LIVING in the country, there are many issues important to us both.

The love and closeness of our family, although separated by the miles, is most important, as we are lucky enough to have family who care and love us.

Being in a small country town, the closeness and the friendship of our wonderful neighbours are, to us, an essential part of our life.

Without these wonderful people life would be most miserable.

Finally we don't think there is a great divide between city and country folk, as is made out in the media at times, as we believe we are all in the same boat.

Kevin and Pat Polanske, Boolarra