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She Makes News is a podcast produced by OAK Magazine Welcome to your weekly news wrap up for regional women in Australia. It's Friday 3 May 2024. Making news this week: LINKS Curium Legal - https://curiumlegal.com.au/ Mac & Ernie - https://www.macandernie.com.au/ AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award - https://agrifutures.com.au/opportunities/rural-womens-award/ Beef Week - https://beefaustralia.com.au/ Scone Horse Festival - www.sconehorsefestival.com.au Phylli Hats - https://www.phylli.com.au/ Dolly’s Dream - https://www.dollysdream.org.au/ Aviatrix - https://www.aviatrix.com.au/ The Collective Grenfell - https://www.thecollectivegrenfell.com.au/ Just a Farmer - www.justafarmer.net Megan Woods Music - https://www.meganwoodsmusic.com/ LET'S MAKE NEWS TOGETHER That’s your weekly wrap up for regional women. Stay informed. Stay Connected. Follow us on social media @shemakesnews or email shemakesnews@gmail.com ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

She Makes News is a podcast produced by OAK Magazine. This is an extended interview with host Kimberley Furness and Vanessa Vazquez, founder of Birds in the Bush and a solicitor based in Orange NSW at Whiteley Ironside & Shillington Solicitors. This episode contains details concerning domestic violence. It’s not for little ears. If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family or sexual violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au for online chat and video call services. If you are concerned about your behaviour or use of violence, you can contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491 or visit http://www.ntv.org.au. LINKS Birds in the Bush - https://birdsinthebush.com.au/ LET'S MAKE NEWS TOGETHER That’s your weekly wrap up for regional women. Stay informed. Stay Connected. Follow us on social media @shemakesnews or email shemakesnews@gmail.com ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

She Makes News is a podcast produced by OAK Magazine. ** This wrap up contains details concerning domestic violence. It’s not for little ears.** Welcome to your weekly news wrap up for regional women in Australia. It's Friday 26 April 2024. Making news this week: We also have a BONUS episode with Vanessa Vazquez who talks in more detail about Birds in the Bush. If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family or sexual violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au for online chat and video call services. If you are concerned about your behaviour or use of violence, you can contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491 or visit http://www.ntv.org.au. LINKS Birds in the Bush - https://birdsinthebush.com.au What You Were Wearing - https://www.whatwereyouwearingaus.org/national-rally Dirty Janes - https://dirtyjanes.com Grampians Grape Escape - https://grampiansgrapeescape.com.au George The Farmer - https://www.georgethefarmer.com.au Gippsland Jersey - https://wholesale.gippslandjersey.com.au/baristaregister Cohuna Co - https://www.cohunaco.com LET'S MAKE NEWS TOGETHER That’s your weekly wrap up for regional women. Stay informed. Stay Connected. Follow us on social media @shemakesnews or email shemakesnews@gmail.com ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

She Makes News is a podcast produced by OAK Magazine. Welcome to your weekly news wrap up for regional women in Australia. It's Friday 19 April 2024. Making news this week: LINKS Our sponsor Grown Not Flown - https://grown-not-flown.com/ Shelby Sherritt - https://www.shelbysherritt.com.au/ The Pottage - https://www.thepottage.com.au/ Bush Podpreneurs: How Rural Women Podcast Producers Are Building Digital and Social Connectivity (research paper) https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/19376529.2024.2328690 The Rural Podcasting Co - https://www.ruralpodcastingco.com/ Motherland - https://motherlandaustralia.com.au/ PEADS Education - https://www.paedseducation.com.au/ Dream Accounting - https://www.dreamaccounting.com.au/intentionalprofitforpsychologists Rooms of Requirement - https://www.rorspace.com.au/ Rupanyup Living - https://www.instagram.com/rupanyupliving/ The Butterfly Foundation - https://butterfly.org.au/ LET'S MAKE NEWS TOGETHER That’s your weekly wrap up for regional women. Stay informed. Stay Connected. Follow us on social media @shemakesnews or email shemakesnews@gmail.com ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services...

She Makes News is a podcast produced by OAK Magazine. Welcome to your weekly news wrap up for regional women in Australia. It's Friday 29 March 2024. Making news this week: LINKS Our sponsor Grown Not Flown - https://grown-not-flown.com/ Unlax Candles - https://www.unlaxcandles.com.au/ Botany Florist - https://botanymelbourne.com/ Horrocks Vale Collections - https://www.horrocksvale.com/ Regenerative Psychology - https://www.regenerativepsychology.com.au/ Farm Life Fitness - https://farmlifefitness.com.au/ Skye Manson workshop - https://events.humanitix.com/manson-newsletter-workshop Fleur McDonald - https://www.fleurmcdonald.com/ Mandy Walker - https://www.facebook.com/walkersdieselservices/ Rebecca Keeley - https://www.yarnspeech.com/ Rae Knopik - https://gren.international/ Ruby Riethmuller - https://www.womn-kind.com.au/ AgriFuturesRural Women’s Award Finalists - https://agrifutures.com.au/opportunities/rural-womens-award/ Handmade Canberra - https://handmadecanberra.com.au/ LET'S MAKE NEWS TOGETHER That’s your weekly wrap up for regional women. Stay informed. Stay Connected. Follow us on social media @shemakesnews or email shemakesnews@gmail.com ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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

She Makes News is a podcast produced by OAK Magazine. Welcome to your weekly news wrap up for regional women in Australia. It's Friday 22 March 2024. Making news this week: LINKS Our sponsor Grown Not Flown - https://grown-not-flown.com/ CosMedic Solutions - https://www.shopcosmedicsolutions.com/ Proactive Finance - https://proactivefinancegroup.com.au/ AgriFutures NT Rural Women’s Award Finalists - https://industry.nt.gov.au/news/2024/march/2024-nt-rural-womens-awards-finalists Holly Hayes - https://www.itshollyhayes.com/ Leading Rein - https://www.leadingrein.com.au/ Benalla Street Art Festival - https://www.benallastreetartfestival.com.au/ Farm World - https://lardnerpark.com.au/farmworld/ Yackandandah Folk Festival - https://www.yackfolkfestival.com/ Vivienne Cate - https://www.viviennecate.com/ Feather and Drum - https://www.featheranddrum.com/ Gum Tree Pies - https://gumtreepies.com.au/ LET'S MAKE NEWS TOGETHER That’s your weekly wrap up for regional women. Stay informed. Stay Connected. Follow us on social media @shemakesnews or email shemakesnews@gmail.com ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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.

This is our most downloaded episode this year. First published on our podcast She Makes News, this is an extended interview with host Kimberley Furness and Lottie Rae from The Studio - Trangie. Lottie recently sold the business and spoke to She Makes News about the experience, her advice for other business owners and what's next after The Studio. Every other day we see a small business close its doors, typically a result of the difficult economic landscape. This story is a little different. Lottie was excited to list the business for sale so she could dedicate time to an unfinished chapter as an artist. But more interestingly, the bush-based business is thriving! The sale of The Studio is a testament to the power of organic success. By allowing the business to grow and evolve in a natural and sustainable way, Lottie was able to create a thriving and profitable enterprise. While the decision to sell the business may mark the end of one chapter, Lottie is filled with excitement and anticipation for what lies ahead. In a raw and candid BONUS interview, Lottie shares with us her start up story, why the pandemic was the “best thing” to happen to her business, what retailers can do during tough times, and her plans now that The Studio has sold. LINKS The Studio Trangie - https://www.instagram.com/thestudio_trangie Lottie Rae Art - https://lottieraeart.com/ LET'S MAKE NEWS TOGETHER That’s your weekly wrap up for regional women. Stay informed. Stay Connected. Follow us on social media @shemakesnews or email shemakesnews@gmail.com ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

She Makes News is a podcast produced by OAK Magazine. Welcome to your weekly news wrap up for regional women in Australia. It's Friday 15 March 2024. Making news this week: Listen to a BONUS raw and candid episode with @lottierae_art who talks about selling The Studio Trangie on She Makes News podcast. LINKS The Studio Trangie - https://www.instagram.com/thestudio_trangie Lottie Rae Art - https://lottieraeart.com/ GRO Rural - http://www.grorural.com.au/ The Huddle by Jumbled - https://www.jumbledonline.com/pages/the-huddle-timetable-2024 Chicks in the Sticks - https://www.facebook.com/events/363550266558918 Gilgooma - https://gilgooma.com/ AgriFutures Honey Bee Bursary - https://agrifutures.com.au/opportunities/scholarships/honey-bee-pollination-future-leaders-bursary/ AgriFutures Rural Women's Award - https://agrifutures.com.au/opportunities/rural-womens-award/ Remnants - Kate Barclay - https://www.instagram.com/kate_barclay_photography/ LET'S MAKE NEWS TOGETHER That’s your weekly wrap up for regional women. Stay informed. Stay Connected. Follow us on social media @shemakesnews or email shemakesnews@gmail.com ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Our first episode of She Makes News has launched. Welcome to your weekly news wrap up for regional women in Australia. It's Friday 8 March 2024. Making news this week: LINKS AgriFutures Rural Women's Award - https://agrifutures.com.au/opportunities/rural-womens-award/ The Sisterhood Project - https://www.thesisterhoodproject.com.au Motherland - https://motherlandaustralia.com.au Womn-Kind - https://www.womn-kind.com.au George the Farmer - https://www.georgethefarmer.com.au Iris & Wool - https://irisandwool.com Howdy dating app - https://howdyglobal.com.au Madelaine Dickie - https://www.madelainedickie.com Mountain Path Meadows yoga retreat - https://www.mountainpathmeadows.com/mountain-path-musings/local-business-launches-the-regions-first-ever-yoga-retreats-in-a-step-forward-for-limestone-coast-wellness-tourism LET'S MAKE NEWS TOGETHER That’s your weekly wrap up for regional women. Stay informed. Stay Connected. Follow us on social media @shemakesnews or email shemakesnews@gmail.com ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

This is a special International Women’s Day series featuring members of Club OAK which supports and promotes your rural business through print, digital, audio and mentoring opportunities over a 12 month period. Belinda Mawhinney provides an exceptional service to leaders and business owners who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about how to take next steps in their work. Over the last 12 months, I've had a few deep chats with Belinda about life/work. Her social work background is the business gift that you didn't know you needed. Belinda also owns The Collective Grenfell, a contemporary designed, shared work space for professionals in Grenfell, NSW. In this episode Belinda shares her vision of providing a professional and inspiring environment for women to work and study. She also talks about the value of reaching out to mentors and role models who have provided guidance and inspiration in her business journey. Belinda highlights the need to push oneself and ask for help, even from people outside of your existing network. She shares her experiences in cold pitching and the importance of follow-up in building relationships and opportunities. ABOUT CLUB OAK MEMBERSHIP You are in the company of women! And what a fabulous place to be. Since launching OAK in 2017, we have discovered a number of amazing women who run their own business. Club OAK is part of our ongoing commitment to support female entrepreneurs and women in business. As a paid member, OAK supports and promotes your business through digital, print and audio opportunities over a 12 month period. You are top of mind when we are searching for a story, podcast guest, products or asked for a recommendation. There are discounts, a private Facebook Group and you get access to OAK founder + CEO for advice and support. Join now for the special price of $379. Visit OAK Magazine website. ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

This is a special International Women’s Day series featuring members of Club OAK which supports and promotes your rural business through print, digital and audio opportunities over a 12 month period. Founded by Gayle Wilson, Soul Care Bendigo is a place of community and empowerment, either through group sessions of personal development or private wellbeing consults. With a background in hairdressing, Gayle made a career change at the age of 42 to pursue her passion for supporting others. She now helps individuals navigate life's challenges and develop the skills to thrive. Gayle's approach is characterised by her humour, empathy, and commitment to creating a safe space for people to heal and grow. In this episode, Gayle shares how she has been able to support and empower other women in her community through Soul Care Bendigo. ABOUT CLUB OAK MEMBERSHIP Club OAK is part of our ongoing commitment to support female entrepreneurs and women in business. As a paid member, OAK supports and promotes your business through print, digital, and audio opportunities over a 12 month period. You are top of mind when we are searching for a story, podcast guest, products or asked for a recommendation. There are also discounts, a private Facebook Group and you get access to OAK founder + CEO for advice and support. Join now for the special price of $379. Visit OAK Magazine website. Testimonial: "OAK and the community Kimberley has built, has had such an impact on me and my little biz. I have made so many connections to other businesses through OAK Magazine, connections that have turned into super exciting collabs as well as supportive relationships with other women in business who I know I can turn to for advice. This has helped me build my own confidence as a businesswoman and also develop my business, especially through learnings that I take away from interviews on the 'A Friend of Mine' podcast. Recently attending the Bendigo Business Excellence awards, I realised that everyone that I knew in that room of 700 people, were connections I had made through, and thanks to, OAK." - Jess Keeli Creative ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

This is a special International Women’s Day series featuring members of Club OAK which supports and promotes your rural business through print, digital, audio and mentoring opportunities over a 12 month period. Tenai Seymour’s journey from working in a digital agency to starting her own business in the Meta ads space is a testament to the power of self-belief and taking risks to achieve success. Tenai started Ads Haus to provide agency expertise for smaller budgets. In three years, her business has become a multi-award-winning national and international digital marketing consultancy specialising in Facebook, Instagram and Spotify advertising. In this episode, Tenai shares with us the triumphs and challenges faced as a woman running a business in rural Queensland. Tenai’s story highlights the hard truths of the industry and the importance of believing in oneself despite external doubts. ABOUT CLUB OAK MEMBERSHIP You are in the company of women! And what a fabulous place to be. Since launching OAK in 2017, we have discovered a number of amazing women who run their own business. Club OAK is part of our ongoing commitment to support female entrepreneurs and women in business. As a paid member, OAK supports and promotes your business through digital, print and audio opportunities over a 12 month period. You are top of mind when we are searching for a story, podcast guest, products or asked for a recommendation. There are discounts, a private Facebook Group and you get access to OAK founder + CEO for advice and support. Join now for the special price of $379. Visit OAK Magazine website. ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

This is a special International Women’s Day series featuring members of Club OAK which supports and promotes your rural business through print, digital and audio opportunities over a 12 month period. Sisters and besties Samantha and Renae opened women's fashion boutique Sare in rural Victoria at the start 2023. The fashion obsessed duo love connecting with people and helping women feel good. They have created a real buzz around their hometown of Birchip. In this episode, Sam reflects on the past 12 months and shares with us the triumphs and challenges faced as a woman running a business in a rural setting. ABOUT CLUB OAK MEMBERSHIP Club OAK is part of our ongoing commitment to support female entrepreneurs and women in business. As a paid member, OAK supports and promotes your business through print, digital, and audio opportunities over a 12 month period. You are top of mind when we are searching for a story, podcast guest, products or asked for a recommendation. There are also discounts, a private Facebook Group and you get access to OAK founder + CEO for advice and support. Join now for the special price of $379. Visit OAK Magazine website. Testimonial: "OAK and the community Kimberley has built, has had such an impact on me and my little biz. I have made so many connections to other businesses through OAK Magazine, connections that have turned into super exciting collabs as well as supportive relationships with other women in business who I know I can turn to for advice. This has helped me build my own confidence as a businesswoman and also develop my business, especially through learnings that I take away from interviews on the 'A Friend of Mine' podcast. Recently attending the Bendigo Business Excellence awards, I realised that everyone that I knew in that room of 700 people, were connections I had made through, and thanks to, OAK." - Jess Keeli Creative ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

This is a special International Women’s Day series featuring members of Club OAK which supports and promotes your rural business through print, digital and audio opportunities over a 12 month period. Lauren Barrett is the director and principal psychologist at Regenerative Psychology. Lauren made Holbrook her home in 2020, and has watched her business flourish into a national service. With degrees in both psychology and business, Lauren has honed her expertise with extensive training in mental health services. In this episode, Lauren shares with valuable strategies for maintaining work-life balance, including setting a structured routine, creating a separate work space, and having a "coming home" routine. ABOUT CLUB OAK MEMBERSHIP Club OAK is part of our ongoing commitment to support female entrepreneurs and women in business. As a paid member, OAK supports and promotes your business through print, digital, and audio opportunities over a 12 month period. You are top of mind when we are searching for a story, podcast guest, products or asked for a recommendation. There are also discounts, a private Facebook Group and you get access to OAK founder + CEO for advice and support. Join now for the special price of $379. Visit OAK Magazine website. Testimonial: "OAK and the community Kimberley has built, has had such an impact on me and my little biz. I have made so many connections to other businesses through OAK Magazine, connections that have turned into super exciting collabs as well as supportive relationships with other women in business who I know I can turn to for advice. This has helped me build my own confidence as a businesswoman and also develop my business, especially through learnings that I take away from interviews on the 'A Friend of Mine' podcast. Recently attending the Bendigo Business Excellence awards, I realised that everyone that I knew in that room of 700 people, were connections I had made through, and thanks to, OAK." - Jess Keeli Creative ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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 + Editor, OAK Magazine. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Our new podcast SHE MAKES NEWS is launching this Friday. Listen the trailer. Welcome to She Makes News, your weekly news podcast for women in rural and regional Australia. I'm your host Kimberley Furness, and I’ll bring you a wrap up of the latest stories and local events that matter to you. Every Friday, we will dive into our curated headlines, have thought-provoking discussions, and bring you exclusive interviews with rural business women, community leaders and experts. Before we settle in, let me share some eye-opening stats. Did you know, only 27% of voices on the radio are women? And a study in 2023, revealed that 72% of Australian women are avoiding mainstream news, seeking more positive and relevant content. Right there are two very convincing reasons to launch She Makes News as part of OAK Magazine’s award winning community ecosystem of print, digital and audio that is dedicated to sharing stories and amplifying voices of female change makers and women in business in regional and rural Australia.. OAK is on a mission to bridge the representation gap in media. We're not just telling stories; we're shaping narratives that matter, amplifying voices that resonate, and facilitating courageous conversations3 You can be part of the conversation, be part of the change. We want to know what’s happening in your region. To share the details, get in contact via email shemakesnews@gmail.com Or the easiest way to grab our attention is to add #shemakesnews to the end of your Instagram caption. The demand for the type of news our OAK community want covered, is not going to be possible with just me at the helm. I have a list of very talented radio broadcasters from regional and rural Australia that I would love to engage. Whether it's a 15 second ad or show sponsorship, whatever you invest, it will not only help market your brand to a community who 100% trust OAK recommendations, but you're supporting women. It will go towards paying women to produce quality news content. I think it would be incredible to have your brand associated with that. If you are interested in being a part of She Makes News, get in touch via shemakesnews@gmail.com Now, let’s hit the headlines! ABOUT OAK MAGAZINE This 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...

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 episode Cara-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 CATE Do 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 MAGAZINE This 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: 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 CATE Do 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 MAGAZINE This 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 CATE Do 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 MAGAZINE This 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 CATE Do 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 MAGAZINE This 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 CATE Do 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 MAGAZINE This 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...