Greater Springfield Business Connect

We’re kicking off the 2025 GSBC Awards Series with a double win!

This week, Matt Taylor-Farrington sits down with Jo Steel, founder of Farfalla Interiors & Events, who walked away with both the Members’ Choice Award and the prestigious President’s Award at this year’s Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.

Jo shares her emotional reaction to hearing her name called twi...

In this episode of the Greater Springfield Business Connect Podcast, Matt Taylor-Farrington chats with Neil Coupland, Principal of First National Real Estate Springfield and one of the original pioneers of the local property market.

Neil takes us back to 1999, when he opened the very first real estate office in Greater Springfield, and reflects on the remarkable growth and transformation he’s witnessed a...

In this episode of the Greater Springfield Business Connect Podcast, Matt Taylor-Farrington sits down with Wahied Kannemeyer, founder of Ignite Fitouts, to talk about transforming commercial spaces into environments that are not only functional, but genuinely inspiring. With more than 25 years of experience behind him, Wahied shares what sparked his passion for workplace design and how Ignite has built a reputation ba...

In this episode of the Greater Springfield Business Connect Podcast, Matt Taylor-Farrington sits down with the high-energy, no-nonsense force that is Loz Antonenko from Loz Life. Loz unpacks the motivation behind her boldly titled new book Get the F*** Unstuck, and how she turned years of life challenges, trauma, and hustle into a blueprint for real, lasting transformation. With a background in coaching, science-backed strategies, ...

In this episode of the Greater Springfield Business Connect Podcast, Matt Taylor-Farrington welcomes Jomar Nieva from the Philippines-Australia Multicultural Association (PAMA) to discuss one of the region’s most loved events: SpringFest.

With SpringFest 2025 set to be the biggest yet featuring traditional dance, live music, food stalls, and a multicultural dance party, Jomar takes us behind the scenes o...

In this episode of the Greater Springfield Business Connect Podcast, Matt Taylor-Farrington speaks with Dolores Goodey, founder of Aspirations United, about her remarkable journey from chef and teacher to life and mindset coach. Through programs like Reconnect to Your Goddess Within and Rapid Results, Dolores empowers clients to reclaim their confidence, clarity, and inner strength. Whether you’re navigating change, seeking purpose...

In this episode of the GSBC Podcast, Matt Taylor-Farrington sits down with Jo Steel, founder of Farfalla Interiors and Events, to explore how thoughtful design can transform not just spaces — but experiences.

Jo shares her journey from a lifelong love of design to launching a business that blends interior styling with event curation, offering clients a deeply personal and tailored approach. Whether it’s ...

In this episode of the Greater Springfield Business Connect Podcast, Matt Taylor-Farrington is joined by Councillor Pye Augustine to explore how the Ipswich City Council is shaping Greater Springfield into a thriving hub for small and micro businesses.

Councillor Augustine shares insights into the region’s economic landscape and unpacks the council’s Economic Development Strategy 2023–2027, centred around People, Place, Prosperity,...

In this episode of the Greater Springfield Business Connect Podcast, Matthew Taylor-Farrington speaks with Iain White from White Internet Consulting about the evolving tech landscape and the critical role of digital transformation for small to medium businesses.

With deep expertise as a virtual CTO and digital strategist, Iain shares how his consultancy helps businesses streamline operations, improve IT ...

In this episode of the GSBC, host Matthew Taylor-Farrington is joined by Hue Kedge, founder of Branding Profiles, to explore the intersection of photography, marketing, and authentic brand storytelling. With a strong background in business and marketing, Hue shares how Branding Profiles helps clients stand out through powerful, engaging, and deeply personal visual branding. From headshots to full-scale branding sessions, she discus...

In this episode of the Greater Springfield Business Connect Podcast, host Matt Taylor-Farrington chats with Samuel Pitts from Rising Sun Martial Arts. We explore how Rising Sun engages with the Greater Springfield community, empowers students through self-defence, and creates safe, inclusive spaces for growth. Plus, Samuel shares inspiring stories of transformation through martial arts and his exciting vision for the future of the ...

In this episode of the Greater Springfield Business Connect Podcast, host Matt Taylor-Farrington welcomes Roger Cameron, founder of Safer Business Growth. With more than 30 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and business strategy, Roger brings a wealth of insight into what truly drives long-term business success.

With experience across a wide range of industries, Roger discusses how he tailors strategies for different sec...

In this episode of the Greater Springfield Business Connect Podcast, Matt Taylor-Farrington sits down with Amanda Waschevski, the creative force behind Waschevski Portraits. Known for her elegant blend of legacy portraiture and editorial storytelling, Amanda shares the heartfelt journey that led her to photography.

From her unique client process to building trust during vulnerable shoots, Amanda opens up...

In this week’s episode of the GSBC Podcast, Martin Shaw from Wounded Heroes Australia joins us to share the impactful work his organisation does to support current and ex-serving ADF veterans and their families. From crisis support services to addressing housing instability and connecting veterans with mental health resources, Martin provides a heartfelt insight into the challenges veterans face and the ways Wounded Heroes Australi...

In this episode, we chat with Amanda Jane Vidal, the creative force behind Jane’s Handcrafts and Gifts. Amanda shares the story of what inspired her to start her business, her dedication to supporting local artisans, and the impact of her partnership with the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. Discover how Amanda’s business philosophy prioritises community and collaboration, her strategies for navigating the highs and lows of...

In this inspiring episode, we chat with Hue Kedge and Marie Ferguson, the passionate founders behind Creative Hearts Co. Discover how this pop-up art gallery and creativity hub is sparking innovation, showcasing diverse local talent, and empowering the next generation of young artists.

You can visit the gallery today at Orion Springfield Central until 9th January 2025 to experience the magic of creativit...

In this week’s episode of the GSBC Podcast, we’re joined by Martin von Stein from BizGuard, the IT superheroes for small businesses. Discover how BizGuard tackles tech gremlins, ninja-proofs business systems against cyber-attacks, and helps you avoid the dreaded “Why won’t my printer connect?” moments. Martin also shares practical tips to minimise cyber-security risks and explains how BizGuard handles the fallout when...

In this episode, we dive deep into the legal landscape with Rebekah Sanfuentes, director at McNamara Law. Rebekah shares her inspiring journey into law and the path that led her to leadership. We’ll uncover her specialised areas, learn why having a professionally drafted Will is crucial, and explore additional legal documents everyone should consider. Plus, she shares real-life cases that underscore the importance of ...

In this final episode of our special Marquee Business Awards series, host Matt Taylor-Farrington, fresh off winning the Media and IT Award for Purple Bunny Marketing, takes on a dual role as both host and guest! Matt is joined by Paula Rizqallah from P&L Accountants, whose business won the Professional Services Award. Together, they discuss the keys to delivering exceptional service, how winning these awards will ...