by Danielle Hipwell | Jun 9, 2025 | BLOG
From crabbing in the shallows of Frenchman’s Bay to delivering babies across regional WA, Leeonie’s journey into midwifery is a story of resilience, passion, and a deep commitment to women in rural communities. Leeonie grew up in Little Grove near Albany, WA, where...
by Danielle Hipwell | May 5, 2025 | BLOG
Krysta Guille’s story begins on a sheep and grain farm just outside Cranbrook, where she spent her childhood surrounded by wide open paddocks, two younger brothers, and a handful of beloved horses. “Life was small and safe,” she says. “I was happy with my horses, my...
by Danielle Hipwell | Apr 23, 2025 | BLOG
Born in Toronto, Canada, Danielle McNamee’s journey began in an unexpected way. While her parents were originally from Perth, their travels led to her birth overseas. A small but amusing twist in her story was discovering at 18 that she wasn’t actually an Australian...
by Danielle Hipwell | Apr 17, 2025 | BLOG
Growing up in Geraldton, surrounded by the open skies and close-knit community of regional WA, laid the foundations for a deep love of rural life for one passionate advocate of Australian agriculture. Those early years instilled in her a genuine appreciation for the...
by Danielle Hipwell | Mar 13, 2025 | BLOG
For some, a career is simply a job; a means to an end. But for Kirsten Tunstill, being a veterinarian has been a lifelong passion, shaped by her early experiences and unwavering love for animals. Her journey, spanning decades of dedicated service in regional...
