Tim may have grown up in Melbourne, but his heart found its home in Sale in 2000 where he’s remained ever since. But his love for nature started much earlier – with childhood visits to his cousin in Bendigo, whose lush garden helped spark Tim’s passion for horticulture and biodiversity.

Tim, who’s a keen camper, cherished his visits to Wilson’s Prom since he was 14 years old. It’s a family tradition he’s passed on, as whenever his kids return from overseas, their first stop is always Tidal River.

With a background in horticulture and a BA in Applied Sciences from Melbourne University, Tim’s affinity for the natural environment has guided his career. Over three decades in local government, he’s dedicated himself to natural resource management, focusing on park management, creek revegetation and sustainability initiatives in the Yarra Ranges, Manningham, and Wellington Shires.

Tim takes pride in his efforts to rehabilitate urban creeks like the Mullum Mullum, Olinda and Flooding Creek, transforming them into vital wildlife corridors and connecting people with nature.

At BioDiversity Legacy, Tim is continuing his lifelong commitment to bridging the gap between communities and their natural environment. His work involves strengthening connections with government bodies and Landcare groups, advocating for the embedding of BioDiversity Legacy’s concept as a vital tool for biodiversity conservation and land stewardship.

Tim firmly believes BioDiversity Legacy offers an important alternative avenue for protecting biodiversity values and fostering stewardship – for people today and for everyone who comes after.