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Familiar face steps aside from Farmers' Market

Sun, 25 Aug 2013 09:48:00

The Sunraysia Farmers’ Market’s long-serving market manager is handing the reins to a new leader.

Sue Pull has guided the market through some of the biggest transitions in its history, but is stepping aside from the role after four years.
“It’s been the most fabulous, fulfilling role and I’ve loved every minute, but now is the ideal time to get someone on board who has fresh ideas for the medium and long-term,” Sue said.
“The market has gone from strength to strength since moving to the riverfront, but there are some really exciting times ahead and we need someone to step forward who can take it to the next level.”
Sue said the inclusion of the Sunraysia Farmers’ Market in the plans for the Mildura Riverfront Development was a major advancement for the organisation.
“It’s a welcome recognition of all our hard work over many years and a reflection of the market’s ongoing role and importance in connecting our community with the riverfront,” she said.
“There are so many opportunities that are presenting themselves in terms of developing the market going forward – what we need is someone who is going to take some of those ideas, and with the support and guidance of the committee, to run with them.”
Sue said she was keen to support her successor during a transition into the role, but was looking to move back onto her family’s rose farm at Yelta.
“The market has been a huge part of my life for a long time.  It’s been hugely rewarding to see it grow into something that is such an important part of people’s lives and routine now,” Sue said.
“But I’m looking forward to getting back to the farm as well, and watching to see the next phase evolve for the market.”
The market chair Garry Kelly paid tribute to Sue’s dedication to the role.
“Sue’s done an enormous amount and most recently that’s been about getting our accreditation with the Victorian Farmers’ Market Association – a real coup for us,” Garry said.
“It gives stallholders and our supporters enormous confidence that our products are locally made or produced and has involved a huge amount of work on Sue’s part.
“We are sorry to see her go, but we know there are many talented people who are passionate about the market and its future.
“Hopefully we can find someone with the right skills to fill Sue’s shoes and take the market to the next level,” he said.