Fascinated by gold rush history and classic architecture? Like the thought of settling in historic Forbes? If you’re looking to build a new home in Forbes, you need to speak with G.J. Gardner Homes – Australia’s number 1 rated national home builder. When it comes to Forbes builders, you won’t be disappointed.
The G.J. Gardner Homes franchise covering Forbes is proudly owned and operated by Darren and Kylie Semmler. Darren and Kylie are Central West people who pride themselves on quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service. Whether you’re looking for a custom home, an off-the-plan design or a house and land package, Darren, Kylie and the team at G.J. Gardner Homes are your go-to Forbes builders. The team also provides advice on knockdown-rebuilds, investment properties and local building requirements. Very few Forbes builders offer what G.J. Gardner Homes does: 150+ customisable designs and a transparent fixed-price contract.
Forbes, which is 34-kilometres south of Parkes, is famous for its gold mining history and McFeeters Motor Museum (a large private collection of motor vehicles). The economy of Forbes is based on agriculture (beef, lamb, dairy, fruit, vegetables, wheat, wool, wine) and regional ecotourism. Residents enjoy access to a range of facilities, including a swimming pool (Forbes Olympic Pool), a public library, a large picnic area (Lake Forbes) and a golf course (Forbes Golf Club). Like Parkes, Forbes is ideal for outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, boating, birdwatching and trail walking. It’s no surprise that more people are searching for Forbes builders.
Transport
Forbes is accessible from Parkes (34-kilometres north) and West Wyalong (106-kilometres southwest) via the Newell Highway. NSW TrainLink runs a regular bus service between Orange and Parkes/Forbes/Condobolin.
Shopping
Forbes is home to Woolworths, Supa IGA, Target and a number of specialty shops.
Schools
Forbes has a number of quality primary and secondary schools, including Forbes Primary School, St Laurence’s Primary School, Forbes North Primary School, Bedgerebong Public School, Corinella Public School, Forbes High School and Red Bend Catholic College.
Interesting Facts about Forbes
The population of Forbes is 8,432 (2016 census figure).
According to Forbes builders and real estate sources, the median house price for Forbes is around $240,000.
Darren, Kylie and the dynamic team at G.J. Gardner Homes, exemplary Forbes builders – service Forbes and the following areas:
- Alectown
- Bedgerebong
- Bundabarrah
- Calarie
- Condobolin
- Coonabarabran
- Corradgery
- Daroobalgie
- Dubbo
- Eugowra
- Forbes
- Gilgandra
- Huntingdale
- Keswick
- Kyntire
- Macquarie View Estate
- Narromine
- Nyngan
- Ooma North
- Parkes
- Paytens Bridge
- Peak Hill
- Southlakes Estate
- Tomingley
- Trangie
- Trundle
- Warren
If you’re looking for experienced Forbes builders, please call the G.J. Gardner Homes team in Dubbo on 02 6882 4333.