My cartooning career started at Fairfax, during the setting up of the Gold Coast Weekend Herald in 1993. I was invited to illustrate letters to the editor and the points of interest section 'InTouch'. Each week was a joy for me, reading letters and snipets of information inturn selecting 3 for illustration. I try to give my reader something humourous and informative to think about. My aim is have them realise a punch line then to feel satisfied having worked it out. I integrate second and hidden meanings in my toons.     CHINK IN THE ARMOUR; "Did you know the tie had its origins in the 17th century, the period of the Thirty Years War in Europe. The introduction of light cavalry brought about the elimination of armour, except for breast and back plates. To avoid chafing, a strip of cloth was wound around the neck and tucked inside the top edge of the armour. It also kept the edge of the shirt secure around the neck."