First day back in Western Australia after a wonderful trip to Goa, India. A simple reset to my Australian way of life: a 2km morning walk around Applecross that ended up being a 3km walk. A nice walk through quiet, safe streets of our apartment in Applecross with filtered light through the trees, the calm … More A Nice Trip Overseas…Now it is Time to Reset
We are called: The Lucky Country I was born in America, and I still carry a deep love for it. But Australia is home. It’s Australia Day, and I’m proud to be Australian—not because the country is perfect, but because it keeps trying to be better. Over the years I’ve spent here, I’ve learned a … More Australia Day 2026
As the door opens on 2026…my biggest challenge…enjoy these golden years. I pinch myself. This is real. All done. This is no longer a dream, a goal, or a vision. I wake up early in 2026 with a strange feeling. There are no more level-ups. No more becoming your best self. No more hustle harder. … More After the Grind: What Comes Next
As the year comes to a close, Melissa and I have been reflecting on the journey that was 2026. We do so with a sense of gratitude and feeling fortunate. We were not gifted silver spoons but we made a few decent choices a few sacrifices and this year felt like a culmination of many … More Our Best of 2025
As the door on 2025 closes, this post reflects a year of disciplined leadership that turned focus, partnership, and a small high-performing team into measurable economic and community impact for the Southern Forests and Western Australia. The Southern Forests Food Council (SFFC) plays a quiet but critical role in Western Australia’s regional economy. From Manjimup … More 2025 Leadership: A Focus on Positive Impact and Positive Results
This summer arrives. This year we plan to enjoy it a bit more. A few things to do today, but it was a good day—so much to appreciate, including this morning view from our place in Applecross. Summer has always been my favourite season, but the last few summers were swallowed by work, building a … More Making Space to Enjoy Summer…
In May 2024, the Pemberton home’s roof is completed, with ongoing work on cladding, rendering, and interior. The complex has a matching Eucalyptus Green roof, and the back yard’s games/firepit area is being developed. … More We have a roof on the Pemberton home.
The vegetable garden in Pemberton is making progress with the bore, pumps, and greenhouse misting system in place. Reticulation work is underway, and planting of the first vegetables is anticipated for April or May 2024. … More Update: Our Pemberton Vegetable Garden
The provided image was taken from a DJI Ai3 3 Drone, showcasing an under-construction house in Pemberton, Western Australia. The aerial view also features structures belonging to The Wilson Estate. … More A different view of TWE
From Paddock to Plate December 2023 A beautiful eve at the award-winning Pemberley of Pemberton vineyard. Fun, relaxed and chilled with Melissa and hanging out with new friends from the Pemberton community. We enjoyed a curated feast showcasing world class best beef, fruit and vegetables all from the south-west of Western Australia. The food was … More An Eve at Pemberley of Pemberton Vineyard
Being Arthur 