Robyn Kenny

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? My husband Terry and I moved here from Orange 43 years ago. I love being able to collect my mail at the Post Office each day and seeing the people I know there. I also love living in Lower Bathurst Street and like admiring the magnificent historic Forbes buildings.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I operate a general freight transport business with my husband and also work part time for the Australian Wool Testing Authority based at Jemalong Wool Forbes. I like to see happy customers, and also the satisfaction of doing a good quality job.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I love to spend time with family and grandchildren and also coach netball and umpire. I also love to knit… I have been a knitting freak since I was a teenager.

What are you really good at? People would probably say… talking. I have been told I am a good fundraiser for community groups. They say I can sell anything to raise money for a good cause. I could even sell ice to Eskimos.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? There are so many things that need fixing in this world but if we could all have good health, we could probably tackle most things.

What is your pet hate? Definitely dishonesty, in all forms.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. I am not a very good holiday person so I don’t have many but probably our trip to the Flinders Rangers many years ago.

Murray Field

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I lived in Bedgerabong for my first 17 years and have lived in Forbes ever since. Forbes is a quiet and peaceful town with a friendly atmosphere and plenty of caring people. It is also good to get anywhere in town in a few minutes.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I am retired. What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? Gardening, walking my dog, spending time with my wife and grandchildren.

What are you really good at? I am ok with numbers and can get along with most people quite easily.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? The power to rid the world of power hungry people.

What is your pet hate? Bad mannered and aggressive drivers.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. I have just returned from four weeks with my wife touring the Scottish Highlands, Croatia and Lake Como in Northern Italy and it was as good as any holiday I have had.

Chris Baker

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Forbes since 2008. It’s a fantastic place to live and raise a family with great people and fantastic community spirit.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I work at Baker Ag Advantage as an agronomist. I enjoy the challenge of running a small business and I get a lot of satisfaction working with innovative and progressive farmers. My wife and I also have a mixed farming business near Trundle.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I enjoy spending time at home with my family and I try to grab every opportunity to drop a line in the mighty Lachlan River.

What are you really good at? Watching footy! Two premierships in two weeks (Trundle Boomers and The Platypi), how good is that!

If you could have a super power, what would it be? The ability to make it rain…

What is your pet hate? People who are consistently late.

Tell us about your best holiday ever? We recently went to Noosa and I don’t think there is anywhere in Australia that beats that. Nice beaches and great weather!

Tiff Nicholson

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Forbes for just over 20 years. I like living in Forbes as it’s such a pretty town with a great community.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I work at Red Bend Catholic College. I can honestly say that I love my job!

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? Unwind! What is that?

What are you really good at? Mmm, where to start! Maybe the question should be, “What am I not good at?” – cooking dinner, ask Hallie!

If you could have a super power, what would it be? To be invisible (only for a few hours a day)!

What is your pet hate? People that drive under the speed limit on a morning when I’m trying to get to work!

Tell us about your best holiday ever. My best holiday would have to be the Gold Coast.

Shannon Markwort

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Forbes all my life; it’s a nice little town.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I work for Glen Markwort House Removals in Forbes. What I love about it is you don’t work in the same office every day.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? On a weekday after work I go to see my kids when I get a chance or I stay at home and do the jobs that no one likes to do.

What are you really good at? A lot of things like working with my hands.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? I wouldn’t know it’s too hard to choose.

What is your pet hate? Lazy people.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. My best holiday was to the Gold Coast.

Paul Faulkner

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I moved to Corinella from Campbelltown in 1991, and then into Forbes in 2001. I really enjoy the genuine friendships my family and I have been fortunate to form since then.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? The best small school in the world – Bedgerabong Public School. Great kids, great community and great staff.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? Love to watch the rugby league on the weekends in winter, drop a line in summer and those that know me might say I’m partial to a drink or seven all year round.

What are you really good at? Procrastinating.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? To bring back the Bears!

What is your pet hate? When people speed up on overtaking lanes on the highway.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. Way back when the kids were young we did plenty of road trips and camping and I think our Fraser Island road / camping trip stands out the most. Slow pace, plenty of great places to explore and fish.

Kate Small

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I attended primary school here but it never felt like home until now. I love it here!

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work? I’m an advertising executive with the Forbes Phoenix, and I think it’s my dream job! I work with amazing people and chat to locals all day!

What do you do to unwind after work and on weekends? Enjoy a glass of wine with family to unwind after work. On Saturdays, I can usually be found supporting the Forbes Platypi.

What are you really good at? Singing! Or so I have been told. I love to sing anywhere anytime!

If you could have a super power, what would it be? To fly!

What is your pet hate? I don’t like unmotivated people. If you are able to do something with your life – do it, because there are others that can’t.

What was your best holiday ever? Visiting Malaysia with my family. My mother was born there and my uncle buried there so it was wonderful to see the country and its people.