Meet the Team
- Dealer Principal
- Sales
- Service
- Parts
- General Contacts
Dealer Principal
Tim Barrett
Dealer Principal
More about Tim
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
Great food,
coffee and people
How long have you worked in the motor industry?:
Since 1999
Footy team?:
The mighty Bombers!
Favorite music?:
Country & Western
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Golf, restaurants and family
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Landcruiser – Because it’s the King of the Road!
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Genuine, honest, caring, considerate,
personal, trustworthy, relaxed, no frills - but still professional
Sales Team
Leon Yeates
General Manager
More about Leon
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
It’s a
beautiful town with great scenery, cafes, restaurants and people.
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
I started in Spare Parts
before commencing in sales in 1998.
Footy team?:
Essendon
Favorite music?:
I have a diverse range of music taste from The
Beatles/U2/Queen to The FooFighters/Wolfmother/Metallica and pretty much everything in
between.
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
I’m a very keen cyclist, love going
for weekend drives through the scenic countryside, I spend as much time as possible with
my family & friends, I’m absolutely addicted to Formula 1, enjoy watching motorsport &
cycling and listening to music.
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
The Rav4 Cruiser Hybrid, it’s a brilliant car and is
fantastic value for money.
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
A relaxed no pressure environment where
our guests feel comfortable and enjoy the experience.
Favorite quote:
Whether you think you can or think you can’t you’re right
Nathan Thompson
Sales Manager
More about Nathan
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
The café’s
How long have you worked in the motor industry?:
Since 2015
Footy team?:
Kyneton Tigers
Favorite music?:
Dragon
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Sunday arvo drinks at a local
establishment
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Hilux – multi-use, 4x4, collect your wood… does it
all!
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Laid back country service
Favorite quote:
“It’s in the fridge” Leo from Celebrations
Matthew Barrett
Business Manager
More about Matthew
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
The fresh air and the scenery
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
originally 2010 but back in it as of 2021
Footy team?:
Essendon
Favorite music?:
Old school classics
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Watch any sport, fishing,
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Hilux, handy and versatile
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Genuine, honest, there for each other!
Clinton Sutton
New & Used Vehicle Sales
More about Clinton
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
The people!
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
Since 2000- I started as an
apprentice mechanic and now work in sales!
Footy team?:
Geelong
Favorite music?:
New and old
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Spending time with the family
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Corolla Hybrids – the fuel efficiency & benefits of
hybrid
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Offering the highest level of service.
Dave Barrett
New & Used Vehicle Sales
More about Dave
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
Since 2015
Footy team?:
Essendon
Favorite music?:
Acoustic
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Play music
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Rav4 – it’s a dream to drive!
Favorite quote:
“To infinity & beyond!”
Jordan Barrett
New & Used Vehicle Sales
More about Jordan
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
The people. Always a friendly smile when you’re dealing with Kyneton locals
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
August 2021
Footy team?:
Essendon
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
I love to play golf, if only I was better at it I would enjoy it more.
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Corolla – Nearly everyone has had a corolla in their lifetime and they just never let you down.
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
When you can walk in and everyone speaks to you as if they were your best mate.
Jordon Vardon
New & Used Vehicle Sales
More about Jordon
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
The openness
of the area, you don’t get that claustrophobic feeling. I like the freedom.
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
Since 2019
Footy team?:
Richmond
Favorite music?:
Pop
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
I just work and work hard!
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Toyota Soarer – I love the way it looks. As a kid I
always wanted one and now I own one!
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Country hospitality, people are nicer in
the country!
Service Team
Rod Fawcett
Service Manager
More about Rod
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
The people and
the restaurants
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
Since 1980
Footy team?:
The Mighty Blue Baggers
Favorite music?:
Anything and Everything… (except death metal!)
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Spend quality time with my family
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Hilux… just luv it!
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Developing an ongoing relationship with
our guests and making sure they leave our place with a smile…
Favorite quote:
“Life is about choices” Graeme Brown.
Hayden Watts
Service Advisor
More about Hayden
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
My favorite thing about the Macedon ranges is the tight knit community and the wide selection of quality cafés and restaurants.
How long have you worked in the motor industry?:
December 2020
Footy team?:
Essendon
Favorite music?:
Rock
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
In my spare time I like to go rock climbing, 4x4 driving camping and fishing.
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
The Toyota GT 86. Beautiful looking car and drives like a dream.
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Country feel is a very homely feeling, getting to know everyone by a first name basis
Matt Spinner
Service Advisor
More about Matt
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
Since 2004
Footy team?:
Carlton
Favorite music?:
All music
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Working on my cars
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Crown Majesta – because it’s a classic!
Joel Harrower
Workshop Controller
More about Joel
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
The weather.
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
Since 1992
Footy team?:
Collingwood
Favorite music?:
Various types.
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Golf / Watch sport.
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
V6 Camry.
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Friendly.
Favorite quote:
Don’t stress.
Parts Team
Paul Westerling
Parts Manager
More about Paul
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
Its weather is
awesome!
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
Since 1990
Favorite music?:
All – except Country
Gavin Simons
Parts Interpreter
More about Gavin
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
The friendly people & scenery, places to go & explore
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
1992
Footy team?:
Collingwood
Favorite music?:
Country music
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Gardening , watching sport
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
2019 kluger , like the look & drives beautiful
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Friendly people, safe surroundings, people always willing to help & smiling faces
General Contacts
Ricky Turner
Financial Controller
More about Ricky
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
The history
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
Since 2009
Footy team?:
Richmond
Favorite music?:
70’s
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Spending time with my Daughter.
Movies, TV, Lawn Bowls.
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Hybrid Camry – good size, safety, fuel economy,
enough power
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Respect and care
Leeanne Lenan
Accounts
More about Leeanne
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
Autumn
How long have you worked in the motor industry?:
Since 2016
Footy team?:
North Melbourne
Favorite music?:
A bit of everything
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Catching up with friends and family
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Personal
Rio Paulo
Courtesy Driver/Cleaner
More about Rio
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
Knowing all
the local people
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
Since 2016
Favorite music?:
Various
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Walking!
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
The New Rav4!
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Warm welcome, friendliness to all
people. It feels like home.
Favorite quote:
“What goes around comes around”
Libby Thompson
Reception/Administration
More about Libby
What is your favorite thing about Kyneton & the Macedon Ranges?:
Being part of a close, friendly community
When did you start working in the motor industry?:
November 2021
Footy Team?:
Whoever is winning!
Favorite music?:
Old-school classics from the eighties
What do you like to do in your spare time?:
Retail therapy & catching up with friends
Favorite Toyota car, why?:
Prado because they're beautiful to drive and high enough for me to see over the steering wheel!
What does “Country feel” mean to you?:
Authenticity and honesty
Favorite quote:
“It is what it is”