Country pub owner proud to keep 'heartbeat' of town going at 86
From the air force to abattoirs, Jim Pohl has had a colourful career, but a chance comment saw him become a country pub icon in Western Australia.
Jim Pohl, an 86-year-old publican, is proud to preserve the heartbeat of his town at his country pub. He owns 16 pubs in regional Western Australia, including one in Perenjori, where he works alongside his son, Kirk. Jim's journey into pub ownership began after receiving a piece of advice from his boss. He started with a pub south of Perth and expanded his business to include North Dandalup and other locations.
Jim believes that the pub is the heart of a country town, where people come together to enjoy good food, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging. He is dedicated to providing excellent service and maintaining a warm atmosphere for his patrons. Despite the challenges posed by a cyclone that damaged his Perenjori Hotel in 2021, Jim and Kirk chose to rebuild and reopened the hotel in 2023.
The pub continues to welcome regular customers, and Jim attributes his success to the people who frequent his establishment.
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