Stories from the Verandah are self-contained short stories written and narrated by Roger Underwood AM, who has been recognised for decades of service to forestry and bushfire management in WA. ... These stories were edited by Jenny Davis AM, produced by Tony Howes, and recorded at Theatre 180 in Como with a soundscape created by Edo Brands. Roger has over 60 years’ experience as a firefighter, a district, regional and research manager in WA forests, and a bushfire consultant in Australia and overseas. A pioneer of aerial burning and the use of fire spotter aircraft. General Manager of the Department of Conservation and Land Management in WA (1985-94), and later, Director of a consultancy practice with a focus on bushfire management. The author of numerous scientific papers, articles and books on bushfire management and bushfire and forest history in WA. Founder (in 2003), and Chairman (for 20 years), of the Bushfire Front. Roger was awarded a National Medal for 15 years fire service and became a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 2019 in recognition of his contribution to bushfire management and history.
