How long have you lived in or around Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Forbes for almost two years and I like the sense of community. I like that it is both small enough and big enough and people here are lovely.
What was your first job? I worked in a café in Tullamore and got $6 an hour, cash.
What makes you laugh the most? My clients do, when they tell me funny things.
If money were no object, what would you do with your time? I’d buy myself a beautiful house with a pool, I’d have a maid, butler, chef and aerobics instructor.
Describe your dream holiday? I’d like to go somewhere peaceful and quiet along the river with my husband.
If you could live in any time or place, where and when would that be? Back in the 1980’s with no mobile phones or internet, the music was better, and kids played outside, such a different and better time.
If you could share a meal with any three people, past or present, who would they be? My great grandmother and my parents, who I haven’t seen in a while.
If you could have a superpower, what would it be? I’d be like Wonder Woman.
What is your pet hate? Laziness, there is no need for it, I can’t stand it.
Amy Draper: God no, definitely not.
Jodie Elliott: No. I work in social-emotional well being in Condo for Aboriginal health. I think that there are not enough professional services for youth. Once a month care is ridiculous when we are trying to support someone who is suicidal, a Skype video call with a psychologist doesn’t help much and does not encourage those who need help, to seek support. Also, if someone needs regular injections of antipsychotic medication, a once a month visit doesn’t help. There is a massive need for support in our community and the resources simply are not available.
Norm Haley: It means getting guys together for mateship which helps us to open up about health and find help, it also opens minds up about mental health and looking out for their friends. I think it’s about sharing and receiving experiences to learn.
Paul Anders: Mateship, something to do that gets me out of the house, it’s a community within a community. Being isolated on a property is hard on mental health, so it’s good to get together with others to talk.
Allan Hilder: Gets me out of mother’s hair for doing jobs at home, drinking tea and coffee, telling lies and telling yarns. Most important is the camaraderie and it’s pleasing to work in the new shed.
Holly Bradley: BBQ’s.
Ella Bennetts: Lakewalks.
Alliya Bradley: Going to the waterpark.
