The world has recognized that we are competitive. It used to be, how much are we going to lose by? Then we'd try to close that gap during the game. Now, when we step on the world stage, we expect to win.

We'll want to get a feel for how balls bounce off the fence and get used to the field.

There still seems to be a lack of film for the baby boomer generation, if you'd like to call it that. And I think 'Martin Bonner' showed what's possible. Later in life, when you've been working at something for a long time, to actually get some kudos for what you do is wonderful.

I've always felt I had the talent. I've done a lot in my life. I've written, been in bands, done live TV for a network in Perth. I'm well-trained when it comes to being on a set, which gives you freedom.

The wide world is all before us-- But a world without a friend.

To be matter of fact about the world is to blunder into fantasy -- and dull fantasy at that, as the real world is strange and wonderful.