In this episode, we speak with Duncan Waugh, a local farmer and business owner from Bowning, about the growing community concerns surrounding the proposed Bendinine Wind Factory -a project involving 90 wind turbines between Bowning and Binalong.

We unpack the controversial community meeting that drew over 200 people and sparked headlines across national media. Duncan shares firsthand insights into what many are calling the “worst example of community engagement ever seen,” and opens up about the emotional, environmental, and social toll of large-scale renewable projects on rural communities.

We also explore the mental health challenges farmers are facing, the issue of absentee landowners, and the environmental risks to native species like wedge-tailed eagles and little owls.

This is a heartfelt, honest conversation about the balance between progress and respect - and the importance of being heard.

In this episode, we speak with&nbsp;Duncan Waugh, a local farmer and business owner from Bowning, about the growing community concerns surrounding the proposed Bendinine Wind Factory - a project involving 90 wind turbines between Bowning and Binalong.
We unpack the controversial community meeting that drew over 200 people and sparked headlines across national media. Duncan shares firsthand insights into what many are calling the &ldquo;worst example of community engagement ever seen,&rdquo; and opens up about the emotional, environmental, and social toll of large-scale renewable projects on rural communities.
We also explore the mental health challenges farmers are facing, the issue of absentee landowners, and the environmental risks to native species like wedge-tailed eagles and little owls.
This is a heartfelt, honest conversation about the balance between progress and respect - and the importance of being heard.

Welcome to Wellness Valley! From the heart of Yass Valley, NSW, we share inspirational everyday stories that bring hope, wellbeing, and personal growth. Each episode explores how resilient communities in regional Australia navigate life’s challenges while weaving in holistic, spiritual, and healing practices.

Through real stories, honest conversations, and gentle guidance, you’ll discover insight and inspiration to support your wellbeing, enrich your daily life, and help you navigate the ups and downs of the journey with a full heart.

About the Host

Jo Shipley is a holistic wellness practitioner and community-minded advocate based in Yass, in the Southern Tablelands, NSW. She’s also the host of Wellness Valley on Yass FM 100.3, our local community radio station with a wide reach, sharing inspiring stories and practical guidance from the Yass Valley and regional Australia to support wellbeing, personal growth, and everyday living.

Excerpt from 'Wellness Valley' with Jo Shipley on Yass FM 100.3 - Yass Valley's community radio station. 
Listen to Wellness Valley live on Fridays 11am - 1pm online, on digital, on 100.3FM. 
Listen Live & Listen Again - www.yassfm.org

Welcome to Wellness Valley! From the heart of Yass Valley, NSW, we share inspirational everyday stories that bring hope, wellbeing, and personal growth. Each episode explores how resilient communities in regional Australia navigate life&rsquo;s challenges while weaving in holistic, spiritual, and healing practices.
Through real stories, honest conversations, and gentle guidance, you&rsquo;ll discover insight and inspiration to support your wellbeing, enrich your daily life, and help you navigate the ups and downs of the journey with a full heart.
About the Host
Jo Shipley is a holistic wellness practitioner and community-minded advocate based in Yass, in the Southern Tablelands, NSW. She&rsquo;s also the host of Wellness Valley on Yass FM 100.3, our local community radio station with a wide reach, sharing inspiring stories and practical guidance from the Yass Valley and regional Australia to support wellbeing, personal growth, and everyday living.
Excerpt from 'Wellness Valley' with Jo Shipley on Yass FM 100.3 - Yass Valley's community radio station.&nbsp;
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<li>Listen to Wellness Valley live on Fridays 11am - 1pm online, on digital, on 100.3FM.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Listen Live &amp; Listen Again - www.yassfm.org</li>
</ul>

Wellness Valley -  Find Hope, Wellbeing and Growth in Everyday Inspirational Stories

Wellness Valley - Podcast 

Welcome to Wellness Valley! From the heart of Yass Valley, NSW, we share inspirational everyday stories that bring hope, wellbeing, and personal growth. Each episode explores how resilient communities in regional Australia navigate life’s challenges while weaving in holistic, spiritual, and healing practices.

Through real stories, honest conversations, and gentle guidance, you’ll discover insight and inspiration to support your wellbeing, enrich your daily life, and help you navigate the ups and downs of the journey with a full heart.

About the Host

Jo Shipley is a holistic wellness practitioner and community-minded advocate based in Yass, in the Southern Tablelands, NSW. She’s also the host of Wellness Valley on Yass FM 100.3, our local community radio station with a wide reach, sharing inspiring stories and practical guidance from the Yass Valley and regional Australia to support wellbeing, personal growth, and everyday living.

Welcome to Wellness Valley! From the heart of Yass Valley, NSW, we share inspirational everyday stories that bring hope, wellbeing, and personal growth. Each episode explores how resilient communities in regional Australia navigate life&rsquo;s challenges while weaving in holistic, spiritual, and healing practices.
Through real stories, honest conversations, and gentle guidance, you&rsquo;ll discover insight and inspiration to support your wellbeing, enrich your daily life, and help you navigate the ups and downs of the journey with a full heart.
About the Host
Jo Shipley is a holistic wellness practitioner and community-minded advocate based in Yass, in the Southern Tablelands, NSW. She&rsquo;s also the host of Wellness Valley on Yass FM 100.3, our local community radio station with a wide reach, sharing inspiring stories and practical guidance from the Yass Valley and regional Australia to support wellbeing, personal growth, and everyday living.