Public Exhibitions

Public Exhibitions include notifications about development consents and certificates, proposed developments, changes to Council meetings, release and/or sale of abandoned vehicles, intention to grant licence, and public exhibitions and consultations.

Listed below are the current items on public exhibition:

Public Exhibition

Document(s) 

Subject

Information

Draft Voluntary Planning Agreement - Edify Energy Pty Ltd (PDF 1.6MB) Draft Voluntary Planning Agreement - Edify Energy Pty Ltd In accordance with cl. 204(3) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021, Council places on public exhibition a proposed Voluntary Planning Agreement between Forbes Shire Council and Edify Energy for a $500,000 contribution from Edify Energy to Council towards projects identified in the Forbes Energy Action Plan. All submissions must be received in writing by Council, addressed to the General Manager, by 5:00pm on 25 July 2025. Either by email to forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au, via post: PO Box 333, Forbes NSW 2871 or at Council’s Administration Office at 2 Court Street, Forbes. For more information, please contact Forbes Shire Council’s Director Planning and Growth on 6850 2300. Please note that submissions may be made publicly available.
 Draft Voluntary Planning Agreement - Lawson Grains Pty Ltd (PDF 1MB)  Draft Voluntary Planning Agreement -Lawson Grains Pty Ltd In accordance with cl. 204(3) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021, Council places on public exhibition a proposed Voluntary Planning Agreement between Forbes Shire Council and Lawson Grains Pty Ltd for a contribution of up to $300,000 for improvements to the corner of Ballandene and Wirrinya Roads. All submissions must be received in writing by Council, addressed to the General Manager, by 5:00pm on 25 July 2025. Either by email to forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au, via post: PO Box 333, Forbes NSW 2871 or at Council’s Administration Office at 2 Court Street, Forbes. For more information, please contact Forbes Shire Council’s Director Planning and Growth on 6850 2300. Please note that submissions may be made publicly available.
Expression of Interest - Accommodation Development Opportunities in Forbes (PDF 419KB) Expression of Interest - Accommodation Development Opportunities in Forbes

Are you a developer with a vision for high-quality accommodation projects?

Forbes Shire Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced developers to deliver exciting new accommodation developments within the Forbes Visitor Information Centre precinct.

Two prime development sites with Newell Highway frontage are available:

  • Site 1 – Motel/Conference Centre: 2.31ha (approx.), southern end of Mary Street
  • Site 3 – Caravan/Holiday Park: 3.28ha (approx.), northern end of Mary Street

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of accommodation in Forbes, meeting growing demand from both business and leisure travellers. We welcome proposals that bring innovative ideas and proven expertise to enhance our region’s accommodation and hospitality offering.

EOI closes 30 June 2025

For more info contact Kath Garland on 0418 230 131 or Kylie Grayson on (02) 6850 2305

Submit your EOI now and be part of Forbes' next chapter!

15 May 2025 Council Agenda - Item 18  Proposed Amendment to 2024/25 Schedule of Fees and Charges: New Fee

In accordance with s.610F of the Local Government Act 1993 Council places on public exhibition the following proposed amendment to its 2024/25 Schedule of Fees and Charges:

New Fee: Indoor Pool Fees - Government/NDIS Rate: adult daily entry rate for each participant who is not already a pool member.

FORM - Nomination for appointment to committee (DOCX 53.3KB)

Aerodrome Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (PDF 764.3KB)

Events and Tourism Committee Terms of Reference (PDF 467.6KB)

Indoor Pool Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (PDF 248.3KB)

Olympic Pool Advisory Terms of Reference (PDF 388KB)

Saleyards Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (PDF 607.9KB)

Tree Committee Terms of Reference (PDF 576KB)

Community Representative Positions on Council's Committees 

Council is calling for nominations from suitably interested community representatives on all its Section 355 Advisory committees:

Committee

Position

Aerodrome Advisory Committee

3 x airport user representatives

Events and Tourism Committee

1 x motel representative (plus alternate)

Indoor Pool Advisory Committee

3 x members of the Forbes Indoor Pool

Olympic Pool Advisory Committee

2 x community user representatives

Saleyards Advisory Committee

1 x regional transport representative

Tree Committee

1 x special expert

To lodge a nomination, please complete the nomination form on the left. For further information, please contact Council’s Governance Officer on 6850 2300. 

Notification of Development Determinations Section 4.59 Report - Development Approvals Notice is given under the provisions of Section 4.59 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act that Forbes Shire Council has determined the following development applications, applications for modification of development consents and complying development certificate applications.
 2024-0116 DA Conflict of Interest Management Statement 2024-00116 DA Conflict of Interest Management Statement 2024-00116 DA Conflict of Interest Management Statement
2020-0073-4 812 Newell Hwy Forbes NSW 2871 Council wishes to advise that a Development Application has been placed on public exhibition for a period of 10 days from 17 June 2025 to 30 June 2025.  Notification Period Ends: 30 June 2025. The Planning Proposal can be viewed on Council’s website. All submissions must be received in writing by Council, addressed to the General Manager, by 5:00pm on 30 June 2025. Either by email to forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au, via post: PO Box 333, Forbes NSW 2871 or at Council’s Administration Office. For more information, please contact Forbes Shire Council’s Manager of Development and Planning on 6850 2300.
2025-0030  15 Federation Blvd  Council wishes to advise that a Development Application has been placed on public exhibition for a period of 10 days from 17 June 2025 to 30 June 2025.  Notification Period Ends: 30 June 2025. The Planning Proposal can be viewed on Council’s website. All submissions must be received in writing by Council, addressed to the General Manager, by 5:00pm on 30 June 2025. Either by email to forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au, via post: PO Box 333, Forbes NSW 2871 or at Council’s Administration Office. For more information, please contact Forbes Shire Council’s Manager of Development and Planning on 6850 2300.
2025-0031  20 Grenfell St  Council wishes to advise that a Development Application has been placed on public exhibition for a period of 10 days from 25 June 2025 to 8 July 2025.  Notification Period Ends: 8 July 2025. The Planning Proposal can be viewed on Council’s website. All submissions must be received in writing by Council, addressed to the General Manager, by 5:00pm on 8 July 2025. Either by email to forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au, via post: PO Box 333, Forbes NSW 2871 or at Council’s Administration Office. For more information, please contact Forbes Shire Council’s Manager of Development and Planning on 6850 2300.
2025-0033 16 Scenic Drive Council wishes to advise that a Development Application has been placed on public exhibition for a period of 10 days from 27 June 2025 to 10 July 2025.  Notification Period Ends: 10 July 2025. The Planning Proposal can be viewed on Council’s website. All submissions must be received in writing by Council, addressed to the General Manager, by 5:00pm on 10 July 2025. Either by email to forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au, via post: PO Box 333, Forbes NSW 2871 or at Council’s Administration Office. For more information, please contact Forbes Shire Council’s Manager of Development and Planning on 6850 2300.