Awards, Advocacy, and Authenticity – Maleny Dairies CEO Stephen Tait

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What does it take to turn a family-owned dairy into a regional powerhouse, beloved for its award-winning products and community-first ethos? In this episode, we sit down with Stephen Tait, CEO of Maleny Dairies, to explore the passion and purpose that fuel their success, from winning three consecutive Sunshine Coast Business Awards to launching a podcast amplifying farmers’ voices. 

Join us as Stephen shares how Maleny Dairies balances innovation with tradition, why paying farmers above industry average is non-negotiable, and the surprising ways they’re using their platform to advocate for the future of dairy. It’s a story of resilience, connection, and staying true to your roots while building a brighter, sustainable tomorrow.

About the Author /

john@inpublishing.com.au

After 35+ years in radio, John now runs our "Everyone Has a Story: Conversations from the Sunshine Coast and Noosa" podcast and in between delivering magazines, writing stories, being an event MC and running around for his son Maximus; he spends time with his first love, recording a daily Drive program for regional radio from home (often in his pyjamas). He has previously worked for the likes of FoxFM Melbourne and Triple M Brisbane and knows the region well as the former breakfast announcer on SeaFM, Saturday morning presenter on Hot 91.1 and as the Regional Content Manager and Program Presenter on ABC Sunshine Coast.

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