The renowned film and television producer, a 1988 Human Rights Australia Film Award recipient, boasts an illustrious career spanning over seven decades, commencing as a child actor at the tender age of nine in 1948.
This accomplished individual entered the film industry at Artransa Park Studios in 1958, initially serving as an extras casting assistant on the Hecht Hill Lancaster production of Ray Lawler's iconic play, 'Summer of the Seventeenth Doll'.
Since 1967, he has been instrumental in the development, production, and marketing of more than fifty film and television productions, making a profound impact on the industry.
Throughout his illustrious career, he has had the privilege of working with thirteen directors on their first feature films, as well as numerous first-time writers and producers, fostering the growth and development of emerging talent.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the film and television industry, he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Producers and Directors Guild of Australia in 1996.
Furthermore, he was honored with the prestigious title of Film Pioneer of the year by the Society of Australian Cinema Pioneers for his remarkable service to the Motion Picture Industry.
In 2002, he was the inaugural recipient of the Maura Fay Award for service to the industry at the Screen Producers Association of Australia's Independent Producer Awards.
