Andrew was born and raised on a pineapple farm near the Sunshine Coast. He first came to the Barcoo Shire as a 15 year old in 2000 where he spent a few years working and contract mustering in and around the area.
After marrying the girl next door, they spent some time working on grazing and farming properties in Southern Queensland before moving back in 2011 with their young family.
Together with his wife Megan they have generations of family connections to the Barcoo Shire with parents and grandparents having lived here.
He currently manages ‘Braidwood’ Station outside of Jundah with Megan and his four daughters, Bridie, Alice, Grace and Faith.
He is passionate about the way of life out here and looks forward to being a part of the growth and progression of Barcoo Shire.