Dale Parkes, founder of Unique Health Products joins Roz on todays episode. They delve into Dale's entrepreneurial journey in the health and wellness industry, discussing his early days as the Guarana Man and starting Organic Oasis, his experience as a retailer, and the founding of Kunara.

Dale highlights the family aspect of his business, with his children developing health products sold at White's IGA.

The conversation also touches on Dale's memorable encounter with President Obama and the significant role his company plays in the local community and the broader health market across Australia.

WHAT IS THE LOCAVORES?

Welcome to the Locavore podcast. This is the podcast where we dig deep into the stories behind the hundreds of locally sourced, artisan, bespoke and innovative products available to you at White's IGA on the Sunshine Coast.

BECOME A LOCAVORE

Our Sunshine Coast locavore program was officially launched in 2013 to showcase and highlight to our customers where their food and goodies come from, helping connect them to the families who create it.

Find out more: https://whitesgrocers.com.au/become-a-locavore/

FOLLOW WHITE'S IGA FOR MORE:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitesiga

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhitesIGA

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Stephen Tait, CEO of Maleny Dairies, shares his personal journey and the company's commitment to supporting local farmers.

Stephen discusses his move from Scotland to Australia, the cultural adjustments for his family, and their pride in their Scottish roots. He also talks about Maleny Dairies' partnership with Wattle Nest to support athletes and the company's focus on sustainability, family values, and community involvement.

The episode underscores the impact of Maleny Dairies on the local economy and its dedication to product innovation and consumer education to ensure the longevity of the local Dairy Industry.

WHAT IS THE LOCAVORES?

Welcome to the Locavore podcast. This is the podcast where we dig deep into the stories behind the hundreds of locally sourced, artisan, bespoke and innovative products available to you at White's IGA on the Sunshine Coast.

BECOME A LOCAVORE

Our Sunshine Coast locavore program was officially launched in 2013 to showcase and highlight to our customers where their food and goodies come from, helping connect them to the families who create it.

Find out more: https://whitesgrocers.com.au/become-a-locavore/

FOLLOW WHITE'S IGA FOR MORE:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitesiga

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhitesIGA

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This week, Roz talks with Antoinette Lloyd from Youturn about the organization's work in aiding the community with homelessness, mental health, child safety, and suicide prevention.

They discuss Youturn's rebranding and its innovative program expansions. Antoinette shares her personal connection to the cause through her own life challenges of losing a child & battling cancer. She also shares about her family's sports background, including her daughter's Olympic archery ambitions.

The episode highlights Youturn's commitment to community support and challenges the misconceptions surrounding homelessness and mental health.

WHAT IS THE LOCAVORES?

Welcome to the Locavore podcast. This is the podcast where we dig deep into the stories behind the hundreds of locally sourced, artisan, bespoke and innovative products available to you at White's IGA on the Sunshine Coast.

BECOME A LOCAVORE

Our Sunshine Coast locavore program was officially launched in 2013 to showcase and highlight to our customers where their food and goodies come from, helping connect them to the families who create it.

Find out more: https://whitesgrocers.com.au/become-a-locavore/

FOLLOW WHITE'S IGA FOR MORE:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitesiga

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhitesIGA

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.