Friday 11 Apr 2025 | 1 min read
Big Thinkers: the 2025 RAS Rural Achiever Award

Overview
It’s no secret that innovation can come from anywhere – something we know from our roots in regional Victoria. We wanted to support the next generation of the biggest thinkers from regional and rural New South Wales, which is why we were so honoured to sponsor the Sydney Royal Easter Show’s 2025 RAS Rural Achiever Award.
The Royal Agriculture Society of NSW has a rich history of recognising and celebrating the contributions of farmers and communities in rural and regional Australia, and their Rural Achiever Award is no different. Every year, finalists are given access to networking opportunities, mentorship programs, as well as a share of prize money – all to help support and encourage them to make a positive impact in their communities.
Take a look at some of the awesome stories and cool innovations from this year’s finalists with host Millie Ford, a self-proclaimed “city girl” from Bondi, as she journeys around NSW to discover the Actual Aussie Way.
Episode 1: James and Georgie
Watch James teach Millie how to weigh his prize rams and Georgie showing off her family’s irrigation innovation.
Finding the Actual Aussie Way: James and Georgie
Episode 2: Tasha and Roy
See the beauty of rural communities with Tasha and Roy in the second video of the series.
Finding the Actual Aussie Way: Tasha and Roy
Episode 3: Katherine and Brooke
See how Katherine and Brooke are protecting and innovating farming for the future in our third video.
Finding the Actual Aussie Way: Katherine and Brooke
Episode 4: Jacob and James
Learn how Jacob and James are continuing age-old traditions and starting new ones in our final video.
Finding the Actual Aussie Way: Jacob and James
"The actual Aussie way to me means being there for everyone, helping your mates and doing whatever you can to help everyone be the best the person they can."
James Stephens

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