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.

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Alice Armitage | Journalist and Owner at The Pandaemonium Paper

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.

— Carly Stirling
Women in Style with Grace Cheatley, The Stockman Hotel

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.

— Dana Donpon
Women in Style with Simmone Logue, Baker & Businesswoman

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.

— Dana Donpon
Meet Michelle Shepherd – The Heart Behind the Design

Meet Michelle Shepherd – The Heart Behind the Design

With a love for natural fibres, thoughtful design, and pieces that stand the test of time, Michelle Shepherd is the creative heart behind Goondiwindi Cotton’s collections.     Born in...
— Carly Stirling
Women in Style with Sophie Jarrold, Goondiwindi Based Artist

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.

— Dana Donpon
Behind the Scenes AW25: Welcoming a New Era

Behind the Scenes AW25: Welcoming a New Era

The change of season brings with it an evolution in style and creative direction for Goondiwindi Cotton.  With the help of Mattie Cronan, Sydney based stylist and Style Director at...
— Jade Williamson
A Family Affair | Meet Sammie O'Brien

A Family Affair | Meet Sammie O'Brien

With every new collection, we're drawn to a new adventure. We visited media personality and new Graziher Life on the Land Podcast host, Sammie O'Brien & her family only to...
— Madeline Campbell
Style on the Road | Sandy Palmer

Style on the Road | Sandy Palmer

We are back with another installment to our series Style on the Road. This week we wanted to share a friend of the brand, Sandy Palmer's story. We hope you...
— Jade Williamson
Style on the Road | Carol Campbell

Style on the Road | Carol Campbell

Welcome to the first series of Style on the Road, a collection of stories about our beautiful stockists and wonderful friends of the brand. Grab a cup of tea, sit back...
— Jade Williamson
International Womens Day x WOMEN IN STYLE | Meet Barb Madden

International Womens Day x WOMEN IN STYLE | Meet Barb Madden

To celebrate International Women's Day, this month's Women in Style feature is extra special as we meet Barb Madden, Director of People and Culture at Smithfield Cattle Company. With a background in...
— Goondiwindi Cotton
Women in Style with Fleur McDonald, Author

Women in Style with Fleur McDonald, Author

We love interviewing women we admire from regional areas and this month's Women in Style feature is Fleur McDonald, one of Australia's leading rural authors. Fleur shares her story of writing, family, living on the land and more. 
Read her story below. 
— Goondiwindi Cotton
Women in Style with Claire Mactaggart, Writer, Beef Producer & Mother

Women in Style with Claire Mactaggart, Writer, Beef Producer & Mother

We love interviewing women we admire from regional areas and this month's Women in Style feature is Claire Mactaggart, incredible writer, beef producer and mother. Claire shares her stories of rural Australia with publications such as Country Style, Good Weekend, Graziher and more.
Read her story below. 
— Goondiwindi Cotton