Heads and Tales: Recollections of a Fisheries and Wildlife Officer offers an intimate look into the life and career of a man devoted to the preservation of Victoria’s natural heritage. After years as a Fisheries and Wildlife officer, the author, encouraged by family and friends, reflects on his journey through a career spanning the most progressive period in the management of fish and wildlife in the state.

With humility and wit, he recounts his experiences working alongside dedicated and talented individuals in both the public and private sectors, revealing the challenges and triumphs of conservation efforts. In sharing these tales, he’s careful to protect the identities of those involved, opting for fictitious names and altered details when necessary.

More than just a memoir, Heads and Tales serves as a bridge between generations, offering readers a rare glimpse into a world of passion, commitment, and a love for the wild that will resonate with anyone interested in the natural world and the legacies left by those who protect it.