Stories from Life Out Here
Nestled between Queensland bush, historical homesteads and pristine modern additions, the legacy of Goondiwindi shines — a unique locale where roots grow deeper, horizons stretch and residents take pride in their gateway town. These are the stories that shape us.
Terri-Ann Crothers | Life in Colour
In Cudal, NSW, artist Terri-Ann Crothers is known for painting the everyday in unexpected ways. Working mostly in acrylics, her canvases burst with bold colours that reimagine rural life. For Terri-Ann, colour isn’t just paint on canvas, it’s a way of seeing the world.
Fiona Schofield Millinery | A Creative Life in the Country
In Orange, NSW, Fiona Schofield has built a business around an art form that is both timeless and deeply personal. As a milliner, Fiona creates hats and headpieces that carry the mark of true craftsmanship. Each piece is handmade in her studio, from everyday straw hats to bespoke race-day designs, with a focus on longevity and considered style.
A Perfect Saturday in Orange by Sophie Hansen
Sophie shares her idea of a perfect Saturday in her hometown of Orange, NSW. Think coffee with friends at a sunny local café, a morning at the markets and a gallery browse before heading home to the farm. The day finishes the best way possible, with good food, sundowners and time shared with family and friends.
Tina Skipper | A Warm Welcome Awaits at The Station Master's House
Tina, a Guyra local for 25 years now, with a passion for community and comfort, runs the charming Airbnb with care and attention to every detail. As soon as guests arrive, it’s clear that this is not your average stay. The house has been lovingly restored since the couple purchased it in mid-2022, while still maintaining its original heritage charm from when it was established in 1884.
Alice Armitage | Journalist and Owner at The Pandaemonium Paper
Alice is the founder and head journalist at The Pandaemonium Paper. Launched in 2022 with a clear intent: to challenge the city-centric lens of traditional media and spotlight the stories shaping regional Australia from the ground up. Along side Alice also runs Studio Pandaemonium a marketing & communications agency.
Women in Style with Grace Cheatley, The Stockman Hotel
Grace’s journey into running The Stockman Hotel is one grounded in family, resilience, and a deep love for community. Our latest Women In Style feature talks motherhood, farming and running a business in a small community.
Women in Style with Simmone Logue, Baker & Businesswoman
Baker, businesswoman, and creative at heart—Simmone Logue has built a name for herself through soul-filled food, community connection, and timeless style. Known for her generosity of spirit and passion for creating beauty in the everyday, Simmone embodies the values we hold close at Goondiwindi Cotton.
Meet Michelle Shepherd – The Heart Behind the Design
Women in Style with Sophie Jarrold, Goondiwindi Based Artist
Painter, creative, and storyteller—Sophie Jarrold is a visual artist based in rural Queensland whose work beautifully reflects the quiet charm of regional life. Through thoughtful brushwork and a soft, earthy palette, Sophie captures the landscapes, light, and everyday moments that often go unnoticed, yet are deeply felt.












