What is your connection to Melton?
We bought our first home here in the 1970s, as it was affordable and we loved the rural area, but still had easy access to the city. Our children had opportunities within the shire for their sports. Basketball, horse riding and athletics were our major activities with the children.
How long have you lived in the area?
I have lived here for over 43 years and seen the town grow immensely.
What are you passionate about?
I’m a huge believer in everyone getting a fair go – to be able to speak and be heard.
What’s your role in Melton & Districts Pony Club?
I am currently the district commissioner for the Melton & District Pony Club, a role I have had for many years. My role is to plan and organise each rally for all our members, with instructors in various horse disciplines attending and making sure the riders are kept safe. Promoting the love of horses, riding skills, personal development and having fun are par for the course.
How did you get involved?
I was asked to instruct at a pony club rally about 40 years ago and thoroughly enjoyed seeing riders succeed. My own daughter spent 10 years with the club, as well. After many years of instructing, I continued onto the committee to help and assist in any way that I could. I just love it.
What other hats do you wear in the community?
I am also a member of the Melton & District Adult Riding Club and Friends of MacPherson Park. I enjoy being active in the development of MacPherson Park equestrian area, involved in maintenance and further projects to improve equine facilities within the shire.
What would people be surprised to know about you?
What you see is what you get – I am an open book.
What is the best thing about living in Melton?
Meeting lots of interesting people, seeing Melton grow rapidly over the years, easy access to shops, public transport.
If you could change something about the area, what would it be?
Firstly, with Melton’s growing population, we need to have a hospital available for the community and surrounding areas. Secondly, I believe an overpass is required in Station Road, Melton South, to go over the railway line. It gets very congested on a daily basis, especially at school times and with the extra traffic coming through from Eynesbury and surrounding new estates.
