Our Byron Community with Chris Hanley
Our Byron community is a podcast that explores the unique and diverse community here in Byron Bay. From how people ended up here to the thriving business scene, we cover a wide range of topics that make our community so special. We dive deep into the stories and experiences of locals, and share insights on everything from sustainability and wellness to art and culture. Whether you're a longtime resident or a visitor, join us as we celebrate and explore all things Byron!
Our Byron Community with Chris Hanley
Andy Plummer — Creativity, Reinvention and Becoming an Artist in Retirement
In this episode, Chris sits down with Andy Plummer.
Andy reflects on growing up with a father in the military, a childhood shaped by movement, change, and the need to continually adapt. He talks about how those early experiences influenced his sense of identity and reinvention, and how creativity became a constant through periods of transition.
The conversation also explores Andy’s time working as a mining engineer, the contrast between technical work and creative expression, and how that chapter of his life helped clarify what he was missing and what he wanted to move toward. Andy shares how art, teaching, and community-based work became ways of reconnecting with purpose, wellbeing, and belonging.
Together they discuss creativity as a grounding force, the importance of making space for expression, and the quiet responsibility of contributing to community over time. It’s a thoughtful episode about change, continuity, and finding alignment between how you live and what you create.
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