How long have you lived in the Illawarra? 

All my life, I was born in Coledale Hospital and lived my entire life in Wombarra. Fun fact – my brother was the last child born in Coledale Hospital 46 years ago!

What brought you (or your family/parents) to the area? Both my parents and both sets of grandparents were here for work opportunities in the local coal mines and lived in Scarborough and  Wombarra.

What do you love about living in the Illawarra? 

I love the ocean environment aspect obviously and the fun and healthy lifestyle it provides us, the fact that we have an incredible mountain escarpment behind us and almost surrounding us up here in northern suburbs. Plus I love the sense of community here in the northern suburbs and feel it’s really unique in this day and age. 

Ideal start to the day? Definitely a surf first thing in the morning, followed by a coffee and a catch up with friends.

Favourite local restaurant? Wombarra Bowlo Black Duck Bistro

Best place to grab a coffee or drink? Coffee – Earthwalker & Co Coledale. Cold beverage – Wombarra Bowlo