How long have you lived in the area?
Thirty years, but in two stints. The latest stint has been about 27 years.
What do you do?
I was a forester by profession.
What are your hobbies and interests?
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A lot of mucking about in my shed at home, but also bushwalking, particularly at Mount Buffalo – I spend a lot of time at Mount Buffalo. A bit of woodworking, a bit of metal work. I also run a little home maintenance business.
What do you like about the area?
To be able to get out and about in the bush. The access to the hills, the quick access to swimming along the river and the people – I know a lot of people around the town after 27 years.
Where would you take visitors to showcase the area?
Definitely Mount Buffalo. Depending on the season I'd take them along the river swimming. I'd probably take them to Beechworth. I might go for a walk on Mount Hotham, along the Razorback, if they're that sort of person. I'd also take them mountain biking or cycling along the cycle path.
Is there anything you would change about the area?
Maybe put it a little closer to Melbourne, but that's probably not on the cards. Tell you what, I would put Great Alpine Road on the other side of the river so it didn't go through the middle of Bright.
