John grew up in Hawks Nest, coming here as a toddler, attending the local primary school and on to high school in Raymond Terrace.   He moved to Canberra to attend University but returned to Hawks Nest to join the family run Hawks Nest First National Real Estate.

John is now the Licensee in Charge and Selling Principal.  He is a Licensed real Estate Agent, Business Agent, Auctioneer and Strata Managing Agent.  He has limitless knowledge of the area and involves himself in all aspects of community life, sponsoring local sporting teams and groups and works tirelessly with local Charity Fundraising Auctions.

Outside of work, John enjoys golfing, motorbike riding and enjoying time with family and friends.