Personal Life
Grant was born in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. Since 1996, Grant has been the official face of The Spastic Centre's Technology Department. When not travelling around Australia, he actively works to raise awareness for children and adults with cerebral palsy and the importance technology plays in their lives.
Grant has been a passionate spokesperson on drought and its devastating effects on Australian Families. In March 2003, Grant revealed his own private battle to save his family's 100 year old farm. Since then, he has continued his quest to lobby and encourage more assistance and backing for drought-stricken families and communities.
He is married to TV producer Cheryl Rogers, and they have one daughter born 9 May 2011.
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