192: Steph Wurst had three young children when they lost everything in the Black Summer Fires

Stephanie Wurst was born and raised in the city, and unexpectedly met a farmer on the dancefloor, and soon found herself moving to Kangaroo Island! Steph and her husband Tom went on to have three kids where she had to adapt quickly to the realities of living remotely with limited services. She was flown off the island to have her first baby, and nearly lost her second child during labour. But after all that, as a mum of three, Steph thrived- she loved motherhood, and she grew to adore life on the land. But on January 3rd 2020, Steph and her family lost everything in the Black Summer Fires... their home, most of their farm, and half their livestock.  Steph's story is one of heartache, but it's also about rebuilding and the silver linings that can come from unimaginable loss.  Steph also has some important advice to share when it comes to preparing for bushfire season. <br/><br/>Grab your tickets to Motherland's National Conference which will be held in Launceston, Tasmania on March 1st & March 2nd 2024. With epic speakers including Giaan Rooney, Maggie Dent & Sam Bloom you don't want to miss Australia's biggest rural mother's group! BOOK NOWhttps://www.instagram.com/motherlandaustralia