The Mining Mum

Jane Tandy, Founder & Managing Director of Leeuwin Wealth, is an absolute powerhouse! After leaving her career in the stockbroking world feeling completely burnt out, Jane took a step back to figure out what she truly wanted. She spent time at home with her kids, enjoyed a few Pilates classes, and then an incredible opportunity came along to co-found Leewin Wealth with her business partners. I...

Future of Mining Conference Vlog A true  pinch me  moment. What started as sharing my journey in the mining industry has led to my very first social media partnership, attending the  Future of Mining Conference , and even speaking on a panel alongside some of the industry's leaders. In this vlog, I'm taking you behind the scenes of one of Australia's biggest mining conferences—from net...

Growing up beside a gold mine in Brazil, Amanda dreamed of seeing more of the world. That dream led her to Australia, where she built a successful career across mining, oil & gas, health and safety, and transport logistics before launching her own business, Got Safe Media. Whether you're looking to start a career in mining, grow professionally, or take the leap into business ownership, Ama...

From a remote Aboriginal community to becoming a respected leader helping create opportunities for others, this is a story of resilience, purpose, and impact. In this episode of The Mining Mum Podcast, we sit down with Yulu McGrady to discuss his incredible journey. Growing up in an Aboriginal community in Queensland, Yulu's childhood was filled with hunting, fishing, culture, and being surrou...

From law school dropout to ASX-listed drilling - one Perth woman's unfiltered journey through sales, startups, and mining. In this episode, we sit down with a Perth-born business development professional who has done it all: dropped out of UWA Law, lived in London at 19, cold-called her way into a magazine sales career, earned a law and commerce degree, worked on IPOs and backdoor listings, bu...

From Scaffolder to Business Owner | The Mining Mum Podcast with Shane Lima – Lima Resources What does it take to go from working on the tools to building your own business in the mining industry? In this episode of The Mining Mum Podcast , I sit down with Shane Lima , founder of Lima Resources , whose story is a powerful example of grit, discipline and long-term vision. Shane grew up in Brazil and...

In this episode of The Mining Mum Podcast, we chat with Shayne and Mahaylia — the powerhouse founders of Flowaid, a brand transforming menstrual care in the mining and resources industry. We dive into how they’re changing the menstrual game on-site, improving accessibility for women in mining, and breaking down long-standing barriers around period care in FIFO and mining workplaces. If you’re pass...

Join me in this episode as I sit down with Bianca, founder of Womali, an Aboriginal-owned mining and construction business. We dive into her incredible journey from growing up in Albury-Wodonga to becoming a successful entrepreneur — exploring her roots, family influences, and the experiences that shaped her path from rural life to leadership in the mining industry. Bianca shares how culture, comm...

In this episode of The Mining Mum Podcast, we sit down with Scott, a leadership coach with an incredible career in the mining industry. Scott shares his journey from joining the military to mining and now mindset and leadership coaching. Whether you’re in mining, business, or leadership — this conversation will leave you feeling inspired and ready to level up. 💪🎧 Watch now and don’t forget to li...

In this episode of The Mining Mum Podcast , we dive into what it’s really like to be a woman thriving in industries traditionally dominated by men. Joining me are Amber from Neuro Spicy Collective and Kate from Sandon WA , two incredible women who are challenging the norms, building strong communities, and paving the way for more inclusion across mining, civil, and transport. We talk about confide...

This week is Mental Health Week, and in this episode, we’re talking about something so many of us struggle with — mental health in the workplace. Joining me today are Amber from Neuro Spicy Collective and Kate from Sandon WA, two inspiring women who are creating change in the mining, civil, and transport industries through real conversations and community support. We’re unpacking what it’s really...

I’m so excited to share this special 3-part series for Mental Health Week — where we’re diving into honest conversations around wellbeing, purpose, and community in the mining, civil, and transport industries. In this episode, I’m joined by Kate from Sandon WA and Amber from Neuro Spicy Collective — two incredible women who are creating real change in their industries and opening up important conv...

Join me in this episode as I sit down with Kym, founder of CO Gear, to talk about pioneering workwear for women in traditionally male-dominated industries. We explore how functional, inclusive gear can transform the experience of women in trades like mining, construction, engineering—plus the personal journey behind creating a brand with purpose. If you’re into women in trades, innovative workwear...

Kristie is a Mining Mum of 4 and 3 step children while juggling the role of being a Non Executive Director of 5 Mining Companies. She talks of growing up with her parents running a business which gave her real insight into independence and drive. She went on to study Engineering and work underground where she found her true passion for mining. After that Kristie found another passion in committee...

Sienna Tamati - The Co-Founder of Resourceful Women Seminar. A seminar for women wanting to learn more about getting into the mining and resources industries. Speaking with Sienna following the first Resourceful Women Seminar about the success of the seminar helping women wanting to get into the industry through connecting with businesses and other women in the industry. An amazing initiative that...

Sarah is the General Manager of Communities at Rugby WA and has had an amazing career in sports in particular roles to support women in sports. She came to Australia from her home country of South Africa to play Tennis and never left, since relocating she has worked in Surf life saving, Football West and now Rugby WA. Sarah held a role in Female Football & advocacy during the Womens Football w...

Skye Gilligan is the founder and driving force behind Gilligan Group , a leading marketing and investor relations agency specialising in the mining and resources sector. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in this high-stakes industry, Skye has built a reputation for delivering strategic communication, brand positioning, and investor engagement solutions that drive...

Join me as we dive deep into the world of mining and beyond. In this episode, I chat with Cairo, a scaffolder in the mines, co-host of Horis Tell Stories, and a passionate self-development seeker on his journey called Daily Discomfort. Growing up in New Zealand, Cairo was ultra-competitive, a trait that has propelled him through life’s challenges and into his current pursuits. Tune in to hear his...

Corey Phipps is a seasoned recruitment leader with over 17 years of experience building high-performing teams across the mining, construction, industrial, and technical sectors. As the Managing Director of Apex Resources , Corey leads the charge in delivering strategic recruitment solutions that help Western Australian businesses scale while supporting candidates in finding meaningful, long-term c...

Meet the powerhouse mother-daughter duo behind The Resource Hub – Dani and Sienna Tamati. With a combined passion for people, purpose, and progress, they’ve built one of Australia's most respected, multi-award-winning recruitment and consultancy businesses focused on the resources sector – spanning mining, energy, construction, government, and healthcare. Founded in 2012 by Danni, who brings o...

In this episode of The Mining Mum podcast , I sit down with Jordan Pedley — the newly elected President of the WA Mining Club , Managing Director of Barakee , and Chief Commercial Officer at MAX Plant . Jordan’s story is nothing short of inspiring. From her early days as a marketing graduate to leading strategic growth in major crushing and screening companies, she has shattered industry expectati...

Meet Kate Tsorvas – Educator, Entrepreneur, and Empowered Leader in Mining & Resources Industry Kate Tsorvas is the Managing Director of Jakarli Group (formerly EK Contracting), co-founder of Consolidated Group , and President of the nonprofit Sandon . A qualified teacher with a deep love for learning, Kate lives by the mantra: “Without change, there wouldn’t be butterflies.” Her passion lies...

Vicky Pellowe is the founder and director of The FIFO Family Project (TFFP), an independent non-profit organisation providing crucial support for fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) families across Australia's resource sectors. Drawing on her own FIFO career and FIFO family experience, Vicky established TFFP to address the unique challenges these workers and their families face, with a focus on mental heal...

Chris Vas is the General Manager of Boom Logistics, West Coast, but his journey to leadership wasn’t conventional—it was built on grit, self-development, and heart. Originally moving to Australia as an international student with dreams of becoming an engineer, Chris quickly faced the financial realities of international education. He pivoted to biomedical science, but life had other plans. When Ch...

In this powerful episode of The Mining Mum , we sit down with Jelena , a leading expert in stress and burnout, to uncover the real cost of living in survival mode—especially for working parents. Jelena shares science-backed strategies to reduce cortisol levels, practical tips to manage everyday stress, and why "me time" isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity for thriving in high-pressure career...