Podcasts about rural australia

In an increasingly noisy world, how can ag speak with a unified, consistent voice?The changing dynamics of agricultural advocacy in Australia has caught our attention, and we're keen to explore whether industry representation is still 'fit for purpose' in a rapidly shifting political and social landscape. With around 270 farm advocacy bodies in Australia with a combined annual spend of $400-600 million, there's no shortage of voices sticking up for ag.  But how effective are they in delivering genuine policy solutions to Government?To open up this conversation, Oli is joined by Katie McRobert, Executive Director at the Australian Farm Institute, and Tyson Cattle, a rural journalist-turned-Nuffield Scholar, currently exploring how ag advocacy is done around the world and what Australia could be doing better.TakeawaysAdvocacy in agriculture is fragmented and there's a disconnect between what's being said and what's being heardEffective advocacy requires a clear purpose, two-way conversations and cultivating long-term relationships to drive policy changeFinding common ground with decision-makers is essential for achieving policy outcomesRespect and credibility is often overlooked in advocacy structuresFarmers are good as telling stories, but ag needs to get better at sharing storiesCurrent advocacy structures in Australia are often conservative and 'locked in' to a traditional structure, but new approaches such as social media influencers are having an impact Leadership in advocacy often requires taking unpopular stancesLinksLearn more about Tyson's Nuffield topic, and LinkedInKatie McRobert LinkedInYou can hear more episodes of Humans of Agriculture here.If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and let us know your thoughts at hello@humansofagriculture.com.  Don't forget to rate, subscribe, and leave a review!

Interview with rural social enterprise entrepreneur Angela Cochrane.Question: What has work force shortages in rural and regional Australia got to do with childcare and babies? Answer: Everything!Check out the website for The Future Care Project here: Home | The Future Care Pr 1In this podcast Chantal chats with Angela Cochrane from The Future Care Project a start-up social enterprise she has built and thrown herself into while caring for her three young children.What began as a little funded project with the Goondiwindi Chamber of Commerce nearly two years ago has evolved into a fulltime social enterprise business and full-heart passion project for Ange, as she tells the story of how childcare and a flourishing economy are very much connected.Without childcare, women cannot re-enter the workforce and this is proving a huge problem for businesses all around regional Australia who are desperate for workers.Angela has thrown herself in to solving this very big problem that not only affects mothers and families, but affects the whole Australian economy.You will be very inspired by this ball of rurally-based, entrepreneurial energy Angela Cochrane, and you will want to get behind her new social enterprise – The Future Care Project.Enjoy!Introducing the Rural Psychologist Podcast

The FRRR (Foundation for Rural and Regional Australia) has raised and distributed more than $180 million across the bush in Australia over the past 25 years. It is currently helping parts of Queensland and NSW recover from massive floods. FRRR CEO Natalie Egleton takes us behind the organisation, which was set up with the mission of helping to ensure the viability of Australia communities, beyond our cities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Chantal provides advice for health professionals on how not to burn out; and then (at about the 10min mark for those who want to skip my don't burn out advice for health professionals and get straight to the good stuff!) has a great chat with two highly regarded mental health professionals who have lived and worked in rural Australia for a couple of decades. Enjoy!Guest profiles:Home - Rural Sky GoondiwindiRural Sky is situated in the heart of Goondiwindi, by the banks of the MacIntyre River, on Queensland's Darling Downs. We are a private practice of mental health professionals, delivering services to the people in our favourite part of the world, in the place we call home.We are committed to excellence and pride ourselves on providing exceptional and confidential professional services in a warm and positive environment. Our team of highly skilled and experienced clinicians deliver psychological therapy to clients of all ages across the spectrum of emotional and behavioural difficulties. We provide services to individuals, couples, families and even organisations.Rural Sky also offers keynote presentations for events, along with workshops, psychometric testing and coaching to individuals and businesses with a desire to realise their potential and experience lasting success.Fundamental to our practice is that we live in the community that we serve. We understand what it means to live in a rural town. We understand distance, drought and flooding rains, small-town intricacies, local issues and services. We understand you! KATHERINE JOHNSTONEhttps://ruralsky.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Screen-Shot-2020-01-25-at-11.23.43-am.pngAbout Kath: Katherine Johnstone is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and co-founder of Rural Sky, a private practice based in Goondiwindi, Queensland. With over a decade of experience, Kath works with people across all stages of life—from young children to older adults—supporting them through life's challenges, whether big, small, or somewhere in between.Rooted in a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach, Kath's work is centred around helping people make sense of what they're going through, reconnect with what matters to them, and move forward with confidence. She believes deeply in the power of rural communities and is passionate about ensuring mental health support is not only accessible, but also practical, respectful, and real.Outside of work, Kath enjoys exploring Australia and overseas, spending time with her family, and soaking up the simple joys of rural life—where the stars are brighter, the conversations deeper, and the work genuinely meaningful.SUZIE COLLINS, CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGISTAbout Suz: Suzie is passionate about supporting people, of all ages, to build resilience and overcome barriers that make life difficult.  Suzie draws upon a range of evidence based therapeutic models and specifically Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR, EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner), Internal Family Systems (IFS, IFSI Level 1 trained), Gottman Method for Couples (Level 3 trained), Motivational Interviewing (Relapse Prevention) and TheraPlay (Level 1 trained).  She is also trained in Triple P Parenting (group), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Suzie uses a trauma informed and non-pathologising framework for therapy.Suzie's 10+ years, of experience has provided her with the opportunity to work with a range of mental health presentations (e.g. trauma, addition, behavioural concerns, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, grief etc).  She has a particular interest in working with those whoIntroducing the Rural Psychologist Podcast

Alana Johnson AM is a Founding Member of Australian Women in Agriculture (AWiA). For over thirty years, Alana has dedicated herself to advancing gender equality, empowering communities, and advocating for change in rural Australia. In this episode, Alana opens up about how free university tuition in the seventies led her to a life of advocating for equality and reflects on how the needs of rural women and the aims of Australian Women in Agriculture have changed over time. Resources and links: Australian Women in Agriculture (AWiA) website Rural Women Online website Alana Johnson AM on LinkedIn Send us your story: Do you know someone (or are you someone) who’d make a great potential guest on a future episode of Beyond the Farm Gate? Drop us a line at beyondthefarmgate@bendigobank.com.au. Connect: Rural Bank website Rural Bank on Facebook Rural Bank on Twitter Rural Bank on LinkedIn Rural Bank on YouTube In this podcast any opinions, estimates and projections are for informational purposes only and any advice provided is of a general nature only and does not take into account your personal needs, objectives and financial circumstances. You should consider whether it is appropriate for your situation. This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

2025 - The year of living dangerously...connect with new people, learn new things, dive into life and live like no one is judging... AND The kids are not ok? Chantal chats with Dr Chloe Kidd on the mental health of young people living in rural Australia. Dr Kidd sits on the Momentum research team that is helping to overcome access issues for young rural people needing mental health assistance.Find out more about the Momentum program here:www.momentumhub.org.auWhat is Momentum?Momentum offers tailored online treatment programs to help children and adolescents learn new ways to cope with feelings of anxiety and/or unhappiness. Momentum also offers help with sleep difficulties, as well as information on well-being and help-seeking, and tips and information about substance use for adolescents.Momentum has been designed in collaboration with young people, parents, clinicians and researchers. The program is free to use in Australia and can be worked through at your own pace and in the comfort of your own home.Introducing the Rural Psychologist Podcast

In this episode of Add To Cart, we chat with Grace Brennan, Founder and CEO of Buy From The Bush, the platform connecting rural creators with global shoppers. From jewellers showcasing at Paris Fashion Week to artists landing commissions in Hollywood, Grace reveals how storytelling and partnerships with brands like PayPal and Meta turned this grassroots movement into a $14 million success. Discover how Grace champions small businesses and why she believes our rural communities deserve to be celebrated every single day.This episode was brought to you by:Deliver In PersonShopify PlusAbout your guest:Grace Brennan is the Founder and CEO of Buy From The Bush, an innovative online platform connecting rural makers, creators, artists, and retailers with global customers. Born from the adversity facing Australia's rural economy during the 2019 drought, Buy From The Bush has become a movement connecting small rural businesses with urban shoppers through storytelling and social media. Generating over $14 million in sales, Buy From The Bush has spotlighted hidden rural talent, empowered countless women and proven that creativity thrives even in adversity. With a natural instinct for action and a collaborative spirit, Grace champions meaningful partnerships to ensure rural communities are valued and celebrated—not just in times of crisis, but always.About your host:Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading eCommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia's Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.Please contact us if you: Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-host Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart betterEmail hello@addtocart.com.au We look forward to hearing from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you feel so many things have changed in your life and that you've lost everything, it's very hard to see outside your situation, see that you are more than your job, or your former ability. In this episode, MSSN founder Dr Caroline Howe speaks to Warren Davies, The Unbreakable Farmer, about his journey about rebuilding his life from a point where he thought he had lost everything. The is a story of hope, of shifting perspectives and how to not only move forward, but to thrive!  For more on Warren Davies' story, his website www.theunbreakablefarmer.com.au has more on his story and the work he is doing to help fix communities and individuals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Trabaho, Visa, atbp., find out how the Vidal family traded their city life for an opportunity in the rural town of Edenhope, Victoria. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of living in a regional area based on their experience. - Sa episode ng Trabaho, Visa, atbp., kilalanin natin ang pamilya Vidal na napadpad sa rural town ng Edenhope, Victoria. Alamin ang kanilang bentahe at disbentahe ng paninirahan base sa kanilang karanasan.

Today I chat to Art Simone, one of Australia's most celebrated Drag Queens who you may recognise from RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under. Through creativity and humour and sheer talent, Art Simone has claimed her position at the forefront of the Aussie entertainment industry. Breaking down stereotypes, celebrating differences and tirelessly promoting social inclusion, Art has helped move drag from margin to mainstream and she's just getting started. Today we chat about Art's journey from performing in a small country town to performing on a worldwide stage, plus their work championing visibility and representation for the queer community. If you've never spent time with a drag queen - I encourage you to listen to this episode with an open heart and open mind, understanding what goes on behind all the glitter and glam.CONNECT:Connect with Art Simone hereBuy their books hereConnect with me hereJoin our community here

What is it really like to manage depression while living in the bush? This is the raw and honest tale of Lisa Jeitz and her journey to manage her depression while living, working and wrangling a young family on a farm in Western Australia. Thank you to Lisa for telling her story so that she can help others to find the language and courage to ask for help.Introducing the Rural Psychologist Podcast

When the NSW Farmers Association voted to campaign for shortening the duration of daylight saving, the NSW premier, Chris Minns, very quickly shut down the idea. So why does daylight saving continue to be a divisive issue that brings out impassioned views? Tamsin Rose speaks to rural and regional editor Calla Wahlquist and columnist Gabrielle Chan about both sides of the debate You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport

Steph joined us on episode 6 of the Humans of Agriculture podcast in April 2020. It's fair to say since then, quite a few things have changed! The last time we chatted, it was all things Tas Ag Co, what was back then a new venture and business opportunity for Steph and their husband Sam. What we didn't even mention once was 'Motherland Australia' the charity and organisation Steph has created that is having an extensive impact right across Rural Australia.Steph's now a household name, the 2024 Tasmanian Australian of the Year, 2022 AgriFutures Australia Rural Women's Award National Winner, and founder and CEO of Motherland Australia. Motherland is a national charity that advocates for the emotional well-being of rural mothers in Australia and delivers services that help build resilience and improve mental health outcomes.In this episode, we catch up on what's been happening since 2020. The role of the weekly podcasting from her kitchen table in connecting her and plenty of Rural Mum's to meaningful and important conversationsThe founding and growth of Motherland AustraliaThe creation of 'Motherland Village', - an online rural Mother's group (and even finding a village of her own)Balancing work, family and personal wellbeingThe impact the various episodes and stories have had on herThe importance in vulnerability and authenticity in building a communityFuture visions for supporting rural families, including rural dads!

Hosting renewable projects, such as wind and solar farms, is an opportunity for many farmers to earn a stable income during the ongoing climate crisis. But in community meetings across regional Australia, there's a ‘noisy minority' who are mobilising a growing resistance to the renewables transition. Warwick-based rural and regional reporter Aston Brown speaks to Matilda Boseley about why there is a growing mistrust in some communities over the renewable energy rollout You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport

    Join us on this captivating episode of War Docs as we welcome Abraham “Boxxy” Boxx, a critical care nurse and former Army National Guard flight paramedic, who shares his incredible journey from rural New South Wales, Australia, to becoming a combat medic in the Australian Defense Forces. Listen in as Boxxy recounts his early inspirations, such as the humanitarian efforts following the 2004 tsunami and his transition to the US Army National Guard. We explore the nuances of medical training in both countries, including Australia's extensive 18-month combat medic training, and how these experiences have shaped Boxxy's career.      Boxxy provides a vivid account of his global deployments, from jungle survival training in Southeast Asia to peacekeeping missions in the Solomon Islands and humanitarian aid in Pakistan. He reflects on the unique medical challenges faced in these diverse environments and the available support structures. This conversation highlights the importance of comprehensive training and robust support for medics working in austere conditions, drawing contrasts between his military and humanitarian aid experiences.     In addition, Boxxy discusses his career transition to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), shedding light on the rigorous preparation and strategic planning required for this demanding field. He shares insights into balancing military service with a civilian career in the trauma ICU, memorable cases, and coping mechanisms for high-stress medical work. This episode also touches on the importance of integrating basic nursing skills into military medic training and the value of mentorship and support in advancing one's career in military medicine.   Chapters: (00:04) Military Medical Training Comparison (10:19) Medical Deployments and Lessons Learned (23:20) Career Transition and Medical Specializations (27:41) Medical Response in Resource-Scarce Environments (34:50) Enhancing Military Medicine Skills   Chapter Summaries: (00:04) Military Medical Training Comparison Nature's impact on Boxxy's journey from rural Australia to becoming a combat medic in the US Army National Guard and his aspirations to become a CRNA.   (10:19) Medical Deployments and Lessons Learned Early experiences as a medic in the Australian military, including deployments to Southeast Asia, the Solomon Islands, and Pakistan.   (23:20) Career Transition and Medical Specializations A critical care flight paramedic and nurse shares their journey from military service to becoming a CRNA, discussing rigorous preparation and coping mechanisms.   (27:41) Medical Response in Resource-Scarce Environments Pediatric patient's death in resource-scarce environment highlights need for specialized training and understanding local medical capabilities.   (34:50) Enhancing Military Medicine Skills Military medics need to integrate basic nursing skills, teach others, and learn from civilian practices to enhance prolonged field care.   Take Home Messages: Inspirations and Career Pathways in Military Medicine:    The episode delves into the motivational factors that drive individuals to pursue careers in military medicine. Highlighted is the influence of humanitarian missions, such as those following natural disasters, in shaping the career aspirations of medics. This underscores the significant role that early experiences and global events can play in guiding one's professional journey.   Comparative Medical Training Across Countries:    A major focus of the episode is the comparison of medical training programs between the Australian Defense Forces and the US Army National Guard. The differences in training durations, content emphasis, and qualifications achieved are explored, revealing how varying approaches can produce medics with diverse skill sets suited to different operational needs.   Challenges and Learning from Deployments:    The episode provides an insightful look into the diverse and often challenging environments where medics are deployed, from Southeast Asia to Pakistan. It emphasizes the importance of robust support structures and the need for comprehensive training that includes primary healthcare, pediatrics, and obstetrics to effectively handle the unique medical challenges encountered in these regions.   Career Transitions and Advanced Specializations:    Transitioning from military roles to advanced medical specializations is a key theme. The rigorous preparation and strategic planning required to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) are discussed, highlighting the balance between military service and civilian medical careers. This reflects the broader theme of continuous education and career advancement in the field of military medicine.   Impact of Experiences in Resource-Scarce Environments:    The episode sheds light on the profound impact of working in resource-limited settings on the career trajectories and educational pursuits of medics. Experiences in such environments drive the pursuit of further education and specialized training, reinforcing the importance of adaptability and continuous learning to improve patient care in challenging conditions. Episode Keywords: Combat Medicine, Critical Care Nurse, Army National Guard, Medical Training, Humanitarian Missions, Australian Defense Forces, Medical Deployments, Medical Challenges, Resource-Scarce Environments, Military Medicine, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Career Transition, Medical Specializations, Flight Paramedic, Trauma ICU, Nurse Anesthesia, Prolonged Field Care, Mass Casualty Situations, Mentorship, Support Structures Hashtags: #wardocs #military #medicine #podcast #MilMed #MedEd #CombatMedic #MilitaryMedicine #AbrahamBoxx #TsunamiRelief #CriticalCareNurse #ArmyNationalGuard #GlobalDeployments #TraumaICU #NurseAnesthetist #MilitaryTraining     Honoring the Legacy and Preserving the History of Military Medicine The WarDocs Mission is to honor the legacy, preserve the oral history, and showcase career opportunities, unique expeditionary experiences, and achievements of Military Medicine. We foster patriotism and pride in Who we are, What we do, and, most importantly, How we serve Our Patients, the DoD, and Our Nation. Find out more and join Team WarDocs at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/ Check our list of previous guest episodes at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/our-guests Subscribe and Like our Videos on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible and go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in Military Medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you. WARDOCS documents the experiences, contributions, and innovations of all military medicine Services, ranks, and Corps who are affectionately called "Docs" as a sign of respect, trust, and confidence on and off the battlefield,demonstrating dedication to the medical care of fellow comrades in arms.     Follow Us on Social Media Twitter: @wardocspodcast Facebook: WarDocs Podcast Instagram: @wardocspodcast LinkedIn: WarDocs-The Military Medicine Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast      

Have you noticed a boom in rural fashion designers?  Last September, Holly Goodman and I sat down to record this interview.  Holly lives in Tamworth with her husband and three young children and is a fashion designer with her own label, Peter Bill, which has morphed from young boys clothing into a really impressive womens range.  In Spring last year, Holly put on The Rural Runway, a fashion runway and show of some of her favourite rural designers.  I really loved this - as I suppose I just hope that someone picks up this idea and runs with it. I'd love nothing more than to attend a full blown fashion show made up of designers from all our local towns and communities. So the interview may be dated but I'm still celebrating the premise of it; creating a platform in which to celebrate and showcase the work of fashion designers in rural Australia. This podcast is produced in partnership with Rabobank Australia Find more lifestyle podcasts from rural Australia at mansonpodcasting.com Sign up to our free weekly newsletter here

We were recently given the opportunity to host a conversation at the Norco, PrimeX field days. In 2023 Norco and the National Farmers Federation released a report: The National Farmer Wellbeing ReportWhen it comes to mental health, farmers in Rural Australia face disproportionately high rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide. As part of our work at Humans of Agriculture, we want to use our platform to have conversations that matter and this one is incredibly important.In this episode, Warren shares his personal experiences; achieving the dream of being a dairy farmer, and subsequently losing it as he faced various natural disasters. With the support of professionals, family and friends, Warren got his life back on track however it wasn't as a farmer. He physically and metaphorically closed that gate and chapter of his life, and his new persona took off - the unbreakable farmer.Warren Davies is not just any average Farmer. There is more to this farmer than meets the eye. His eventful life has tested his Resilience, Persistence and Determination. All having a massive impact on his young family, relationships and finances. But this has made Warren the Farmer he is today - The Unbreakable Farmer.If you or someone you know, is requiring support the service can be reached on 1800 936 229Other helpful services if you are in need of support include:Lifeline 13 11 14 TIACS 0488 846 988

Guardian Australia's political editor Karen Middleton speaks with the independent federal member for Indi, Helen Haines – well known for her strong interest against corruption and for transparency in government. When it comes to the transition to renewable energy, Haines is pushing for the government to improve the ways they're addressing the concerns and hesitations of voters outside of metropolitan areas CSIRO puts cost of new nuclear plant at $8.6bn as Coalition stalls on policy details

More than 9 million Australians live in areas with limited or no childcare services, and the problem is only exacerbated in regional and remote areas – forcing many mothers to take a break from their careers. Guardian Australia columnist Gabrielle Chan tells Nour Haydar about her experience as a working mother in a regional area, her frustration at a lack of progress, and whose responsibility it is to ensure more towns get the childcare services they need You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport

A Guardian investigation has revealed that a debit scheme – originally designed to help people on welfare to pay bills and expenses – is exposing people to financial harm. Now advocates say urgent action is needed to protect the most vulnerable. In this episode, Indigenous affairs editor Lorena Allam and chief investigations correspondent Christopher Knaus tell Matilda Boseley how the scheme crashed wildly off course and why repeated calls for reform have gone unanswered You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport

Bec Bignell is a West Australian film maker on the road to big things, her biggest project to-date, her film HOMESPUN was picked up by streaming giant STAN last year after being acquired by ABC Commercial.  Bec's main mission in her film making is to challenge stereotypes everywhere. She's pushing boundaries in her narratives, her characters and in the way she produces film. In many ways this film is based on a lifetime of observation and for that Rural Australia is lucky to have her - because her perspective as someone who grew up in WA's wheatbelt runs deep, drawing on her experiences and observations of childhood, community, stereotypes, expectations, hard times, good times - its endless.  HOMESPUN was was financed in large part by Bec personally. It was shot in just two-weeks with locals - who had no acting experience - featured as many of the main characters. I've watched it a few times now and there are so many relatable moments, that hit deep in parts and just make you laugh in others. It's refreshing to see how humorous and engaging these kind of characters can be on screen - because really, we've never seen rural Australia depicted in this way before. You have to make time to see this film.  Here's the trailer - https://youtu.be/IGBMaGS3G_s And here's the film on Stan - https://www.stan.com.au/watch/homespun-2021 Thank you to Rabobank for sponsoring this season of Company. To fully immerse yourself in what we do, sign up to our free weekly newsletter at mansonpodcasting.com

We've had some amazing guests on the podcast over the years, so we're sharing a few old favourites from the vault. Award-winning author Tom Keneally talks to Cheryl Akle about his extraordinary legacy and exploring rural Australia through fiction.If you enjoyed this conversation, see Tom Keneally in person at the 2024 Manly Writers Festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am so excited to share this episode with you. Julia Spicer is one of those people you meet and you instantly feel like you've known them for years. She's a true champion and advocate for rural Australia, the people within these communities and is eager to see innovation unlocked and enabled.Believing that rural communities needed vibrant and viable businesses to keep rural communities going she founded Engage and Create Consulting. She is also Queensland's Chief Entrepreneur. Oli caught up with Julia in his recent trip to Goondiwindi where they chatted about her life, her journey into a career in Ag, her passion into seeing regional communities thrive now and into the future and how she manages to be an influential voice for regional communities. Julia is action focused, believing that actionable influence in business in the bush is just as powerful as being in politics, and that this influence enables regional leaders to have a seat at the table as key decision makers. In this episode we talk about:Bush Businesses, Rural communities, Championing Australian Agriculture, Business development in Regional Australia, Innovation in rural Australia. MORE READING: Do you love hearing stories of #HumansInAgriculture? Be part of our community and sign up to receive our E-newsletter Sign up HERE. Curious to learn more? email: hello@humansofagriculture.com

Guardian Australia's political reporter Amy Remeikis loves country shows – from the performances and fresh food to the $1 cake and tea. So when she wrote a story about her country show experience in Texas, Queensland she was hardly expecting to be banned from visiting again. ‘The tale I dine out on' is a summer series from 10 of our favourite storytellers – actors, comedians, writers and Guardian staff – in which they recount a story that never fails to entertain

Fiona is a dairy farmer based in Deniliquin, NSW. She's one of seven children and grew up in a very loving catholic family. Fiona went on to have four children of her own, all boys, but it wasn't long before she realised her third son, was a bit different. At first, it was easy to brush off his desire to dress and act like a girl as a bit of fun, but as the years went on, Fiona and her husband realised this was very real- and it was life threatening. At 13, Fiona's son told her he was transgender, born with a body he said he simply couldn't live with much longer Since then, it's been a roller-coaster for the whole family to say the least.  And for Fiona, she's had to navigate so many emotions- shock, fear, grief- and immense love, all that the same time. From it all, Alice has emerged.... Alice is now 16 living happily as a transgender teenage girl. This is Fiona's story. Give the gift of craft this Christmas with R.M.Williams. Shop their festive gift guide full of thoughtful, handcrafted and Australian made gifts that promise a lifetime of adventures. Explore the full collection now at rmwilliams.com.au. Get 15% off when you spend $100 or more at The Memo. Use code MOTHERLAND15 at checkout to redeem. It's your parenting & baby destination with gifts for every age, stage, price and personality. This offer is valid until 20 Nov 2023. T&Cs and exclusions apply. Valid for new customers only.https://www.instagram.com/motherlandaustralia

Rural and regional editor Gabrielle Chan tells Jane Lee why a simple missed train resulted in an epic six-hour, 600km cab journey. And she discusses what her experience says about the state of the nation's rail network after 40 years of shelved election promises

As an El Niño weather event is declared in Australia, multiple areas of the country are already experiencing soaring temperatures. And authorities are urging communities to prepare for the most significant bushfire season since the black summer fires. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to deputy rural and regional editor Calla Wahlquist about how to prepare for the worst and how she plans to protect her beloved horses

When China imposed tariffs on Australian wine, it effectively closed the door on Australia's biggest wine market. Two years on, wine consumption has dropped internationally and an extended La Niña has led to bumper crops in some regions, leaving Australia with an extra 2.8bn bottles worth of wine. Guardian Australia's rural and regional editor Gabrielle Chan speaks to Jane Lee about how the wine glut is affecting winemakers, grape growers and consumers

Today on The Natural Birth Podcast we have Elke. Elke is a mama of two from South Australia.  She's a senior secondary science teacher currently on leave to raise her two babies.  Her first birth ended up in an ”emergency” caesarean due to failure to progress, however if you've listened to this podcast you know that 99.9% of the time it is the failure of the medicalized maternity system not upholding the physiology of birth and not the woman who failed. Something that Elke discovered as she healed and learned deeper about birth after her first traumatic experience. Her first birth and entrance into motherhood blew apart everything she thought she knew, and her healing journey altered the way she looks at everything. It led her to the path of becoming a doula and Mother Blessing facilitator and her own redemptive, empowering home birth after Caesarean which made her the VBAC advocate she is today. Curious about Elke? Find her on instagram as @womenswaydoula Find All Links & Resources here:  www.thenaturalbirthcourse.com/links

Gemma Sisia grew up on a sheep and cattle property in northern New South Wales, as one of eight children. After finishing school, she went to Africa to teach... that was 22 years ago and she's never looked back! Gemma met her husband on safari (that's a cracking story) and had four children. You'll hear about the incredible cultural differences and how she was treated after having her babies over there. Amongst it all, Gemma had a dream to build a school that would support some of Africa's poorest children. In 2002, she established the School of St Jude in Tanzania which provides free, high-quality education to thousands of children. She is a true humanitarian and what she's done is remarkable.  And it all started with just a couple of acres. This is her story. Motherland is very proud to launch the Motherland Village Scholarship fund which will enable 20 rural mums who are experiencing financial hardship, to access our mother's group program free of charge over the next 12 months. We're very grateful to have the support of Thankful4Farmers for this project.  Applications are open now at motherlandaustralia.com.au/scholarshipWe're now taking enrolments for our October 0-3 years program! https://www.instagram.com/motherlandaustralia

In a cost-of-living crisis, demand for free legal help is soaring. But community legal centres are being forced to cut staff and turn people away, as government funding fails to keep up. Nino Bucci speaks to Jane Lee on the funding crisis in the legal assistance sector.

National party leader David Littleproud joins chief political correspondent Paul Karp to discuss the one-year anniversary of the Albanese government, and how the Liberals and Nationals are working together in opposition

Hazara refugee and photographer Muzafar Ali fled Afghanistan in 2012 and arrived in Adelaide via Indonesia. In his quest to find belonging in a new country, Muazafar goes back in time to the Afghan cameleers, who migrated to Australia 160 years ago and whose camel trains became the foundation of the rural economy. Joey Watson follows Muzafar's journey to discover the past and present of the cameleers and Australia's colonial history

Australia has a global reputation as a source of clean food, but much of our produce is grown with dangerous chemicals banned across the western world. Federal authorities also admit that information on the environmental and health effects of pesticides and other agricultural chemicals is lacking. Investigations editor Anne Davies explores whether Australia's approach to pesticides is causing us harm, and how we can reduce our use and exposure

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.

Government & their best intentions can destroy the hope and future of a country. Whether it is from corruption, or just poor management, putting all of your faith & trust in central planners never seems to work out. In this episode, I tell the story of exactly that - government taking away the future from a country with so much promise and trying to sell it as a victory for the average Joe.