Growing Up, Rocky is a poignant journey through your childhood in rural Australia, revealing the profound impact of family dynamics and life’s tumultuous waves on shaping one’s character and destiny. Why was this an important book for you to write?

I wanted to show the backstory and intimate behind-the-scenes of a prominent, public family. You cannot judge others until you know their full story.

How did your family’s missionary background and rural Australia influence your perspective on life and relationships?

Watching my parents give their time, energy and love to others was inspirational. Later, even though I knew we were loved, I also realised that our family always came second, as an afterthought.

Looking back, what do you believe is the most significant lesson you learned from the challenges and experiences of your youth?

I learned to back myself, and that anything was achievable. I had two hands and a brain, the same as everyone else. How hard can it be?

What do you hope is one thing readers take away from your story?

To believe in yourself, be resilient and follow your dream. Delve deeper into relationships with your family. Things are not always as they seem. Perhaps there were reasons for neglect, as my parents also struggled with their own demons of depression and loneliness.

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