From the outback flower farmer succeeding against the odds to the entrepreneur who started an egg business when she was only eight, this issue is packed with inspiring stories. Plus, discover the best of the bush in our rural shopping guide!

It’s our 40th issue! To celebrate, 20 women share their hopes, dreams and advice. Plus, we meet sustainability expert (and cover star) Ella Edwards and gather tips from two Tassie sisters who turn outbuildings into extraordinary accommodation.

This time, we get to know some of the extraordinary women in Australia’s wool industry, plus we meet rodeo star Emily Collits and answer some of your most pressing questions in our Q&A column with The Outback Gardener.