBES!

REGULAR EVENTS

JAN Jazz Festival, Flatlands Hang Gliding Championships, Australia Day Celebrations FEB Bedgerebong Picnic races MAR Seniors week celebrations, Youth week celebrations APRIL Camel Races, Easter Bowls Carnival, Greyhound Meeting, Anzac Day, Diggers Harness Race Meeting, Austins Over Australia MAY Heritage Festival, Boutique Forbes Girls Day out, Ben Hall Festival JUL Forbes Eisteddfod AUG Forbes Cup Race Meeting, Bedgerebong Show, NSW Small Winemakers Show SEP Lachlan Kalari River Arts Festival OCT Bedgerebong Country Music Campout, Race Meeting, Annual Recycled Fabric Quilt Show, Forbes Motor Show, National BBQ Championships DEC Carols by Candlelight, Christmas Carnival THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND FORBES SHIRE

McFeeters Motor Museum —Open 7 days 10am-5pm.

Gum Swamp Bird Hide

Heritage Trail Ben Hall Experience —Shooting site, grave

Superbee retail outlet and café Aussie Biscuit Factory

Lake Forbes—4.8km of walkways, BBQ & Picnic Areas, playground & exercise equipment

Aboriginal Dreaming Centre

Railway Arts & Tourist Information Centre

Skate Park

Forbes Town Pool Victoria Park

Tracing Ben Hall Drive Tour Forbes Golf Club

Utes in the Paddock Weddin Mountains National Park