Rural Venture Collective (EGMI) East Gippsland Marketing Inc

When Michelle Perry speaks, you can almost feel the breeze from East Gippsland's rugged coast on your face. This episode is a ticket to the close-knit community of Orbost, where Michelle, a local through and through, embodies the spirit of resilience and warmth. Her tales are a tapestry of the town's intimate connections, woven through the shared experiences of working, raising a family, and the communal embrace of the Orbost Community College. She serves as a living testament to the power of...

Embark on an enlightening exploration of menopause with Di Gibbs, a seasoned Women's Health Nurse from Women's Health Centre in Bairnsdale. As we converse, Di brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion, unravelling the once-muted narratives of menopause and championing the modern crusade for awareness and support. Together, we address the importance of understanding the changes women's bodies undergo and examine the wide spectrum of symptoms that accompany this life stage. Hormone therapy's ...

Ever wondered what it takes to turn a passion into a pulsating festival that celebrates local produce and community spirit? Meet Jodi York, the trailblazing entrepreneur who's putting East Gippsland on the map with the Mallacoota Wild Harvest Seafood Festival. In our latest episode of the Rural Venture Collective podcast, we pull back the curtain on the vibrant local culture of this stunning region, showcasing the women who are its heartbeat. From Jodi's tales of sea urchin delicacies gracing...

Ever felt like the weight of the world is perched squarely on your shoulders? Caz Sanderman, an inspiring emotional well-being practitioner from Lake Entrance, joins us to share her transformative journey from stress-induced breakdowns to becoming a beacon of resilience. As we navigate her personal story, Caz unveils the process she has developed, a revolutionary approach designed to help parents, educators, and community leaders alike recognise and manage their stress. She's not just healing...

When Paris swapped her corporate career in Melbourne for the tight-knit embrace of Mallacoota, she didn't anticipate how the smoky haze of bushfires would paint her family's new beginning. Our latest episode navigates through the transformative tale of Paris from the Wilderness Collective, a story of resilience, community building, and how a small coastal town is rising from the ashes to redefine itself. As Paris recounts the critical moments that solidified her bond with Mallacoota, she also...

In this episode, we have a delightful chat with Rebecca Steenholdt, the Economic Development Coordinator at East Gippsland Shire. Rebecca shares her journey from growing up in small East Gippsland schools to pursuing a career in fashion and eventually finding her way back to the region. We learn about her experiences, passions, and the diverse pathways that led her to her current role in economic development.