Robert "Beansprout" Long: Living a remote life in Westland

From Summer Times, 9:45 am on 14 January 2025

Last week, we spoke to Natalie McCondach about what it's like living on a remote island with only her partner for company.

Robert Long, also known as Beansprout, has been living a remote life for over 40 years.

He and his wife Catherine live at Gorge River in Westland, a two day walk from the town of Haast.

He joins Anna to explain how living a solitary life doesn't have to be a lonely life.

Robert "Beansprout" Long

Robert "Beansprout" Long Photo: Supplied/Robert Long