Podcasts about North East Victoria

We all dream of that near-untouched water, the place where solitude meets success, and the fish are bigger and more plentiful. But is a secret spot really the key to better fishing? And how hard is it to find your own?In this episode, we reveal what it takes to discover your own secret spot—and it's easier than you might think. While we'll focus on trout fishing, the insights from our guest apply no matter where or what you fish for.Andrew is joined by Mick Hurren, a seasoned guide and cinematographer from Yea, North-East Victoria. Mick has the most extensive playbook of secret spots we've ever come across—so we've bribed him with beer to spill his secrets.Whether you're after trophy trout or just looking for a little more water to yourself, this episode will give you the tools to find your own secret spot.

In this episode I am joined on the couch by Gordon Wallace of North East Experience and Mick Thompson aka Sambar Seeker. Gordon and Michael are very accomplished sambar hunters in their own right. Thomo is one of Australia's most successful sambar bowhunters and Gordo has taken on the ambitious task of guiding sambar hunters! We cover their individual journeys from growing up together and taking their first sambar to where they are now and future ambitions. Gordon hosts the “North East Meet and Greet”, an annual event held in the Kiewa Valley in North East Victoria. We break down the beginnings of the event and where Gordon hopes to take it in the future. Thomo gave himself the challenge of self filming his sambar hunts. He talks us through that process and how he makes the most of his opportunities while running his own business and having a young family. This is a great conversation that covers many topics. There are heaps of laughs plenty of tactics and insights shared. Hope you enjoy it!

We sit down with David Pendleton, founder of Stone Hill View, to hear his inspiring story of leaving corporate life in Melbourne for a self-sufficient, sustainable lifestyle in North East Victoria. From crafting eco-friendly products using recycled wool to running a thriving family farm, David shares how his passion for the land and love for simple, tactile products shaped his business and his life.

Meet Jades husband - Charlie Showers. Perched at the kitchen table, this  conversation is steered by questions received from listeners. For an oft reserved gent, Charlie emotionally opens the doors about why he leans into the 'uncomfortable' to realise his humanity, to the grief of facing his own mortality, taking his boys through rites of passage and why regenerative farming has been the perfect laboratory to spur his curiosity about systems, our connection to biological processes and being brave enough to do the opposite of what the mainstream insist on when fighting for a life of perpetuity for humanity.Learn what 'exudate' means and how it could be the chance for all of us to leave life instead of destruction behind us  and what he want's done with his teeth when he dies. Links You'll LovePandoras SeedSupport the Show:Casual Support - Buy Me A CoffeeRegular Support - PatreonBuy the Book - Futuresteading - Live Like tomorrow mattersWe chatted about:Sharing a common vision but not always sharing the same timing ambitionsMovement has power - just start & collectively the energies come togetherThe value of being a curious poly-jobistWhy bringing a dream to fruition is impatience filled when the vision is so clearHis experience of taking his boys through rites of passageWhere he wants to be buriedNumbing yourself with the anaesthetic of netflixRelishing the chance to build deeper ritual in his lifeEmbracing discomfortBeing a morning person through & throughHis enough: a daily reflection - what's enough for him spiritually & to be who he truly isAlso asking - what will I strip away but what do I need more of: cultural depth, His desire to explore an extremely simple existence - stripping back his farming 'needs'Moving away from the word 'farming' - becoming hyper experimental in the way he produces food on countryMoving away from the loaded word of 'farming'Exploring the edges of the system we are all ensconced inWhat the landscape he stewards evokes in him  & being a proud contributor to the Alpine Valleys of North East Victoria. "I'm yearning to be surrounded by people who are connected to place not just for the sake of it but because its important to living in a deep The intimate beauty of hosting on farm Wwoofers (volunteers)Composting op shop shirts when they literally fall off his backBeing a banjo playing hack, brewing moonshine, anti authoritarianCollecting TeethStorytelling: An important part of sharing culture. Digesting complex informationThe complexity of being the partner of someone who has such a strong callingCultural anaestheticsThe journeys he has left in him - entwined in an exploration of self and elderhoodInner work for the benefit of then serving his community around himModifying Black Barn Farm so it becomes a much more community spaceBuilding a community of practice where the sum of the parts are greater than the whole.Exudate: providing things for the benefit of other things.You can go through life and the exhaust that comes out of the back of you does not have to be waste, rather than a product that contributes to the building of more life.Support the show

Mountain Yuzu is located on the foothills of the Australian Alps in North East Victoria. It is here where Jane Casey and her husband Brian grow an array of unique cold climate culinary citrus including Yuzu, Sudachi, Bergamot and Chinotto. https://mountainyuzu.com.au/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5 Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent  https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Mountain Yuzu is located on the foothills of the Australian Alps in North East Victoria. It is here where Jane Casey and her husband Brian grow an array of unique cold climate culinary citrus including Yuzu, Sudachi, Bergamot and Chinotto. https://mountainyuzu.com.au/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5 Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent  https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Mountain Yuzu is located on the foothills of the Australian Alps in North East Victoria. It is here where Jane Casey and her husband Brian grow an array of unique cold climate culinary citrus including Yuzu, Sudachi, Bergamot and Chinotto. https://mountainyuzu.com.au/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5 Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent  https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Join us as we follow the journey of Riley McGillivray, a name synonymous with endurance and skill in the Australian enduro scene. With seven national titles under his belt, Riley is now setting his sights beyond the familiar trails of North East Victoria, aiming to make his mark in the prestigious GNCC race series in the USA. In this video, we delve into Riley's roots in the rugged landscapes of Victoria, where his bond with his bike and the track began. We'll explore his journey with KTM Australia, celebrating the victories and the relentless drive that has defined his career thus far. As Riley prepares to take on new challenges and terrains, we'll give you a glimpse into his world - the rigorous training, the strategy behind each race, and the mindset of a champion ready to embrace the international circuit. Follow along for an honest and inspiring look at what it takes to transition from a national hero to an international contender. Make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications to not miss any updates on Riley McGillivray's racing adventures. This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to http://athleticgreens.com/offtrack

If you like a good fishing story… you'll enjoy this episode. I sat down for almost two hours to chat with Jake Miles all about his fishing story and North East Victoria. Jake covers fishing on the Ovens River, Lake Eildon, Lake Buffalo and the Murray River. He shares his story about how he moved to Australia and learnt how to fish well after school. Quite a different story to many, and he shares how he overcame the hurdles of learning to fish, starting with Trout and advancing to Murray Cod. This is a great yarn full of plenty of laughs and banter. Enjoy!   In this episode: 2:40 – Jake's story and background – how he got started in fishing. 14:00 – The next step of learning in Jakes's journey chasing Murray Cod. 27:30 – Jake's first metre cod story. 34:50 – Fishing Small Rivers in North East VIC – Ovens River. 42:45 – Fishing the Murray River. 48:30 – Fishing Lake Buffalo. 1:01:00 – Jake's experience at Lake Eildon. 1:15:30 – The story of Outback Adventures Australia YouTube channel and content. 1:30:00 – Jake's dream trip. 1:35:30 – Story of Jake's Biggest Ovens River Cod.   For more information on freshwater fishing head to: www.socialfishing.com.au

In 2017, Queensland artist and curator, Cara-Ann Simpson spent almost a year in hospital with a severe brain infection. She was later diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and neurosarcoidosis. Cara-Ann had to relearn to walk and speak clearly. Creativity gave her back a sense of belonging.At the rehab centre, Cara-Ann's partner, Michael, would take her into the gardens where she would pick flowers and then arrange them in plastic cups back in her room. This was the beginning of her way back to art practice, and of regaining hope for a future.The practice followed her home and grew into the in-person and online exhibition, Furari Flores (latin for Stealing Flowers).Cara-Ann has been an artist for over 18 years. She's also a curator, educator, author and consultant. Her background encompasses the arts, culture, heritage, tourism, festival and land management sectors.In this episode, Cara-Ann shares her with us her childhood, the challenges and opportunities in pursuing a career as a professional artist, her health journey and its impact on her art, and her latest exhibition which is a multisensory experience that engages sight, sound, touch, and smell, providing a unique and immersive art experience. Cara-Ann also gives us a little insight into living in a shearing shed. Furari Flores will be at the University of Southern Queensland Art Gallery (Toowoomba Campus) 8 January to 16 February 2024 and available online.Also mentioned in this episodeCara-Ann Simpson - https://caraannsimpson.com/Flying Art Alliance - https://flyingarts.org.au/Institute of Art and Olfaction - https://artandolfaction.com/Nicole Jankins - https://www.nicolejakins.com.au/Tinker Art School - https://www.tinkerart.com.au/You can read our feature story on Cara-Ann in OAK Magazine Issue 13.ABOUT OUR SPONSOR VIVIENNE CATEDo you love the idea of taking the hard work out of shopping, knowing that someone else has curated for you endless apparel and homewares options that are high quality, often hand-made and always beautiful?At Vivienne Cate, the focus is on natural fibres and a timeless, earthy style. You'll find high quality clothing in classic styles; unique homewares such as cowhides and handmade ceramics; gorgeous aromatherapy-based skin and body products and so much more.Karen, from Vivienne Cate, is all about connection and understanding what you need, and she offers a personal styling service by appointment.Karen loves to support other regional women in business and has a wide network of talented friends from all over the country, whose work she stocks in store in the beautiful regional town of Yackandandah, in North East Victoria.The Vivienne Cate website mirrors the charm of the bricks-and-mortar store, ensuring you can access the same carefully selected items with just a click.Explore Vivienne Cate via the website or follow on Instagram. ABOUT OAK MAGAZINEThis episode was hosted by Kimberley Furness, founder + editor of OAK Magazine. We are...

Artist and maker Sarah Ryan puts the perfect blend of nostalgia and vintage charm into Quandialla Candle Co. Rather than be stressed by burning the business candle at both ends, she has created a way of working to suit her lifestyle and her brain. Sarah's handcrafted soy candles hit the market over a decade ago. It's a one person show run on the family farm by the artist and former secondary art school teacher.Sarah's small batch candles suit a range of décors, while giving the nod to the vintage and intricate design of the nouveau art deco periods.Sarah stays interested in the candles because they offer her an evolving creative project. There's always a new product range, designs to tweak and scents to conjure.Some key takeaways and lessons from this episode:Setting shorter-term goals and not putting too much pressure on oneself can lead to a more manageable and successful year.Increasing the number of products and seeking exposure through interviews can significantly impact sales and brand visibility.Collaborating with other creatives can lead to new opportunities and ventures.Embracing and maintaining a manageable business size can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling work-life experience.Being open about neurodivergent experiences can lead to self-discovery and understanding.Also mentioned in this episode, Kate Barclay Photography, Belinda Mawhinney and The Collective Grenfell, Red Tractor Designs and She Makes News.You can read our feature story on Sarah in OAK Magazine Issue 13.ABOUT OUR SPONSOR VIVIENNE CATEDo you love the idea of taking the hard work out of shopping, knowing that someone else has curated for you endless apparel and homewares options that are high quality, often hand-made and always beautiful?At Vivienne Cate, the focus is on natural fibres and a timeless, earthy style. You'll find high quality clothing in classic styles; unique homewares such as cowhides and handmade ceramics; gorgeous aromatherapy-based skin and body products and so much more.Karen, from Vivienne Cate, is all about connection and understanding what you need, and she offers a personal styling service by appointment.Karen loves to support other regional women in business and has a wide network of talented friends from all over the country, whose work she stocks in store in the beautiful regional town of Yackandandah, in North East Victoria.The Vivienne Cate website mirrors the charm of the bricks-and-mortar store, ensuring you can access the same carefully selected items with just a click.Explore Vivienne Cate via the website or follow on Instagram. ABOUT OAK MAGAZINEThis episode was hosted by Kimberley Furness, founder + editor of OAK Magazine. We are a proudly independent media publisher dedicated to sharing stories and amplifying voices of female change makers and women in business in regional and rural Australia. OAK is an award winning community...

In over 20 years as a professional photographer, Honey Atkinson has heard every reason why women hate themselves and don't want their picture taken. With her online phone photography course, Honey is sharing skills and ideas so they can show up as their best self (ie).Photographer. Videographer. Educator. It's all Honey ever wanted to do, and she's still doing it.In the first half of business life, Honey had staff and a commercial space (and a lot more pressure). She'd photograph families each year, and each year mums would opt out, erasing themselves from the family history. After moving to Camden, NSW, Honey moved into brand photography and video for down-to-earth women and female-led brands with a rural presence. Honey loves teaching other small business owners how much can be achieved with phone cameras and natural light, and runs a successful online phone photography course alongside her business. In this episode, we discuss Honey's commitment to empowering women and promoting positive body image, the challenges of re-establishing her photography business when she moved from Queensland to NSW, and the importance of photos and videos that tell your unique story and help your business thrive. Honey also shares her tips for taking better photos using your phone.You can read our feature story on Honey in OAK Magazine Issue 13.ABOUT OUR SPONSOR VIVIENNE CATEDo you love the idea of taking the hard work out of shopping, knowing that someone else has curated for you endless apparel and homewares options that are high quality, often hand-made and always beautiful?At Vivienne Cate, the focus is on natural fibres and a timeless, earthy style. You'll find high quality clothing in classic styles; unique homewares such as cowhides and handmade ceramics; gorgeous aromatherapy-based skin and body products and so much more.Karen, from Vivienne Cate, is all about connection and understanding what you need, and she offers a personal styling service by appointment.Karen loves to support other regional women in business and has a wide network of talented friends from all over the country, whose work she stocks in store in the beautiful regional town of Yackandandah, in North East Victoria.The Vivienne Cate website mirrors the charm of the bricks-and-mortar store, ensuring you can access the same carefully selected items with just a click.Explore Vivienne Cate via the website or follow on Instagram. ABOUT OAK MAGAZINEThis episode was hosted by Kimberley Furness, founder + editor of OAK Magazine. We are a proudly independent media publisher dedicated to sharing stories and amplifying voices of female change makers and women in business in regional and rural Australia. OAK is an award winning community ecosystem of print, digital, audio and events. We have demonstrated outstanding quality, innovation and impact through our print magazine, podcasts and audio version of OAK Magazine. OAK is where you will find in-depth chats and courageous conversations with women in business from regional and rural Australia.Stay social and connect with OAK Magazine on Facebook and Instagram.For more inspiring stories,...

Kazz Rasmussen started her career a special education teacher, working in the classroom and consultancy. However, she soon realised that she wanted to make a bigger impact and provide more support to individuals with disabilities.Kazz's journey to becoming a business owner began in 2016 when she took a year off teaching to care for her ill father. During this time, there was an upswing in parents seeking Kazz's guidance to navigate the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Although she had no prior knowledge of the NDIS, Kazz decided to give it a try and never looked back. Kazz & Co - an NDIS registered disability and special needs support service - now has over 30 staff supporting individuals with mental health challenges who are striving for a fulfilling independent life. The Bendigo-based business also offers tailored independent living programs and individualised support in educational environments. What sets Kazz apart as a business owner is her empathy and genuine care for her clients. She understands the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and their families, being a mother of three, with one child diagnosed with autism. This personal experience has given Kazz a unique perspective and a deep understanding of the needs of her clients.In this episode, Kazz shares her transition from school teacher to business owner. We discuss finding the role of an accountant, the importance of values, hiring staff, investing in business coaches and marketing for support and growth, imposter syndrome, as well as navigating the NDIS system.You can read our feature story on Kazz in OAK Magazine Issue 13.ABOUT OUR SPONSOR VIVIENNE CATEDo you love the idea of taking the hard work out of shopping, knowing that someone else has curated for you endless apparel and homewares options that are high quality, often hand-made and always beautiful?At Vivienne Cate, the focus is on natural fibres and a timeless, earthy style. You'll find high quality clothing in classic styles; unique homewares such as cowhides and handmade ceramics; gorgeous aromatherapy-based skin and body products and so much more.Karen, from Vivienne Cate, is all about connection and understanding what you need, and she offers a personal styling service by appointment.Karen loves to support other regional women in business and has a wide network of talented friends from all over the country, whose work she stocks in store in the beautiful regional town of Yackandandah, in North East Victoria.The Vivienne Cate website mirrors the charm of the bricks-and-mortar store, ensuring you can access the same carefully selected items with just a click.Explore Vivienne Cate via the website or follow on Instagram. ABOUT OAK MAGAZINEThis episode was hosted by Kimberley Furness, founder + editor of OAK Magazine. We are a proudly independent media publisher dedicated to sharing stories and amplifying voices of female change makers and women in business in regional and rural Australia. OAK is an award winning community ecosystem of print, digital, audio and events. We have demonstrated outstanding quality, innovation and impact through our print magazine, podcasts and audio version of OAK Magazine. OAK is where you will find in-depth chats and courageous conversations with women in business from regional and rural Australia.Stay social and connect with...

There's a stereotype about real estate agents. Josie Caruso doesn't really fit that mould. In the first chapter of her successful real estate career, Josie had to navigate a cut-throat male-dominated industry that shunned emotion and vulnerability. This was while Josie and her husband were going through IVF, an intensely emotional rollercoaster.As a young mum, Josie sensed that she didn't have that fire in the belly or the local networks to get back into the game. At that time she felt unready, behind the eight ball.So she returned to the workforce in more nine to five roles. Josie worked across sales and customer service, and she studied counselling, leveraging her strengths as a lateral thinking generalist and people person.But nothing ever resonated quite like real estate, and so she eventually embarked on real estate career chapter two - now working at Barry Plant Real Estate Bendigo. In this episode, Josie shares her diverse background which has allowed her to bring a unique set of skills and a fresh perspective to her work.She emphasises the value of personal connections and the human aspect of real estate transactions. We discuss the challenges Josie faced balancing motherhood and a demanding career, the importance of professional development and mentorship, and more.You can read our feature story on Josie in OAK Magazine Issue 13.ABOUT OUR SPONSOR VIVIENNE CATEDo you love the idea of taking the hard work out of shopping, knowing that someone else has curated for you endless apparel and homewares options that are high quality, often hand-made and always beautiful?At Vivienne Cate, the focus is on natural fibres and a timeless, earthy style. You'll find high quality clothing in classic styles; unique homewares such as cowhides and handmade ceramics; gorgeous aromatherapy-based skin and body products and so much more.Karen, from Vivienne Cate, is all about connection and understanding what you need, and she offers a personal styling service by appointment.Karen loves to support other regional women in business and has a wide network of talented friends from all over the country, whose work she stocks in store in the beautiful regional town of Yackandandah, in North East Victoria.The Vivienne Cate website mirrors the charm of the bricks-and-mortar store, ensuring you can access the same carefully selected items with just a click.Explore Vivienne Cate via the website or follow on Instagram. ABOUT OAK MAGAZINEThis episode was hosted by Kimberley Furness, founder + editor of OAK Magazine. We are a proudly independent media publisher dedicated to sharing stories and amplifying voices of female change makers and women in business in regional and rural Australia. OAK is an award winning community ecosystem of print, digital, audio and events. We have demonstrated outstanding quality, innovation and impact through our print magazine, podcasts and audio version of OAK Magazine. OAK is where you will find in-depth chats and courageous conversations with women in business from regional and rural Australia.Stay social and connect with OAK Magazine on Facebook and Instagram.For...

This is a pen and paper episode! We have digital sherpa Leanne O'Sullivan, who will be your tour guide to the wonderful world of online marketing in this special episode.From her home in Dubbo, NSW, the CEO of Adventure Digital shares how she got started in business 25 years ago, and her motivation to provide flexibility and support to other entrepreneurs.Leanne has worked with many industries of all sizes and in all sectors, with people of all ages and abilities. She has delivered countless webinars, spoken at numerous events, delivered many workshops, trained, mentored, educated and entertained hundreds of small business owners just like you.In this episode, Leanne talks about the key elements in building a successful online presence including foundational elements such as messaging, content and web presence.We have a thought-provoking discussion about the role of AI in the online space and the importance of personal branding. Leanne also opens up about a challenging period in her career when she felt overwhelmed and disconnected, as well as her passion for travel and its positive impact on personal growth and business. You can read our feature story on Leanne in OAK Magazine Issue 13.ABOUT OUR SPONSOR VIVIENNE CATEDo you love the idea of taking the hard work out of shopping, knowing that someone else has curated for you endless apparel and homewares options that are high quality, often hand-made and always beautiful?At Vivienne Cate, the focus is on natural fibres and a timeless, earthy style. You'll find high quality clothing in classic styles; unique homewares such as cowhides and handmade ceramics; gorgeous aromatherapy-based skin and body products and so much more.Karen, from Vivienne Cate, is all about connection and understanding what you need, and she offers a personal styling service by appointment.Karen loves to support other regional women in business and has a wide network of talented friends from all over the country, whose work she stocks in store in the beautiful regional town of Yackandandah, in North East Victoria.The Vivienne Cate website mirrors the charm of the bricks-and-mortar store, ensuring you can access the same carefully selected items with just a click.Explore Vivienne Cate via the website or follow on Instagram. ABOUT OAK MAGAZINEThis episode was hosted by Kimberley Furness, founder + editor of OAK Magazine. We are a proudly independent media publisher dedicated to sharing stories and amplifying voices of female change makers and women in business in regional and rural Australia. OAK is an award winning community ecosystem of print, digital, audio and events. We have demonstrated outstanding quality, innovation and impact through our print magazine, podcasts and audio version of OAK Magazine. OAK is where you will find in-depth chats and courageous conversations with women in business from regional and rural Australia.Stay social and connect with OAK Magazine on Facebook and Instagram.For more inspiring stories, visit OAK Magazine website. Hosted by Kimberley Furness, Founder +...

Hayley DeJong's journey from childhood financial hardship to founding a successful mortgage brokerage, is testament to her determination and commitment to overcome the challenges that life throws our way. In her early 20s, Hayley set her sights on a position at Bendigo Bank. She became a persistent caller, reaching out every couple of weeks to inquire about job openings until her relentless determination earned her an interview. Asked what she would do if she didn't get the job, she confidently replied, "I'll call you next week". Her tenacity eventually opened a door at Bendigo Bank, where she seized opportunities and climbed the professional ladder.Leaving her management position at the bank in 2014, Hayley founded Proactive Finance Group, a mortgage brokerage in Bendigo. The now team of three are a trusted financial support crew specialising in home loans, investment loans, asset finance and commercial finance.Hayley acknowledges her role as more than just a mortgage broker. She has a genuine interest in helping people succeed and seek financial empowerment.In this episode, Hayley shares her challenging upbringing in a lower socioeconomic area to becoming a successful mortgage broker, the challenges of hiring the right team members and the growth that comes from trusting others to contribute to your business. Hayley also touches on the current state of the mortgage industry, the impact of interest rate rises, and how she's adapting her business strategies to stay afloat during slower periods.You can read our feature story on Hayley in OAK Magazine Issue 13.ABOUT OUR SPONSOR VIVIENNE CATEDo you love the idea of taking the hard work out of shopping, knowing that someone else has curated for you endless apparel and homewares options that are high quality, often hand-made and always beautiful?At Vivienne Cate, the focus is on natural fibres and a timeless, earthy style. You'll find high quality clothing in classic styles; unique homewares such as cowhides and handmade ceramics; gorgeous aromatherapy-based skin and body products and so much more.Karen, from Vivienne Cate, is all about connection and understanding what you need, and she offers a personal styling service by appointment.Karen loves to support other regional women in business and has a wide network of talented friends from all over the country, whose work she stocks in store in the beautiful regional town of Yackandandah, in North East Victoria.The Vivienne Cate website mirrors the charm of the bricks-and-mortar store, ensuring you can access the same carefully selected items with just a click.Explore Vivienne Cate via the website or follow on Instagram. ABOUT OAK MAGAZINEThis episode was hosted by Kimberley Furness, founder + editor of OAK Magazine. We are a proudly independent media publisher dedicated to sharing stories and amplifying voices of female change makers and women in business in regional and rural Australia. OAK is an award winning community ecosystem of print, digital, audio and events. We have demonstrated outstanding quality, innovation and impact through our print magazine, podcasts and audio version of OAK Magazine. OAK is where you will find in-depth chats and courageous conversations with women in business from regional...

There's a whole generation whose lives are not on social media. Like a personal and private podcast, A Lasting Tale records the life stories of the elderly and the dying, gifting their families with insight and the memory and intimacy of a loved one's voice.When Dimity Brassil's father and sister both died in a relatively short period, it was their voices that were achingly difficult to recall.In 2018, Dimity pulled up a pew with her mum Anne, to record Anne's life story and capture her unique voice.Little did Dimity and Anne know that they would create a movement empowering older Australians to share their own life stories.A Lasting Tale has now recorded over 1,500 life stories through professional interviews, a free mobile app, workshops and community programs. The business has over 40 interviewers across metropolitan and regional Australia and is growing rapidly.In this episode, Dimity shares her background in journalism and adult education, as well as the personal experiences that led her to start A Lasting Tale. She discusses the importance of capturing the stories of older generations, who often have valuable lessons and experiences to share. Dimity also talks about the challenges of scaling the business and the importance of maintaining quality as the company grows.You can read our feature story on Dimity in OAK Magazine Issue 13.ABOUT OUR SPONSOR VIVIENNE CATEDo you love the idea of taking the hard work out of shopping, knowing that someone else has curated for you endless apparel and homewares options that are high quality, often hand-made and always beautiful?At Vivienne Cate, the focus is on natural fibres and a timeless, earthy style. You'll find high quality clothing in classic styles; unique homewares such as cowhides and handmade ceramics; gorgeous aromatherapy-based skin and body products and so much more.Karen, from Vivienne Cate, is all about connection and understanding what you need, and she offers a personal styling service by appointment.Karen loves to support other regional women in business and has a wide network of talented friends from all over the country, whose work she stocks in store in the beautiful regional town of Yackandandah, in North East Victoria.The Vivienne Cate website mirrors the charm of the bricks-and-mortar store, ensuring you can access the same carefully selected items with just a click.Explore Vivienne Cate via the website or follow on Instagram. ABOUT OAK MAGAZINEThis episode was hosted by Kimberley Furness, founder + editor of OAK Magazine. We are a proudly independent media publisher dedicated to sharing stories and amplifying voices of female change makers and women in business in regional and rural Australia. OAK is an award winning community ecosystem of print, digital, audio and events. We have demonstrated outstanding quality, innovation and impact through our print magazine, podcasts and audio version of OAK Magazine. OAK is where you will find in-depth chats and courageous conversations with women in business from regional and rural Australia.Stay social and connect with OAK Magazine on Facebook and

Gamze Smokehouse, is a family owned and operated business in Wangaratta, Victoria that has a passion for good quality and locally made food. Originally from Slovenia, Felix Gamze opened a retail  butchers shop back in 1986 where he developed a love for creating small goods -  With his Eastern European heritage and being surrounded by the magnificent food bowl that is North East Victoria it was a match made in heaven. Over the past 35+ years Gamze' Smokehouse has gone from strength to strength, graduating from a retail butcher shop to a state of the art small goods facility at the end of 2014. In recent times, Gamze Smokehouse products have become available in over 180 retail outlets and cafes across the east coast of Australia as well as being able to be sourced online and at farmers markets.With Felix rightfully spending more time on the golf course and out fishing, the 2nd Generation of Gamze' are at the helm of the smokehouse. We chat with Brendan Gamze, current CEO who talks to us about the multi generational relationships he has with the producers he works closely with and how his products are all naturally cured, with no artificial nitrites used in the small goods being made. Hosts: Jayde Timms & Sam Baff from Grown Not FlownGuest: Brendan Gamze from Gamze SmokehouseWebsite: www.gamzesmokehouse.com.auInstagram: @gamzesmokehouse

Cindy Lucas will certainly be a familiar name for those interested in Calf Rearing. She became a contract calf rearer in Mudgegonga, in North East Victoria, after she retired from teaching and working in the Mining Industry. Although the plan was never to become a calf rearer, it was only after she purchased a property in 2009 with a calf shed, specially designed for contract calf rearing on it, that the passion for calves began.  In this week's episode she shares how the Black Saturday fires kickstarted her rearing career, how she grew from 100 calves in her first year to anywhere between 500 & 600  calves yearly. We discuss the process of rearing, her tips and tricks for rearing calves, how she learnt the technical skills herself as well as her new role in farmer support with Dasco Daviesway. Cindy loves to share her knowledge and is an active member of the Calf Rearing Australia Facebook Page, so don't hesitate to get in touch with her.  If you know someone who you think would be great on the podcast, or you would like to share your story, please get in touch by sending an email to podcast.morethanmilk@gmail.com or stay connected by following us on Instagram or Facebook and send us a message - I'd love to hear from you.  In the spirit of reconciliation we would like to acknowlegde the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY CREAM OF THE CROP  Cream of the Crop is a two day conference, with an opportunity for women in the dairy industry to come together to learn, connect and grow. Recognising the contribution, regardless of their role, they make to the industry and their wider community. Although the 2023 conference is over, planning is underway for the 2024 event and it's going to be wonderful.  More information can be found on the Website or via Instagram  or Facebook    

In this episode of the Conceive Baby Podcast I have a very special guest joining me. A guest a little different to my normal expert guests, but one that you have told me you would like to hear from. And that is one of my beautiful patients. Felicity is 46. She started her fertility journey when she was 39. And it certainly wasn't an easy journey. Felicity was referred to me by her Fertility Specialist after multiple failed IVF cycles and a devastating loss. Felicity is kindly sharing her story with us today to help others who may be struggling through similar issues. Felicity lives in North East Victoria with her Husband Dave and Daughter Olivia (who will turn 2 in September). She is currently on extended family leave from her planning role with Forest Fire Management Victoria because she is loving motherhood! I hope you enjoy this episode and can draw strength and hope from Felicity's story. If you need support following a pregnancy loss I urge you to reach out to The Pink Elephants Support Network - The Pink Elephants Support Network - Home

Jade Miles is the founder of Futuresteading - a movement, outlook and practical guide to living like tomorrow matters. Through her work as an author, speaker and podcast host she shares how to build your seasonal rhythm, expand your earth-skills and live your life in deep care and respect for the earth. Together with her husband Charlie, Jade runs Black Barn Farm — an ‘intentionally slow' orchard and nursery in North East Victoria. The farm is deeply entrenched in community, permaculture & regenerative practices. Throughout the year they offer workshops, events, tours, and pick-your-own produce days. All with the hope to get people more engaged and connected to the food we eat and the food systems that it comes from. Jade is somebody who truly walks her talk, who is deeply embodied and entrenched in her values and her commitment to the earth, to people, to community and to living like tomorrow matters. And she does so in an incredibly practical and tangible way.' In this episode we talk about: ➳ Key experiences that paved Jade's path in the work she now does ➳ What is Futuresteading? And how can it change the world? ➳ Seasonal living - including the rituals & celebrations and the details Jade's attuned to in the shifting seasons. ➳ The SIX seasons that Jade follows throughout the year (and how this aligns with the wheel of the year) ➳ Why Place-making is deeply important in our ability to connect with the world, with the land, and to live in a way that values tomorrow ➳ Jades shares beautiful wisdom around the power of Mutual Obligation in our world, as well as the call for being more open-source with our skills and our knowledge ➳ The importance of Community in a world that is built on systems that are unsustainable - especially the likes of our food systems and food sovereignty. We need each other and we need to know how to practice and build Community. Jade shares her thoughts and experience around this, especially for those of us who feel uncomfortable, afraid, introverted. ➳ Where to start and HOW to start if you feel called to grow your own food on any scale ☾ Plus so much more ☾ EPISODE RESOURCES Jade's Futuresteading podcast - start with this episode on Place-making! Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer Wilding: A Journey Back to Life by Meg Berryman (small print - find next publishing drop here) «««« ⎊ »»»» CONNECT WITH JADE Instagram @black_barn_farm Over on her website - workshops, store, farm visiting hours and more Buy the Futuresteading book CONNECT WITH RACHEL ⁠Download my FREE Womb Clearing Guide⁠ ⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠ ⁠Work with me⁠ «««« ⎊ »»»» COSMIC WEAVINGS - MEMBERSHIP Your map and compass to the new/full moon, monthly energies and seasonal celebrations. NEW: Access monthly soul expanding calls and recordings! Sign up to Cosmic Weavings here!  «««« ⎊ »»»» THE GROUNDED FEMININE MENTORSHIP Apply now for 1:1 coaching Limiting spaces available. «««« ⎊ »»»» Rate + review on Apple Podcasts to support the show even further! I'll send you a special thank you gift (one of my guided meditations!) if you screenshot and send me your review! Simply send your pic to hello@rachelhodgens.com OR dm it to me on instagram @therachelhodgens Remember to share this episode with a friend, loved one or on social media to spread to love ♥︎

Nick Travers is a founding director at Technē, a 33-person architecture and interiors practice based in Melbourne, Australia.In this episode, Nick and I discussed: His insight into the approach and motivations of large scale hospitality clients, from their attitude to risk, their drive to find a unique point of difference for their venue, and how the studio manages healthy client relationships over the long term. How the studio has made a strategic choice to avoid being pigeonholed in a particular style of project type, in order to make their business model more sustainable over the long term, relevant to long-term clients and able to weather changes in the economy. The power of repeat business; how it drives 60% or more of their new projects each year and the benefits that come with that, as well as some of the risks and limitations repeat business can bring for studios as their offerings and pricing models evolve over time. How the directors have developed their business acumen over the years, from early mentors to engaging consultants and executive coaches; as well as the studio's plans for the future, including a fast-growing new office they've launched in North East Victoria. If you'd like to learn more about Technē, you can visit techne.com.au. You can also follow the studio on Instagram @technearchitects. Office Talk is hosted by Dave Sharp, M.Arch—an architectural marketing expert and the director of Office D.SHARP, a practice providing specialised consultancy, marketing and PR services tailored to meet the particular needs of architects. Working as a sole practitioner, Dave employs a collaborative, conversational approach to his work, fostering long-standing relationships that yield tangible results for clients.Visit officedavesharp.com to learn more.This episode was supported by ArchiPro. ArchiPro showcases the best and latest in the architecture and building industry, and connects people with trusted trade professionals and products to suit their needs. Visit ArchiPro.com.au to learn more.

Kylie Mort is many things, but she is a wordsmith at heart. An International Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author with Multi-Award-Winning publications, she is also an App Developer with a FREE APP, available on Google Play and The Apple App Store, that supports essay and narrative writing, self-reflection journaling and project management for students in targeted Question and Answer templates. “How to Write with Kylie Mort” guides students one sentence at a time through a step-by-step process that concludes with a complete and easily downloaded full essay! More information about this resource can be found at app.kyliemort.com.auDue to her educational background as a qualified and registered secondary school teacher, Kylie's main day-to-day activity is holistic coaching online. However, her private clients receive the additional benefits of an educational tutor qualified in performance coaching, NLP, CBT, and Erikson Hypnosis. She uses her wide and varied resources to best connect with individual learners and holistically guide them through their individual challenges toward their ultimate unique successes.Kylie is an avid life-longer learner, who enjoys educating on mind/body connections and pathways, drawing from her experience as a qualified and registered yoga teacher, continuing her studies in her 500hr training in yoga history and philosophy. Kylie is also a student of Psychology at Deakin University and an apprentice diesel mechanic studying at the Kangan Institute in Docklands, Melbourne!Mostly though, she likes to connect to the world from her farm in North-East Victoria, Australia. Kylie shares at www.facebook.com/kyliemort.fb and www.instagram.com/kyliemort22 Kylie's vocation is helping to develop strong, resilient, unique individuals who know their worth, challenge their weaknesses, build their strengths and trust that they are #importantspecialsafeandlovedHer guaranteed commitment is to provide all who read her publications and work within her programs the inner strength, knowledge, and empowerment to live their best lives. https://kyliemort.com.au

Our guest today on Moments of Clarity is Mark McKenzie-McHarg. Mark is principal of Mach 2 Consulting, a Victorian consultancy which he co-founded in 1993. Prior to this, he had 5 years consulting experience with KPMG Management Consulting, as a senior consultant and then as an associate director. This followed 10 years public sector experience in local government management in metropolitan Melbourne. Mark's work in the public and private sectors has given him broad-ranging consulting experience in organisations as diverse as municipal councils, water authorities and merchant banks. The types of consulting engagements he has managed range from high level strategic and business planning to feasibility analysis, business case evaluation and leadership training programs. Mark lives in the rural town of Yackandandah in North-East Victoria where he has a deep connection with the community. In March, 2002 a notice appeared in the window of the High Street petrol station announcing that it would be closing in ten days time. It was the only petrol station in the surrounding area and marked a potential decline of the town. Mark, along with six other people, decided to do something positive about it and formed a company called the Yackandandah Community Development Company Pty Ltd (YCDCo). Mark now pours much of his energy in community ventures around regional Victoria and building a sustainable and thriving future for the regions.    Links http://www.mach2consulting.com.au/ https://totallyrenewableyack.org.au/ http://www.ycdco.com.au/ https://www.exploreyackandandah.com.au/   Time Stamps 0:00 - 12:00 Introduction with Matt and Toby 12:01 - 40:57 Part 1 with Mark McKenzie-McHarg 40:58 - 61:07 Part 2 with Mark McKenzie-McHarg 61:08 - 62:08 Outro   Thank you to the team at Ex-Zero for our branding and design work and to Christian Prochilo for our music and sound editing. Thank you so much for listening to Moments of Clarity. Remember to subscribe, review and share episodes with your friends and family. You can also check out our Instagram page @momentsofclaritypodcast or our website at www.moc-pod.com.

Astrophiz 142 - Krystal De Napoli ~ Star Formation & Indigenous Astronomy Krystal is a fabulous indigenous astronomer who is carving out a brilliant career for herself while she improves the educational prospects for indigenous Australians. She is currently based in Melbourne but grew up in the closest town to me here in North-East Victoria. After being awarded her first science degree, she is extending her B.Sc with Astrophysics Honours Research at Monash University. She was recently awarded the Out for Australia ‘Young Professional of the Year' prize for her outstanding outreach and contributions to indigenous communities In this episode we hear about Krystal's early struggles and how she now works on a regular radio show as she continues her Honours studies, and we get to put our science hats firmly on to hear how Krystal does research into star formation itself and how star formation rates can vary in different galaxies. You will not hear a better description of what it is like to help passengers to observe auroras on an Antarctic bound 747, which Krystal has done, as well as how various indigenous storylines across Australia interpret auroras depending on their Latitude. Krystal and Karlie Noon (see Ep 99) have written a book called ‘Sky Country' which is part of the First Knowledges series published by Thames & Hudson and which will be out soon in April. Enjoy this extended interview into a brilliant career in the making.

This episode explores a share farming model which is radically different.Food system change-makers Kirsten Larsen and Serenity Hill reveal their ground-breakingnew collaborative farming model and succession plan designed to improve ecologicalfunction, support a diverse range of small-scale businesses, and ensure security of tenurefor emerging farmers. These inspirational farmers in North Eastern Victoria have establishedput the family farm in a trust and created an agreement which over 80 years shifts theequity of their family's farm into a not-for-profit – conditional on improving ecologicalconditions of the land.Show notes:Open Food Network (OFN): Started as an online marketplace to match farmers with eaters which supports collaborative distribution OFN as an open-source platform: Working with people in 29 countries to develop platform. Model keeps on improving Regenerative farming something positive for climate and improving ecosystem but it is so labour intensive. We need solution to this problem Trust the collaborative process to bring along people in to solve problems on the farm Leasing 400 acres North East Victoria from family (Pukawidgee) and marketing lamb on OFN Core issue of young farmers is they need security of tenure and longstanding connection Set up a Non-profit with a long-term lease arrangement with a trust over 80 years Shift from Land custodianship rather than ownership: improving health should be tied to land custodianship Building a succession plan around the condition of improving ecological conditions. Further resources:Full story about https://farmingtogether.com.au/new-collaborative-farming-model/?cid=1 (Kirsten Larsen and Serenity Hill share farming model)https://openfoodnetwork.org.au/ (Open Food Network website)Order from https://openfoodnetwork.org.au/warrenbayne-farm-collective/shop (Pukawidgee (Warrenbayne Farm Collective))https://www.facebook.com/openfoodnetworkaus (Open Food Network Facebook Page)

It's always nice to speak to a business leader who understands the power of community. Jarrod Stephenson is the GM of CadMac: agricultural machinery specialists with branches in Southern Riverina and North East Victoria. He tells us how his company connects with the local agricultural community to (literally) keep the wheels turning, and how he has overseen change in the business to move its focus away from the bottom line and towards becoming ‘purpose led'. Agtech is certainly an exciting sector. Where previously a firm like CadMac would spend most of their time servicing or repairing machinery, they are now expected to provide innovative tech solutions. He tells us a bit more about ‘precision farming' and how agtech in general is revolutionising the way things are done in the agricultural sector. This provides an interesting challenge… how exactly can people be persuaded to adopt technology in a sector steeped in tradition, with family businesses that go back multiple generations? Listen in to find out how Jarrod has navigated through Covid to deliver a record-breaking 2021 for CadMac, and how he has guided the company through a period of change without forgetting any of its community spirit. Episode Highlights: -The definition of a purpose-led business -How to successfully target family businesses -Innovation in the agricultural space -Why uni life wasn't suitable for Jarrod -How Jarrod made the transition from small to large company -How Jarrod learnt to make change in a bigger organisation -How CadMac rode out Covid when farmers were not spending any money -How CadMac invests in its staff -The difference between being a branch manager and a GM -The growth opportunities in agtech -How agtech is enabling lower chemical use and staff costs -How the disruption to the labour force during Covid affected fruit farming -How to persuade people who don't think they need new technology -Why farming machinery is far easier to operate now than ever before -The national trend of people moving out of the cities -The importance of integrating with local communities Jarrod Stephenson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrod-stephenson-81167b63/ Cad Mac Website: https://cad-mac.com.au/ Richard Triggs on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardtriggs/ Arete Website: https://www.areteexecutive.com.au/

Hi #smartcommunity friends! Welcome back to the Summer Series here on the Smart Community Podcast. As you know, we're taking a little break from new content over the Australian summer holidays, and instead we are sharing the replays of a few of our all time favourite episodes. This week we're sharing my interview with Imogen Schifferle, from way back in episode 189, which was released in September of 2020.In this episode of the Smart Community Podcast, I have a brilliant conversation with Imogen, the Regional Partnerships Innovation Coordinator at Albury City and Wodonga City Councils. Now, in case you don't know because you're not from Australia, Albury and Wodonga are twin Australian cities located on either side of the Murray River and the state border between Victoria and New South Wales. The twin cities are a real hub for the region, and have been heavily impacted by the state border closures and lockdowns during the pandemic. So in this episode, Imogen first tells us about her background in digital technologies, particularly mobile technologies, as she's worked for both Telstra and Samsung, and how she's now working in Local Government. We discuss the differences in drivers and attitude between private companies and public service, as well as the differences in Smart Community ideas between regional and urban environments. She then tells us about the Rural Smart Community Strategy she's been working on, and how it's been informed by the needs of the community and also impacted by the bushfires from late 2019 and early 2020 that ravaged many parts of Australia. Imogen tells us about the 5 themes or initiatives that underpin the strategy and what it was like to try to bring together one strategy for two cities, spanning two states, encompassing 17 Local Government areas and a lot of different needs. Of course we finish our chat discussing the emerging trends of communities and individuals demanding more from their local governments and organisations, as well as some of Imogen's favourite Smart Community resources.I also have an update from Imogen, since the time of recording, she has been involved in several projects including the implementation of ground sensors to improve digital literacy and make places more functional. Also, the Council's have partnered in research to deliver the first LG data engine that will unify two states through insights and author a robust Open Data Policy. Lastly, the Council's have been collaborating with private sector partners in off grid data centres and NBN to provide high speed, reliable public Wi-Fi to regional towns in North East Victoria.We will be sure to get Imogen back on the show in future to get a full update about what she has been up to and how our thinking has progressed since our conversation. But in the meantime, as always we hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!Find the full show notes at: www.mysmart.communityConnect with Imogen on LinkedIn or Instagram @imcheeeFind out more about Albury-Wodonga at the Two Cities, One Community website at https://www.alburywodonga.gov.auConnect with me via email: hello@mysmart.communityConnect with My Smart Community via LinkedIn or Twitter and watch on YouTubeThe Smart Community Podcast is produced by Perk Digital.

Darren Moffitt is a Bidjigal man who joins us to discuss his recent work in North-East Victoria as a Recovery Coordinator for Aboriginal Culture and Healing.Darren's role is part of the Black Summer recovery initiative activated by Bushfire Recovery Victoria (BRV) and is one of the first examples of a government program recognising Aboriginal Healing as a dedicated line of recovery within the pillars of disaster recovery.In this conversation, Scotia and Darren discuss:The importance of ensuring Aboriginal voices have a seat at the table when it comes to recovery planning and processesBRV's introduction of a dedicated line of recovery focused on Aboriginal Healing which stands alongside traditional recovery pillars of health, economy, natural environment, and infrastructure, and supports projects led by Aboriginal community organisations and Traditional Owner groupsThe effectiveness and challenges of Victoria's Bushfire Recovery Grants that support Traditional Owner-led recovery projectsThe complexities of identifying and engaging Aboriginal community members who may not always be highly visible within communitiesHow Darren and BRV's work in the North-East to initiate meaningful engagement with Aboriginal community members has been a catalyst for more ongoing positive engagement across health and local government agenciesThe important role of culture and the arts and cultural events such as NAIDOC week to build community connectednessFurther reading and resources:Eastern Victorian Fires 2019-2020, State Recovery PlanAboriginal Culture and Healing, Stories of Bushfire RecoveryThe Conversation: Bushfire recovery hasn't considered Aboriginal culture — but things are finally starting to changeBushfire Recovery VictoriaAustralian Institute of Disaster Resilience, Indigenous Perspectives on Disaster Recovery Webinar

On The Deck is back. After a Covid holiday we made it back to the studio for another episode. This week we have excelled when it comes to guests Shea Bloom has an amazing resume Shea shares her knowledge on chasing fish through North East Victoria in the aftermath of the devastating Bush Fires a few years back so sit back and enjoy our first show back in a while with John Didge and Steve Patterson

In a special World Food Day episode of Think: Sustainability we invite three guests to discuss what role short food supply chains have in supporting sustainable resilient food systems. How do we create contingency plans to build resilience to vulnerabilities, shocks and stress in our food systems? In this #WorldFoodDay discussion we hear about the resilience of food systems from Solomon Islands to Tropical North Queensland to North-East Victoria.Featured:Dr Federico Davila, Research Director & Senior Research Fellow (Food Systems) at the Institute for Sustainable Futures, University of Technology Sydney.Dr Kimberley Reis, Environmental & Social Planning Lecturer, Griffith University.Serenity Hill, farmer, co-founder of the Open Food Network, and a Director of both Open Food Foundation and Open Food Network Australia.Producer/Presenter: Marlene EvenMusic: Epidemic Sound

In May 2020 Moroni and Phaedra started a flower farm in North East Victoria, on their property they share with their three children. Moroni, utilising his Agricultural Engineering degree and generational farming history from Mexico, Phaedra utilising her drive for business, marketing, visual marketing and creativity. They now run their flower farm and floral business as a full time income. Starting during a pandemic has been tricky, but has forced them to think outside the square and make things happen.

Gin distiller Simon Brooke-Taylor (and yes, he is related to the late Tim Brooke-Taylor from 'The Goodies') founded Hurdle Creek Still in Milawa, North East Victoria, with his partner Wendy Williams in 2014.Hurdle Creek produces gin, genever, liqueurs and aperitifs that champion locally sourced ingredients.And it's one of a handful of Australian distilleries that produces its own base spirit from scratch, in this case using locally sourced grain.Coming from a brewing background, Simon considers base spirit somewhat similarly to role malt plays in beer.In contrast to some of the distillers we've heard from previously on this podcast who say they need a completely neutral base spirit to show off the botanicals in their gin, Simon likes having a base with character that adds layers and texture to the flavour of his gin.He wants to educate drinkers that there is much more to gin than just the dry styles that currently dominate the market.First up though, Simon recounts his path from studying biochemistry and toxicology at university to becoming a master brewer, and the evolution of his distilling hobby into a professional career.

Listen/Share/Support: https://www.jcaldigital.org/punching-sidewaysTy Seaton is a small business owner, a fitness and nutrition expert, and an all-around positive force in the Albury-Wodonga region. Ty moved away from the traditional career path that was laid out before him (leading a Radiography team) several years ago, and moved into myriad pursuits that he felt were both more meaningful and impactful.TY is the founder (and co-founder) of many incredible endeavours incl.• Oneline Clothing• Greenstreat Salad @greenstreatsalad• @welcome2weightlossInstagram: @punchingsideways

Listen: https://www.jcaldigital.org/punching-sidewaysSupport: https://buymeacoffee.com/joshuaclistonCorinne Grant is a Professional Comedian, Published Author, in-demand Public Speaker, and oh yeah, she's now a Practicing Lawyer. Corinne grew up around Corryong in North East Victoria, and the town (and it's people) still occupy a very special place for Corinne.Josh has been very excited about this interview for a long time (and Mel got onboard with the excitement factor too) so we hope you enjoy this interview with the amazing Corinne Grant.What we chatted about:• Growing up in Corryong.• The Nariel-Creek Folk Festival.• That day in Corryong when Wil Anderson almost killed a fish, and Corinne tried to save a tortoise.• Professional Comedian becomes Lawyer.• Mid-life career changes.• #CarChats• Corrine's special message for the people of Corryong.• @punchingsideways on Instagram.• @punchingsideways FacebookSupport: https://buymeacoffee.com/joshuacliston

Kellie Sutherland is a Creative Recovery Coordinator, working with Regional Arts Victoria to support bushfire affected shires in Victoria's North East.In this episode, we discuss what the role of a Creative Recovery Coordinator entails and the capacity for this work to provide continuity between recovery, preparedness and response that is foundational for building community resilience.Kellie is an artist and performer, well known for her role as a founding member and creative co-director of musical group Architecture in Helsinki. More recently she has worked in arts communication and cultural partnerships roles in the North East and Border region of Victoria, forming a strong understanding of community-led activities and engagement practices.In this conversation, Scotia and Kellie discuss:The role of a Creative Recovery Coordinator, the local networks they operate within and their role as advocate for the creative sectorThe importance of flexibility in our understanding of recovery outcomes and how an arts-based approach supports agility and innovative thinkingThe challenges associated with short-term recovery roles and how resources and support for longer term positions and projects can bring myriad benefits for communities in the face of cascading disastersThe Creative Recovery training program recently completed in Beechworth, Victoria with ten representatives of the five shires Kellie is working across and her hopes for what will come from thatExamples of recovery projects supported by Regional Arts Victoria grants and their effectiveness in strengthening community resilience and knowledge-sharingMore info about Regional Arts Victoria and their work can be found herehttp://www.rav.net.au/about/our-vision/

In this episode of the we preview the fifth round of the 2021 Repco Supercars season at North East Victoria's Winton Motor Raceway. As always – there are knowns and unknowns and we try and make sense of it all. These questions, a little bit of news and crystal balls in the latest edition of The Rev Limiter podcast. Join Andrew Clarke and Neville Wilkinson for a complete run-down on the goings-on in the 2021 Repco Supercars Championship. Sound Design & Editing: BigHair Productions Music: Night Break by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4125-night-break License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Take the Lead by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4458-take-the-lead License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Listen: https://www.jcaldigital.org/punching-sidewaysSupport: https://buymeacoffee.com/joshuaclistonPunchy Sideways Topics.• Josh is a Blue, Mel is a Yellow.• Car Park Etiquette.• You Can't Do Anything About Pop-Up P..n@punchingsideways on Instagram and Facebook.Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/joshuacliston

Greg Hoysted Joins the First Drop Boys for this week's episode. Greg has enjoyed a successful career throughout North East Victoria, striking fear into many a bowler with his patient and dour approach. At the height of his powers, Greg represented Vic Country and scored a total of 27 centuries at club and representative level. 

Find & Listen: https://www.jcaldigital.org/punching-sidewaysSupport: https://buymeacoffee.com/joshuaclistonJosh and Mel chat about:• Learning to skate in your mid-30's.• A Level of Scruff.• Braces, Fire Brigade AGM's, and Mel's First Fire.• Josh has some music news.@punchingsideways Instagram and FacebookEmail: feedback@punchingsideways.com

The First Drop podcast sits down with Benalla's Simon Holmes. Simon is widely respected as one of North East Victoria's best cricketers  and he takes the boys through his time at BDCA sides  St Josephs and Violet Town. Si Ho also reflects on his stint with Premier Cricket Club Northcote  and a recent freak injury that almost ended his cricketing career.

Mark Mathieson Extreme PsychologistFounder - Mounted Missions Inc. Founder - Psyched Up Pty Ltd   Mark is a registered Psychologist (although somewhat begrudgingly at times). Over the past 20 years he has worked in some of the strangest, harshest and least 'clinical' environments on the globe. He has managed human factors risk in the mountains of Laos, worked with Commanders of Special Operations forces in Afghanistan, debriefed wintering Expeditioners for the Australian Antarctic program, designed and implemented local recruitment and induction programs in the bad-lands of Papua New Guinea and Timor Leste for oil companies (including being taken hostage), established culture change programs in elite private schools, assessed and recruited indigenous youth into mining jobs in North Western Australia, taken privileged Australian teenagers into the mountains of Timor and Nepal, managed cast and crew on Reality TV shows, built resilience and 'grit' programs for corporate groups as well as many other more mundane services that help individuals, groups and organisations solve complex, adaptive, systemic human issues.Mark currently spends his time working with elite performers from his base in North East Victoria on a 130 acre farm.  He is the developer of the Patterns of Life model of extreme performance.   Current projects: SAS Australia - Reality TV show The Farmer Wants a Wife - Reality TV show Wangaratta Grit and Resilience Project - Community Development Grass Tree Ridge Farm - EcoPsychology project Individual coaching and consulting  

Julian was born in country North East Victoria in Australia, where his father worked as an agricultural journalist and editor. In his early 20’s, he explored many forms of spiritual inquiry, practiced purification of intent and worked in web design and multimedia for companies and freelance work. After moving to the far north coast of NSW when he was 24, he quickly got seriously into psychedelics and since that time hasn’t really stopped exploring and learning about them and the states they could catalyze. Articulations is his life work (at least to this point), and sums up about everything he wants to say about psychedelics. His next projects involve creating innovate film erotica and exploring indigenous psychoactive plants that are unknown to the western mind. Julian likes traveling, making electronic music, making flower essences, reading and writing, exploring deep nature and communicating.   LINKS- Julian Palmer- http://julianpalmerism.com/ Book- Articulations: On the Utilisation and Meanings of Psychedelics https://www.amazon.com/Articulations-Psychedelics-Julian-Austin-Palmer/dp/099255280X/ref=asap_B00QWWBBHG?ie=UTF8   Book by Blake C. Erickson:  The Forbidden Fruit & The Tree of Knowledge: Opening the Third Eye- www.amazon.com/Forbidden-Fruit-Tree-Knowledge/dp/0557019524/ Music by ZencesTry on Spotify, iTunes, or visit- www.soundcloud.com/zencestry  Podcast Logo Art by Zachary Brown (Visonary Voyager)- https://www.instagram.com/visionaryvoyager/?hl=en Patreon support for The DMT Xperience Podcast- www.patreon.com/dmtxp

Sustainable living is vital to the survival of our planet but it feels overwhelming to think about all the ways we can make changes to our lives. This episodes' guest Liz Herman the founder and creator of Argent Silversmith, a range of unique silver and gold jewellery designed and handmade by Liz in a small sustainable powdered studio in North East Victoria. Liz has built one of the most sustainable businesses and lifestyles I have come across. She is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to living naturally and reducing our impact on the planet. If you want to build a sustainable business or life this episode is for you! For the full podcast notes: https://www.tylalockwood.com/podcast/8See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is with Peter Sacco, the Program Director at ACRE - the Australian Centre for Rural Entrepreneurship. Over the past 20 years, Pete has led the delivery of a broad range of successful community based natural resource management and community capacity building initiatives in Australia and internationally. He is inspired by the creativity and innovation found within the ideas of young people, and enjoys working with them  to seek out and achieve what they are most passionate about. He lives on a beautiful farm with his family of four in North East Victoria in the eco-friendly straw-bale house he built, complete with a compost toilet. This episode is brought to you by Giraffe Consulting. If your business is looking for a new perspective, visit www.giraffeconsulting.com.au + Follow Footprints on Instagram + Follow Giraffe Consulting on Instagram + Find Giraffe Consulting on LinkedIn + Peter Sacco on LinkedIn

The member for Benambra Bill Tilley has been fighting for a change in restrictions for North East Victoria for weeks. He talks to Lu and Matt about the Victorian Government Covid Roadmap.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

In PlanningxChange Episode 67, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview Nick Vlahandreas of Mountain Planning. Nick is based in Bright, a mountain town in North East Victoria. He has 16 years experience combining local government and private practice. Nick talks candidly about mistakes he made when first in local government and the lessons he put into practice and by so doing making him a more complete and responsive planner. As well, he joined the local footy club and this opened his eyes to the importance of community in small towns. He talks of the vast difference between practising planning in major cities to the more local circumstances in country areas. He also makes suggestions on how planning controls can be reformed to better reflect the changing dynamics and needs of regional and country Australia. A frank and revealing interview that gives a terrific insight into working in small town and country areas. This podcast was produced by Complete Podcasting Services. Episode released 10 August 2020.

In PlanningxChange Episode 67, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview Nick Vlahandreas of Mountain Planning. Nick is based in Bright, a mountain town in North East Victoria. He has 16 years experience combining local government and private practice. Nick talks candidly about mistakes he made when first in local government and the lessons he put into practice and by so doing making him a more complete and responsive planner. As well, he joined the local footy club and this opened his eyes to the importance of community in small towns. He talks of the vast difference between practising planning in major cities to the more local circumstances in country areas. He also makes suggestions on how planning controls can be reformed to better reflect the changing dynamics and needs of regional and country Australia. A frank and revealing interview that gives a terrific insight into working in small town and country areas. This podcast was produced by Complete Podcasting Services. Episode released 10 August 2020. PlanningxChange is a proud member of the Urban Broadcast Collective.

In PlanningxChange Episode 67, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview Nick Vlahandreas of Mountain Planning. Nick is based in Bright, a mountain town in North East Victoria. He has 16 years experience combining local government and private practice. Nick talks candidly about mistakes he made when first in local government and the lessons he put into practice and by so doing making him a more complete and responsive planner. As well, he joined the local footy club and this opened his eyes to the importance of community in small towns. He talks of the vast difference between practising planning in major cities to the more local circumstances in country areas. He also makes suggestions on how planning controls can be reformed to better reflect the changing dynamics and needs of regional and country Australia. A frank and revealing interview that gives a terrific insight into working in small town and country areas. This podcast was produced by Complete Podcasting Services. Episode released 10 August 2020.

Dr Shane interviews more FameLab entrants, with 10 national finalists sharing their research. Monash University's Krystal De Napoli, a Kamilaroi woman from rural North-East Victoria, also joins the show, discussing her studies into indigenous astrophysics. And Dr Jen, Dr Ewan and Chris KP join in with science news ranging from of otter behavior; woman in hunter-gathering societies, and how murder hornets are now appearing in North America.Program page: Einstein-A-Go-GoFacebook page: Einstein-A-Go-GoTwitter: Einstein-A-Go-Goand live every Sunday at 11:00a.m AEST on RRR 102.7mHz FM.

Ben is joined by regular guest Tim Hawkins and first-time guest Steve Earles to discuss the benefits of giving your team feedback. Steve has a 25-year association with the Australian Defence Force and experience in manufacturing, corrections, small business, mining, and adult education. He also owns and runs an award-winning Garlic Farm in North East Victoria, Tarrawingee Garlic. Find out more about the guests. Tim Hawkins Steve Earles Resources mentioned in the podcast Dr Davis Rock's SCARF Model The GROW Model Head to www.ironsidecoffeeco.com.au to check out the new website. We now have an option for a subscription and are excited to announce The Endless Sabot. You can also book the Van, the Corporate Coffee Cart, or order an Ironside Wooden Flag. Podcast listeners can get free postage Australia Wide by entering the Code Word podcast at check-out. Check out the Ironside Coffee Youtube Channel. Please subscribe, share and like to spread the word.

In this episode we talk to Matt Grogan and Matt Charles-Jones from Totally Renewable Yackandandah. Totally Renewable Yackandandah is a community group in North-East Victoria working to power their town with 100% renewable energy. Totally Renewable Yackandandah worked with their community on Australia's first microgrid and after the recent summer bushfires are exploring how renewable energy can help build a stronger electricity grid. Over the Fence is a podcast from Farmers for Climate Action. FCA is a movement of farmers, agricultural leaders and rural Australians working to ensure farmers are a key part of the solution to climate change. You can find FCA online at farmersforclimateaction.org.au or on social media as Farmers for Climate Action.

Livestock losses from the tragic fires throughout Gippsland and North East Victoria are being assessed. We head to the very small area of Tambo Crossing, which is struggling with telephone coverage.

Today we look at the recovery from the bushfires which have impacted on farms in Gippsland and North East Victoria.

Emma Metcalf is first and foremost a wonderful human being. For work, she's a Senior Producer, Director and Film-Maker with global experience spanning multiple platforms including live broadcast, documentary, branded content and traditional television. She's worked all over the shop with major brands like Discovery, MTV, Endemol Shine Australia and Red Bull, to help orchestrate everything from live-broadcasts of surf competitions and music festivals to shoots in the most remote parts of Oz involving herding hundreds of wild camel! I'm lucky to have come to know Emma through working with her everyday - she joined Verizon Media in 2018 as a senior producer and general bosslady- responsible for the output of the company's new in-house studio (her baby). Every week, she ensures Verizon's Build Series Sydney and Yahoo Finance's New Investors shows are chokka block with fantastic and interesting guests, as well as producing plenty of other exciting formats and projects. We had a great lunch break chat and covered heaps in this episode. Emma shares how her upbringing on a cattle farm in Australia's North-East Victoria influenced her work ethos, some career highlights on her journey to date and many pearls of wisdom from her wealth of knowledge and experience gained from well over a decade working as a creative in the media industry. We also talk about the importance of maintaining some form of work/life balance, mental health in the creative industry, mentors and the power of role models in helping encourage the next generation of female power-houses (like herself) in a traditionally male dominated industry. You can keep up with Emma's incredible work at Verizon with @buildseriessyd and elsewhere at her instagram @bondiproducerchick (although the name may be changing soon as she's moved down the coast!) Make sure you share with a friend and reach out via reviews if any of Em's wise words particularly resonated with you and as always, Thanks for listening!

Hey there podcast family, welcome to episode 50 of the Small Business Made Simple Podcast. Thank you for lending me your ears today – I know you have lots of choices, so I sincerely appreciate me being one of them! If you’re a first time listener, super super welcome, I am so pleased to have you here.  I am your host Jenn Donovan, and, as you’ll learn along the way, I pretty much live, breathe, dream marketing and social media!  I’m all about making your life, your business and your marketing simpler.  Because business isn’t always easy, but it should be simple or at least simpler. One way I help to make your life simpler is by having a group of like-minded business owners all in one stop.  To ask questions, get answers and enjoy the journey of business! If you haven’t joined the Like Minded Business Owners Facebook Group, then hope over there after this episode and join!  Simply search Like Minded Business Owners in Facebook or come to the show notes for the like.  Show notes are at www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/podcast www.facebook.com/groups/LikeMindedBusinessOwners As we come into the end of the year, it’s super important that we find time to sit back and reflect on the year that was. What worked, what didn’t work, what we want to continue doing in 2020 and what we want to say goodbye too. I’ve had some time to do some reflecting and I wanted to share with you 5 things that I am going to do differently in 2020, which might inspire or enlighten something in you.  But before I get into all that, let’s do the discovery of the week. THIS WEEK’S DISCOVERY My discovery I want to share with you this week is a piece of FREE accounting software. I absolutely hate that the government has made me a part time accountant – bookwork.  Honestly, it really used to light me up – I used to love doing the bookwork for the 5 or so businesses I have under my hat – but now – not so much – in fact just no. My dear friend Jan, who happens like LOVE numbers, often talks about the fabulous piece of software called Wave.  It’s free accounting software and it’s super simple to use, it’s free – nothing hidden – and well, it makes bookwork easy. In fact, Jan has run several workshops to help small businesses get involved with Wave. If you haven’t got yourself an electronic piece of accounting software, or you’re sick of paying huge frees or monthly subscriptions for simple accounts software – have a look at wave. Find it at www.waveapps.com – it’s not for big business, but perfect for small business As always, just a little disclaimer, my discoveries are just that and I am in no way affiliated with any of them but promise to tell you if I ever am.  I just love them and from the response of my listeners, you guys, you are loving them too! Hey and if you have a little discovery, or something you use in your business that you’d like to share, please do so.  Email me at jenn@jenndonovan.com.au or tag me @smallbusinessmadesimple.  I really love to know what tools you use to help make your life simpler! 5 THINGS I’D DO DIFFERENTLY IN 2020 As small business owners we don’t spend enough time looking back.  We are always looking forward – what’s next, where do I want to take the business and how do I get there. Having goals and looking forward, strategically planning on how you will achieve them – all awesome things.  Never not do them – always be stretching and learning and be forward thinking, but there’s definitely merit in looking back. If you think of it as the amount of time you spend looking in the revision mirror of your car.  You don’t do it often, but if you’re anything like me, you won’t get anywhere if you didn’t do it at least 30 seconds a day. I really encourage you to take time to reflect.  If you’re listening to this when it goes live, mid-December, then section out some time in the next 4 weeks to reflect – or if you’re listening to this episode later – still book in some time in your diary to reflect. Ask yourself What worked? What didn’t work? What’s next? Having had some time to reflect on perhaps things I’d like to do better in my business next year, I thought I’d share some of them to inspire you to perhaps do them with me (and we can check in this time next year!) or be inspired to think of your own 5 things you’d like to do better in 2020. So, here goes:: ASK – just ask. Reach out and ask for what I want. This has been a HUGE lesson for me in 2019 – feeling like I’m not down the road enough, not a big enough brand, not important enough, that I couldn’t ask people to be guests on my podcast, that I couldn’t ask someone to think about doing a collaboration with me and so on. Of all the people I’ve reached out to in 2019 – one person said that they were sorry and didn’t have time.  ONE person and you know what, the world didn’t end!  I was totally ok with that and frankly, I’ll try again because I would love to have an hour with this person to give you a freaking awesome piece of learning on the podcast. So, watch out if you’re on my target list for 2020, because I’ll be asking and I don’t care how unimportant I think I am, I will still be asking, because NO, just means not right now …. NETWORKING – this is a massive priority for me in 2020. Encouraged by my beautiful new business buddy Kellie Briggs, who has the Business Networking by Design podcast and who was my guest on episode 44, I want to do more networking in 2020. www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/44 But for many reasons, some of which are Brand building, getting my name and business out there to a wider audience Because it gets lonely sometimes working in an industry that none of friends, business or not, are in Because I love to hear people’s stories. People are so fascinating – the stories of how they got to where they are or do to what they do, worth 200 novels sometimes. There’s lots more reasons – but they are just a few. What would your business look like if you did more networking next year?  What would your network look like if you got outside your comfort zone and networked? And to show you how serious I am about this networking thing, I am considering starting my own, Women in Business network, for my area (which is North East Victoria and Southern Riverina).  I’ll keep you posted! MORE MEDIA PR I currently write for 2 quarterly magazines and blog for them too occasionally – although I must admit that doing a podcast every week has taken up so much of my time that I would normally have dedicated to writing for other sources. So, in 2020, I want to make this a bit more of priority.  Jules Brooke, of Handle Your Own PR, who was a guest on episode 14, is always saying how the media are screaming for good content. And she also said to me the other day that before you publish a blog or a piece of content, put it out to the world first and get some free PR for it – she said “you’re creating awesome content already, just change the order in which you publish it”.  Great advice and hence has sparked a fire of ensuring I do more media in 2020. It’s great for building credibility, becoming known as the expert in your field and branding – among other pros! Is this something you’d like to do too?  Listen back to episode 14 and hear Jules’ fabulous tips and tricks.  www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/14 I’m a little scared to admit number 4 – but heck I can’t see your face when I say it, so it will be ok! Number one might be reach out and ask when it comes to building business relationships, but number 4 is reach out and ask for HELP. If you’re a wee little, never admit it, zip my mouth as I say it, control freak – you will understand why this one is hard for me. I need help.  There’s projects I want to do, there’s ideas I have swimming around in my head and frankly, I might not know exactly what they look like right now, but I do know that I CANNOT pull them off by myself. So, in 2020, I will be asking for help.  Heck, I’ve said it on the podcast so there’s a few thousand listeners who will now keep me accountable. (For which I will thank you immensely I’m sure!) Take time for me. Number 5 is also a little about me.  I need to take more time for me and my growing so very fast family.  In 2020 I will have a son in 3rd year uni, a year 12 and a year 11 student – mind explosion!  How the heck did my kids get this old, I’m sure I’m still 30 … right ….. My farming hubby works harder than most people on the planet, so I need to drag him kicking and screaming from the farm to have a rest more often. I need to wake up earlier and keep my walking dates with bestie Christine – we keep each other walking accountable! So that’s my 5 – what are yours? What was missing in your business or what didn’t you get around too in 2019, in 365 days that you would like to achieve in 2020 because it will have an impact on you or your business? Oh, and the good news is, 2020 is a leap year – so we get an extra day to fit it all in! YAY! So, again, spend some time reflecting back on 2019, start setting some goals for 2020 by asking yourself, what worked, what didn’t and what’s next. Hope you enjoyed episode 50. If you’re not a member of Like Minded Business Owners, simply head to Facebook, type in Like Minded Business Owners and join up.  Otherwise, there’s a link in the new notes at www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/podcast www.facebook.com/groups/LikeMindedBusinessOwners Love to hear all about the things you’d like to do better in 2020 in there. I’ll be back next Thursday with some more marketing know-how and another discovery of course.  If you’re enjoying this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode and share this with a friend.  And maybe leave me a rating and a review wherever you listen in.  Those things are like gold for podcasters like me!  PS – you can leave more than one rating and review – just saying! But that is all for Episode 50. I’d love to connect with you all on social – so let’s get social on social – I’m on all the platforms, so let’s do that! …….. and remember small business peeps, as my opening song says, there’s no point in dreaming small!  

On episode 12 of ‘The Social Fishing Podcast' I was lucky enough to site down and talk with the YouTube legend, Robbie Alexander! He is a true Aussie who loves the outdoors, his family, photography and most importantly… fishing! In this episode we talk about Robbie's life, how he fell into fishing and why he loves it so much. We touch on how he started his YouTube channel and why it's become such a big success. Robbie also shares tips on chasing Trout and Cod and fishing in North East Victoria. This is such an incredible episode with so many great lessons for both life and fishing!  

Why hello and welcome.  Welcome to Episode 21 of the Small Business Made Simple Podcast. I was recently hanging out in one of my favourite groups on Facebook and someone put a post-up asking what people would like to know when it comes to running a small business. The number one answer was “how to market my business on a shoestring budget” or words to those effect. I love the fact that people understand that they need to be marketing their business and what benefit that has, which is exposure and sales of course, and there is lots of ways, which I’ll discuss shortly, that you can market for little or no money, but at the end of the day we do need to invest back into our businesses and have a marketing budget. But I get it, when you’re starting out – money is tight.  So today I’m going to give you 7 ways you can market your business on a shoestring. But before I do that, of course, this Week’s Discovery of the Week. THIS WEEK’S DISCOVERY! This week’s discovery is a little ripper – or actually a big ripper. Have you ever taken the time to look at all the GOLD in the Chrome extension webstore?  No?  Well I highly highly recommend you do. Just google, Chrome webstore and you’ll be amazed.  I’d recommend you tick the “free” box in the right-hand side and see what’s available for free and work from there. There are some pretty awesome discoveries in there which will definitely make your business simpler. I recently came across the Hunter's Chrome extension lets you immediately find the email addresses behind the websites you're browsing.  Now when it comes to list building this extension could be business/life changing.  It does have a free version as well as paid and fits beautiful into this week’s subject of marketing your business on a shoestring – which you’ll see it seamlessly fitting in shortly when we get into the episode! As always, just a little disclaimer, my discoveries are just that and I am in no way affiliated with any of them but promise to tell you if I ever am.  I just love them and from the response of my listeners, you guys, you are loving them too! Hey and if you have a little discovery, or something you use in your business that you’d like to share, please do so.  Email me at jenn@jenndonovan.com.au or tag me @smallbusinessmadesimple.  I really love to know what tools you use to help make your life simpler! 7 WAYS TO MARKET YOUR BUSINESS ON A SHOESTRING Before I set out and give you these 7 ways, I want to you to hear this. Some of these 7 costs a little and some will cost nothing.  BUT all will cost your biggest commodity of TIME.  Nothing is for free because you are WORTH something too.  Your time, your expertise, YOU are worth something.  Never forget that.  In small business we tend forget that the resource of time is not free.  We can always make more money – but we can’t make more time. So when you’re looking at free or low cost marketing options – make sure you make a note or a mental note of how much time it took and times those hours by your hourly rate (or what it should be) and get a clear picture of what “free” or “low cost” actually looks like. Ok, getting down off my high horse now … Ok, let’s get into it – 7 Ways to Market your business on a shoestring. START AN EMAIL LIST If you listen to some of the best, most successful small business owners in our country and beyond they will say that their biggest regret is that they didn’t start building a list of customers/clients earlier. So how do you go about it? Sign up for a free program, such as Mail Chimp – it’s free until you get a list of about 2000.  Their packages have recently changed, so you might need to check the new packages out. Spend time thinking about how you can solve your clients or customers biggest challenge and design a lead magnet around it. A lead magnet can take lots of different forms from a checklist to a PDF download guide to a video series to an eBook to a resource guide. In fact, if you go to www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/magnetideas I have 69 of them there. Once you have your magnet, you promote it everywhere your ideal client or customer hangs out and exchange your awesome piece of content that solves their problem for an email address. Or offer a prize and promote that online and offline if you have a shop front.  Exchange the chance to win for an email address.  If you’re going to do this though, have a listen to Episode 11 – all about running online competitions – you need to make sure you’re within the rules. List building is something I am totally passionate about and if you head back to Episodes 9 and 10, they are all about list building.  I recommend you listen in. Of course, once you start building your list.  You need a plan to keep in contact with them – but for now, START.  Make list building your priority as free marketing of your business and maybe use the Chrome extension mentioned in the discovery to reach out and potentially connect with someone you really want to work with or for but don’t know how to get in contact!  Of course, there’s courtesy rules in play here – so remember reach out to new connections the way you’d appreciate (so not salesy!). GET FREE MEDIA PR This doesn’t always make more sales, I get that, it can, it certainly can but what it does even better is set you up as the expert in your field. Getting your business into the media can be HUGE for brand awareness. For those sceptics out there, I guarantee you that media outlets are just itching to get a hold of new, original content just like you can do. On episode 14 I had my dear friend Jules Brooks on and it’s her business to help teach people how to keep themselves into the media.  So, go back and have a listen to that one too if you haven’t already. If you have a blog, write articles for LinkedIn or write long captions for Instagram, then you are there – you have content.  The trick is putting it out to the media first – before you publish it as they want original content that hasn’t been published before. But if you have a fabulous piece you’ve already written, well then re-write it – juice it up a little – make old new again and put it out to the world. How do you know who to write too or send your articles too – google – google is your best friend.  Spend some time researching what your ideal clients or customers read, watch or subscribe too, google who’s in charge of the editorial department and reach out. If you have a good article, that’s full of value and isn’t promotional and has a fabulous photo with it – then you my friend are gold! CREATE A GOOGLE MY BUSINESS ACCOUNT. If you want your business to show up in local search, a Google My Business account is a necessity. This will make sure your business is not only visible on search, but on Google Maps as well.  Having a google business account is becoming more and more important, especially since they shut down Google+.  Your Google Business page can now look more like a mini, lead gathering website.  There’s lots of features people miss or don’t take any notice of.  So, invest time, go through each box, each google suggestion and fill out what you can, upload amazing photos that represents what you do and make your business google page sensational. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FACEBOOK'S AND GOOGLE’S FREE AD CREDITS. Facebook and Google are always giving away free ad credit vouchers. When you are signing up for services like web hosting or AdWords, take advantage of the free vouchers they offer and take PPC advertising for a test drive. Just make sure if you’re checking back on the results.  Yes, it’s free and you are using the offered credits, but you still want maximum traction. So, and this applies to ANY online paid marketing, when you’re set something up, make sure you ALWAYS and I mean ALWAYS check back on the advert after about 48 hours and check out the analytics. NEVER set and forget. HAVE AN AMAZING REACH OUT STRATEGY ON SOCIAL MEDIA Now because I only have 7 tips today – I wasn’t going to waste one of them on saying “have a presence of social media”.  I think or hope in 2019 that that’s a little obvious.  Maybe you need to work out which platform is best, but at least you’ve got a presence. I will just say one more thing, before I move onto the actual point of having a reach out strategy and that is to go and have a look at your Social media profiles.  Have you filled out all the boxes, do the links work, if you’ve got your homepage listed as your website, is that the best place to be sending them, is there any spelling errors, do you need to change anything? If it’s been a while since you created your social platforms, then consider taking my 5 days social media challenge to make sure you’ve got it smicko!  Go to www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/challenge Ok, so I’m assuming you’ve got your social platforms all sorted, so now it’s time for people to find you.  One of the tactics that isn’t implemented enough in most people’s businesses is a reach out strategy.  What is it?  What it says.  Stop waiting for people to find you.  Get out there.  Like pages as your business page.  Comment in groups as your business (or yourself).  Join groups.  Give value, value, value so that people are so curious who this amazing, value giving small business owner is, that they search you up and join your world. This is how you use social media is 2019.  I absolutely guarantee it.  You’ve got to give before you can get. No matter what platform or platforms you are on – start reaching out! POST AMAZING CONTENT Whether you have a blog (which you can have for free just putting that out there) or whether you post on social media, POST AMAZING CONTENT. You want potential customers or clients in your world to say “Oh my lordy, if she/he gives this sort of thing away for FREE, I wonder how brilliant the money costing content is …”  This is the goal. Be so brilliant, they can’t afford to ignore you. What is amazing content?  Well it varies from business to business, but it starts with you understanding what your prospects biggest challenges are and end with you solving it!  It can be the written word, or it can be in video form – it just needs to be engaging. Just a hint though, we are pretty harsh on ourselves when it comes to our content and whether it’s amazeballs or not – so let your audience be the judge of that – put it out there and see if it resonates.  Don’t stew over it – just do it! ALIGN YOURSELF WITH A CHARITY So, the last one is all about either aligning yourself with a charity, spending time in your community or sponsoring an event – maybe a charity or it could be a sporting event etc. For brand exposure, for showing people your business values, for keeping top of mind, you cannot go past this one!  People do business with people they like – so you have to put yourself out there and well, get liked! Not sure if I’ve told this story or not previously, so apologies if I have, but in my retail days, I started a program or event called “Pay it Forward”.  We aligned ourselves with the local Community Centre and became the drop off point for people who wanted to donate presents and goods to our Christmas appeal.  It’s was like the Wishing Trees of the big retailers, but our gifts came from locals to locals. I am really proud of what we achieved, and it’s lived on even after we sold our shop – it’s now in the hands of my bestie Michelle at Judd’s – shout out to her! It bought people into our store who hadn’t been there before, it gave us a talking point to anyone who came in and helped us develop relationships with our customers on a whole new level that lasted way past December.  It will go down in my life’s journey of one of the things I am most proud of. It didn’t really cost us a cent.  But it firmly concreted, to our community, what our brand values were. Maybe for you it looks more like sponsoring with products – maybe your local school, your local sports club or even your local charity.  Or giving an in-kind donation of your time. Either way, you want people to get to know you, your brand, stay top of mind and do business with people who know like and trust you – PLUS market your business for FREE – then this step is one you cannot go past. One of my businesses core values is be a giver – the more you help others, the more rewards you will enjoy. Now I guess I wouldn’t be me if I didn’t try to overachieve and give you a bonus tip!  This one very much aligns with the one we’ve just chatted about but it’s more strategic, more marketingish (sorry if that’s not a word) and well it’s one some of my listeners will roll their eyes at or shake their head. It’s NETWORKING. So, your bonus tip for getting your business marketed on a shoestring budget is, attend local networking events. And a pro-tip for attending networking events, to get the absolute most out of them and be the person EVERYONE remembers is – be the listener NOT the talker.  Be the question asker rather than the question answerer!  Everyone’s favourite subject is themselves, so if you ask great questions about them, they are like to remember you fondly rather than the person who just wouldn’t shut up about themselves – what was their name?  That tip is how you do networking well. Check out local business events on Meetup.com or see what events your local chamber or small business association is hosting.  Or google business networking in your area. If there’s not one – start one.  My friend in Beechworth, Karen, she organises just a coffee at the local bakery every Wednesday (I think) and invites whoever is free and available and would like to come – so maybe just start there. It’s a topic for another Podcast, but I can tell you that surrounding myself with like-minded business owners who would support me, challenge me, cheer me and celebrate with me was THE best thing I’ve done in business. Just a plug too, if you’re in North East Victoria, where I am, and you’re looking for a networking place – come join me and my group in Yarrawonga – 3rd Wednesday evening of each month.  I have an amazing bunch of people who give so freely to help others as well as learn from our guest speakers or myself.  Get in touch or check out Instagram @yarrawongabizhub   Now – go get social and continue this conversation in my Facebook Group – Like Minded Business Owners.  I’d love to hear your thoughts. But that’s all for Episode 21 of the Small Business Made Simple Podcast.  Thanks for listening in. I’ll be back next Thursday with some more marketing know-how and another discovery of course. Dive into the show notes for this episode and all past episodes at www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au If you’re loving the show – share it with a friend – the more the merrier or head over and leave a rating or a review - those things are GOLD for podcasters like me!  Shout out to Mulwala MC, the gorgeous Louise Reid from Floral Harvest and the gorgeous Sheree from the Identity Academy who’ve taken some time out of their day to leave a rating and review.  So much love to you all! I’ll be eternally grateful, and it helps others find this podcast and enjoy the free training, tips and tricks too.  It could be the best gift you give them! Feel free to leave me a DM on Instagram with any comments or ideas (including fab discoveries)!  The DMs seriously make my day! Catch you next week,

In this episode PlanningxChange interview Cazz Redding, Director of Red Ink Planning. Cazz is based in Bright, North East Victoria. She discusses her career progression, starting a business and working 'in the bush'.

In PX48, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview Cazz Redding, Director of Red Ink Planning. Cazz is based in Bright, North East Victoria. She discusses her career progression, starting a business and working 'in the bush'. Podcast released 23 March 2019. Technical production by Zak Willsallen of Complete Podcast Services. For more information visit www.planningxchange.org.

The topics we cover in Episode 73 of Cultivate Farms TV: a) Weekly update b) Community farmer activation program c) Document your farm ownership journey on social media d) Farmers coming to us with vendor deals e) The best way to convince someone to back you onto your farm f) Apple Orchard South West Tasmania g) Update: 130 acres near Freycinet Tasmania h) Farm ownership opportunities Every week Sam Marwood takes you behind the scenes of what we are doing to help make your farm dreams a reality. 1. Aspiring farmers registered We are at 790 aspiring farmer members from all over Australia. Thanks to the 85 in the last month. We appreciate you all very much. If you aren't a member, please signup here (Free or Premium) www.cultivatefarms.com/pricing We need you to back us to help ensure Cultivate Farms takes off. It costs us to keep things going and we need our aspiring farmers to step up and help fund our operations. You can sit back and not sign up, or be a free member - that's great - but wouldn't it be much better to work through a farm ownership plan with us and ensure we keep finding farm opportunities for you? There are also a stack of benefits for you to being a Cultivate Farms premium member a) You get to chat with the Cultivate Farms team b) We work through a farm ownership pathway plan c) Mecardo market analysis membership (valued at $300) d) We directly notify you of farm opportunities (some are only promoted to members) e) Monthly webinar for members only 2. Weekly update Behind the scenes discussions: We are having so many behind-the-scenes discussions with aspiring farmers, investors and retiring farmers. It takes a while to get to know people, what they want and the farm opportunity. We continue to keep in touch with all of our retiring farmers letting them know who is applying for their farms. But also keeping in touch with those who have indicated an interest. These farmers are dabbling with the concept of transitioning ownership to kids that aren't their own and this takes time which we have to be appreciative of. I did an interview with the Founder of RCS, Terry McCosker. Terry had some gold about how to make your farm dreams a reality, his thoughts on whether retiring farmers are ready to transition to kids that aren't there own and what you as a farmer need to know to succeed. We have had such great feedback on this interview - so please do add this to your playlist. Tim is complete the Grazing for Profit RCS course this week in Wagga Wagga NSW so we can learn first hand why people love what RCS are teaching You can watch the interview here. https://www.youtube.com/watch…. Cultivate Talent - we are unpacking a recruitment concept with a corporate farm. Their biggest risk is finding farmers who are dedicated, hardworking and there for the long haul. They are open to helping their farmers get farm-ownership-ready and we think we could have an amazing farm employment concept that could change how farm jobs are rolled out across the country. Both parties know you want to own a farm, and you will work together to get you there, but in the meantime, work hard on the farm. We are applying for a couple of grants for the Cultivator Program and also a community farmer activation program - where we will help regional communities find their own farm matches. 3. Community farmer activation program We have been working with a community leader in North East Victoria who is keen to see more young people get onto farms in their district and to help retirement aged farms step back with dignity and remain in the community. So after some discussions, we developed a community farmer activation program which we want to share with you now and encourage any community in Australia to reach out if this is of interest. We know that there are plenty of solutions to get young people back to your farming community. It takes time and a few dedicated people to make it happen. But essentially you can be the farm matchmakers and you are in the best place to do this because you know the social landscape. Our plan is that over 2 years we assist a farming community to attract 3 aspiring farmers into farm ownership and to assist 3 retiring farmers into transition ownership while remaining in the community. Most farming communities are aware of the change in demographics of their community over the past few decades. The ability to retain and attract next-generation farmers is getting harder. However, the farming opportunities in any region are many and varied and the scene is set for local communities to look at the current situation as opportunities for exploitation. There are many retirement-aged farmers who would be open to transitioning ownership to next-generation farmers. There are communities full of passionate people already taking action to continue to see their district thrive. We just need to tap into this and offer practical solutions. 4. Document your farm ownership journey on social media We have been talking to all our premium aspiring farmer members about the power of social media to fast track their farm ownership dreams. Everyone should be documenting their journey through social media. Bianca from OurCow is doing this and you should follow them. The ability for this to open doors that you can't open yourself is immense. We want you to tag us in any posts that you create or think are relevant as well, so we can share and promote you to increase your chances of ownership. 5. Farmers coming to us with vendor deals We have had a few farmers coming to us with vendor finance deals - this is great. But how come you haven't already found these deals!? You should be out there contacting all these farmers and they should feel overwhelmed with attention from passionate aspiring farmers jumping onto any opportunity that could help them. We will be promoting these opportunities soon, but you should be finding these yourself. You should know all the farms that are on the market and understand the needs of the farmers. Maybe there are farms that haven't sold for over 12 months - these ones you should definitely contact the real estate to see if vendor terms would be an option. You should be emailing all real estate agents anyway for any farm opportunity and asking them if vendor terms are available. The squeaky wheel will get the fix and soon real estate agents will be finding your deals just to get you off their back! 6. The best way to convince someone to back you onto your farm We believe that the best way to get onto your farm is to start farming yourself. If you are already running a farm operation using your own money and making sacrifices, then this is the number 1 best way to prove to a retiring farmer or investor that you are worth backing. If you are good with your own money, then you will be good with theirs. You are most likely not going to be able to buy a farm on your own. So you need others. Therefore you focus is on impressing people. We know it is hard to find, but keep a focus on finding land to lease and setting up a small version of your ideal farm. Get a herd of 10 cattle, start growing mushrooms, do whatever you can to show you are on a trajectory to having your own farm. You know how hard it is, but you want to show everyone you want this bad. 7. Apple Orchard South West Tasmania This farm is a sale, but the vendor is open to some form of vendor terms. We thought this was a great one to promote with the owner because we this a farm entrepreneur might be able to see the value and then find investors to back them and go for it. https://cultivatefarms.com/…/appleorcha… It is 3.5 Hectares in Cygent in the South West of Tasmania It is already a profitable operation and has the opportunity to tap into the cider market and convert the house to tasting rooms or another option is to grow late season cherries on it in conjunction with the apples to further compliment the current structure. 8. Update: 130 acres near Freycinet Tasmania We have a lease opportunity that has been available for a while near Bicheno on the east coast of Tasmania. On the doorstep of world renowned Freycinet National Park. I had the opportunity to visit the 132 acre property the other day while down in Tasmania and met up with the owner. The owners are great and have really setup a green field property that is right for a top gun farmer. We kicked around ideas why we haven't been able to find a farm entrepreneur to jump onto this farm and then we thought we should think bigger. So we are now going to approach a few larger farming operations to see if they would be up for incubating the farm as an extension of their current operations and back a top gun farmer. The property has so much potential. So keep a watch out. Do get in touch if of interest 9. Farm ownership opportunities We have 22 farms that you could own with retiring farmers tomorrow. We want you to check these out and pass the details on to friends and family. These are red hot live opportunities which could set you up for life. The process will be that you do a basic pitch and then we give it to the retiring farmers to decide if they want to take it any further. If they do it's then a number of conversations to find the best solution for you both. www.cultivatefarms.com/farms 1) Tasmanian Apple Orchard https://cultivatefarms.com/…/appleorcha… 2) 640 acres Murrayville Victoria: https://cultivatefarms.com/…/640-acres-… 3) Mushroom farm sale Gippsland Victoria https://cultivatefarms.com/…/gippsland-… 4) Free Range Chicken Lease Tasmania: https://cultivatefarms.com/…/Opportunit… 5) Organic Farm share farm just outside Melbourne Victoria: https://cultivatefarms.com/…/Organic%20… 6) Permaculture Dorrigo NSW https://cultivatefarms.com/…/80acreperm… 7) Dairy ownership pathway | North East Victoria - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/dairyn… 8) Cattle Leasing - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/Cattle… 9) Mushroom Farm Opportunity - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/Mushro… 10) Walnuts & Truffles Farm - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/Walnut… 11) Cherry Orchard in NSW - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/Cherry… 12) Greenfield opportunity Freycinet Tasmania - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/Manuka… 13) The Mantle 250 Hectare Farm in Toolern Vale Vic - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/TheMan… 14) Kilkivan Community Farm Qld - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/Kilkiv… 15) 74ha Lime tree farm west of Dimbulah Qld - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/LimeFa… 16) 70 acres Chestnut Farm in Western Australia - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/Chestn… 17) Intensive Aquaculture in Rutherglen Victoria - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/IntensiveAquacultureRuther… 18) Rare Vegetable Seed Farm in Victoria - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/RareVe… 19) 100 Acres in North East Tasmania - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/100acr… 20) Tropical Horticulture Northern Territory - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/ntmark… 21) Northern Territory Small Beef Farm - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/f…/NTBeef 22) Olive Grove in Tasmania - https://www.cultivatefarms.com/…/Tasman…

On this weeks program Chris talks to fellow YarraBUG Radio presenter Steve Barnett about bike packing 300km+ from home to North East Victoria and then riding the 200km Alpine Classic. He discusses his inspiration starting with the short film, From the Doorstep, using Maprogress for personal rides, using a spot tracker, becoming your own dot watcher, building confidence, Curve Cycling flash packing, using rail trails to base a adventure on, basic equipment like frame bags, handle bar rolls, planning a itinerary vs. wandering, riding to conditions and letting people know where you're going & duration. Useful apps include MapOut (apple), Strava and Ride With GPSLocal news includes City of Yarra announcing Wellington Street Bike Lanes Stage 2, 2019 Bike Rave and World Naked Bike Ride returning to Melbourne on 16 March 2019.

Pip speaks to Dallas Frasca about the second 'A Hitch to The Sticks' festival, happening in various locations across North East Victoria in October.