Photographer Andrew Chapman shares his journey through rural Australia, especially his stunning documentation of the country's disappearing woolsheds and the hard-working shearers within them.

Some highlights:
Andrew Chapman's first encounters with shearing sheds
The dramatic light and composition in rural photography
The importance of honesty in photography
Capturing the storm at Weja and the power of nature
Portrait of the drover's wife and rural life
Andrew Chapman's rural roots and early influences
Documenting the disappearing sheds and rural heritage
Andrew Chapman's health journey and transplant experience
Future projects and the legacy of Andrew Chapman

Photographer Andrew Chapman shares his journey through rural Australia, especially his stunning documentation of the country's disappearing woolsheds and the hard-working shearers within them.
Some highlights:
<ul>
<li>Andrew Chapman's first encounters with shearing sheds</li>
<li>The dramatic light and composition in rural photography</li>
<li>The importance of honesty in photography</li>
<li>Capturing the storm at Weja and the power of nature</li>
<li>Portrait of the drover's wife and rural life</li>
<li>Andrew Chapman's rural roots and early influences</li>
<li>Documenting the disappearing sheds and rural heritage</li>
<li>Andrew Chapman's health journey and transplant experience</li>
<li>Future projects and the legacy of Andrew Chapman</li>
</ul>

R.M.Williams OUTBACK reangles its authentic, experienced lens on rural and regional Australia into the audio space. The hugely successful OUTBACK magazine has been published for 25 years and knows the Australian bush like nobody else. This podcast is inspired by the informative writing and spectacular photography in the magazine but is not limited to this content. Explore Australian news, events, stations, nature, art, people, history, gear, tracks, travel, pubs, towns and much more.

R.M.Williams OUTBACK reangles its authentic, experienced lens on rural and regional Australia into the audio space. The hugely successful OUTBACK magazine has been published for 25 years and knows the Australian bush like nobody else. This podcast is inspired by the informative writing and spectacular photography in the magazine but is not limited to this content. Explore Australian news, events, stations, nature, art, people, history, gear, tracks, travel, pubs, towns and much more.

R.M.Williams OUTBACK

From the great woolsheds to life-saving organ transplants and a lot in between: documentary photographer Andrew Chapman

This is the story of Angela Teale's journey from a childhood fascination with space in Iowa, USA, to becoming a leading aerospace engineer in Australia As the 2026 Western Australian Rural Woman of the Year, she emphasises the importance of community support in her achievements and advocates for the potential of rural areas in the global space industry. Her experiences in the Air Force, her role in significant projects like the Square Kilometre Array, and her commitment to empowering the next generation in STEM highlight her multifaceted career.

Key takeaways:
Angela Teale's journey showcases the intersection of aerospace engineering and community impact.
The award she received is seen as a reflection of her community's efforts.
Angela emphasises the importance of local talent in rural areas.
Her background in the Air Force laid the foundation for her career.
Skydiving became a significant passion that connected her with her husband.
The Square Kilometre Array project represents a major milestone in her career.
Angela's work aims to inspire the next generation of women in STEM.
She believes in the potential of the Australian space industry to innovate.
Community support plays a crucial role in her professional journey.
Angela's story highlights the importance of transferable skills in the space industry.

This is the story of Angela Teale's journey from a childhood fascination with space in Iowa, USA, to becoming a leading aerospace engineer in Australia As the 2026 Western Australian Rural Woman of the Year, she emphasises the importance of community support in her achievements and advocates for the potential of rural areas in the global space industry. Her experiences in the Air Force, her role in significant projects like the Square Kilometre Array, and her commitment to empowering the next generation in STEM highlight her multifaceted career.
Key takeaways:
<ul>
<li>Angela Teale's journey showcases the intersection of aerospace engineering and community impact.</li>
<li>The award she received is seen as a reflection of her community's efforts.</li>
<li>Angela emphasises the importance of local talent in rural areas.</li>
<li>Her background in the Air Force laid the foundation for her career.</li>
<li>Skydiving became a significant passion that connected her with her husband.</li>
<li>The Square Kilometre Array project represents a major milestone in her career.</li>
<li>Angela's work aims to inspire the next generation of women in STEM.</li>
<li>She believes in the potential of the Australian space industry to innovate.</li>
<li>Community support plays a crucial role in her professional journey.</li>
<li>Angela's story highlights the importance of transferable skills in the space industry.</li>
</ul>

Reaching for the stars: aerospace engineer Angela Teale

Jill Colwell shares her incredible journey participating in the 1988 Great Australian Camel Race, her experiences with camels, and the lessons learned from this extraordinary adventure. Discover the challenges, triumphs, and the historical significance of this unique event, as Jill's children's book about this incredible event is released to a new generation.

Some highlights:
Jill Colwell’s training and relationship with Tiki the Camel
Challenges faced during the race: terrain, weather, health issues
The role of camels in Australian history and their adaptation
Lessons learned about perseverance, teamwork, and luck

Jill Colwell shares her incredible journey participating in the 1988 Great Australian Camel Race, her experiences with camels, and the lessons learned from this extraordinary adventure. Discover the challenges, triumphs, and the historical significance of this unique event, as Jill's children's&nbsp;book about this incredible event is released to a new generation.
Some highlights:
<ul>
<li>Jill Colwell&rsquo;s training and relationship with Tiki the Camel</li>
<li>Challenges faced during the race: terrain, weather, health issues</li>
<li>The role of camels in Australian history and their adaptation</li>
<li>Lessons learned about perseverance, teamwork, and luck</li>
</ul>

Tiki and Jill and the Great Australian Camel Race

Bryce Cam is steering change from the helm of his family’s business, Camm Agricultrual Group, in southern Queensland. Bryce is a new breed of cattleman and he is raising the tenor of his industry, both literally and figuratively.

He shares his insights on the future of Australian agriculture, the importance of education, and innovative ways to promote the beef industry. Discover how leadership, community involvement, and strategic diversification are shaping the industry’s success.

Bryce Cam is steering change from the helm of his family&rsquo;s business,&nbsp;<a href="https://cammgroup.com.au/">Camm Agricultrual Group</a>, in southern Queensland. Bryce is a new breed of cattleman and he is raising the tenor of his industry, both literally and figuratively.
He shares his insights on the future of Australian agriculture, the importance of education, and innovative ways to promote the beef industry. Discover how leadership, community involvement, and strategic diversification are shaping the industry&rsquo;s success.

From the great woolsheds to life-saving organ transplants and a lot in between: documentary photographer Andrew Chapman

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