About Us

The Barra Man gives young people real skills for the real world in a no-nonsense Aussie voice for teens, parents, and schools.

Meet Brent “The Barra Man” Stevenson

From Backyard Chats to a National Voice

Brent Stevenson, The Barra Man, is a hardworking Aussie dad, former avid cricketer, and property investor who built a good life the old-fashioned way—through grit, discipline, and showing up.

When his own son started to lose focus and push boundaries, he realised something big:

Kids today are learning plenty in school—but not always the life skills that truly matter.

So he started sharing “backyard wisdom” with his kids at The Barra Fun Park in Townsville. Those honest chats turned into a book, a brand, and a mission:

To raise a generation of grounded, respectful young Aussies who take ownership of their lives.

The Values Behind the Voice

Respect

Start with yourself: how you talk, act, and carry yourself
Show respect to parents, teachers, coaches, and strangers
Understand that respect is earned, not demanded

Responsibility

Own your choices instead of blaming everyone else
Do what you say you’ll do
Learn that effort, not excuses, shapes your future

Resilience

Life will knock you down; the trick is getting back up
Learn from mistakes instead of sulking about them
Ask for help when you need it—real toughness isn’t silence

“Be a doer, not a drifter.”

Ways to Work With The Barra Man

The Book

A practical, entertaining guide to real-world life skills for teens and young adults. It’s a great starting point for home, school, and youth groups’ discussions.

School Talks & Workshops

Live sessions for students, staff, and parents on topics such as respect, resilience, responsibility, and modern masculinity. The workshops are tailored to your school’s needs and age groups.

Future Courses & Online Resources

Online life-skills course for teens and families, along with video content for schools and youth programs.