Robert was originally born in Sydney and has a degree in Aerospace, Graduate Diploma in Education, Masters in Educational Administration, Masters in Computer Networking and is finalising the requirements of the Masters in Divinity. Pastoral care, resilience development in adolescents and developing strategies that allows people to have empathy towards others have been the hallmarks of Robert’s leadership in mission and ministry.
Robert has 5 children (3 boys and 2 girls), has been divorced and has re- married. Robert enjoys flying model remote controlled aircraft, boating and fishing, cycling, bocce ball, soccer, volleyball and martial arts. He has a particular interest in Star Trek and Star Wars (and is one of the few fans who can reconcile the need for both arcs) and is an avid follower of comics and all things Marvel and DC.