THE ROOM MATES
Accommodation - The Sands Hotel/Motel - Malabar
 
Room 1
Darren O'Malley
An excitement machine in and out of the water. Look out at the races when he sees the jumping castle and merry go round.
Matthew Jack
Touring for the first time for a while, but is welcomed back with open arms. Jacko is a tactician always scheming, watch for him Sunday afternoon.
Room 2
Dick Barwick
Looking forward to the trip, punting badly at the moment so will be looking to improve. Thank god No Notierce is not running at Rosehill.
Ben Coles
On debut as captain, and since his election has taken on a senior role in the club. Has the trots organised and several other social functions. Will lead from the front.
Room 3
Greg Hanns
The "chef" should have something in store for the trip down. Probably the worst punter on tour but occasionally flukes one. Has been excited for a while.
Greg Grogan
Look out Malabar, someones off the hook and ready to go. Hasn't toured for a fair while and will enjoy the chance to be first on the blocks.
Room 4
Jack Geppart
One of the best snorers on tour, has been in full training for two months preparing for this event. Look out over the 50 metre swim.
Adam Andrews
Former captain of the Forbes Diggers moved through his new career in the Police. No corruption Andrews will be looking for the break from his latest fitness campaign on the Mid North Coast.
Room 5
Craig Anderson - withdrawn from tour
The "Roosters" first port of call in Sydney will be to call, good mate Graham Murray a call and invite along to join our tour. Will lead the way to Rosehill on Saturday and into town on Saturday, vast Sydney experience a huge advantage.
Jim McLuckie - withdrawn from tour
One of the best punters on tour, will love the social outings especially at Harold Park and Rosehill. Wonder if he will walk the five miles from the RSL to accommodation as did last year, a fitness fanatic.
Room 6
Dennis White
The trip is full of entertainers, and this bloke is a classic with the one liners a feature of his repertrar. Might make the swim on Sunday but definitely will be the first to the Club.
Norm Cook
Our great leader, won the presidents race at Gosford actually representing Cobar. What ever Cookie says goes. Looking forward to taking the cash of Matty Miller, Steve and Justo Walker in the annual "dash for cash" match race for $50.
Room 7
George Hancock
Quiet man around women, who has refound his youth with long Hair and excessive drinking. This is a boys tour, so will have to quiet down his antics a little.
David Sly
Big Dorb is excited, has been sprooking all week about the trip down having nothing but Tooheys Old. A punter in form and look out for Crawl.
Room 8
Geoff Drane
One of the stalwarts of Forbes Diggers with the tradition being passed on down the family tree. Will take a senior role through the non appearance of his older brother P.T. Sure to spend plenty of time near the TAB
Andrew Drane
Continuing the family tradition, third generation digger and is in charge of the Diggers website, and art work production for the tour. Andy loves a punt and loves a drink and has the last name "Drane" so therefore loves a good time.
Room 9
Michael Walker
Harry is looking forward to sharing a room with Mouse, after the pub will be shut, the entertainment will start in room nine. Harry sure to get a few get squares with Mouse.
Tim Mackay
Someone better check Mouse's bags before he gets on as he might have Louise with him, Has obtained the new nickname as the "Fridge" for his size and agility on a basketball court. Look out on the blocks along side Jack and company.
Room 10

Bus Driver
A good bloke, who will get a laugh.

 

Team members not staying at the Sands Motel

It is doubtful whether swimming will be on the minds of the following group as looking for the opposite gender is more to their liking. I hope they don't lead the older blokes astray. It is hoped they arrive at the pool healthy wealthy and wise.

Justin Walker
Now resides at CSU in Bathurst - Drinking skills are at a maximum Fancy "Justo" teaching kids.

Matt Miller
Loves a chance to drink with "Cookie", look out in the match race with the other three

Steve Cook
Father like son, enjoys bonding with the boys at every opportunity. Loves a drink

Luke Wiggins
Lukey will look forward to catching up with a few of the old blokes, another added to the match race against "Cookie"

Dave Howarth
New bloke representing Forbes for the first time, I am sure he has been warned by the others about the drinking habits of the touring party