It is now 30 years since I moved to Tamworth to continue my TV and radio work. In that time I met, got to know and interviewed many fine people. My work here is now done and I move on to other pastures.

I do leave a legacy in Bicentennial Park (Light Horse Memorial) and all I say is look at that memorial and please respect it. But more importantly, never forget what it stands for, especially as we commemorate Anzac Day.

I pay tribute to sculptor Tanya Bartlett, born in Gunnedah, who now has three bronze icons standing proud in this wonderful city. She is a beautiful lady.

Life does not always run smoothly. If it did, there would be no need for this newspaper, or need for other electronic media. 

I started to get a bit stroppy the other day when a person said “the local media just make up all those stories”. 

It is sometimes a challenge to prevent people becoming their own worst enemy, especially when they open their mouths. 

But on the positive side, this is a beautiful part of Australia, even in droughts and flooding rains.

My work and recreation activities extended well beyond the end of Peel St and horses and mountain bikes became my new passion when my running days crossed and broke that wonderful final finishing tape. 

Several spring records still stand today in Melbourne, especially from 1959.

I will continue my association with this city, albeit in a more detached way.

Take care and don’t ever lose that important human gift – respect – for others who do stuff without seeking reward.

David K Evans OAM

Tamworth