Women Who Move

In this episode, we sit down with Angie Bell to talk about growing up with humble beginnings, losing her mum at a young age, finding her way through music, reinventing herself later in life and ultimately finding herself in federal Parliament.

Angie's journey has taken her through some very different chapters — from becoming a professional saxophonist and travelling the world, to business, returning to study as a mature-aged student, volunteering in politics and eventually representing the Gold Coast in Canberra.

We chat about the women who shaped Angie, the importance of having people who believe in you, and how her early experiences taught her to work hard, keep trying and make the most of the opportunities in front of you.

Angie also opens up about going back to study at 40, stepping outside her comfort zone and deciding she wanted a different career by the time she was 50. We talk about why it's never too late to change direction, why failure is part of winning, and how being underestimated can sometimes become your superpower.

We also talk about Angie's passion for women and young people — why more women need to put their hands up, why representation matters, and the importance of giving young people a voice and a seat at the table.

What we cover:

Growing up in Adelaide and Angie's humble beginnings

The strong women who influenced her throughout her life

Losing her mum in her 20s and navigating life without her

How music changed the direction of Angie's life

Travelling the world as a professional saxophonist

Why Angie decided to reinvent herself at 40

Returning to study as a mature-aged student

Why stepping outside your comfort zone helps you grow

Angie's unexpected path into politics

Why being underestimated can sometimes be a superpower

Why failure is part of winning

The importance of women putting their hands up and getting involved

Angie's work with young people and the Gold Coast Youth Impact Summit

Why opportunity can completely change a young person's life

How Angie stays grounded through family, exercise and the ocean

Her advice for women thinking about changing direction later in life

What Angie would tell her younger self

What it means to be a woman who moves

Angie's story is a reminder that your life doesn't have to follow one plan. You can change direction, learn something new, start again and take everything you've learned from one chapter into the next.

Her message is simple: have a go, keep trying and don't be afraid to lean in — because you never know where that next opportunity might take you.

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What started as a little passion project has grown into something so much bigger than the three of us could have imagined.

In this special episode, Katrina, Holly and Penelope sit down together to look back on the first 12 months of Women Who Move — the women we’ve met, the stories that have stayed with us, what we’ve learned and what’s coming next.

In this episode, we chat about:

• Celebrating 12 months of Women Who Move and how it all began

• The biggest lessons we’ve taken from the incredible women we’ve interviewed

• The vulnerability, challenges and behind-the-scenes stories that don’t always make it to social media

• Our favourite episodes and the guests who have left a lasting impression on us

• The women we’d love to have on the podcast one day

• Some of our favourite behind-the-scenes moments (including a few things that definitely didn’t go to plan!)

• How Women Who Move has helped us grow personally, professionally and as interviewers

• What we’ve learned about self-doubt, changing direction, finding your path and simply figuring it out as you go

• What the next 12 months could look like, including some very exciting guests and new ideas

• And, of course, a big thank you to every woman who has shared her story with us and every person who has listened, shared, messaged or supported Women Who Move along the way

12 months in, and we really do feel like we’re only just getting started.

Thank you for being part of it. Here’s to the next chapter of Women Who Move.

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In this episode, we sit down with Jackie Brown to talk about confidence, courage, resilience and what it really means to back yourself when life doesn’t go to plan.

Jackie has had an incredible career — from representing Australia in elite basketball and playing professionally overseas, to becoming a firefighter with Queensland Fire Department and now coaching and mentoring others to perform under pressure.

We chat about the lessons Jackie has taken from each chapter of her life, including what sport taught her about teamwork, leadership and resilience, why she believes courage often comes before confidence, and how she has learned to keep moving forward by asking herself one simple question: “What’s next?”

Jackie also opens up about the moments that have challenged her, making the difficult decision to walk away from basketball, dealing with self-doubt and imposter syndrome, and why knowing your values and being willing to stand by them can be one of the hardest — but most important — things we do.

What we cover:

• Jackie’s journey from elite basketball to professional sport and firefighting
• The women and experiences that shaped who Jackie is today
• What elite sport taught her about pressure, resilience and leadership
• Why courage can come before confidence
• How Jackie approaches difficult situations and asks, “What’s next?”
• Walking away from something she loved when her values were challenged
• Dealing with self-doubt and imposter syndrome, even after achieving so much
• Why women don’t need to compete with each other to succeed
• The importance of vulnerability, connection and having the right people around you
• How confidence can be built through action rather than waiting to feel ready
• What Jackie has learned from firefighting about staying calm under pressure
• Her advice for women who are doubting themselves or feeling stuck
• The importance of knowing your values and backing yourself

Jackie’s story is a reminder that confidence doesn’t always come from feeling certain or having all the answers. Sometimes it comes from taking the next step, trusting yourself, knowing what matters to you and being brave enough to ask, “What’s next?”

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In this episode, we sit down with Paige Johnson, founder of Move HQ, to talk about building a wellness community that goes far beyond a traditional gym.

Paige shares how her background in mental health, community services, drug and alcohol support, and suicide prevention shaped the way she approaches movement, fitness and connection. What started as an idea more than 10 years before opening has grown into one of the Gold Coast’s most loved wellness spaces.

We chat about creating a gym environment that feels safe, supportive and non-intimidating, where people can move for their mental health, confidence, strength, connection and overall wellbeing — not just aesthetics.

Paige also opens up about the realities of business, motherhood, resilience, taking risks, listening to feedback and what it has looked like to grow Move HQ while raising three young kids.

What we cover:

• Paige’s background in mental health and community services
• How movement became a tool for connection, confidence and wellbeing
• Why Move HQ was created to feel different from a traditional gym
• Building a community where members feel seen, supported and known
• The importance of creating a neutral space around fitness and body image
• How Paige balances business, motherhood and family life
• Why feedback has played such a big role in the growth of Move HQ
• The reality of taking risks as a business owner
• Expanding Move HQ into a second location in Nerang
• Teaching kids that movement is about health, strength and feeling good

Paige’s story is a reminder that fitness can be so much more than what we look like. It can be a place to feel stronger, more connected, more supported and more like yourself.

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In this episode, we sit down with Emily Hugo, co-founder of UE Bagels, to talk about building one of the Gold Coast’s most loved food businesses from the ground up.

Emily shares how a love for bagels, travel, food and community turned into a business that started in a food truck during Covid and grew into multiple locations across the Gold Coast.

We chat about the early days of taking a risk, investing their house deposit into the business, navigating the challenges of hospitality, and staying true to a simple but strong product.

Emily also opens up about building a team culture that customers can feel the moment they walk in, why community connection matters so much, and how great customer service has become one of the biggest parts of the UE Bagels experience.

What we cover:

• How Emily and Mitch discovered their love for bagels while living overseas
• Starting UE Bagels from a food truck during Covid
• Why staying simple and doing one thing well helped the business grow
• The challenges of running a hospitality business behind the scenes
• Building a strong team culture through personality-first hiring
• Why community connection is at the heart of the brand
• The importance of taking educated risks in business
• How past experience in sales and customer service shaped Emily’s leadership
• Emily’s advice for women wanting to turn a passion project into something real
• What success looks like now and what’s next for UE Bagels

Emily’s story is a reminder that business growth doesn’t happen overnight, but with the right mix of passion, risk, resilience and community, you can build something people truly connect with.

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In this episode of Women Who Move, we sit down with Vanessa, founder and creative director of Cleo Harper, one of the Gold Coast’s most loved fashion and activewear brands.

Vanessa shares how Cleo Harper grew from a self-funded idea into a global brand, and how her background in dance, costume design and teaching helped shape the feminine, functional style the brand is known for today.

We talk about building a business quietly, trusting your product, listening to your customers, and creating pieces that fit into women’s real lives. Vanessa also opens up about motherhood, leadership, protecting her energy, and how family, faith and purpose keep her grounded.

What We Cover:

• Vanessa’s early work ethic and business mindset
• How her dance background influenced Cleo Harper
• Building a brand with softness, femininity and function
• Creating pieces women can wear in everyday life
• Growing the business while raising a family
• The power of building quietly and backing your product
• Leading a small, self-sufficient team
• The importance of faith, family and staying grounded

This is a beautiful conversation about creativity, consistency, motherhood and building a brand that helps women feel confident, comfortable and seen.

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In this episode of Women Who Move, Katrina sat down with Mia Behlau, a respected Gold Coast legal practitioner, commercial litigator, mother, mentor and community advocate.

Mia shares her journey from growing up on the Gold Coast as one girl with three brothers, to building a powerful career in law while raising a family and supporting the next generation of women in leadership.

This conversation goes into the reality of being a young woman in a demanding profession, including Mia’s experience of returning to work just days after having her first baby and even taking him into court with her because she had no other choice.

We also talk about leadership, motherhood, mentoring young lawyers, community service and the importance of leading with both strength and softness. Mia opens up about the fear of starting her own business, the support of her husband, and the people and values that shaped the woman she is today.

What We Cover

• Mia’s upbringing on the Gold Coast
• What it was like entering the legal profession as a young woman
• Taking her newborn baby into court while completing her legal training
• The difference between strength and hardness in leadership
• Mentoring young lawyers and lifting others as she climbs
• How motherhood shaped Mia as a woman and leader
• Giving back through community boards and advocacy
• The fear and courage behind starting her own business
• The importance of having a supportive partner
• Why Mia values smart, compassionate women who challenge and inspire her

This is a powerful conversation about resilience, leadership, motherhood and what it really means to create space for other women to rise.

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In this episode of Women Who Move, we sit down with Hayley Van de Ven, CEO and business owner behind multiple RE/MAX offices, leading a team of over 100 people and recognised as one of Australia’s most influential women in property.

But Hayley’s story didn’t start at the top.

After moving to Australia at 17, she began her real estate career on reception before quickly finding her way into sales. What followed was a journey built on resilience, big risks, hard lessons, and the courage to keep backing herself, even when the decisions felt terrifying.

In this conversation, Hayley opens up about buying her first business, the reality of growing multiple offices, the fear that comes with taking on serious debt, and the powerful advice from her dad that helped reframe risk: what’s the worst that can happen?

We also dive into leadership, building a people-first culture, supporting high-performing agents, learning from financial mistakes, and why more women need to stop playing small and go all in.

What we cover:

• How Hayley went from reception to real estate sales
• The mindset shift that helped her buy and grow multiple offices
• Why female business owners often carry a different level of pressure
• The biggest financial lesson she learned early in business
• How she leads and supports a team of over 100 people
• Why culture starts with genuinely caring about your people
• The importance of having a strong “girl gang” around you
• Her advice for women who are ready to level up in business

This episode is a reminder that you don’t need a perfect plan to build something big. You need the courage to start, the resilience to keep going, and the belief that bigger is always possible.

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In this episode of Women Who Move, we sit down with Michele Hayton, mortgage broker and owner of MCH Financial Services, to break down what’s really happening in the property market and what it actually takes to get your foot in the door.

Michele shares her journey from real estate into finance, combining her love for property and people to help clients navigate what can often feel like an overwhelming and confusing process. With over a decade in the industry, she brings a grounded, practical perspective on lending, money and long-term wealth.

But this conversation goes beyond just numbers.

We unpack the biggest misconceptions around buying property, including the belief that you need a 20% deposit, and explore the strategies, grants and opportunities that many people simply aren’t aware of. Michele also shares what she wishes she knew earlier in her career, and how the landscape is shifting, especially for women who are now taking more control of their finances and investing earlier.

This conversation dives into:

• The biggest mistakes people make when saving for a home
• First home buyer grants, 5% deposit schemes and hidden opportunities
• How women are approaching money, lending and investing differently in 2026
• The power of reverse engineering your property goal
• Common fears and questions first home buyers face
• Smart strategies like rentvesting, guarantors and property share
• Whether younger generations can still afford to enter the market

This episode is a reminder that reinvention isn’t always polished sometimes it’s forged in the hardest seasons, and that’s exactly where growth begins.

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr Tina Fleming, co-founder of Grace Private, to explore her journey into women’s health and the vision behind building one of the Gold Coast’s most innovative healthcare clinics. Tina shares how a passion for patient-centred care led her and her co-founders to create a space where women feel truly seen, supported and holistically cared for.

We dive into the realities of building a medical business, leading a large all-female team, and balancing career, motherhood and personal life. Tina also shares powerful insights around fertility preservation, family planning and the evolving options available to women today.

This is an honest conversation about leadership, medicine, motherhood and creating environments where women can thrive both professionally and personally.

In this episode we discuss:

• Dr Tina Fleming’s journey into women’s health
• The vision behind building Grace Private on the Gold Coast
• Why patient-centred care should always come before profit
• Leading and managing a large female team
• The realities of balancing career, business and motherhood
• Why “work life balance” isn’t always what people think
• Fertility preservation and egg freezing for modern women
• Advice for women building careers while planning a family

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