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Our Bloke -Josh Avis

November 22, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I’ve lived in Forbes for more than three years. I enjoy the friendly nature of the people and the slower pace of life.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I work as a teacher at Forbes Public School. I enjoy the unpredictability of working with children.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I like to do different forms of exercise, whether it is playing sport or going for a jog. Catching up with friends is also a great way for me to unwind.

What are you really good at? Annoying my wife!

If you could have a super power, what would it be? The ability to shape shift.

What is your pet hate? No toilet paper on the toilet roll in the bathroom.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. Going to my mate’s farm in Gulgong, riding bikes and enjoying friends and family’s company.

Our Gal -Lou Green

November 15, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Forbes for six months. I like that it is a quiet and close friendly community. I also like the rural lifestyle.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I am a care worker for the aged and disabled. I am also a Drought Angels volunteer, providing ag advice and assistance to farmers in the Central West, South West and far West of NSW.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I like to catch up with family and friends and just relax with my little boy.

What are you really good at? I’m good at cooking but definitely not baking.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? My super power would be to make it rain on cue.

What is your pet hate? A lack of manners.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. A 10-day cruise around the Pacific Islands was pure bliss!

What do you like about coming to Crave. coffee cafe catering?

November 15, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Collin Mayo: Crave coffee shop makes the best coffee.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Karin Wright: Crave coffee shop is very convenient and easily accessible.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Faye McInerney, Heather Moore , Cheryl and Ross Higgins: The fabulous staff, great coffee and yummy food.

Our Bloke -Paul Newcombe

November 8, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived here all my life and I like Forbes as it is a great town.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I work at the Rattery in Forbes (we supply rodents for pet food). I enjoy working with my work mates.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I love to unwind with a few beers and a BBQ.

What are you really good at? I’m really good at catching snakes.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? My super power would be to see into the future.

What is your pet hate? Garden hoses kinking up.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. A visit to Darwin is a favourite!

Why did you choose this specific teddy bear to come with you to the picnic?

November 8, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oliver Curry: Timmy is my most favourite furry friend.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jane Curry: I chose Rainbow because he is so soft.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Emma Curry: I brought Ruff Ruff because he is really fluffy.

Why do you like working at the Aussie Biscuits Factory?

November 1, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

 

 

 

 

 

Stacey Fordham: I love it! I like working here because I have many friends.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sian Jennett: I love everything about working here. I particularly love working with the supportive employees as they are always so happy and probably have the best work ethic I’ve ever seen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Michee-Lyn Ramsteadt: I love making the biscuits and talking to my mates.

OUR Gal -Hayley Hurford

November 1, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Forbes for 31 years. I love that we are on the river, our beautiful lake and ski dam and our friendly community.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I am the owner of 126Beauty. I love the variety in my job and also the great chats I have with my beautiful clients.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? This summer I’d say that I’ll be unwinding by our pool.

What are you really good at? I’m really good at telling the truth, listening and keeping secrets.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? My super power would be to cure cancer.

What is your pet hate? People who don’t pay attention or listen. Also, people who interrupt conversations.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. It would have to be Canada but any holiday is the best!

Our Bloke -John Hick

October 25, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Forbes for five years. I like the laid back lifestyle.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I work at Bunnings. I enjoy the fun we have with our team.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I play Xbox to unwind and enjoy fishing.

What are you really good at? I am really good at problem solving.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? My super power would be predicting the future.

What is your pet hate? That would have to be people answering a question with a question.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. Cruising the Whitsundays. It is an absolutely gorgeous part of Australia.

Name a famous person that you’d like to have dinner with.

October 25, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beverley Willson: I’d like to have dinner with George Strait.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jan Stewart: With Julia Gillard.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ric Stewart: Barack Obama

What do you enjoy about the Bedgerabong Country Music Campout?

October 18, 2018 by Maggi Barnard

 

 

 

 

 

 

Suzette Sheiles: The friendliness and meeting new people all the time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Margaret Read: I love the company, the music and getting many friends together.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lyndy Cannon: Everyone talks to each other. There is really good music and it’s a beautiful place to camp.

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