Welcome to My Website.

HOT AIR BALLOONING IN AUSTRALIA, began with a series of trials and dramas in 1962 with THE AEROSTAT SOCIETY OF AUSTRALIA.

In 1967, as someone interested in aviation, I joined the group. Over time, I've produced this largely pictorial record which can act as an aviation resource. For those experienced in ballooning, there are many lessons here on what not to do.

Hang gliding introduced me to a large tree and Spinal Injury. My mobility is now restricted, and rather than pursue aviation or other sports, I've been trying to develop my skills as a writer. Follow the links on the right to read a few of my short stories, as well as the first 3 chapters of my as yet unpublished -

"UNDER THE WATER UNDER THE WIRE and THE MEN WHO SANK THE SYDNEY ".

You can explore further, and follow my interests in Airships and the development of the amazing Hybrid Skycats. I have a section on the BASICS of FLIGHT ,another on PARACHUTING around 1960- before the days of Tandem Jumps.