Forbes Australia

Forbes is a town situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, Australia. It can be found along the Newell Highway, positioned between Parkes and West Wyalong. According to the 2016 census, the population of Forbes stood at 8,432 residents. The town is likely named after Sir Francis Forbes, who was the first Chief Justice of New South Wales. Nestled by the banks of the Lachlan River, Forbes is elevated at 245 metres (804 ft) above sea level and is approximately 380 kilometres (240 mi) to the west of Sydney. The area is known for its agricultural activities, particularly the cultivation of wheat and other similar crops. Nearby towns and localities include Calarie, Parkes, Bedgerebong, Bundabarrah, Corradgery, Daroobalgie, Eugowra, Ooma North, and Paytens Bridge. It's important to note that Forbes experiences a pattern of flooding, which typically occurs significantly every seven years, with notable flooding events recorded in 2016.

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Breguet's 250th party rolls on with a flying tourbillon and starry dial

1 day ago | forbes.com.au | Samuel Hussey |Anthony DeMarco

Breguet adds the Sidéral 7255 to its growing anniversary lineup - a flying tourbillon with no visible drive and a dial that looks like deep space. Released on June 26, the same date Abraham-Louis Breguet patented the original tourbillon in 1801, the new reference is limited to 50 numbered pieces, so good luck getting your hands on one. The Sidéral sits alongside three earlier commemorative models launched this year - the Souscription, the Seconde Rétrograde, and the updated Type XX chronograph.
Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sánchez and celebrity guests arrive in Venice ahead of wedding

2 days ago | forbes.com.au | Conor Murray |Antonio Pequeño IV |Suzanne Rowan Kelleher

Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos and bride-to-be Lauren Sánchez have arrived in Venice, Italy, ahead of their extravagant-and controversial-wedding, as have many of their guests, including billionaire Barry Diller, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, and Kris Jenner's partner Corey Gamble. Key Facts Bezos and Sánchez were photographed stepping off a boat in Venice on Wednesday afternoon ahead of their multi-day wedding celebration, and they later arrived at the city's Aman Hotel, People reported.
Here are the countries winning and losing wealthy residents

3 days ago | forbes.com.au | Suzanne Rowan Kelleher |Sylvan Lebrun |Monica Hunter-Hart |Chase Peterson-Withorn

The largest voluntary transfer of private capital in modern history is underway, according to a new report on wealth migration-with the United Arab Emirates and U.S. gaining ground and the United Kingdom and China losing big.
Iran and Israel exchange fire after U.S. strikes Iranian nuclear facilities

5 days ago | forbes.com.au | Zachary Folk |Antonio Pequeño IV |Sara Dorn |Kyle Khan-Mullins

Iran and Israel exchanged strikes Sunday, with the continued attacks between the two countries coming hours after the U.S. military struck three Iranian nuclear facilities in what officials are calling a "precision strike" against the nation's nuclear capabilities.
The safest countries in the world, per 2025 Global Peace Index

6 days ago | forbes.com.au | Alex Ledsom |Antonio Pequeño IV |Laura Begley Bloom

Discover the safest countries in the world for 2025, as ranked by the Global Peace Index. From Iceland to Switzerland, these peaceful destinations promise security and serenity. With the political landscape as volatile as it is, it's beneficial to know how safe your travel destination is. Every year, the Institute for Economics and Peace publishes its Global Peace Index, a comprehensive analysis of the world's safety.
Jeff Bezos' wedding is next week-Here's what we know as ceremony is under wraps

6 days ago | forbes.com.au | Antonio Pequeño IV |Grace Chung |Phoebe Liu

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and former journalist Lauren Sánchez will reportedly get hitched next week in what is expected to be an opulent and controversial ceremony hosted in Venice, Italy, reportedly costing millions of dollars and mostly kept under wraps.
Why now is the time to visit India, a bucket list travel destination

6 days ago | forbes.com.au | Larry Olmsted |Shivaune Field |Chase Peterson-Withorn |Mary Whitfill Roeloffs

Visiting India offers a vibrant mix of culture, history, cuisine, and spirituality, with diverse landscapes from Himalayan peaks to tropical beaches and bustling cities.
How pay.com.au turned loyalty into a $300 million business

6 days ago | forbes.com.au | Josh Lai |Mark Whittaker |Shivaune Field

As loyalty programs surge in popularity across Australia, one fintech start-up is helping businesses tap into the benefits. Pay.com.au is turning everyday expenses into airline points and premium perks - and has just banked $18 million to prepare for its expansion into the US. Few countries embrace loyalty programs quite like Australia.
The family that beat billionaires to the top of the bridge

1 week ago | forbes.com.au | Mark Whittaker |Suzanne Rowan Kelleher |Shivaune Field |Anastasia Santoreneos

Scenic World and the Hammon family took on some of Australia's wealthiest and won. Here's how they grabbed the keys to BridgeClimb - and what they did next. When Anthea Hammon declared she wanted to be a mechanical engineer, her older brother David felt an enormous weight lift. He was off the hook.
Want to live your best life? These are the world's 10 most liveable cities in 2025

1 week ago | forbes.com.au | Shivaune Field |Chase Peterson-Withorn |Mary Whitfill Roeloffs |Anastasia Santoreneos

A shake-up at the top of the Global Liveability Index has knocked Vienna off its perch - while three Australian capital cities have made the cut in the world's top ten list. It is home to 1.4 million people, sports 382 kilometres of bike lanes, will be 80 per cent carbon neutral next year, and is led by a Tasmanian-born, Danish-living Queen.