"From a young age we learn to love being told a great story. Stories create deep emotional connections and they start conversations. We are committed to visually telling stories that will transport and touch people, inspire, educate and engage and provoke an emotional response."
The first story features nine-year-old Lucy O'Reilly, and was released today to coincide with the Dairy Women's Network's new website launch.
O'Reilly prefers the latest dairy farming catalogues to children's books, has her own herd, and loves nothing more than helping out on the farm near Tirau in the Waikato.
Watch Lucy's story below:
"We all just fell in love with Lucy," Benton said.
"Her story is real, authentic and is from the heart. We sent some early footage to Seven Sharp that resulted in Hilary Barry coming down to the O'Reilly's farm to spend a morning with Lucy for her Hilary Helps segment. That ended up being the story of the week for the show."
Benton said each story will have a different and unique angle that will make it special.
"We want to showcase all the differing elements of the agri-industry in New Zealand, and how women are making a substantial difference to the success of dairy businesses that contribute to a better New Zealand; there are some amazing stories we can't wait to show."
"The Dairy Women's Network is driven and inspired by people who are actively involved in the agri industry at all levels. By celebrating news, achievements and shared experiences, our members and wider rural communities are empowered to strive for more."
