I Never Thought I Would

12 ARTICLES
Welcome to I never thought I would… a column to introduce you to everyday Westies who are at a place and time in their lives doing things they never imagined or had only dreamt of doing. Join them as they talk about the sideroads, cul-de-sacs, fortuitous turns and potholes they’ve experienced along the way. And if that’s not enough, you’ll soon be able to follow their stories as podcasts on Westsider Radio. Stay tuned.

I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD … be distributing food each week to people in need

Discover Randa Beirouti and her impactful work with Reaching Out, helping those struggling in the inner west of Melbourne.

I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD …record a CD of songs that I had co-written over 40 years ago

Uncover the story of Richard Tregear, his early influences, and the creative partnership that blossomed in Williamstown.

I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD …Cycle around Australia

Alasdair Macleod was 57 when he set off around Australia. Some 16,643 kilometres later, he completed his journey, aged 70.

I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD … be leading the Newport Fiddle and Folk Club’s musical ensemble Tues Blues

Uncover the story of Gaelle Horsley and how she embraced teaching to support and inspire musicians at every stage.

I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD … become president of the Hobson’s Bay Men’s Shed

Meet David Berner and delve into how the Hobsons Bay Men Shed fosters friendship and support among men in the community.