Meet Queensland’s 20 most incredible rural women
Meet 20 remarkable women are breaking barriers and driving innovation across Qld’s farms, businesses and rural communities.
In honour of International Day of Rural Women meet the hidden powerhouses reshaping Queensland’s rural landscape against incredible odds. Picture: Adam Head
They’re the unsung heroes of Queensland. The farmers, producers, mums, activists and business owners who lead their communities through the incredible highs and lows of rural living.
In honour International Day of Rural Women we’ve compiled a list of Queensland’s incredible and underappreciated rural women.
Caz Osborne was a Brisbane girl for years before her husband suggested moving out of the city, despite her initial apprehension the business owner now says she would “never leave” the Scenic Rim.
Ms Osborne runs Scenic Rim Cooking Classes on her farm in Mount Alford and owns a hobby farm with her husband.
“I am very proud to say that when I do my cooking classes, 75 per cent of the produce is locally grown, whether it’s on my property or other local farmers,” Ms Osborne said.
“That’s what I love about the women in this region, you’ve always got someone to call and I just love the way we all support each other’s businesses.
“The companionship and respect for each other is what rural women stand for
“Don’t just see us as us as a farmer’s wife, We’re actually businesses owners and business leaders.”
Read the full article published online in The Courier Mail
Image L-R: Caz Osborne, Di Fyson, Joanna Stephens, Theresa Scholl, Alice Gorman. Picture: Adam Head
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