The Farmers Voice East Gippsland is a non for profit entity. " Farmers looking after Farmers" is key to our success. A Grass Roots approach which allows the drought and bushfire impacted farming community to engage and facilitate a sense of belonging, understand and acknowledge they are not alone despite the ongoing issues of despair, financial hardship, isolation and providing a platform which addresses the ongoing mental wellbeing via referral.Treating each farmer as an… Show more The Farmers Voice East Gippsland is a non for profit entity. " Farmers looking after Farmers" is key to our success. A Grass Roots approach which allows the drought and bushfire impacted farming community to engage and facilitate a sense of belonging, understand and acknowledge they are not alone despite the ongoing issues of despair, financial hardship, isolation and providing a platform which addresses the ongoing mental wellbeing via referral.Treating each farmer as an individual, taking the time to listen, empathise, committing to constantly follow up at anytime of the day. 9am-5pm doesn't apply. Many farmers are not necessarily computer savvy. Connectivity remains a massive concern.The FVEG holds regular get togethers on a casual basis which has proven to be extremely successful.Like anything and everything in life respect and trust is paramount.Owning and admitting you're human and make mistakes is appreciated. Show less

I had the wonderful opportunity to join an organization which offered a diverse portfolio consisting of the newspaper, magazine and print media.Enjoyed the various positions of National Sales/Marketing Manager of the Perth Sunday Times,Sydney Daily Telegraph, Your Garden Magazine, Home Beautiful Magazine to name a few.Have found over the years the only way to achieve the optimum results is by honesty and integrity always placing the clients needs first in an often very competitive… Show more I had the wonderful opportunity to join an organization which offered a diverse portfolio consisting of the newspaper, magazine and print media.Enjoyed the various positions of National Sales/Marketing Manager of the Perth Sunday Times,Sydney Daily Telegraph, Your Garden Magazine, Home Beautiful Magazine to name a few.Have found over the years the only way to achieve the optimum results is by honesty and integrity always placing the clients needs first in an often very competitive marketplace. While a Degree in Marketing aided my skill set, it was not until you are "on the job" that opportunities arise where your knowledge of the product and most importantly the people you work with are invaluable. Show less