Amber Monk
GMCU Member Services Officer
What is your favourite part about your job?
My favourite part of my job at GMCU is being able to work with a great team and having opportunities to engage with the community.
Can you describe yourself in just three words?
Loud. Confident. Friendly.
What do you love doing in your spare time?
Camping, fishing, travelling and spending time with family and friends.
What is one item that you bought locally that you can’t live without?
My phone.
Where is your favourite holiday destination?
New Zealand, it’s such a beautiful place.
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Lasagne, yum.
What is something you’ve never done that you’d like to try?
I have always wanted to go in a hot air balloon.
What is your favourite thing about shopping in Shepparton?
I love shopping in Shepparton because there is a wide variety of shops to choose from, great customer service and it supports our community.
Why are you proud to be the face of the 2020 $30,000 Giveaway competition?
I think more people should shop locally as it provides jobs within the community, keeps local businesses running and brings people to Shepparton.
What does community spirit mean to you?
Community spirit is being willing to participate in local activities that benefit the community.
Maria Varapodio
GMCU Member Services Officer
What is your favourite part about your job?
I love the fact that we are community focused and our members are treated like people, not a number.
Can you describe yourself in just three words?
Fun. Entertaining. Charismatic.
What do you love doing in your spare time?
Cooking and spending time with my family.
What is one item that you bought locally that you can’t live without?
My iPad.
Where is your favourite holiday destination?
Italy.
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Gnocchi.
What is something you’ve never done that you’d like to try?
Cruise around Europe.
What is your favourite thing about shopping in Shepparton?
Knowing that whatever I spend in the shops stays locally and supports the community.
What does community spirit mean to you?
Being involved in what’s going on around the town and coming together to help one another.
