Rugby league legend Robbie Farah has talked life and footy with kids and community in Forbes on R U OK Day.
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The former Wests Tigers captain, who was a member of the Origin-winning NSW Blues in 2014 and has donned the green and gold for the Australian Kangaroos, was special guest of Forbes Shire Council and spoke at the community event with students from Forbes, Trundle and Tullamore secondary schools.
"A conversation could change a life" is the message of R U OK Day, which is on the second Thursday in September each year.
R U OK? is a charity that encourages people to stay connected and to have conversations that can help others through difficult times, encouraging everyone to invest in their relationships, to have a conversation if they identify signs of distress or difficulty and connect someone to support long before they're in crisis.
Farah had some important messages for all about checking in on your mates, and was happy to answer students' questions.
With such a passionate rugby league community here - including our own Charlie Staines now with Wests Tigers - students were keen to hear about Farah's love for his club, the people who inspired him, and how he's dealt with issues like extended injury.
- Resources including a conversation guide online at ruok.org.au
- Support is available for those who may be distressed. Phone Lifeline 13 11 14; Mensline 1300 789 978; Kids Helpline 1800 551 800; beyondblue 1300 224 636; 1800-RESPECT 1800 737 732.
