Around The Paddock

Welcome to this eleventh edition of my newsletter,
Around The Paddock!
I’m taking this opportunity to inform you of all that’s happening with me Warren Davies, The Unbreakable Farmer…

This edition includes:

• Our fresh produce is being impacted by widespread storms - see my interviews on Channel 7 news and remember to support Aussie farmers!

• Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast - I bring to you my latest episode with Tory Trewhitt, Exercise Physiologist. This is the
  first of a series of episodes focusing on health & providing you with
  tools to feel better!

• What’s coming up as I travel ‘Around The Paddock’ - introducing a new men’s program and where you can find me speaking soon.

• Some inspiring ‘Food for Fodder…’ - Reflecting on the profound impact I felt by attending a Bushfire Recovery meeting at the Sarsfield Recreation Reserve in Gippsland one year ago.

• ‘Your Corner Of The Paddock’ - Featuring guest blogger Claire Davis with anxiety exercises to boost your productivity. Be sure to send in your items for me to feature here…

Fresh produce doesn’t grow on supermarket shelves

The impact of widespread storms across Australia will have a massive impact on the availability of fresh produce. The crops that are salvageable are facing rejection. All because of stringent protocols set by the major supermarket chains.

Natural disasters come at enormous financial cost to the producer. They are facing estimated losses between 40 per cent and 100 per cent, leaving farmers with no income. High input prices, strict policy regulation, and low farm gate prices only add to the pain. Some producers have experienced multiple events, leaving them in a risky position.

The key message is to support Aussie farmers!!

Read the full article or scan the QR code below to find out what our producers are facing.

I am also proud to have been interviewed recently about this on
Channel 7. You can watch both clips on my 'In The Media' web page.

If the extreme weather events are affecting you
or those close to you
and you are seeking support
please refer to the Support Resources page on my website.
This includes phone numbers as well as useful resources to download.

Welcome to the first in a series of episodes focusing on health & tools to feel better!

My first guest in this series, Tory Trewhitt, is one of Melbourne’s most respected Exercise Physiologists

In this conversation, Tory shares his journey from the health and fitness industry to hospitality and back again. He discusses the importance of practicing what you preach and staying in your lane.

Tory emphasises the need for personal health accountability and setting boundaries to avoid burnout. He highlights the link between physical and mental health and the benefits of exercise.

Tory also provides simple tips and strategies for incorporating exercise and nutrition into daily life. He also shares his goal of making an impact on men's health and the importance of finding a mentor.

Scan the QR code to listen

If you have missed any of the
Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast I host be sure to check out
all 15 episodes at
www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au
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All of the episodes are available too in Spotify

Launching my new Men’s Program and where you can find me next…

I am proud to bring you my new
Men’s Program for 2024!

1 in 2 men will experience a mental health disorder in their lifetime. Men also account for 3 in 4 suicides, the leading cause of death for males under the age of 55.

More needs to happen so as we talk about the issues impacting men! This is why I am launching this year a Men’s Program. This covers topics including:

• Men's mental health 

• Habits for healthy men

• Learn to ask RU OK - you may save a mate's life

• Male-friendly services

• Building men's health literacy

Please contact me to discuss this further and find out more about how I can bring this to your community.

Let me help men start the conversation with their father, brother, work colleagues and mates about their health -
their physical, mental and emotional health.

Please also contact me if you would like to book
a speaking gig or workshop.
Below are the dates and locations for where
you can find me next…

• 7 February - Murray Dairy/Gunnawarra Shire Farmer Event, Cohuna, Victoria

• 8 February - Living Livestock Conference, Lambert Estate Wines, Angaston, South Australia

• 12 February - Mecwacare Aged Care Services Victoria, Ballan, Victoria

• 15 February - Moira Shire Community Event, Tungamah Netball Club, Tungamah, Victoria

• 26 February - Australian Rural Leadership Foundation Changemaker Presentation, Shoalhaven, New South Wales

• 28 February - Moira Shire Community Event, Picola United Football Club, Picola, Victoria

• 29 February - Moira Shire Community Event, Katamatite Football Club, Katamatite, Victoria

Reflecting on how one year ago I attended a Bushfire Recovery meeting at the Sarsfield Recreation Reserve in Gippsland that left a profound impact on me.

Community members bravely shared their emotional stories of courage, loss, sadness, and hope.

The meeting highlighted many issues, including disconnection from the community through displacement, the access to information and services, and the clean-up process.

See the full article and find out what for me stood out most
about this event...

OR Scan The QR Code below to reach the full article…

Thank you to guest blogger Claire Davis for providing
5 anxiety exercises to boost your productivity

or scan the QR code