Sarelle Blow and Craig Dwyer make the most of the beautiful weather on an afternoon walk.
Forbes mother Phoebe Costello gets her sons Tom, George and Max out of the house for some fresh air and exercise.
Heather Davidson is determined to keep active and fit under the current restrictions.
Tina Bray: I work and walk around the lake a whole lot more than usual.
Tiarna Clathier: I’m going to exercise and I bought a colour-in book to keep me busy.
How long have you lived in or around Forbes and what do you like about living here? We moved here in 2016, into our fifth year in Forbes now. I love the lake, the family-oriented culture and small-town community.
What was your first job? I’m a chef by trade and worked in hospitality since leaving school, spending 10 years in the industry.
What makes you laugh the most? My own personal jokes, I laugh at myself a fair bit. My boys’ sense of humour makes me laugh and so does being with friends.
If money was no object, what would you do with your time? I’d probably travel the world.
Describe your dream holiday? The one I just had. I went to Prague, Dresden, Berlin as well as a friend’s wedding in Ireland. I enjoyed catching up with friends, eating great food, shopping and sightseeing.
What is a favourite childhood memory of yours? Family camping trips in the camper trailer, bonnet surfing on an old car, going to youth group and being silly with friends.
If you could live in any time or place, where and when would that be? I think God has got me right where he wants me right now, so I am happy to be where I am.
If you could share a meal with any three people, past or present, who would they be? Jesus, Bono from U2 and my husband.
How long have you lived in or around Forbes and what do you like about living here? Lived here for 40 years, more or less. I came out from Scotland in 1980. To begin with, I like farming and the town of Forbes with the lake is beautiful.
What was your first job? I was brought up on a farm in Scotland and worked on that farm in my teens with my father and brother until I bought my own farm.
What makes you laugh the most? Some things that I see on television makes me laugh but they aren’t supposed to be funny.
If money were no object, what would you do with your time? Well I’ve got no wish to go on a cruise ship. If I could make everything could go back to normal for everyone I’d be happy.
Describe your dream holiday? I’ve been back to Scotland a fair few times and I love going back there.
What is a favourite childhood memory of yours? Playing in the snow with my friends. We made our own fun back then.
If you could live in any time or place, where and when would that be? I enjoyed my teens thoroughly, so throughout the 50s in Scotland.
If you could share a meal with any three people, past or present, who would they be? Winston Churchill, to pick his brains, Scott Morrison and Neil Armstrong.
Police and Council staff at the CWLE ensuring the health and safety of the public.
Forbes Public School staff are modelling a safe social distance.
How long have you lived in or around Forbes and what do you like about living here? Nearly two years, I like babies in Forbes because they’re so cute.
What Year are you in? I’m in 1A and I go to Forbes Public.
What makes you laugh the most? Tickling.
What do you want to be when you grow up? A babysitter and a hairdresser.
Describe your dream holiday? Going to the beach.
What is your favourite game? Playing with baby sisters.
If you could live in any time or place, where and when would that be? At home, now.
If you could share a meal with any three people, past or present, who would they be? Layla, Bedelia and Ellie.
How long have you lived in or around Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Forbes for four years. I love the weather and the people. The community is active and there is usually so many events.
What was your first job? My first job was working in a cotton mill in Scotland.
What makes you laugh the most? People with a good sense of humour. The blokes I work with make me laugh constantly. I’m lucky.
If money was no object, what would you do with your time? If money were no object, I would take a trip around Australia.
Describe your dream holiday? My dream holiday would be to go on the Kidney rally.
What is a favourite childhood memory of yours? Holidays with Mum and Dad to the seaside in England.
If you could live in any time or place, where and when would that be? I think the 50’s and 60’s in Scotland.
If you could share a meal with any three people, past or present, who would they be? I would love to share a meal with Mum and Dad and my best mate Jeff Taylor.
Residents and staff alike joined the St. Patrick’s Day festivities at Jemalong Retirement Village on Tuesday.
Photo credit: Angela Hodges.
Barb Cowled.
Judy Prior.
Michael Moon.
Erla Britt.
Una Brown.
How long have you lived in or around Forbes and what do you like about living here? I was born and raised in Forbes and came back to live after 31 years away. I love the beauty of Forbes and the people.
What was your first job? I worked in the old Hawkes Radio and Electrix store.
What makes you laugh the most? The Coronavirus fear mongering and toilet paper “crisis”.
If money were no object, what would you do with your time? I would have a kangaroo sanctuary and organic farm.
Describe your dream holiday? My bucket list dream is to cruise Alaska and see the Northern Borealis.
What is a favourite childhood memory of yours? Being with my grandfather Teddy Tanks on our many adventures.
If you could live in any time or place, where and when would that be? Paris, 1955.
If you could share a meal with any three people, past or present, who would they be? My Grandmother, Ida Tanks, my Grandfather and my dear friend Vicky Wilson.
Geoff Chase: Those with depression can hide it outside the family, at home it’s a different story. Softly, softly-more nurturing and understanding the symptoms. Communication can break the isolation, talk to someone who has been through it.
Craig Semple: The biggest thing is empathy, understanding over pity. Ask them how you can support them, like giving them space or a hug, can give a sense of control. Don’t just assume you know what’s best.
Chris Wilson: Encourage getting help, don’t force, just support. It is an illness.