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OUR Gal… Ashleigh Miller

September 22, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

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How long have you lived in or around Forbes? I have lived here for the past 15 years, and did my schooling at Forbes High School.

Where do you work? I work at a home based business called Kazza’s Kitchen, which I set up over a year ago with my Mum. We cater for food to go for busy families, healthy treats for school lunchboxes, and catering for all occasions.

What do you enjoy the most about your job? Being able to work from home and spend time with my Mum every day.

How do you start your day? With a coffee, white, no sugar. I usually have around 5 cups of coffee a day.

What do you do in your spare time? Spend time with my family and friends. I am studying to be an alcohol and drug counsellor and will finish at the end of 2017. Hopefully when I finish I will be able to move to a bigger town and work in a rehabilitation centre.

What makes your day? People being kind.

 

Question of the Week?

September 16, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

What did you enjoy most at the Show?

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Brendan Morrison (middle) with Barry Read and Ken Sly : I am particularly interested in the Lawn Mower Races this year.

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Naarah Childs (with Tim Childs and Belinda Separovic): Face painting was great. I am now a Spider Witch and I love winning toys – my favourite is a blue panda.

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Emily Speers (with Dan, Cam & Peta Speers and Wendy Nicholls): The rides are the best part of the show for me especially the Gravatron.

Our Bloke – Jamie Brown

September 15, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

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Jamie Brown

How long have you lived in Forbes? I have lived in Forbes for 30 years.

Where do you work? I work at Central West Glazing, Finesse Carpentry and Green Homes Australia.

What do you enjoy most about your work? I most enjoy the satisfaction of a job well done.

What do you do in your free time? I try to enjoy the little things.

How do you like your coffee? Large cappuccino with three sugars.

What makes your day? A flawless plan that came together.

If you could go anywhere in the world on holiday where would it be? Canada!

ABUNDANT FEED WITH ALMOST 2000AC CROP NEGOTIABLE

September 15, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

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6000 Ac – 2428 Ha
• Abundant Feed with 600Ac Lucerne, Clovers, Trefoil, Ryegrass & natural pastures
• 1938 Ac of Barley & Oats is negotiable & can be purchased.
• 400 Ac has been Irrigated with potential for more development
• Impressive Improvements with a modern 4 stand Woolshed, Sheepyards & Cattleyards
• Two 100’ x 40’ Haysheds with power, 100’ x 40’ Machinery Shed is fully concreted, Silos and 3 B/R Home.
• Extensive 6 B/R Brick Residence features a modern Kitchen, open plan living, large living room & 3 Bathrooms
• Ideal for entertaining with an inground pool, covered entertaining area & attractive gardens.

$4.5 million ($750/Ac)
www.landmarkharcourts.com.au Web ID LFE2685

DRYLAND CROPPING-POTENTIAL FOR LARGE DRIP/PIVOTS

September 15, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

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“Oak Flats” CONDOBOLIN 2,357 Ac – 954 Ha
• 700Ha (1,730Ac) soft red even loams ideal for Vegetables / permanent plantings – 400m to the River.
• 3km River frontage + on the Wardry Stock & Domestic Water Scheme & Dams
• 95% Arable with 700 Ha in crop (excluded) + balance has abundant feed
• 200 Ac (80 Ha) sown to subtropical pastures – very fertile.
• Large Machinery Shed, cone Silo, 3 x Water Tanks & a Fishing Hut on the Riverbank.
• 3 Phase power runs across the front of the property & is available.
• This property would also suit a large scale Feedlot / Intensive Agricultural Enterprise.

AUCTION: Thursday 27th October 2016 10.30am Forbes Services Club (if not sold prior)
AINSLIE TOOLE
0407 946 838 | ainslie.toole@landmarkharcourts.com.au

Perfect Time To Sell Rural Properties

September 15, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

In almost 20 years of selling Rural Properties throughout the Central West, Ainslie Toole of Landmark Harcourts, Forbes has never seen a better time to sell. “How often do we see in our lifetime a season like this with strong commodities and the lowest interest rates in recorded history?”

These factors have increased sales of all rural properties. This has led to a shortage of listings and a lift in prices achieved. “We are encouraging vendors to seriously consider auctioning to ensure the best price is achieved.”
The strong outlook in cattle and sheep markets has seen domestic buyers expanding and investors seeking alternative opportunities with agriculture an attractive option.

A lower Australian dollar typically lifts commodity prices. Combined with low interest rates and free trade agreements with Japan, South Korea and China will lead to an increased demand for agribusiness enterprises.
We are now listing our Spring auctions, so call to ensure you capitalize on these positives. If you want to sell it is important to choose an agent with local experience and affordable national and international marketing options.

Our Gal – Maree Westcott

September 8, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

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Maree Westcott

How long have you lived in Forbes?
Since I was about 3. Mum and Dad moved to Wirrinya, and then bought a farm in Forbes.

Where do you work? I am a partner with my hubby Paul at Forbes Small Engine Specialists.

What do you enjoy most about your work? The variety of work: selling a four wheeler, doing paperwork or making up an advertisement to sell a spark plug.

What do you do in your free time?
Sewing, quilting, or making baby wraps and bibs for our third grandchild due in a month.

How do you like your coffee? Very hot and usually just a flat white and one sugar.

What makes your day? My grandchildren calling into work, and their happy smiling faces.

If you could go anywhere in the world on holiday where would it be? Paris

Property of the Week

September 8, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

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Another Baby On The Way, “We Need To Expand”

11 Thames Street, Forbes
• 3 bedroom, brick and tile home
• Open plan kitchen and dining, sep. lounge room
• Gas heating and ducted evap air conditioning
• Fully fenced, established gardens and lawns
• Automatic sprinkler system in back yard
• Comprehensive information memorandum available on request

11 Thames Street, Forbes will be auctioned, unless sold prior.
Auction: 11am Friday 6th October 2016 at the Forbes Services Memorial Club
Open Homes: 11am sharp Saturday 10th, 17th, 24th, September and 1st October 2016

Stacey Clarke:
0438 721 340 stacey.clarke@iansimpsonandco.com
Office: (02) 6851 1911
Ian Simpson & Co

Question of the Week?

September 8, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

What does Australian citizenship mean to you?

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Bryan Huynh and Kelly Nguyen: We can start a new life as a family in Australia and feel more connected to the country and the people.

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Hendri and Linda van Coller with their children Marno and Melandri: We are now part of the community, our children will fit in as Australians, and we can call people “mate” and eat Vegemite!

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Erlinda and Virgilio Terrado with Riana (seven months): It means a lot to us as we will have better opportunities and a better future for our kids. We are very happy.

Property of the Week

September 8, 2016 by Maggi Barnard

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Tasmania Beckons – Sale Needed
35 Prince Street, Forbes
• Investment Potential – Subdivision approved by council
• Just under ½ acre (1,973 sqm)
• 3 bedrooms open plan kitchen / living / dining
• Low maintenance home
• 5kW solar system
• 22,000 L rainwater tank and pressure pump
• Established trees front and back.
• Comprehensive information memorandum available on request.

35 Prince Street, Forbes will be auctioned unless sold prior.
Auction: 6pm Thursday 6th October 2016 at the Forbes Services Memorial Club.
Open Homes: 12:00 noon on Saturdays 10th, 17th, 24th September and 1st October.

Ned Hamilton:
0417 539 719 ned.hamilton@iansimpsonandco.com
Office: (02) 6851 1911
Ian Simpson & Co

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