How long have you lived in the area?

I arrived in Freeburgh in 2009, and relocated to Bright in 2018.

What are your hobbies and interests?

Having been forced into early retirement by medical issues, my activities now include orchid growing, judging, and photographing, as well as writing articles for a philatelic journal, and editing a monthly newsletter for Hawthorn Village Aged Care Hostel.

What do you like about the area?

I have always been a bush person, and like the small township nestled in the alpine countryside, with national parks nearby. Close enough to city services when needed, but far enough to be able to enjoy the serenity. Also the friendly, caring, country people.

Where would you take visitors to showcase the area?

I have had the pleasure to show overseas visitors around, especially to our cottage industries, and scenic places like Fainter Falls near Mt Beauty, and just to the mountaintops to look around the countryside.

Is there anything you would change about the area?

One thing I would encourage in Bright is for businesses to stay open later. Have you tried getting a coffee after 2pm? Perhaps consider renaming Bright to Morningtown?