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Women Behind Wool

Women Behind Wool is a podcast about the women of the Australian Merino Wool Industry. Join your hosts Skye Manson and Lady Kate Knitwear's Penny Ashby as they introduce you to CEO's, researchers, TV ... Read more

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Innovation in wool fabrics with Woolmark's Julie Davies

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The women behind the Haddon Rig merino empire

Today we interview Sally and Olivia Falkiner from Haddon Rig merino stud near Warren in central west NSW. Sally met her ... Read more

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