The Hutchins Family have been well known in transport with a history spanning three generations. They live a breathe the industry and have a love of the freedom and the awesome 80's when anything was acceptable. Gary gives a wholehearted view of a career that took its toll on him, but to this day, he would have no hesitation to do it all again.

We hope you guys enjoy this as much as we did.

Bruce was contacted by long time friend and truck enthusiast Tony Kent or TK, about interviewing a Goulburn local, Mac Webster. He said "you'll like him Bruce, he's opinionated, vocal and if you get him going he'll lose his filter before too long......but he's an absolute legend!!!

Well TK, you couldn't have been more on the money if you tried.

Well once again, Bruce has gotten excited over an endless photo stream of Eastoe's trucks on social media which lead him to contact Dean Jennion who jumped at the chance to explain his love affair with trucks. Both Dean's father and stepfather were linehaul drivers which, like plenty out there, resulted in a lifelong obsession with trucks and history and a passion for the old days.

With an unusual introduction into the transport industry, Adam Hotchin – Lefty – worked his way through the trials of long distance trucking with the help of some Legends in the game while battling some personal trauma that no young person should endure. Lefty wears his heart on his sleeve and wanted to share his story including his private struggles, purely with the hope that it could possibly help someone in the same situation.

Like us, I'm sure that you'll admire his courage

When you think of 70s and 80s on the Hume, rarely a conversation goes by without mentioning Gasoline Alley and the famous, Robbie's in Yass. Along with their well known hospitality, there was also a strong connection transport that involved some legendary companies and a love of Peterbilt Trucks. You'll absolutely love this chat that Bruce has with Robbie Wright.

Lex Gordon is one of those names synonymous with the transport industry and he led, until his passing late last year, a proud family business that spanned over 70 years. Ross Gordon is one of Lex's 13 children and he joined us on Copy Southbound to share some of the stories of this pioneer of country haulage who was renowned for his big equipment and major contributions to the Narrabri district, where his company is still based.

Long time Driver and Owner Driver Magazine contributor Ken Wilkie was recommended to us and what a great discussion it turned out to be. We love anyone who's passionate about road transport but some people go above and beyond to fight for Drivers conditions, protest laws and challenge decisions that have been made against the good of the industry. Ken is one of these people and his support of Rod Hannifey and the initial Truckright Industry Vehicle is just one example of this mans dedication to the industry we love so much.

Being Born in 1940 and raised in outback Western Australia would certainly have had its challenges and produced some tough, hard working people. Brian Brookes is one of those blokes who knew nothing but work, heat and dust but persisted with it right through his working career.

Brookesy is retired now but still very proud of his past and loved by many of our mates here at Copy Southbound. I'm sure you'll enjoy his story.

Bruce has always been in awe of Liz Martin ever since he read about her and the National Road Transport Museum Hall of Fame in Alice Springs. She was at the helm of the Hall for 25 years where she managed the day to day running's, volunteers and spectacular reunions that were recognised worldwide. But his admiration for Liz also extends to her single handed research and recording of our outback pioneers history which lead to her cataloguing as many road transport icons as she could. She still does it better than anybody to this day and it's our absolute pleasure to have Liz on Copy Southbound.

Bruce has been waiting to interview Paddy Ward ever since Copy Southbound kicked off and has always sung his praises. A talented businessman, exceptional operator and gifted restorer, Paddy was also known as being one of the nicest people in transport and is still very active in the old truck scene following his retirement some years back.

We couldn't have thought of a better way to kick off 2022.