Growing up on a cattle property 30 minutes outside Toowomba, Ella Baines was always drawn to horses, cattle work, and a whole lot of fun. Knowing Ella since High School, I watched her develop into a strong, confident, capable young woman with a tough shell but soft core.

Anna was born and raised on her ever-green cattle and sheep property, north of Armidale in locality called Black Mountain. Naturally a shy girl, Anna's up-north experience taught her to have the courage to step outside her comfort zone, something she will take into all aspects of her life.

With one foot in the city and one foot in the country for most of her childhood, Eilish always longed to be part of the 'country' scene. When she overcame her imposter syndrome she decided to venture out west to Clonclurry where her limits were tested and she was faced with the realities of the "unromanticised" bush life.