Agsolutely Fabulous

petition - https://tr.ee/ZWatk5lEY- Welcome back to Episode 56 of Absolutely Fabulous , where Gillian and Katja dive into the biggest conversations happening across Australian agriculture right now — from policy battles to rodeo dreams, beef debates, and even a few Christmas gift ideas for the farm-loving women in your life. 🌾 This Week in Agriculture Gillian breaks down: • Key updates from the M...

🌾 Topic 1: Speed Limit Reduction Proposal to 80km A new proposal aims to drop rural road speed limits from 100km to 80km. We break down what this could mean for: Grain haulage and hay transport Emergency response times Rural business productivity Community safety vs. city-based policymaking Will an 80km speed limit help or hinder rural Australia? 🌾 Topic 2: Harvest Complaints Heat Up As harvest...

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53# Are Women Too Emotional to Lead? From Net Zero to the EPBC Act — What’s Really Happening in Australian Agriculture. 💋 First up , they chat about the upcoming Makeup Night Fundraiser — featuring the one and only Alastair, our farm-bingo-host-slash-makeup-queen! Tickets are live now and all proceeds support the Harvest Her Power Conference — empowering rural women and farm families across Austr...

Episode 52 #52 Fact or Fiction: Sheep Hair Fences + The Silent Killer of Family Farms + Bingo Night Cheers! 💡 Topic 1 – Fact or Fiction: Sheep Hair Fencing Can sheep hair really replace fencing? We unpack the viral claim that Australian farmers are using sheep hair as a natural deterrent for kangaroos and a soil-friendly fertiliser. Sustainable solution or bush yarn? ⚠️ Topic 2 – The Silent Kille...

AgFab #51: Biosecurity Alert – Khapra Beetle in Woolies Nappies + Farm-Life Q&A for Women In Ag Urgent Biosecurity Alert: Khapra Beetle Found in Nappies A recall advisory for Little One’s Ultra Dry Nappy Pants – Walker Size 5 (42 pk) sold at Woolworths Orange, after larvae of the pest Khapra Beetle were discovered. Key safety instructions for anyone who bought the product: Don’t use them. Don’...

Agsolutley Fabulous Turns 50! Rural Health Gaps, Deforestation & Rural Realities We’ve hit 50 episodes! 🎉 That officially puts Agsolutley Fabulous in the top 25% of podcasts worldwide, with only 8.5% ever reaching this milestone. Thank YOU for listening, sharing, and growing this incredible community of rural women, farm families, and ag lovers right across Australia. In this week’s episode,...

Livestock Truck Collisions with Train | Vegan Supermarket Protest | Are Farmers Judged for Not Diversifying? | Agsolutley Fabulous Ep.49 Welcome back to Episode 49 of Agsolutley Fabulous! We’re inching toward the big 5-0 and we couldn’t have done it without YOU — our amazing rural and ag-loving community. This week we cover a mix of hard-hitting news and thought-provoking topics: 🚛 Topic 1: Full...

Links ONLINE BINGO NIGHT - $20.00 - GREAT PRIZES TO BE WON!! https://www.123tix.com.au/events/50070/virtual-bingo-night Join us for a night of fun, laughter and community at the Harvest Her Power Virtual Bingo Night - all from the comfort of your own home! This exciting online event will bring together people from across Australia for an evening of connection and entertainment while raising funds...

In this week’s episode of Agsolutley Fabulous (AgFab) , Katja and Gillian dive into the hot topics shaking up rural Australia right now: 🔥 Topic 1 – Backburning vs. Goat Power Should we rethink fire safety this season? Instead of risky backburns, could grazing goats be the safer, smarter way to reduce fire fuel loads and protect communities? 📰 Topic 2 – Family Before Headlines Why waiting too lo...

🎙️ AgFab Ep. 46 | Drought Forum, Heifer Show, Climate Conference + Who Should Speak at Ag Events? Welcome back to Agsolutley Fabulous – your go-to ag podcast for rural news, events, and honest conversations about Australian agriculture. This episode covers: 🌾 Federal Drought Forum Update – Gillian brings the inside scoop straight from the recent national discussions. What’s being promised, and ho...

This week in rural Australia, tensions flared as furious farmers confronted Jacinta Allan at the Bush Summit in Ballarat, with the Prime Minister also facing backlash. Farmers are also cheering on stronger border security measures, while the Federal Government has announced an extra $1 billion in drought loans , extending support well beyond 2026. Plus, a truck fire carrying steak bursts into flam...

From Paddock to Plate: Traceability, Freight & Farmer Scams This week we’re diving into a jam-packed episode of AgFab that covers everything from freight and meat traceability to love scams in the bush. Topics we cover in Ep 44: 🚛 National Freight and Supply Chain Strategy 2025 – What it means for farmers, truckies, and getting produce from paddock to plate. 📞 Telecommunications Industry Omb...

BONUS Episode - Crazy Food Trends, Australia’s New Tourism Ad, Subscriptions in Farming & More! This week on Agsolutley Fabulous (AgFab) Ep 43 , we’re diving into the wild, the weird, and the wonderful—from social media’s craziest food trends to Australia’s brand-new international tourism campaign . Did the ad really hit the mark, or did it miss the spirit of the outback? We also tackle a Q&am...

.42# AWiA Conference Wrap 🐑, Rural Health Fight After Bush Dad’s Death, Ag Dept Staff Sackings, Raw Milk Myths, Glow-in-the-Dark Roads & $20M FMD Vaccine. 🔥 This Week on AgFab: Rural Voices, Big Issues, and Bright Ideas! In this episode, Katja and Gillian cover the big stories shaking Australian agriculture right now: 1️⃣ AWiA Conference 2025 – Highlights, key takeaways, and the conversation...

🎙️ Episode 41 – From Disturbing Farm Footage to UFOs in the Paddock: What’s Going On?! This week on The Ultimate Farm Wife , we're diving into the headlines causing ripples across rural Australia—and beyond. 🚨 Topic 1: Broken Hill Horror A Broken Hill man has been sentenced after uploading extremely distressing animal abuse content to social media. We unpack the legal and emotional fallout, and w...

Biosecurity Warning, Ag Department Cuts & The Raw Truth About the SA Drought This week’s episode is a wild one — equal parts alarming, heartfelt, and honest. 🦠 Topic 1: Flesh-Eating Parasite – A New Biosecurity Threat? We unpack the shocking news of a flesh-eating parasite from southern Mexico that’s making headlines. Could this be Australia's next biosecurity nightmare? We break down what it...

🎙️ Episode 39 – Royal Protocols, Frog Farming & Found Dogs with Katja Williams (The Ultimate Farm Wife) & Gillian Fennell (Station Mum 101) This week’s episode is a wild ride (and not just because Katja had a birthday! 🎉). Here’s what we’re unpacking: 🐾 WE FOUND OUR DOG! You’ll never believe how. 🐸 Frog farming is a thing – and yes, we’ve found the videos. Stay tuned on socials. 📻 We g...

.Andrew "Cutchy" McCutcheon was an integral part of the Collie, Gilgandra and surrounding communities. He was a devoted father to Evie and Annie, and a loving husband to Jen. He will be remembered for his passion for farming, teaching & helping others, his strong work ethic, his ability to start a conversation with literally anyone and his infectious smile. Raffle tickets: $50 Live auction sta...

🎙️ Agsolutley Fabulous Ep 27: Lab-Grown Meat, Smuggled Food, Agent Exodus & Ag Q&A This week on Agsolutley Fabulous , Katja and Gillian are back with a no-filter take on the biggest stories in ag—and a few wild ones too. 🔥 Hot Topics: Lab-Grown Meat Approved in Australia It’s official—cultured meat has been given the green light. What does this mean for real beef producers, the supermarke...

Show Notes: In this episode, we dive into several important issues facing rural communities today: Why are South Australian grain farmers being denied access to bank loans, and what does this mean for their future? What is the appropriate driving age for farm kids on private property, and what supervision rules apply? How government policies are making life harder for people living in rural and re...

📝 Show Notes: In this week’s episode of Agsolutley Fabulous , we’re diving headfirst into some of the most pressing and passionate conversations in Australian agriculture: 🌾 1. Cities Targeting Prime Farmland for Waste Disposal New proposals suggest metropolitan councils may begin dumping city waste on high-value agricultural land. We unpack what this means for food security, farming livelihoods...

🎙️ Agsolutely Fabulous Podcast Show Notes: In this week’s episode of Agsolutely Fabulous , Katja Williams and Gillian Fennell are back at the mic with another no-nonsense rural roundup. We’re diving into the big issues making waves across rural Australia: 📡 Telstra’s Satellite Texting Service – Is this the outback solution we’ve been waiting for? We break down what it means for farmers, remote fa...

This week on the podcast, no topic was off limits! We dive into everything from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's latest moves to Ag Minister Julie Collins' impact on rural Australia. We unpack the vibe at the Dubbo Show, explore the reshaping of the Nationals Party, and shine a light on Katie O'Brien's powerful rural mental health movement: "Check Your Mates, Open Gates." We also recap the latest...

In this episode, we dig into the dust—literally and figuratively. First, we shine a spotlight on the Australian Defence Force’s deployment to the Mid North Coast during recent flood events and ask the question on many QLD farmers’ minds: "Where was this response when we were underwater—or on fire?" It's a hard conversation, but one that deserves attention. Then, it’s not just frustrations in the a...