Andrew McFarlane, a seasoned actor, was born in Albany, Western Australia, but spent his formative years on a cattle station in Queensland. Prior to pursuing his passion for acting, he studied law in Melbourne for a year, before transitioning to horticulture and eventually dedicating himself to the craft. After graduating from the prestigious National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in 1973, he secured a prominent role in Crawford's drama series "Division 4" and later became a part of the original cast of the highly acclaimed "The Sullivans".
McFarlane's notable stint on "The Flying Doctors" lasted for several years, with his departure from the show mid-season resulting in a significant decline in ratings. During his hiatus, he appeared in the feature film "Boulevard of Broken Dreams" alongside John Waters and took a year-long break from his career to live in London. In 1989, he reprised his role as Dr. Tom Callaghan on "The Flying Doctors" for another year.
Andrew McFarlane's filmography boasts a range of notable titles, including the dramatic thriller "Little White Lies" opposite Mimi Rogers, "Boulevard of Broken Dreams", ABC's "I Can't Get Stared", and the more recent "Heroes' Mountain". His television appearances span a diverse array of shows, including "Halifax f.p", "Paradise Beach", "Water Rats", "Blue Healers", and "All Saints". He has also made significant contributions to Australian theatre, with numerous productions on some of the country's largest stages.
In addition to his acting career, Andrew McFarlane has been an aspiring writer and has resided in Sydney, Australia for many years.