Visit the sheep pavilion at any local show around Australia and there’s a fair chance the punters know Kristen Frost (nee Williams) of Thalabah Stud at Laggan on the NSW southern tablelands. If it’s not for her work re-birthing the family’s stud operation, then chances are they’ve read her articles as the national sheep and wool writer in the The Land newspaper.

“I’m a fifth generation woolgrower and a first generation national sheep and wool writer,” says Kristen with a smile. Each is of equal importance to her and they complement each other in a rare way. “It’s what makes my life a bit special ... Being a writer really, really helps me understand my business.”