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When you’re having a bad day, what do you do to make yourself feel better?

February 14, 2019 By editor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jacinta Morton (right): To make myself feel better I might do a bit of shopping or book myself in for some pampering at the beautician.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Craig Dwyer: I ring my partner, Sarelle and she brings coffee, so coffee definitely makes me feel better. Unless it’s on the weekend, then it might not be coffee!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Terry Sharpe: I’d probably go home and complain to my wife and then have a few beers.

 

 

What do you enjoy about being back at school? (The children of Forbes Preschool answered)

February 7, 2019 By editor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lylah Burke Chapman: To play with my friends.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oliver Morgan: Playing with Hughie on the swings is my best thing to be back at preschool.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Layla Borger: I like playing on the swings and being in the Gindaymanha room.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What would you like for Christmas?

December 6, 2018 By editor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jenny Grogan: I would like to spend time with my family.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sandra Canellis: I want to enjoy time with family and friends and appreciate the good things we all do for each other.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tiffany Nicholson: Just to sit back and enjoy the day.

 

Our Bloke -Kaidyn Haynes

December 6, 2018 By editor

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Forbes all my life. It’s where I feel connected and we have great fishing.

Where do you work and what do you enjoy about your work? I have just finished Year 12 at Forbes High School. I really enjoyed completing my major work, which was a bed.

What do you do to unwind after work or on weekends? I enjoy time with friends and family. I love fishing and can often be found at the river.

What are you really good at? Being a big brother and spending time with my family. Also being a friend to all my mates.

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

What is your pet hate? I hate losing a fish when out fishing.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. I have extended family in Townsville and love being able to go visit them and all the activities that we are able to do whilst there.

Why was it important that you attend the White Ribbon Day march?

November 29, 2018 By editor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Christine Johansson: My auntie was a victim of domestic violence and was one of the lucky survivors. She’s a big inspiration to me.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kellie Trainor: My mum was a victim of domestic violence and was murdered in the end because she couldn’t escape.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ellysa Cunningham (CatholicCare’s specialist homelessness service): To promote awareness of ending domestic violence. There are many homeless women and children because of trying to escape domestic violence.

 

What do you like about going to a market day?

November 22, 2018 By editor

 

 

 

 

 

Tracey Herden: I like the variety that you can find with all the different stalls at a market.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jenna Lewis: I love going to a market and seeing all the familiar faces.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gemma Ellis: The best is that you can buy things and also make money!

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

November 15, 2018 By editor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

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

November 8, 2018 By editor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 editor

 

 

 

 

 

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.

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

October 25, 2018 By editor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jan Stewart: With Julia Gillard.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ric Stewart: Barack Obama

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