Local mastermind behind the Fleurieu App and, as of the beginning of 2024, owner and editor of the Fleurieu-based Coast Lines magazine, Susie Williams, has been selected as a finalist for the AgriFutures 2024 Rural Women’s Award.

The AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award is Australia’s premier recognition of the vital contributions women make to rural industries, businesses, and communities.

Joining Susie as South Australian finalists are Nikki Atkinson from the Flinders Ranges, renowned for her exquisite luxury wedding gowns crafted from Merino wool, and Suzie Evans from Mantung, a passionate advocate for suicide prevention.

For Susie, being named a finalist for this prestigious award is an incredible honour.

Susie will compete for a $15,000 Westpac grant to further support her business. Additionally, the winner will gain access to professional development opportunities and exclusive alumni networks.

Entrepreneur Susie Williams seamlessly merged her dedication to fostering community connections in rural areas with her technical acumen to develop the Fleurieu App—an online platform offering local news and celebrating the region's achievements, businesses, events, and landmarks at no cost.

Since its launch in August 2019, Susie's Fleurieu App has served as a vital hub of connection and support for the Fleurieu community.

"It's paramount to have a centralized point of contact for rural communities and a freely accessible news platform," Susie emphasized.

"I'm immensely proud to be recognized as an SA finalist for the AgriFutures 2024 Rural Women’s Award. Creating a free platform to unite my community and bolster local businesses stems from my deep passion for rural living. It's truly humbling to see this dedication acknowledged in such a meaningful way."

The South Australian winner will be announced on March 26 and will represent the state at the national AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award Gala Dinner in Canberra later this year. The national winner will receive an additional $20,000 Westpac grant, while the national runner-up will be awarded a $15,000 grant.

Should she secure the award, Susie expressed her desire to invest in a new laptop for her various media ventures and expressed enthusiasm for extending similar apps to other regions in South Australia.

Find out more:

www.fleurieuapp.com.au    www.coastlines.com.au