About us

Two local specialists, one store

Forbes Batteries keeps you powered with batteries, solar and vehicle fit-outs, and Forbes Communications keeps you connected as your local Telstra partner.

Mon–Fri 8.30am–5pm · Sat 8.30am–12pm · Sun Closed

Our departments

Two local teams, one store

Forbes Batteries

Batteries for almost anything, plus everything it takes to charge, convert and install power properly.

  • Off-grid solar products, kits and systems
  • Charging and power conversion products
  • Dual battery systems and kits for 4WDs
  • Power systems for caravans
  • Workshop installation into your vehicle or caravan
Shop batteries & power

Forbes Communications

Your local Telstra partner for phones, tablets and everything that keeps you connected.

  • Large range of mobile phones, tablets, wearables and accessories
  • Telstra plans to suit your needs
  • All the latest Telstra deals and promotions
  • Help with Telstra billing and service issues
  • New device setup, including copying data, email and cloud accounts
Explore communications
The front of the Forbes Batteries store on Archibald Street, Toowoomba

Family owned, locally run

Forbes is a family-owned Toowoomba business, staffed by people who live locally and use the gear they sell. Whether you need a new battery, a full dual battery setup, a Telstra plan or help with your new phone, you deal with the same faces every time.

No call centres, no scripts and no commissions pressure — just straightforward advice from a team that backs what it sells, all from our Archibald Street store.

10 Archibald St, Toowoomba, QLD 4350

How we work

What you get when you walk in

The same four things, whether you're buying a $150 battery or a full lithium caravan build.

Local workshop

Installs, testing and fault finding for cars and caravans, done here in Toowoomba by people who use this gear themselves.

Fitted properly

Correct fusing, cable sizing and mounting — no shortcut wiring that fails on the first rough road.

Best brands only

We only sell brands and equipment that are reliable and proven to work in Australian conditions.

Advice you can trust

We size the system to your fridge, your caravan and your travel, not to what's easiest to sell.

Come in and see us

Pop in for a battery test, a plan for your caravan build, or just a second opinion. No appointment needed.