Behind the Sash
Behind the Sash is a fortnightly podcast that celebrates and shares the voices of Showgirls from around New South Wales. Each episode gives these local women a platform to tell their own stories and reflect on their communities. It highlights that while not every Showgirl reaches the state final, each one is a local hero worth hearing from.
Episodes
Cassie Bush - The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman 2025
Welcome back to Behind the Sash! In this episode Elinor Bowman sits down with Cassie Bush, the 2024 Cootamundra Young Woman and The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman 2025.
Special Episode: Meet the Zone 7 Finalists for 2025
In the lead up to the 2025 The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman Competition, we are so excited to introduce you to this years finalists. In this episode Elinor Bowman sits down with Brianna Pilon from Weethalle and Cassandra Bush from Cootamundra who are representing Zone 7 this year.
Special Episode: Meet the Zone 6 Finalists for 2025
In the lead up to the 2025 The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman Competition, we are so excited to introduce you to this years finalists. In this episode Sammy Cormie-Smith sits down with Isabel Smith from Bathurst, Sophie Cargill from Dubbo and Tessa Parry from Coonamble who are representing Zone 6 this year.
Special Episode: Meet the Zone 5 Finalists for 2025
In the lead up to the 2025 The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman Competition, we are so excited to introduce you to this years finalists. In this episode Sammy Cormie-Smith sits down with Eloise Haigh from Upper Hunter and Ninoska Birchall from Mudgee who are representing Zone 5 this year.
Special Episode: Meet the Zone 3 Finalists for 2025
In the lead up to the 2025 The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman Competition, we are so excited to introduce you to this years state finalists. In this episode Elinor Bowman sits down with Claire Liverslidge from Goulburn and Emily Lucas from Cooma.
Special Episode: Meet the Zone 4 Finalists for 2025
In the lead up to the 2025 The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman Competition, we are so excited to introduce you to this years state finalists. In this episode Sammy Cormie-Smith sits down with Chennelle Winsor from Gunnedah and Claudia Williams from Narrabri who are representing Zone 4 this year.
Special Episode: Meet the Zone 2 Finalists for 2025
In the lead up to the 2025 The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman Competition, we are so excited to introduce you to this years state finalists. In this episode Elinor Bowman sits down with Bonnie Cox from Berry and Ellie Eather from Dapto who are representing Zone 2 this year.
Special Episode: Meet the Zone 1 Finalists for 2025
In the lead up to the 2025 The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman Competition, we are so excited to introduce you to this years state finalists. In this episode Elinor Bowman sits down with Phoebe Southwell from Kempsey and Summer Chaseling from Bangalow who are representing Zone 1 this year.
Sophie Heffernan on her passion for community and horsemanship
Sophie Heffernan grew up on her family's beef property in Candelo where she is now a tax accountant and book keeper. Growing up, show memories ranged from cooking for the pavillion, to entering in horse events, and was always a annual highlight for Sophie's family. Horses have been also been a big part of her life, leading Sophie to join the Candello Campdraft committee and to begin instru
Stephanie Hennings has run around the world while pursuing her passion for agriculture
Stephanie Hennings became passionate about shows through growing up on her family's Angus cattle stud in Camden. She went on to study a Bachelor of Agriculture and Business at UNE where she was an AgriFutures Horizon Scholar and undertook an exchange program to Purdue University, USA.
Stephanie was named the 2023 Camden Show Young Woman where she grew up showing and volunteering. and then went on
Eliza Whiteley's focus and vision on her community
Like many rural women, Eliza Whiteley wears a few hats. Eliza studied optometry at Deakin University, before returning back to Central West NSW where she worked as a locum optometrist for many years supporting eye health in rural communities. This year she reached a new milestone as she began her own optometry practice in Dubbo, Whitely Optometry.
However, Eliza is also Co-Principal of Glenalbyn
Special episode: Welcome Elinor Bowman
Welcome to 2025! This special episode we are excited to introduce Elinor Bowman as a new host on the Behind the Sash podcast.
Elinor has been a previous guest on the podcast and we are very excited to have her on board to interview our amazing Young Woman guests. For this special episode you can learn a bit more about Elinor and hear about the upcoming Zone Final dates.
Simone Ducker will be designing future Australia
What does Better Homes and Gardens, kick boxing, and crochet have in common?
These are all passions of Simone Ducker! Simone was the 2023 Wauchope Young Woman, and a Zone 1 Finalist at the 2024 Sydney Royal Easter Show. Simone has just granted from a combined degree of Civil Engineering (Honours) and Design in Architecture. At every turn Simone has been passionate about the communities she lives i
Amelia Bryant on her nursing journey and strong connection to AgShows
Amelia Bryant has been involved in the show movement from
tiny tots up to horse section judging. Amelia was the 2021 Wellington Show
Young Woman, and has since taken over Young Woman Coordinator of the Wellington
Show Society. It’s been a special full circle moment this year with Amelias sister
Adelaide taking on the Wellington Young Woman title. Amelia also recommends the
Centred for Success
Emma Johnston says do the things that scare you the most
What is Behind the Sash of Emma Johnston?
In a rural community there are many hats to wear- and I think you’ll find Emma wears every kind Emma is an artist, sports coach, scout, show volunteer and member of Hay Youth Taskforce. She has many accolades including most recently the 2024 Transgrid Indigenous Achievement Award from 7news. All this, and Emma was only 19 when she was a The Land Sydney Ro
Sarah Wood has a passion for agriculture that has taken her across NSW
Sarah Wood was the 2022 Cowra Young Woman and a 2023 State Finalist in The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman Competition. Sarah has drawn so much from the young woman program and has made life long friends and connections through the Show movement.
The journey has followed her to Moree, where she is now an agronomist excited to work in summer cropping systems and to be involved in a new co
Special episode: Pearl Picnic Condobolin Show 2024
This year was the inaugural Pearl Picnic, a reunion of women from the The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Showgirl and Young Woman movement.
Organised by Florance McGufficke and Lyndsey Douglas, the first ever Pearl Picnic was held at the 2024 Condobolin Show and was a raving success.
Learn more about the program and it's rich alumni though these short interviews live from the 2024 Pearl Picnic. T
Katie Powell is an educator, co-founder and has a heart of gold
What is behind Katie Powell’s sash?
Katie grew up in Narromine embedded in the community where she is now a primary school teacher. For her the Narromine Show has always been a family affair, where she was named the 2023 Narromine Young Woman. Katie is passionate about supporting performing arts in the bush and has also co-founded a not for profit called thirv3 (https://www.thriv3.com.au/). Katie
Jessica Neale on her showgirl journey
Welcome back to Behind the Sash!
In this episode we sit down with the wonderful Jessica Neale. Jessica was the 2019 Cootamundra Showgirl, and went on to be named the 2020 The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Showgirl.
She has made the most of every opportunity along her journey, despite COVID delaying Sydney Royal for her cohort. Jessica is also a role model for others who have moved communities or
Charlotte McGrory thinks west is best
Charlotte McGrory is one of those people who lights up every room that she walks into. Through work experience at university, Charlotte found herself falling in love with the Bourke community where she is now a primary school teacher.
Charlotte was named Bourke Young Woman in 2023, and through support of her "Bourke family" found her way to Sydney Royal. In her spare time she founded Bo
Madisen McGill loves her ponies and has never missed an Ekka!
Madisen McGill is proof that you can take a girl off the farm, but you can't take the farm out of the girl!
Madisen moved from Queensland to Coonabarabran where she was named the 2023 Young Woman. She loved being involved in the program, and is involved in AgShows more widely through horses.
During the day, Madisen is the Manager of the farm at Baradine Central School, where she helps engage y
Olivia Hodgkin on veterinary technology and the benefits of living in rural communities
Welcome back to Behind the Sash!
On this episode we get to sit down with the wonderful Olivia Hodgkin. Olivia is currently studying a Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science in Wagga Wagga, and was the 2023 Junee Young Woman and a Zone 7 State Finalist.
Olivia is hoping to alleviate the pressure in rural and remote communities by providing veterinary services, knowledge and
Rubey Williams is the queen of the alpaca industry
On this episode of Behind the Sash we sit down with Rubey Williams!
You can’t help but brighten up listening to the passionate and bubbly Rubey. She was the 2023 Camden Young Woman and a state finalist, but her background and passion is in alpacas. She holds a range of alpaca accolades; Rubey was (and still is) the youngest qualified fleece and alpaca judge in Australia, was the youngest ASA Alp
Elinor Bowman is travelling the world while staying connected to her community
Welcome back to Behind the Sash! On todays episode we have the privilege of talking to Elinor Bowman. Elinor was the 2023 Singleton Young Woman, and a Zone 5 Finalist for The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman Competition.
Elinor hails from Singleton in the Hunter Valley. Growing up, she knew that she was passionate about social justice and giving back to her community. Elinor went on to c
Lyndsey Douglas hit the ground running when she went through the showgirl program
Lyndsey Douglas is undoubtedly Young Woman royalty.
From emceeing Zone Finals, to interviewing State Finalists of The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman Competition, Lyndsey has done it all. She is also director of Writers Who, and acts as a professional MC for a range of organisations and events, especially in agriculture. She is highly regarded and respected in the industry.
What some ma
Special episode: Celebrating AgShows NSW Conference 2024
This week Behind the Sash is coming to you from Dubbo at the 2024 Celebrating AgShows NSW Conference and Gala Dinner.
Sammy catches up with President Award recipients Nicky Seeto and Jody Nelson-Gleeson, as well as Sean Haynes on behalf of Eugowra Show who received the Resilience Award.
Paris got to sit down with youth program alumni Florance McGufficke (2023 The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Yo
Domonique Wyse is determined to have her boots on the ground and help others
On this episode of Behind the Sash we sit down with the 2024 The Land Sydney AgShows Young Woman, Domonique Wyse. Dom grew up in Taree where she fell in love with cattle through showing with local schools and families as she studied agriculture through distance education.
She is now an Ag Teacher in Tamworth, but wears many hats outside of work through her roles with ASC Next Gen and her sportin
Maddy Nash fills her cup by giving back to her community
Welcome back to Behind the Sash. On todays episode we get to chat to Maddy Nash. Maddy is a 26 year old NDIS Support Coordinator in the Milton Ulladulla area on the South Coast of NSW.
She was the 2020 Milton Showgirl and was lucky enough to be a Finalist for the 2022 The Land Sydney Royal Ag Shows NSW Young Woman Program. Her favourite thing about the Young Woman program is watching the growth a
Elyse Hudson has continued her journey with shows across the country
Welcome to season 2 of Behind the Sash!
It has been 5 years since Behind the Sash aired. Where is podcast founder Elyse Hudson now? Tune in as Elyse tells us about her journey which has taken her literally across the country, and her continued community involvement from WA Shows to wheelchair AFL.
In this episode you will also meet the two new hosts of Behind the Sash, Sammy Cormie-Smith and Pari
Sammy Spark - 2018 Nowra Showgirl
Sammy Spark says that she has two communities - her University in Wagga, where she studies to be a Vet, and her home town of Nowra, which she was proud to represent in Sydney at The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl final this year. She joins Elyse this week to share her journey as the 2018 Nowra Showgirl and reflect on how she has grown as a young woman and future leader in her communities.
Nikki Gibbs - 2018 Sydney Royal Showgirl Part 2
Last episode, Elyse was rejoined by the 2017 Wauchope Showgirl Nikki Gibbs to reflect on her journey to becoming the 2018 The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl. There was so much to pack in that it has had to be spread across two episodes. This episode is Part 2, where Nikki looks at her journey since being awarded the tricolour Sash.
Episode Released: 13 May 2018
Nikki Gibbs - 2018 Sydney Royal Showgirl Part 1
Just under 12 months ago, Behind the Sash was graced with the presence of our third Wauchope Showgirl to be interviewed - Nikki Gibbs. Fast forward to Easter and this passionate, bubbly and enthusiastic young woman was sashed the 2018 The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl. Nikki returns to Behind the Sash to share her journey and reflect on her experiences. Join Elyse for Part 1 of Behind the Sash's inte
Tess Crossley - 2017 Orange Showgirl
BIG EPISODE THIS WEEK!
Fourth time's the charm for Behind the Sash's guest this week. Tess Crossley is someone with a passion for Orange, swimming and her show, being part of a family with a long history of involvement with Orange Show Society. Tess is a unique character and shares with Elyse her experiences on her long journey as part of the Showgirl experience.
Episode Released: 16 April 2018
Kaela McRae - 2017 Casino Showgirl
Tomorrow is the final judging for The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl competition - can you believe it?
To celebrate - here's a special episode of Behind the Sash where we are joined by ANOTHER State Finalist - the incredible Kaela McRae!
Originally from Lismore, Kaela McRae is now a proud ambassador for her "Casino Family." This inspirational young woman joins Elyse on Behind the Sash to discuss her j
Maicie Close - 2017 Finley Showgirl
In the lead up to the Sydney Royal Showgirl Final, Behind the Sash is excited to be joined by another finalist - Maicie Close from Finley. Maicie loves her town and aims to pursue her career there in the long term. For her, the Show movement is a family affair and very close to her heart. She joins Elyse this week to talk about her journey and development as part of the Showgirl movement.
Episode
Kate Lumbar - 2017 Moree Showgirl
Kate Lumbar, the 2017 Moree Showgirl, lives and breathes the cotton industry. A passionate representative for both the industry and her local community, Kate joins Elyse this episode to discuss not only the wonders of working in cotton, but also her love of music, the show movement and her personal development through the Showgirl experience.
Episode Released: 25 February 2018
Maisie Morrow - 2016 Merriwa Showgirl Part 2
In Part 2 of Elyse's interview with the 2017 The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl, Maisie Morrow, Maisie reflects upon her personal growth and experiences representing Merriwa Show. She also shares what makes her local area so amazing and what her plans are for the future after passing on the sash.
Episode Released: 11 February 2018
Maisie Morrow - 2016 Merriwa Showgirl Part 1
For our 50th episode, Elyse is joined by none other than Maisie Morrow, the 2017 The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl. A passionate supporter and advocate for rural women, Maisie's journey has seen her take on many diverse roles in primary production and her community of Merriwa. In this episode, Maisie reflects upon her passions and ideas, as well as the initial response she had to the honour of
Makayla Richardson - 2017 Grafton Showgirl
Makayla is a Pharmacy Assistant in beautiful Grafton. Passionate about community involvement, she has twice entered the Showgirl competition and is proud to represent her town as their Showgirl. Makayla joins Elyse this week to share her experiences throughout her Showgirl journey.
Episode Released: 21 January 2018
Liz Munn - 2017 Leeton Showgirl
Liz Munn from Leeton joins Elyse on this episode of Behind the Sash. Liz has a long history with the Show movement, from her family's deep involvement in the Moree Show, to her role as President of her Show Society. Liz is passionate about representing young people in the Show movement, having been the Moree Showgirl and a NSW Rural Achiever Finalist before stepping into the role as th
Zara Beckett - 2017 Coffs Harbour Showgirl
Zara Beckett is Behind the Sash's 40th Showgirl interviewee! Fresh from completing her HSC, Zara joins Elyse to talk about her ambitions to work with Marine Mammals and share her experiences thus far of being Coffs Harbour Showgirl.
Episode Released: 3 December 2017
Heidi Stone - 2017 Peak Hill Showgirl
Heidi Stone is a young women with a diverse background and many talents. Having grown up in the town of Peak Hill, Heidi is proud to be representing them as their 2017 Showgirl. She joins Elyse this episode to share her experiences in the Showgirl competition and across regional NSW.
Episode Released: 19 November 2017
Rose Broughton - 2017 Dubbo Showgirl
Dubbo produces many a successful Showgirl and Rose Broughton is no exception. A Pilates instructor and fitness enthusiast, most weekends you'll find Rose doing some form of volunteering or community involvement. But there's more to this Showgirl and her experience than meets the eye. She joins Elyse on Behind the Sash to share what she loves about Dubbo and the Dubbo Show, as well as just wh
Caitlin Herbert - 2017 Eugowra Showgirl
Caitlin Herbert is proud to be a country girl. Coming from one of the oldest farming families in Australia, when Caitlin started her career in Oral Health there was no question she would stay in Eugowra. She joins Elyse this week to give an insight as to life in Eugowra and why she loves her home-town so much.
Episode Released: 22 October 2017
Nicole Cowling - 2017 Maclean Showgirl
Nicole Cowling, Maclean's 2017 Showgirl, might be as young as you can possibly be to represent your community in the competition - but she comes with a wealth of experience. Already a Group 1 Junior Showgirl Champion, Nicole has gained a lot from her experiences representing Maclean as a Junior Showgirl, in drama and as a talented Highland Dancer. She joins Elyse to share these e
Alana Black - 2017 Rydal Showgirl
Rydal is a small town with a big heart, producing talented and passionate Showgirls. This week's guest, Alana Black, is no exception. Alana demonstrates her passion through her work with charities and within her local community. She joins Elyse to share her journey as the 2017 Rydal Showgirl.
Episode Released: 25 September 2017
Prue McDonald - 2015 Dungog Showgirl
In 2015, Prue McDonald represented the town of Dungog in The Land Sydney Showgirl Competition. A passionate representative for her local community, for Prue Dungog Show is all about family. Since being the Dungog Showgirl, Prue has almost finished her Law Degree and has remained deeply involved in her local community. She joins Elyse this week to share her experiences and h
Nikki Gibbs - 2017 Wauchope Showgirl
For Behind the Sash's fortieth episode - Elyse is joined by yet another Wauchope Showgirl. Nikki Gibbs is a Vet Nurse and trained in Remedial Massage. When she isn't at work or on the family property, Nikki is a Director at Wauchope Show. She joins Elyse to gain an insight on her busy life and what makes her so passionate about the Show movement and Showgirl.
Episode
Felicity Sims - 2017 Inverell Showgirl
Felicity Sims is a Rural Fire Service volunteer and future nurse, currently studying at UNE in Armidale. After being convinced to enter Inverell Showgirl to boost her confidence, Felicity now has the exciting job of representing her local area. This week, she joins Elyse to share her experiences and have a few laughs along the way.
Episode Released: 15 August 2017
Teagan Wilford - 2017 Milton Showgirl
A keen photographer and childcare worker, Teagan Wilford joins Elyse Hudson on Behind the Sash this week. Being involved in the Milton Show is family business for Teagan and she shares her passions for food and her hometown on the episode.
Episode Released: 30 July 2017
Alice Magner - 2014 Casino Showgirl
In 2014, Alice Magner was selected to represent Casino as their Showgirl. Since then, Alice has become deeply involved in the Agricultural Show movement, through Generation Ag and her local society. She managed to find time between her various community activities to share her experiences as Showgirl and beyond with Elyse.
Episode Released: 13 July 2017
Ashley Meyer-Dilley - 2014/2015 Bungedore Showgirl
It's been a while between episodes - but Elyse is joined this week by a twice sashed Showgirl. Ashley Meyer-Dilley was asked by Bungendore Show Society to represent them twice as the community's Showgirl, in 2014 and 2015. Since then, Ashley has gone on to become the Show Society Secretary, and is passionate about building youth involvement in Agriculture. Ashley has done s
Meg Austin - 2016 Canowindra Showgirl
Fresh from competing as a finalist in The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl Competition - Meg Austin joins Elyse to discuss her journey. Whilst she is proudly from Canowindra, Meg currently studies midwifery in Coffs Harbour. She's heavily involved in both her hometown and her new community and has a passion for rural youth.
Episode Released: 21 May 2017
Liberty Nelson - 2017 Nowra Showgirl Part 2
Last episode, Liberty Nelson - Nowra's 2017 Showgirl - joined Elyse Hudson to talk about her background as a pig farmer and local ranger. This episode is Part 2 of the interview, where Liberty discusses her Showgirl journey from the 2017 Nowra Show all the way to The Land Sydney Showgirl Final in Sydney.
Episode Released: 7 May 2017
Liberty Nelson - 2017 Nowra Showgirl Part 1
Fresh from competing at The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl Final, Liberty Nelson joins Elyse Hudson to talk about her life-long involvement with the Show Movement and her incredibly busy schedule. Liberty had lots to talk about and as such, this is Part 1 of her interview.
Episode Released: 24 April 2017
Ellen John - 2016 Narrabri Showgirl
Our last state finalist interview before The Land Sydney Showgirl Final on Sunday is with Narrabri's own Ellen John!
Ellen John, a Year 1 teacher at Narrabri Public School, is a passionate representative for her local community. A townie at heart, Ellen is a tireless advocate for rural education. She joins Elyse in the lead-up to competing at the 2017 The Land Sydney Royal
Francesca Scutella - 2016 Grenfell Showgirl
Originally from Sydney, Francesca moved to rural NSW for love. Now she is a passionate ambassador for people to make the same tree change. Whilst Francesca has big shoes to fill following in the footsteps of the 2015 Grenfell Showgirl, Grace Eppelstun, who went on to become the 2016 The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl, she certainly isn't feeling the pressure. She jo
Isabel Hawken - 2016 Rydal Showgirl Part 2
With The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl final coming up in just under a fortnight, it's time for a special treat. Instead of fortnightly episodes, Behind the Sash will be releasing weekly episodes with some of the state finalists. This week is part two of 2016 Rydal Showgirl Isabel Hawken's interview.
Coincidentally, this is also episode THIRTY for Behind the Sash.
Sydney Finalist and Rydal Showgirl I
Isabel Hawken - 2016 Rydal Showgirl Part 1
Newly announced Sydney Finalist, Isabel Hawken from Rydal Show Society joins the 2017 Event Cinemas Newcastle Regional Showgirl Elyse Hudson. Izzy shares her passion for nursing, her love of gardening and a few of her experiences as the Rydal Showgirl. It's a big episode - so big that is has been split into two parts. Don't miss part 1 of Elyse's interview with one of the Zone 5
Emma Gorman - 2016 Wagga Wagga Showgirl
Last weekend, Emma Gorman was selected to represent Zone 7 at the Sydney Royal. As promised, here is Elyse's interview with Emma, recorded before the Zone 7 final!
Emma Gorman once lived on a property in Scone, but now studies Medicine at UNSW in Wagga Wagga. When she was in Sydney last month (during the heat wave) she caught up with Elyse to talk about her passion f
Pagan Hockley - 2016 Dubbo Showgirl
Dubbo Show Society has had a lot of success with their showgirls in the past. Pagan Hockley, the 2016 Showgirl, attributes this to the strong level of support. But she needn't be worried - she has a lot of experience showing chickens. Pagan has lived and studied in a diverse number of places in the Central West and she joins Elyse to share her background and what makes Dubbo fantastic.
Mikaela Dart - 2016 Peak Hill Showgirl
2016 Peak Hill Showgirl, Mikaela Dart, is more than just a country girl. As nursing student, Mikaela aims to help others and as a Showgirl, she is an enthusiastic supporter of her local community. This week, Elyse finds out a little bit more about Mikaela, her passions and why we should all come visit Peak Hill and it's mid-week show!
Episode Released: 4 February 2017
Annie Clendinning - 2016 Upper Hunter Showgirl, Ali Ward - 2015 Upper Hunter Showgirl, Holly Witt - 2016 Junior Upper Hunter Showgirl
Sometimes we have to do interviews wherever we can - so this week the Showgirls are coming to you from their local McDonalds! So please excuse the background noise.
This week, Elyse is joined by three passionate women who represent the Upper Hunter. Annie Clendinning and Ali Ward are two passionate Showgirls from the Upper Hunter Region who show the true diversity of the S
Hiliary Thornberry - 2016 Tamworth Showgirl
Happy New Year! In Behind the Sash's first episode for 2017, Elyse is joined by Hiliary Thornberry, the 2016 Tamworth Showgirl. Tamworth Show is undergoing some exciting changes over the next two years and Hiliary is excited to not only represent her community, but be a part of the changes. Tamworth is so much more than Country Music and on this episode, Hiliary share
Jaclyn Lindsay - 2016 Wauchope Showgirl
Merry Christmas Everyone! Elyse is spending Christmas back in Wauchope, where Behind the Sash first started. This episode she is joined by the 2016 Wauchope Showgirl, Jaclyn Lindsay. Jaclyn is a proud representative of her community, rural youth and young women in regional areas who shows Dairy Cattle and competes in Young Farmers Competitions when she isn't busy being Showgirl. Jaclyn squee
Taylor Baxter - 2015 Junee Showgirl
Taylor Baxter is currently busy with harvest on her family farm. When she isn't driving her chaser bin or studying pharmacy, Taylor is deeply involved in her local community, particularly the Junee Show. She's very proud of Junee and joins Elyse on Behind the Sash to share her experiences as the 2015 Junee Showgirl.
Episode Released: 11 December 2016
Caroline Miller - 2016 Berry Showgirl
Full-time Florist Caroline Miller was Berry Show's proud representative for 2016. In a very short space of time, Caroline underwent the Showgirl journey, becoming a state finalist in the 2016 The Land Sydney Royal Easter Showgirl Competition. She joins Elyse this week to discuss her experiences and what life is like as a young business woman with a passion for flowers, foot
Georgia Shellard - 2015 Bega Showgirl
Georgia Shellard was a finalist in the 2016 The Land Sydney Royal Easter Showgirl, proudly representing Bega. In Behind the Sash's 20th episode, Georgia shares her whirlwind journey to the final and shows us that Bega is famous for more than just Bega.
Episode Released: 13 November 2016
Erin Kennedy - 2015 Murwillumbah Showgirl
Erin Kennedy, the 2015 Murwillumbah Showgirl, is a third generation dairy farmer and has held both the title of the Murwillumbah Showgirl and the Tweed Valley Banana Queen. In the week prior to the 2016 Murwillumbah Show, Erin joins Behind the Sash to talk about her experiences and the area she loves so much.
Episode Released: 31 October 2016
Grace Eppelstun - 2015 Grenfell Showgirl Update
With the recent changes to the judging criteria for The Land Sydney Royal Easter Showgirl Competition, Elyse has invited back Grace Eppelstun, the 2016 The Land Sydney Royal Easter Showgirl to explain. Grace also shares her experiences as the current Showgirl and her plans for the remainder of her year.
Episode Released: 16 October 2016
Lucy Collingridge - 2015 Cootamundra Showgirl
2015 Cootamundra Showgirl Lucy Collingridge joins Elyse Hudson on Behind the Sash. A very busy young woman, Lucy is passionate about her show and is involved in organising a large number of events. She also has a great love for sheep, horses and, naturally, the Showgirl Competition. After being a finalist in the 2016 The Land Sydney Showgirl Competition, Lucy shares her jou
Emily Madge - 2015 Young Showgirl Part 3
In the final episode with Emily Madge, the 2015 Young Showgirl and Runner-Up at the Land Sydney Royal Easter Showgirl Competition, Elyse explores what Emily learnt about herself during her time at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Elyse also finds out what Emily's plans are for the future, as well as gets a bit of advice for any young woman thinking about entering the competition herself.
Episode Rele
Emily Madge - 2015 Young Showgirl Part 2
Part 2 of Elyse's Interview with Emily Madge brings a behind the scenes discussion about Emily's experiences at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Emily talks about what she learnt about herself and the sorts of activities they participate in. Join Elyse for an inside look into the Sydney Royal Experience of a State Finalist in the Land Sydney Royal Easter Showgirl Competition with the 2016 Runner Up E
Emily Madge - 2015 Young Showgirl Part 1
After a number of false starts - it's finally Emily Madge's turn on Behind the Sash. Whilst she hasn't lived in Young her whole life, she's a proud representative who has a great passion for the land and agriculture. Emily was runner up at the 2016 The Land Sydney Showgirl Competition and also is sharing her experiences at the largest zone final of the year. Join Elyse Hudson for
Grace Eppelstun - 2015 Grenfell Showgirl Part 2
Part 2 of Elyse's interview with the 2016 The Land Sydney Royal Easter Showgirl Grace Eppelstun. Grace shares what she loves about Grenfell and her mission for the year and beyond.
Episode Released: 10 July 2016
Grace Eppelstun - 2015 Grenfell Showgirl Part 1
It is very exciting for Behind The Sash to Welcome the 2016 The Land Sydney Royal Easter Showgirl, Grace Eppelstun from Grenfell. Join Elyse Hudson for Part 1, where Grace discusses her experiences both during and post the competition.
Episode Released: 25 June 2016
Stephanie Davies - 2015 Bungendore Showgirl
Representing Bungendore at the 2016 The Land Sydney Showgirl Competition is just one small part of Stephanie Davies' journey. She has a passion for her community and a great love and involvement with horses. An active member of the ASC Next Gen movement, Steph is also passionate about young people and the show movement.
Episode Released: 11 June 2016
Annie Nichols - 2015 Singleton Showgirl
Annie Nichols, the 2015 Showgirl, is a young woman with a great passion for involvement in local community and agricultural shows. A volunteer for the RAS and international traveler extraordinaire, Annie is also a physiotherapist with a dream of improving services in regional NSW. Annie shares wisdom for young potential showgirls as well as what makes Singleton a must visit town
Camilla Kenny - 2015 Dubbo Showgirl
The 2015 Dubbo Showgirl, Camilla Kenny, is a young woman with passion for community involvement and rural mental health. A finalist in the 2016 Sydney Royal Easter Showgirl Competition, Camilla remains deeply involved in her local area and their shows. Join 2015 Newcastle Showgirl Elyse Hudson as she uncovers what drives such an active, articulate and energetic young woman.
Dana Velasco - 2014/15 Blacktown Showgirl Part 2
This episode is Part 2 of Elyse's interview with 2015 Blacktown Showgirl, Dana Velasco. Dana reflects on her community and the role she sees herself playing in its future.
Dana Velasco was the 2014 and 2015 Blacktown Showgirl, who achieved 3rd place in the 2016 Royal Easter Showgirl Final. She has so much to talk about that it couldn't be contained in one Episode. See
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