After years in the media spotlight, Rebecca Morse is back behind the mic—but this time, she’s sharing it with her 21-year-old daughter, Grace Wakelin.

Juggling school drop-offs, endless laundry, and bedtime battles is a full-time job in itself—but these South Aussie mums have taken things to the next level, launching and running their own businesses while raising their families. From passion projects turned thriving enterprises to problem-solving ideas sparked in the middle of a chaotic playdate, these inspiring women are proving that motherhood and entrepreneurship go hand in hand.

We sat down with DreamBIG Festival Director Georgi Paech (pictured at top) to talk about the importance of experiencing the arts in childhood, and what she hopes young audiences will gain from this year’s 50th Anniversary program.