What is your connection to Melton?
My grandparents owned 400 acres from Bulmans Road to Harkness Road. I came out each weekend from Camberwell and drove tractors when I was about 14.
How long have you lived in the area?
Besides living on the farm during school holidays, I built my first home in Melton in 1974 when I got married. I’ve lived in the area for 44 years.
What are the most memorable changes you’ve seen in Melton.
When the traffic was diverted away from High Street from Anthony’s Cutting and on to the freeway made a massive difference to local traffic.
What other hats do you wear in the community?
I have been involved with Melton South Football Club since 1977, holding the president’s position for 10 years during that time. Also secretary-treasurer of Melton Harness Racing Club for about 15 years.
What are you passionate about?
Obviously, passionate about the Panthers football club and harness racing … many great memories and friends.
What is the best thing about living/working in Melton?
I worked in Melbourne and suburbs for 24 years, then following a redundancy started working at Melton Produce before buying the business only 1.2 kilometres from home.
If you could change anything about the area, what would it be?
I think eventually a railway line flyover at Station Road would be fantastic for both morning and evening peak time traffic.
