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Our Gal – Linda Reilly

March 30, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Linda Reilly

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work? I work at Forbes Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries Centre and have for 10 years. I meet a diverse range of people and enjoy the challenge of helping them regain their fitness.

What do you do to unwind after work and on weekends? I enjoy dragon boating, watching my kids play sport (their rugby starts this weekend) and if there is time, some reading.

What are you really good at? I am good at being a sports physio because I enjoy the challenge of studying and then applying the latest medical research to help people get better quicker.

If you could have a super power, what would it be? Did you know that the mind actually controls pain? Therefore, it would be great if I could read people’s minds so I would be able to understand this better.

What is your pet hate? Hypocrites, judgmental people and mouth breathers.

Question of the Week?

March 30, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Why shouldn’t we buy water in disposable bottles?

Ryan Withers: Once you’ve drunk the water the disposable bottle becomes part of landfill. Garbage dumps take up land that belongs to our
native animals. My favourite native animals are wombats and I want to make sure they stay safe.

Sarah Jane Sullivan: Disposable water bottles create more rubbish. Oh, and it really annoys me when I see rubbish on the road that people have tossed away. Why don’t they care more about the environment?

Brodie Morley: By using disposable bottles, we are creating more rubbish. That is why I like the bottle Forbes Shire Council gave me. I can use this bottle again and again.

Our Bloke

March 23, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Chris Sweeney

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here?
Forbes has been my home for 56 years, and it never ceases to amaze me how the Forbes people and businesses support our community both in good times and bad.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work?
I am self- employed as a lamb feed lotter and am proud to supply a quality product.

What do you do to unwind after work and on weekends?
I enjoy all facets of rugby, playing badminton, dragon boating and spending quality time with my family and friends. I also enjoy a beer every now and then.

What are you really good at?
Organising lunch for a few people… Also, rugby refereeing as I always try to finish in the top five referees on the field during the game. (PS: There is only one referee in rugby!)

If you could have a super power, what would it be?
To change the minds of the worst leaders of the world so people can live in their own country if they choose, so then there would be no refugee issues.

What is your pet hate?
My pet hate is selfish people who don’t contribute to either business or the community but then expect everything to be provided for them.

Catch of the Week

March 23, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

69cm Murray cod, caught near Waroo by Jim Carty and released.

Question of the Week

March 23, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Harmony Day on 21st March is a great opportunity to celebrate Australia’s diverse culture and respect for each other. How do you show respect?

Anne Hodges: I truly care about people, all peo- ple. I like to make sure that I give good things to everyone, things that they can hold onto.

Kathleen Broderick: I respect people’s confiden- tiality and their need for personal space. When I can, I send love and light to people in need.

Lee Hodge: I respect others by allowing them
to tell their story and listening to them. I also ac- knowledge and address what makes them unique.

Be Seen

March 23, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Seen at the President’s Lunch on Saturday were (L-R) Susan Chau, Judy Cannon, Laruen McIntyre and Felicity Batkin.

Enjoying the President’s Lunch were (L-R) Mick Prior, Debbie Prior, Mark Silcock and Karen Barlow.

Forbes Public School Principal, Dafydd Thomas (left) and students were grateful to Forbes Shire Council for their new water bottles and thrilled by a visit from Mayor Graeme Miller (middle) on Wednesday. Story next week.

Author Barry Bredner introduced his latest book to Forbes residents last week. He is with News on Rankin employee Jayne Whitworth.

Question of the Week?

March 16, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

What do you like about House of Tribes the most?

Abi Pycroft: I could be seen to be biased as Jake is my boyfriend! That said I just love the music. I especially love their new album as it has an electric funk vibe.

Shemali Rimene: We are visiting from Cowra. I really love the energy that the House of Tribes create as it is fun, positive, and happy.

Sisters – Ashley and Tammi Hall: We both love Sing. It is our favorite House of Tribes song. We both love dancing as the music they play has great rhythm. “It makes me happy,” said Tammi.

Our Gal – Dianne Collie

March 16, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Dianne Collie

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here?
My husband and I moved here just over seven years ago. We both enjoy country living in this pretty town where people are friendly.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work? I work as a reporter for The Forbes Phoenix. I feel so lucky to be able to work within our community to cover amazing stories and meet people who really care, and are passionate about what they do. I also run a human resources business, SOS Consulting, which I enjoy because my support ensures business owners are best positioned to make sound, independent decisions to ensure their business success.

What do you do to unwind after work and on weekends? Lots of different things: there has not been a day lately I haven’t had a swim in our pool; I enjoy walking around the lake or in one of the national parks close by; and kayaking. When I don’t feel as energetic you will find me with a book in hand or playing a word game on my iPad.

What are you really good at? Being a wife, mum and friend.

What is your pet hate? Thinking there is one more chocolate left – and it has already been eaten!

Our Bloke

March 9, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Aidan Clarke

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here?
I have lived in Forbes my whole life, 21 years. Forbes is my home and I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy most about your work?
I work at Forbes Learning Ladder as a room lead- er. The thing I love most about my job is watching the children grow and learn each and every day.

What do you do to unwind after work and on weekends?
Well I am going to be completely honest and say if I am not fishing or having a few tips at Randwick on a Saturday, then I will be parked in front of the TV watching something sporty.

What are you really good at?
I am happy to be an average guy. That said I am really good at caring for and educating kids and received acknowledgement for the 2017 Junior Citizen of the Year.

If you could have a super power, what would it be?
To be a genius and to help find a cure for some of these dreadful dis- eases on our planet.

What is your pet hate?
My pet hate without a doubt would be leaving the toilet seat up! I am a bloke, but you must remember I work with women and have to keep my eye on it!

Tell us about your best holiday ever.
Like I said I love Forbes! Well…. we took a drive to Bogan Gate once!

Be Seen

March 9, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Present at the recent Wiradjuri Cultural and Environment Rangers (WCER) meeting were (L-R) Peter White (Founder of WCER), Russell Spencer (Fish Care Volunteer), Joanne Lenehan (Office of Environment and Herit- age), David Acheson (Forbes Aboriginal and Community Working Party) and Sergeant Scott McWhirter. (See report of meeting on page 5.)

Marg McDonald, Marie Lambert and Betty Lamrock enjoyed the Seniors Week morning tea at Catholic Healthcare Mater Aged Care on Monday.

Murray and Maureen Field like to support Catholic Healthcare Mater Aged Care and enjoyed the morning tea on Monday for Seniors Week.

Ava and Ebony Percy with their friend, Jazz Nash loved their turn in the Fire Engine at the 60th anniversary celebrations of the Forbes North Public School last Saturday.

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