Open Cover

Part 1

These 6 pictures below are only a part of my many life journeys. Inside this website are many more — creating a collection of stories which I hope bring some entertainment and enjoyment to your world.

There is a deeper explanation of this in the Part 1 page marker.

Ocean View from Glenburn Station Batch
Glenburn Station Batch View
Glenburn Station Batch
Glenburn Station Batch
Mount Ruapehu Crater Lake
Ruapehu Crater Lake Tramp
Melbourne 1979
Moved to Melbourne 1979
Mini Moke Sydney 1982
Moved to Sydney 1980
Formula 1 Tunnel Racing Lake Rotoiti
Formula 1 Boat Racing

The End

Welcome to As It Was Now And Then

This project is about me, my story, my thoughts, and my way of giving something back. At 66, I’ve decided that instead of spending spare hours on hobbies or distractions, I’m putting my time into building this website. It’s part autobiography, part experiment, and part dream — a living book where the past, the present, and the future meet.

Part 1 & The End

Part 1 begins with the first 40 years of my life: real stories, written honestly. The End will continue with the next 40 — where I am now, and where life is heading.

A donation of $50 is required to unlock these chapters. It’s not just a donation — it’s your way of joining the journey. Explore the page markers and you’ll see exactly how your support is used.

Why I’m Doing This

I want to create something transparent and different — where support doesn’t vanish into the unknown, but instead becomes part of a bigger cycle of giving back. This project is my chance to share, to build, and to leave behind something meaningful.

Your Part in It

By supporting this project, you’re helping create a cycle of support, stories, and shared rewards. Every page marker explains how the donations are used, how the Lifeline Tokens work, and how the project gives back. Nothing is hidden — you’ll see where it all goes.

👉 Explore the page markers and let’s see where this journey can go.

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