Your Name: Tayyaba Ashfaq

Where do you work? I work at Centacare Central West and Orana.

What’s your job? I'm a HIPPY Tutor.

Why do you Love Your Work? I get to make a real difference in children’s early learning journeys. Helping parents gain confidence in supporting their child’s early learning journey at home is very rewarding.

Do you have a special talent? Bringing patience, kindness and a great attitude to everything I do.

What’s your favourite thing to do in Dubbo with friends and family? I love spending quality time with them – visiting the zoo, enjoying good food and attending local events together.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go? I would love to explore Europe.

What was your first paying job? It was teaching in a tuition centre.

What three things did you enjoy at school? Friendships, my favourite teacher, and school events.

What’s your favourite meal? Biryani.

As a child what did you want to do when you grew up? I wanted to be a teacher.