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Our Bloke – Dane Millerd

March 3, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Dane Millerd

How long have you lived in or around Forbes?
I’ve lived in Forbes now for three years, and I’m enjoying it more and more each and every day.

What do you do for work?
I work as a multimedia specialist. I write scripts, and work ads, logos and websites. I also do graphic design and PR. I also help with Start Fast Productions.

What do you enjoy about living in Forbes?
I love the freedom about living in Forbes.

What would your dream holiday be?
I would love to go to a ‘Carnivale’ in Brazil. Holidays there are cheap, the people are passionate, and it would be a great, fun, carefree party atmosphere.

Question of the Week

February 29, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

How are you planning to spend the last two weeks of Summer?

Judy Prior – I am heading to Fiji so I will be getting my bags packed and preparing for my holiday.

Joy Russell – My son is getting married at the end of February so I am getting ready for the wedding and looking forward to catching up with the family

Allison Hearn – Just trying to keep cool, plan my next overseas trip and make sure my travelling buddy doesn’t break her leg again and we have to cancel the holiday.

Our Gal – Bree Roylance

February 25, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Bree Roylance

How long have you lived in or around Forbes? I have lived here all of my life except for a couple of years when I was a teenager. I lived in Melbourne then.

Where do you work? I work at Roylance’s Auto One in Forbes.

What do you love most about working at Auto One? We have a really good team environment here, and all the staff get along really well. The customers are friendly, and we get a lot of travellers coming through as well. You get to learn about them and their travels.

How do you start your day? I get up early, go for a walk, then make myself a cuppa, and get the kids ready for school.

What do you do in your spare time? Justin and I race jet boats on Lake Forbes, and we really enjoy doing that. Otherwise I like spending time with the kids and going camping.

How do you like your coffee? I like it white with one sugar, and double shot if it’s a cappuccino.

What makes your day? I love seeing my kids happy and listening to their stories.

Our Bloke – Nick Field

February 18, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Nick Field

How long have you lived in or around Forbes?
I’ve lived here on and off for 30 years.

What do you do for work?
I’m self employed at Hazell & Field Accountants and Advisors in Forbes.

What do you do in your spare time?
I chase my 3 kids around, am involved in the triathlon and run a small farm.

What makes your day?
I love coming home at the end of a tough day to a happy and smiling family. Nothing beats that.

Where would your dream holiday be to?
A van tour of the US with the family!

House For Sale

February 18, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Are you looking for a home with nothing to be done? Do you need space for the kids of all ages?

This is the home for you. It is the perfect family home, to suit all ages. It is set on three and a half acres, perfectly positioned to enjoy rural living but only minutes from town. It is an entertainers dream with 3 entertaining areas and salt water in ground pool, to cool down in the hot summer.

There are five well sized bedrooms, four with built ins and ensuite to main. The fifth bedroom could be made into an office or teens retreat with own entrance. The large main bathroom boasts a corner spa to enjoy after a long day at work.

Large well designed kitchen and main living area. The kitchen boasts a double wall oven and a large area to cook up a feast. Heating and cooling is not an issue in the home. Winter is covered with Under Slab floor heating, reverse cycle air conditioning and a large wood fire in the main living area.

In summer you will be kept comfortable with reverse cycle ducted air conditioning. The kids will be sorted with their own lounge/rumpus room and a cubby house in the large back yard which is secure and fenced off.

With the inside taken care of, the outside also has lots to offer. There is a two car garage with internal access at the front of the home. Around the back is every man’s dream- a six car garage with workshop space, and three phase power- perfect to make a man’s cave!

The outside has had the hard work done for you, with established trees and gardens that are self-maintained, with the trees on dripper systems. The house sits on two acres and one and a half acres out the back is fenced off to run a few cattle or sheep.

With a 5kw solar system connected to house, power bills won’t be a headache.
NBN Wireless has been installed and the property utilises a Bio Septic System.
This property has everything you could want for and nothing to be done, except move in and make yourself a home.

Our Gal

February 11, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Aileen Allen

How long have you lived in or around Forbes?
I’ve lived in Forbes for 47 years. I’m nearly a local.

What do you do for work?
I’m a retired women’s refuge worker.

What do you do in your spare time?
I enjoy volunteering for the Forbes Dreaming Centre.

What makes your day?
I love having family and friends around me.

How did you spend Australia Day recently?
I spent the day with family. We had a picnic at the water park and then attended the Australia Day celebrations at Frogs Hollow where I enjoyed listening to great music.

Question of the Week?

February 11, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

What do you like doing in Forbes on the weekends?

Jenna & Anita Redfern: We are usually skiing on the weekends but I (Anita) like to take photos at local events.

Lauren Leibich & Erica Baker: We both usually work on the weekends but do play hockey in the winter and try to attend as many interesting community events as we can.

Question of the Week?

February 4, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Do you thinks Forbes can put on a good show or event?

Yes, I think Council can put on good shows for the community. Kirah Beaumont.

Yes, we can do it. There are some good spots for them. Rad Stevens.

I think Forbes can put on a good show. We have nice parks and space for them. Ros Bell.

Our Bloke – Rob Priest

February 4, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Rob Priest

How long have you lived in or around Forbes? Well later this year it will be seventy years in the Lachlan Valley but only thirty years in good old Forbes.

What do you enjoy about living in Forbes? I have been to places all over the country and a little over seas. Yes we have the best country in the world and Forbes is one of the best. The people are friendly and there is plenty to do. The climate is great. Can you think of any other town with a beautiful walking/bike track ten kilometres around a lake in the centre of town?

What do you/did you do for work? I worked in a little furniture business for forty one years. Our customers were so nice it was a pleasure to come to work.

What do you do in your spare time/as a hobby? Spare time is a luxury but after the gardening and working at Vinnies I do find a game of bowls lots of fun. I invite anyone interested to try out for bowls any Wednesday at 1pm

What would be your dream holiday? Just a little trip with Sandra in the caravan. It is a big country and there is so much still to see.

Our Gal – Heidi Andrews

January 28, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Heidi Andrews
How long have you lived in or around Forbes? I have lived in Forbes on and off since 1981.

What do you enjoy about living in Forbes? I love my job, and it’s a great community here. I have wonderful family and friends. Forbes is a great place to raise a family.

What do you do for work? I work in administration at Jemalong Wool, as a receptionist.

What do you do in your spare time? What spare time?! I like running around with the kids between their sport, dancing and karate commitments. I love socialising with family and friends too.

What would be your dream holiday? My dream holiday would be to take my family and friends on a cruise.

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