In my life. Andy Irvine.

Born in 1960, Andy had an idyllic childhood, growing up in Darwin where his dad worked as a pharmacist. He and his twin brother were great swimmers, able seamen and champion ballroom dancers. Andy learned the clarinet and formed a band along with his brother and several friends called( I think) "Anna Crucis"

He was in Darwin when Tracey went through, and his whole house was flattened except for the two rooms where the family were sheltering. He was evacuated to Melbourne for the latter years of his schooling, but came back as Bev was still there. They had been going out since 2nd year in high school.

On the day the HSC finished, he took a job in hotel hospitality and has never looked back. He came to Wagga Wagga from Dubbo,( with a few steps between Dubbo and Darwin.)

He sold the Vic hotel in 2006 and since then has enjoyed "the life". His small farm occupies a good deal of his time but he fills in with golf, and because of  his exoerience as a boy can sail with Mark Hillis at the drop of a hat. The flying club keeps him well amused as well. Andy was invited to join Rotary by Michael Knight and has never regretted his association with the club.