Jonette George

Jonette George is a dynamic and passionate figure in the Australian food, travel and publishing industries. She is best known for her significant contributions as the co-founder and driving force behind both the Flavours of Australia series and the Produce to Platter series, highlighting Australia's regions' rich and diverse culinary traditions. Through her work, Jonette has become a key advocate for local producers, food artisans and wineries, helping to connect them with a broader audience and promoting each region's unique flavours and stories.

With a deep love for food and travel, Jonette has travelled extensively across Australia, immersing herself in local food cultures and uncovering the hidden gems of each area. Jonette’s books showcase regional recipes and tell the stories of the farmers, winemakers and chefs at the heart of these communities. This dedication to storytelling has earned her recognition and respect in the food and publishing world.

More recently, Jonette has taken on advocacy for ageing Australians and the families who care for them. At the beginning of the pandemic, Jonette moved to Noosa to care for her 90-year-old parents and, after five years navigating the Aged Care system in Australia, wrote "Who Cares?" to help others in this position.

In addition to her publishing work, Jonette is a sought-after speaker and advocate for aged care, elder nutrition, sustainable food practices and regional tourism. She continues to inspire others through her commitment to celebrating local food culture and the people behind it. Throughout her career, Jonette George has played a crucial role in shaping the conversation around Australian food, championing the importance of knowing where our food comes from and supporting the small-scale producers who help keep traditional food practices alive.