As a natural health practitioner, or ‘emotional health coach’, Theresa taps into this personal experience to help others going through change. She understands that transitions involve a grieving process and has seen how important it is to be adaptable and to step outside your comfort zone when assimilating to a new environment. Continue reading Theresa Commadeur on Dealing With Change
Sandra Lording, police officer turned photographer, moved to Mansfield two years ago. For the first eighteen months, she was ready to return to Melbourne, but thanks to connections made through work and helpful locals, she settled. She now works for the Mansfield Courier and is growing her photography business. She’s been kind enough to share … Continue reading Sandra Lording, Mansfield Photographer
Greg moved to Mansfield over a year ago and when asked about his tree change, he quotes Edith Piaf, non je ne regrette rien. Continue reading Greg Romanes on Tree Change, Foster Care and Mansfield’s Next Gold Rush
New Zealander Kelli Virtanen, or Kelli Vee as she is known professionally, moved to Mansfield 20 years ago and has been here ever since. In that time, besides riding the highs and lows of parenting, she has studied extensively in the wellness field and established an international business. If you have ever wondered what a healer does and how she spends her days, read on … Continue reading Kelli Virtanen, Mansfield Mother, Wellness Coach, Author
Eve is a poster child for creating a flexible workplace. She juggles two kids and her own legal practice, while her husband manages a construction business. In part, this is achievable by living in Mansfield, where the commute times are low and the lifestyle is more relaxed than in the city. Continue reading Eve Foster, Mansfield Lawyer
The concept of downsizing appeals to many people, but it’s difficult to find a property that meets your entire wish list. Amelia had almost given up the idea of moving when her husband spotted a house in Mansfield. It was love at first sight. A year later, Amelia is settled in her forever home enjoying … Continue reading Amelia Turner and the Little Farm in Mansfield
Alice works for Progressive Equine Services, a mobile business looking after horses in the Mansfield District. With a life-long love of the outdoors, she has also done stints as a jillaroo and at a Canadian ski school. Read on to hear more about Alice’s journey to become a country vet. Did you grow up in … Continue reading Alice Nixon, From Jillaroo to Mansfield Vet
Jennifer moved to Mansfield eight months ago. She fell in love with the town at first sight and is already active in the community. Read on to hear her tips for a successful transition to country life. Tell us a bit about your life before Mansfield. I lived in Montrose at the base of the … Continue reading Jennifer Harrold’s Mansfield Tree Change
As you may know, Barto and have a country escape near Mansfield. Barto is in big-kid heaven there with grown-up Tonka toys such as a tractor, ride-on mower and log splitter, while I’ve become chief gardener. The previous owners planted a garden across the length of the house with 45 roses. Last autumn and winter, … Continue reading The Case of the Mysterious Rose Saboteur
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