Bill, like his forefathers in New Zealand, has led a life of purpose and interest, but not always following the conventional path a rural upbringing dictates. Born in Australia, growing up in New Zealand, marrying and settling into the routine of hill country farming while raising a family seemed life was destined to a future of stock husbandry, council meetings and Dog Trials with a retirement, reminiscing with a whiskey and walking stick close to hand. But fate has decided otherwise and after living briefly in Darfield and West Melton, Great Britain called. Interspersed with a long period of overseas travel to exotic places before settling in Hanmer and then Nelson. The culmination of this full and interesting life, with an enthusiastic Judy by his side, has now been put to print. A treat for his family and friends, and indeed the wider public to enjoy.