Sharing positive stories of rural businesses and communities.
For a tiny rural town, Minyip has a lot of interesting stories to tell. 22 years ago, the very first Community Branch of the Bendigo Bank opened in Rupanyup Minyip. The original Eureka Flag was discovered at a local property. The Flying Doctors, The Dressmaker, and The Dry have all been filmed in and around Minyip. And rumour has it that the ABC’s Heather Ewart is the next celebrity coming to town!
Read MoreEveryone deserves a second chance. Rural towns diversify and reinvent themselves. Vacant buildings are filled with new purpose. Unwanted household items find new owners. And people are given a second chance to work and provide valuable community service. I really do like second chances.
Read MoreEvery individual of a rural town has the power to make positive change. It may not be easy to visualise or measure, but it is important to recognise that the positive attitudes and actions of many different individuals, no matter how small, can collectively make a big difference.
Read MoreDespite being created in response to adversity, these social media platforms are pure gold and full of so much positivity. I encourage you to use them to plan your next trip, buy a gift, or just to learn more about our awesome rural businesses and communities.
Read MoreAs part of the Creative Innovation 2019 Asia Pacific Conference in Melbourne 1-3 April, Kerry Anderson’s mission was to remind everyone of the importance of our rural towns and share ideas on how we can all give our support regardless of where we live.
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