b'An advocate for regionsRachel Chapman I joined TBB for the diversity of projectsMy first planning site tour as a post graduate student and clients, and for the opportunity to makewas hosted by one of TBBs founding partners, Russell a contribution to planning in the regions.Taylor, who I soon learnt had a passion for planning in the regions, having prepared most of the original town planning Having started my degree in geology beforeschemes and townsite development plans in WA.Having transferring to anthropology, archaeologyspent a year progressing my post graduate studies, my and geography and landing in urban andfirst job as a planner conveniently landed me in the Country regional planning - it was quite clear myPlanning section of the Department of Planning and Urban Development, under the tutorship of Peter Driscoll - a legend interest lay in people and places.in regional planning.After 10 years developing my skills, I had a strong desire to expand my experience as a town planner and put my knowledge into practice.I wanted to be involved in the preparation of large scale planning documents, including structure plans for townsites and urban release areas. So when I got a call from Ben De Marchi asking if I was interested in joining TBB, I jumped at the chance. 58'