This remarkable couple are responsible for establishing the Sandford Folk music festival which brings visitors to our region.

In this interview with Trish and Gary Williams we hear about his childhood growing up in Sandford and Casterton.

The cubs and scouts were important friendship groups for Gary before he joined the Army at 15 years of age.

He met Trish as part of dancing classes with the army when he was 16 years and she was 15 years old.

While Gary pursued his army career, Trish trained as a Primary School teacher, worked in early childhood education and wrote a children's book, while raising 2 children.

Once Gary left the army the couple worked together in various business ventures in different states of Australia before returning to live in Casterton.

The couple are keen to give back to the community and support young talented musicians.