In this episode, we sit down with Annabelle Coppin, owner and manager of Yarrie Station, a fifth-generation cattle property in the East Pilbara of Western Australia—and founder of the premium beef brand, Outback Beef. From her early days studying remotely through School of the Air to managing over 250,000 hectares of country, Annabelle shares the heart, grit and vision behind a life devoted to the land. She opens up about: 🌾 What it means to carry on a family legacy 🛫 Her journey from t...

We’re joined by the warm and whip-smart voice behind Tara Farms, the much-loved YouTube and Instagram account followed by thousands who love a behind-the-scenes peek at real Aussie sheep farming. Tara may keep her exact location private for good reason, but what she shares openly is her incredible knowledge, dedication, and deep-rooted passion for agriculture. From sunrise musters to feeding the poddies, Tara gives us a refreshing and authentic view into life on a sheep property—and how she b...

In this powerful and grounded episode, we sit down with Gillian Fennell—beef producer, ag leader, social media truth-teller and rural mother of three—whose raw honesty and sharp insight have made her a standout voice in Australian agriculture. Broadcasting from the vast isolation of Lambina Station in remote South Australia, Gillian opens up about life on the land, stepping into leadership and why “just surviving” is sometimes the proudest achievement of all. We explore: Her unconventional pa...

Nicole McNaughton, CEO of the Food and Agribusiness Network (FAN) — one of Australia’s leading food industry clusters. Nicole shares her incredible journey from working in global marketing and tourism to now leading an innovative and powerful network of over 400 food and agribusiness members across the Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Noosa, Moreton Bay, and beyond. In this episode, we chat about: How FAN began and what sparked its creation Why collaboration is a game-changer for regiona...

Proud Samep woman and changemaker Libby Cook-Black joins the podcast for a powerful and deeply personal episode about sport, identity, and creating change. Born on Thursday Island and raised across two worlds, Libby has worn many hats—former Australian Rugby League Jillaroo, Queensland Reds Rugby Sevens player, and participant in the Indigenous Marathon Foundation. But it's her role as the founder of The Female Co, a not-for-profit focused on bridging the opportunity gap for women and girls i...

We saddle up with two dynamic women rewriting the rulebook on what it means to work in ag. Meet Edwina Doery and Ruby Buchanan, the powerhouse duo behind Uwannagoforabeer Contracting—a name that’s as cheeky as it is unforgettable. In their 20s, these two mates launched their own contracting business, armed with motorbikes, working dogs, and grit. But don’t be fooled by the dust and denim—behind the handlebars are a qualified nurse and a law graduate who have built a life that balances study, ...

I’m joined by Kate Quinn and Emily Day, two full-time artists who turned their love of floral still life into a creative movement — Bloom Art Experiences. Born from a desire to make art more accessible, especially in regional Australia, Bloom was created to provide supportive, joyful and high-quality painting workshops for people of all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or a hobbyist, Bloom is about more than just painting — it’s about connection, creative self-care, and finding joy in ...

Monday 24th March 2025 -Over the past week, communities across South West Queensland have been dealt a devastating blow. Places like Stonehenge, Windorah, Adavale, Quilpie, Eromanga, Jundah and across the Channel Country have been swallowed by floodwaters. Homes inundated. Yards washed out. Millions of hectares under water. If you’ve had your head in the sand, now is the time to tune in. What’s happening out here is unfathomable. And behind every flood warning is a family. A farm. A future no...

Fee May, a woman whose journey has taken her from the paddocks of rural Australia to the world of photography, storytelling, and entrepreneurship. Fee has worn many hats—farmer, agritourism leader, business owner, and now a creative force behind rural and regional marketing. We dive into her remarkable career shifts, from running a pastured pork farm and agritourism venture in Toowoomba to launching the successful Toowoomba Farmers' Market, and ultimately, finding a new purpose through photog...

Shannon Speight, a vet-turned-entrepreneur who has made waves in the beef industry. From growing up in a family that moved around for mining work to working as a jillaroo in the NT, Shannon’s journey into agriculture wasn’t a straight path—but it’s been a remarkable one. Shannon shares how her experiences as a vet in Charters Towers and Longreach shaped her understanding of the beef supply chain and ultimately led her to co-found Black Box, a game-changing data analytics company for livestock...

Kimmie Cameron, a rural mother, grazier, and The Rural Dietitian. Kimmie’s journey is one of resilience, love, and finding purpose through both heartbreak and opportunity. Growing up in Western Queensland, Kimmie’s career took her into the world of nutrition and dietetics, where she built a name for herself in regional health. But after moving to New England, NSW, and marrying her husband Sando, her life took on new challenges—juggling motherhood, rural life, and eventually, navigating immens...

Stephanie Trethewey, the powerhouse behind Motherland, a national movement dedicated to supporting rural mothers across Australia. Named the 2024 Australian of the Year for Tasmania, Stephanie has transformed her own struggles with isolation and postnatal depression into a platform that connects and empowers rural women. A former television journalist, Stephanie made the leap from city life to rural Tasmania in 2019, an experience that was both beautiful and deeply challenging. Through her jo...

When it comes to work shirts, we all value quality and durability—especially in the agricultural industry, where spending long days under the hot sun or in the chill of cooler months is just part of the job. Enter Maddie Beatty, who, along with three others, started playing around with the idea of creating a work shirt brand that would capture their adventures from the sea to the stations. From this idea, Hide to Tide was born. Nearly four years later, Maddie has taken over the reins entirely...

For many years now, New Zealand-born Fiona Baird has been bringing fun, fashion, and an incredible work ethic to her role as a stockwoman on live export shipments from Australia throughout Southeast Asia. Her story stands out because, despite the grit and grime of working with animals all day, she maintains her high style standards with well-done hair and bold red lipstick and a touch of chanel perfume. However, Fiona’s journey wasn’t always centered on live exports. She has lived a vibrant l...

This week on the podcast, we're thrilled to introduce Jade Mackay, a dynamic marketing consultant and rural business woman whose diverse journey bridges both urban and rural landscapes. Jade currently resides in Goondiwindi with her husband, Jack, and their 3-year-old son, Tom. Jack, an agronomist by trade, manages his own farm, growing wheat, barley, and chickpeas.Jade's career path has been marked by pivotal moments and bold decisions, including a major shift at 35 when she realized that ci...

Welcome Jill Kelly to the podcast. For over a decade, Jill has served as a district vet for Local Land Services in Western NSW, providing invaluable support to farmers with ruminant nutrition, welfare, and farm sustainability. When she's not dissecting sheep carcasses, Jill unleashes her creative side as a painter, known by the handle Miss Vet.The phrase, "When the going gets tough, the tough get going," truly embodies Jill's spirit. During the drought in 2011, while the #BuyFromTheBush Campa...

In this episode, we delve into Sahra's remarkable journey. Choosing love, she met her husband Hamish, a farmer, and became a mom in 2017. This new chapter brought its challenges, including postpartum depression, but Sahra navigated through it with resilience. Her vibrant past includes dynamic stints in the hospitality and fashion industries, roles in federal and state government, and launching her own business at just 25. Now, Sahra enjoys the rhythm of agricultural life, finding peace in her...

Primrose Sturrock, 38, hails from Drillham, QLD, and grew up on a 25,000-acre, fourth-generation mixed grazing and farming operation between St. George and Dirranbandi. The youngest of three sisters, she attended St. George State School and later, Clayfield College in Brisbane for her secondary education. Despite achieving a high OP score, Primrose eschewed university in favour of hands-on experience. She spent her gap year breaking horses in western QLD before working with top trai...

Bronte Austin, a 29-year-old agricultural powerhouse from Rockhampton. Bronte shares her journey from boarding school to becoming an animal production specialist. She discusses her education, including a gap year mustering on properties around her home of Yarka and studying agriculture at the University of New England. Bronte's career spans roles across Nutrien Roma, and currently Nutrien Rockhampton. She highlights pivotal moments, such as overcoming workplace challenges and creating her cur...