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Our Gal – Elvy Quirk

August 19, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

How long have you lived in Forbes and what do you like about living here? I was born at the Mater Misericordiae Hospital in Forbes and have lived here all my life. I like the friendly country atmosphere.

Where do you work? I retired from work in 2001 after several office managerial positions.

What do you do to unwind? I enjoy a game of croquet, walking and love my garden and my craft activities.

What are you really good at? I believe I am capable of organising.

What makes you laugh? Some of the antics of the very young.

What is on your bucket list? I’ve reached the age where I’ve travelled quite a lot, my life is filled with family who care and I enjoy socialising with the many lovely friends I’ve made along the way.

Tell us something interesting about yourself. I had over 40 years of ballroom and new vogue dancing and travelled a lot sharing it with the most precious person in my life my late husband Ross.

What was your first job? I worked in an office managerial position for the late Ron McGrath who ran a carrying and auto electrical business.

Tell us about your best holiday ever. I really enjoyed my Canadian and Alaskan trip with my partner John.

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