by Nick Rowe
The Andrews Foundation marked its 40th anniversary last November - four decades of contributing to health, education, and community projects across eastern Victoria, with Baw Baw Shire among the biggest beneficiaries.
The Andrews Foundation is a Perpetual Charitable Trust established in 1984 by Ron Andrews, an entrepreneur who lived and operated his businesses predominantly in the south east region of Victoria. Starting from humble beginnings, Andrews built successful enterprises in quarrying, construction materials, property development, aged care, and farming. His desire was to give back to the communities that supported his journey and to create a lasting, positive impact across the region.

Duncan Smith, one of the foundation's trustees, said the trustees met three