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What an incredible night the Australian of the Year Awards was. The room was full of truly amazing people and the energy was just something else; so positive, so powerful. Being surrounded by people who are so passionate about what they do and are genuinely out there making a difference in the world was incredibly humbling. I honestly can’t put into words how honoured I felt to be in that room.

When I was writing Just a Farmer, the little details of the story were so important to me. I wanted to tell it in a way that felt real. The finer details are what make a film truly great. I love films that carry subtle messages, where you discover something new through the world the characters live in. When I was writing Just a Farmer, I showed the script to many professional writers for feedback. Sometimes their comments were soul destroying. They would tear it apart. But

At our Tasmania screening something really brave happened. In a room of 120 people someone asked, are the feelings I am feeling now after watching the film good for my mental health? That question opened up the most powerful conversation. The film is designed to make the audience feel, to take people on an emotional journey. Sometimes we can explain those emotions and sometimes we can’t, but they are essential to being human and to growing on an emotional level.

People always ask me, “How do you manage everything?” The short answer is—I don’t. Life feels like one big, chaotic mess most days. I’m lucky to have incredible friends who help keep the wheels turning at home, and a husband who cheers me on like no one else. Without them, I honestly couldn’t do any of this.

Over the past ten years, I’ve been on a mission to raise awareness around mental health in rural Australia — a journey rooted in storytelling, community, and connection. From walking beside farmers to sharing their stories on screen, I’ve seen the power of conversation to break down stigma and create real change. Now, as an Ambassador for Coastrek Mornington, I’m walking 20km to support Beyond Blue and continue this mission — one step, one story, one community at a time.

What does Easter mean beyond chocolate and tradition? In this personal reflection, I explore the deeper message behind Easter and the 7 Deadly Sins — not as religious rules, but as everyday reminders of how we treat ourselves and those around us. Whether you're spiritual or not, this piece invites you to pause, reflect, and consider the values we pass on.

A year ago, Just A Farmer hit screens for the first time. It wasn’t just a film—it was a story about resilience, family, and community

From the AACTA Awards to 110+ screenings, Just A Farmer is making an impact. Join the movement and support community screenings!

I often get asked, "What advice would you give other producers and filmmakers wanting to make a film?" There are so many ways to answer this

Today, I sat and thought about my son, prompted by a beautiful drawing he did and entered into the local show. Some people might look at it

This week, I received a phone call that shook me to my core: three men in a single Victorian rural community had taken their own lives on...

As I was writing JUST A FARMER," I could visualize every scene unfolding in my mind. Every detail, from the characters' clothing to the...

In envisioning "Just A Farmer," my goal extends beyond filmmaking—it's a heartfelt journey to melt the scars etched in our hearts through...