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Question of the Week?

January 28, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Are you looking forward to school going back?

Carmen Jelbart: I have had a couple of mini trips away with my children – Canberra for general site seeing, the movies and shopping – Jamberoo Action Park we had perfect weather, loved all the rides and thought I was a kid again. Yes, in a way, I am looking forward to school going back so that I can get back into a routine but will miss the
freedom of not having to be in a specific place at a specific time.

Toby Hurford & Talis Hurford: We went to the Central Coast – boogie boarding and fishing were the big highlights. Undercooked steaks cooked by our brother, Corey’s girlfriend was not the best but she tried. I (Toby Yr 9) am not really looking forward to school, would much rather stay at home and do what I want with no homework especially History. Talis is going into Year 6 and is looking forward to catching up with his friends at school next week.
Tom Toohey: I had a great time in the holidays, 9 days at Manly and went to the Big Bash Cricket matches. I can’t wait to get back to school next week, I am going into Year 9 and am looking forward to doing my elective classes.

Our Bloke – David Acheson

January 21, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

David Acheson

How long have you lived in or around Forbes? I’ve lived here on and off for what’s now 60 years. I’ve moved away a few times but I keep coming back.

Where do you work? I’m currently the chairman of the Forbes Aboriginal Working Party. I worked at TAFE for 12 years before that.

What do you do in your spare time? I used to be a builder by trade. I actually worked in four different trades, but I do enjoy fixing things. I’m still a handy man.

What makes your day? I would say helping people. It’s always a nice thing to do, and it’s what I like to do.

Question of the Week?

January 14, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

What did you do to stay cool during the high temperatures of this week?

Amanda Edmonds – Took a refreshing dip in the river whilst fishing with the family on the Lachlan River after work.

Rebecca McNabb – I took the kids to the Forbes Water Park whilst visiting friends here this week. I come from Orange and they do not have anything like it we usually go to Lake Canobolas on a hot day at home.

Kay Playforth – Go to the local swimming pool for a swim of course, there is no other place I would rather be and I don’t really like air conditioners that much.

Our Gal – Skye Jordon

January 14, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

Skye Jordan

How long have you lived in Forbes? I have lived in Forbes for about 28 years.

What do you like the most about living in Forbes? What I love most about Forbes is the people – they are always friendly and welcoming. I especially love the staff at Forbes District Hospital whom I work with everyday.

What do you enjoy doing as a hobby? I do handicrafts with my mother, Jan. We make girls hair clips and ribbon craft. I also enjoy dancing, in particular Jazz.

Who, living, dead or fictional, would you like to have dinner with? I would love to have dinner with Oprah – she is an inspiration to women around the world.

What is your dream holiday? My dream holiday would be to lap around Australia with my family in the caravan.

What would you like to see change in the world? I would like everyone around the world to show a little more compassion to one another.

Question of the Week?

December 17, 2015 by Maggi Barnard

What is your New Year’s Resolution going to be?

Steven McLean & Brenda Wright – Steven and Brenda have never made New Year’s resolutions and don’t think they will start this year. Steve is happy to take each day as it comes and Brenda is happy with her life and doesn’t think she needs to change anything.

Steph Moon – Steph always made New’s Year resolutions but never followed them through so has decided not to make one this year.

Amanda Hurford – My New Year’s Resolution this year is to make the most of every day and live life to the fullest.

Our Gal

December 17, 2015 by Maggi Barnard

Sharon Schaefer
How long have you lived in Forbes? I have lived in Forbes for 49 Years.

What do you love most about Forbes? I really like the people in the Forbes community, they are friendly and welcoming.

What are your hobbies or interests? Gardening is not only a hobby but my passion, I love being outdoors enjoying the results.

How long have you been putting up a Christmas Light display? This would be the fourth year.

Why did you choose to raise money for charity and how much have you raised? The first year we raised $1000 for House With No Steps after a family member suggested it. The second year we chose CanAssist because we knew a little girl who had cancer and now my son Josh has cancer so have continued the tradition. We have raised $13,000 in the past three years from donations made by people visiting my home to look at the Christmas Display and at an Open Garden Day we have once a year.

Our Bloke

December 10, 2015 by Maggi Barnard

Tim Westcott

How long have you lived in Forbes? I have lived in Forbes for 20 years on and off, I always seem to come back.

What do you love most about Forbes? I love the people of Forbes. The countryside in and around Forbes is great and the river is its biggest asset. The forest areas gives variety and interest to the area as well.

What are your hobbies or interests? My interests are riding motorbikes out in the bush, skiing and playing squash. I also enjoy having a beer with friends and family.

If you could have dinner with anyone in the world who would it be? I would love to have dinner with Rihanna because she is a good sort.

What would be your dream holiday? My dream holiday would be one that lasts forever but failing that I aim to travel the world.

What is the biggest change you would like to see in the world? The biggest change I would like to see in the world is that everyone lives in peace with each other.

Question of the Week?

December 10, 2015 by Maggi Barnard

Christmas music and caroling are a big part of Christmas – what do you think about the music being played in the CBD in the lead up to Christmas this year?

SUE CUNNINGHAM – I think the music playing down the street is a great idea but I would love it if they would play more carols, traditional or modern, and less advertising.

DAFFYD THOMAS – I really like the carols and music being played. It creates a great atmosphere in the street.

DENISE HOWELL – I love the music, it puts everyone in the Christmas Spirit and reminds you that Christmas is nearly here and encourages me to do my Christmas shopping

Question of the Week?

December 3, 2015 by Maggi Barnard

Christmas traditions, such as putting up decorations after the 1st December, are very important to many people. Do you or your family maintain any Christmas traditions?

“Our family do not stick to any hard traditions, although we usually put up our decoration in the first week of December. We probably thought about it more when our children were young, we have a granddaughter now so I think things will change next year when she is a bit older.” – Richard Nixon

“When I was growing up we always had a real Christmas tree which we would get from the back of the farm Christmas Eve and decorate with our grandparents. As we all got older and moved away, this tradition stopped. My husband’s father always set a rabbit trap to catch Santa’s boot when he came to leave presents at Christmas.” – Maree Hodges

Our Gal – Emily Bass

December 3, 2015 by Maggi Barnard

Emily Bass

How long have you lived in Forbes? For two years, I came here after I got a job teaching at Forbes High School.

What do you love about Forbes? Forbes is a friendly community. I love to walk around the lake – it is a great asset to Forbes.

Do you have any hobbies or passions? I love being active and going to the gym, cross fit training and dancing.

Who would you love to have dinner with if you could have it with anyone? My grandfather who passed away. I was really close to him and would love the chance to have a final goodbye.

Describe your dream holiday: Bora Bora in an over-the-water bungalow.

What is the biggest change you would like to see in the world? An end to terrorism and a land where humans are compassionate and empathetic towards one another.

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