How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I was born and educated in Forbes. I lived away for 18 years and returned with a young family. Forbes offers friendly family living and a great sense of community.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I am the owner of Undercover Sleepwear & Lingerie and enjoy engaging with customers and offering a good shopping experience.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I enjoy being with family and friends around a BBQ or the fire bucket, with a good glass of red. I also enjoy watching the grandkids at sport and motorbike riding.

What are you really good at? I am good at my job and being a committee member. If you could have a super power, what would it be? To make it rain when needed.

What is your pet hate? Tele-marketing and litter bugs.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. My best holiday was at Broome, WA and Lennox Head, NSW.

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I lived in Forbes until I was 18, then lived in Campbelltown and Canberra for about 15 years and came back to Forbes. I like the easy going pace and laid back atmosphere.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I work in a government job. I like it because there is something different every day.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I enjoy watching my daughter play soccer and being involved with the local rugby league.

What are you really good at? I used to be ok with rugby league now I’m just good at watching.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? I would like to be able to time travel… would like to solve a few mysteries.

What is your pet hate? Caravans on a busy highway.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. My best holiday was with my family going to all the theme parks at the Gold Coast.

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I moved with my husband, Ian to Forbes 29 years ago from Tottenham. We chose Forbes because of its lovely green and welcoming feel. We have found it a wonderfully friendly place to live.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I retired in 2000 from my role as a Women’s Health Nurse. Since my retirement I have sat on numerous Shire committees. I also founded the Forbes Breast Cancer Support Group before my retirement and before I was diagnosed with breast cancer.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I walk the lake six days a week and enjoy gardening.

What are you really good at? I hope I come across as a good listener and an advocate for women’s issues.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? To bring peace in the world.

What is your pet hate? Negativity.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. Ian and I went on a three month world trip to Europe, England, Scotland, Ireland, Canada and Honolulu.

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I’ve been living in Forbes my whole life. I like living here because the people are easy to get on with and polite.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I work at Loomzy’s Fish ‘N’ Fix. I enjoy seeing different people that come in to say g’day.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I watch telly, fish and hang out with my mates.

What are you really good at? I play badminton… I’m pretty good at that.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? If I could have a super power, I’d choose super speed.

What is your pet hate? My pet hate is people who chew with their mouth open.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. My best holiday… I don’t go on holiday!

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have been living in Forbes for 16 years. I like living here because it’s very friendly, there are lots of activities to get involved in and it has beautiful weather especially when it’s colder in the winter.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I’m retired but belong to lots of groups such as the Forbes Eisteddfod, Arts Society, Bridge Club, Parkes Musical Society and Jemalong Residential Village Auxiliary.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I read, do needlework, knit and patchwork.

What are you really good at? I’m probably a good organiser. I was a high school principal in Sydney so probably also good with people and I play piano.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? None.

What is your pet hate? I don’t like intolerance.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. My best holiday was probably an overseas trip I did to Italy, Greece and England.