Andrew Taylor and Mathew Brown enjoying lunch at the Forbes Inn.
Colleen Venables celebrating at the Forbes Golf & Sportsmans Hotel after securing two NTP and both Birdies.
Michelle Cheney, Carmel Bayley, Juliana Kneebone and Sally Muller were enjoying a ladies lunch at The Vandenberg Hotel.
Allan Ryan
Where were you born? Wangaratta, Victoria.
Were you named after anyone? I got my second name, Joseph from my grandfather who was killed fighting a bushfire when dad was six years old.
Which of your accomplishments are you most proud of? Finishing Uni (B.Sc (App Chem)) and my family.
What historical moment stands out most in your memory? Landing on the Moon. We all got the afternoon off school to watch it – yes I’m that old!
What’s the single best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Reach for the stars but keep your feet on the ground.
What’s the greatest risk you’ve ever taken? Moving the family to the Northern Territory.
What are the three things you would take to a deserted island? Knife, matches and a water still.
If you had to spend $10,000 today, how would you spend it? A holiday with my wife to New Zealand or the UK.
When are you happiest? When surrounded by the family – in particular the grandkids.
Elegant Lady winner, Anna Barwick.
Crowned Best Milinery, Alexis Hay.
Most Stylish Couple, Mia and Will Christenson.
How old are you? I turned 12 this year.
What school do you attend and what year are you in? I am in Year 6 and currently attend Forbes Public School.
Were you named after anyone? My first name is not but my middle name is after my great grandma.
What three things would you like to pack in your lunchbox every day? I love to pack cheese, grapes and mandarines.
If you could choose any job in the world, what would you do? I would choose to be a professional WNRL player and would love to be able to play for Parramatta.
If you had to spend $10,000 today, how would you spend it? I would give it all to my parents for them to hide away for me to spend later in life.
What is the scariest thing you’ve ever done? The scariest thing I have ever done is jump off a high bridge into the water.
If you could meet any historical person, who would that be? I would love to meet a female activist who was involved in the Stolen Generation but I cannot remember her name.
What makes you feel like dancing? Every time I hear our bell music playing at school I just have to dance.
If you had three wishes, what would you wish for? This is a very hard question to answer for me. I am happy with my life as it is and would not want to change anything!
Michael Watt
Known as: Mick.
Where were you born: Orange.
What year were you born: 1995.
When and where did you play your first game of rugby: Canowindra Pythons, Canowindra 2013.
When did you come to Parkes: 2021.
What position do you play: 10/15 Fullback or Fylhalf.
Your go to food before a game: Coffee.
Interests outside of rugby: Beers with family and mates.
Where do you work: Carpenter/civil earthworks.
Married/in a relationship/single: In a relationship.
Kids: No.
What is it about rugby that keeps you playing: The team.
The team describes Mick as one of the hardest working players. Captain of 2nd grade and usually benches for 1st grade each week.
These dedicated Forbes Junior Netball players didn’t let the cold weather deter them, turning up for a great time at training on Wednesday night.
How old are you? I am 11 years old turning 12 in the next few weeks.
What school do you attend and what year are you in? I am in Year 6 and currently attend Forbes Public School.
Were you named after anyone? People often ask if I was named after Prince William of the royal family, but I was not named after anyone.
What three things would you like to pack in your lunchbox every day? If I had the choice I would pack a doughnut, a packet of plain chips and an apple, just to be healthy.
If you could choose any job in the world, what would you do? I would love to be a professional soccer player and play as the Manchester City goalkeeper.
If you had to spend $10000 today , how would you spend it? That is a difficult question to answer. I would buy a really nice bike and a brand-new set of goal keeping gloves. I would donate the rest of the money to charity.
What is the scariest thing you’ve ever done? The scariest thing I have ever done is watch a very scary movie with my grandma.
If you could meet any historical person, who would that be? If I was able to meet anyone it would probably be Captain Cook as he explored a lot of the world and would have a lot of interesting stories to tell.
What makes you feel like dancing? I am not really a dancer but when I make a great save in soccer, I jump around excitedly which is about as close as I get to dancing.
If you had three wishes, what would you wish for? A good, fun, and safe life for everyone in the world. To be the smartest person in the world so that I could help others. To have a lot of money.
A relaxing spot of fishing, with a few good catches (L-R) Nikita Waddell, Claire Ornsby, Katala Neilsen and Gemma Pittis.
Spotted enjoying the sunshine on the banks of the river (L-R) Arti Belbase, Alisha Pandey, Suraz Kharel and Subas Pandey.
Swapping out her regular morning walk for an afternoon walk along the river was Margaret Woodbury.