In August 1994 a wonderful thing happened for me. I was cast in the role of Dr Karl Kennedy in the Australian drama Neighbours first appearing in episode number 2242. (Currently I am shooting episode 8900!).

This stroke of good fortune was wonderful for two reasons. Firstly my wife, Jennifer,  was pregnant with our first child so a one year contract on a successful television show was very welcome. The second reason was having Jackie Woodburne cast as Susan Kennedy. Jackie and I had worked together before on the TV Drama Cop Shop and I was thrilled to work with her again, knowing the rapport we shared. 

I could never imagine that a one year contract would develop into a 27 year relationship with Neighbours. I can honestly say I derive as much pleasure working on the show today as I did all those years ago.

I have watched Neighbours grow through many incarnations. Every step of this growth has been an improvement in scripting and production that has led to the programme being of the highest standard, comparable to the best serial drama created anywhere in the world.

I have formed strong friendships and watched young performers develop and move on to great success in Australia and abroad.