Ambassadors

We’re grateful for the support of key Australian personalities who roll up their sleeves as Little Windmills Ambassadors to selflessly make a difference in the lives of country kids and their families doing it tough.

John Eales AM

“The important work Little Windmills is doing with seriously sick and injured country kids is integral in providing support to our rural and regional communities. The financial relief they provide families makes an incredible difference when their children and their communities are doing it tough.” John Eales

John debuted for the Wallabies in 1991 and captained the side from 1996 until the end of his Test career in 2001. He participated in two successful World Cup campaigns and led Australia through three Bledisloe Cups, two Tri-Nations and a British & Irish Lions series victory.

He was inducted into the Sports Australia Hall of Fame, the International Rugby Board Hall of Fame, the Australia Institute of Sport’s Best of the Best, awarded the Australian Sports Medal in 2000 and made a Member of the Order of Australia in 1999 for services to the community and rugby.

He is highly regarded both nationally and internationally for his sporting achievements, business sense and generosity, John is a most welcome addition to the role of Little Windmills Ambassador.

Demi Hayes

“I am proud to be an ambassador of Little Windmills: The Country Kids Charity, as a country girl myself, it is a cause close to my heart. Little Windmills play’s an important role in financially supporting country families with seriously sick and injured kids, families who are often under financial strain and need to travel great distances for medical attention and support. To be involved with an Australian charity that helps the country so practically is incredibly rewarding.” 

Demi is a proud country girl who enjoys her campdrafting as much as representing Australia in Rugby 7’s. She tours with the Australian women’s team on the World Circuit and enjoyed representing Australia at the 2018 Commonwealth games. She is a wonderful role model for young Australians, particularly those in bush. She is a valued member of the Little Windmills family and cares deeply about the work we do with seriously sick and injured children.

Tate McDermott

“I am proud to support an iconic Australian charity like Little Windmills, their investment into the health and wellbeing of sick kids in the bush is incredibly important, as is ensuring country kids get the medical support and attention they need.”

Tate is a wonderful role model for young Australians and a natural leader, having captained both the Queensland Reds and Wallabies. We’re incredibly grateful for his alignment with Little Windmills and our Men’s Health Program Stockman Rugby.

Georgie Friedrichs

“I am proud to be aligned with little windmills; The Country Kids Charity, they play a significant role in financially assisting families with seriously sick or injured kids from Australian country areas, the work they do is important and makes a difference in the lives of those who need it”

Georgie is a prominent member of the Wallaroos, Waratah and Commonwealth Games medallist, in 2023 Georgie was crowned 2022 Wallaroos Player of the Year.  She is a selfless contributor to little Windmills and Stockman Rugby and a wonderful role model for young Australians.

Guy Shepherdson

“I am proud to be associated with Little Windmills because of the work they do with seriously sick and injured kids, they operate with compassion, transparency and hard work. Charities of this nature are an important part of Australian communities and represent some of the best Aussie values.”

Guy Shepherdson earned 17 caps for the Wallabies and played for the ACT Brumbies and the Queensland Reds in Super Rugby.  He represented Australia at the 2007 Rugby World Cup in France and went on to win a Super Rugby title with the Queensland Reds.  He has enjoyed running marathons post rugby and contributing to charitable programs such as Little Windmills and Australian Stockman Rugby Union.  We appreciate the time and energy he devotes to the Little Windmills cause.

 

Charlotte Caslick OAM

“I am proud to be an ambassador for Little Windmills, we help families with seriously sick and injured kids. If you know of a family from country Australia with a child who needs medical care or you’d simply like to support the work we do, please reach out.”

Charlotte is a decorated Australian athlete and has won gold at both the Olympics and Commonwealth Games. She has won multiple World Series 7’s crowns with the Australian 7’s team, has previously been named in World Rugby’s team of the season and earned ‘Australian Women’s 7’s Player of the Year’ honours.

James Slipper

“I am proud to be an ambassador of Little Windmills, they are an important country charity that helps families with seriously sick kids in their darkest hours in addition to providing youth development programs and disaster relief.”

James has amassed 104 caps for the Queensland Reds, over 70 for the ACT Brumbies and an impressive 135 caps for the Wallabies. He is a humble, loyal and dedicated servant of Australian rugby with natural leadership abilities, having captained and co-captained the Wallabies on numerous occasions.

Annie Miller

“I am so proud to be an ambassador of Little Windmills: The Country Kids Charity. Being a country kid myself, the positive difference Little Windmills makes for rural kids everywhere is very close to my heart. I believe every kid should enjoy a happy and healthy childhood full of hope and opportunity. Little Windmills works to provide financial assistance to country families with seriously sick and injured kids, unburdening parents of some of their stressors and allowing kids to just be kids. I am thrilled to be able to work with an organisation that pioneer’s compassion, humility and hard work and am looking forward to endorsing the work of Little Windmills in my community.”

Annie is a talented netballer having been selected for Australia through various age group levels including her selection in the Australian Under 21 Centre of Excellence Squad, ahead of the 2021 Netball World Youth Cup.  In the Suncorp Super Netball competition, she has represented Giants Netball and currently play centre for the Sunshine Coast Lightning.  Annie is a proud country girl from Orange, Central West NSW and enjoys supporting young people from country area’s. Annie is a valued ambassador for Little Windmills.

Jed Holloway

“As a father I value the work Little Windmills does for families with seriously sick and injured children, they lighten the financial burden so parents can focus on what’s important, the well-being of their little one.  If you know of a country family with a seriously sick or injured child, please reach out.”

Among his many rugby achievements Jed has represented the Wallabies, captained the Waratahs and has been a deserved winner of the Matt Burke Cup. He is a humble role model, dedicated family man with an altruistic approach to causes like Little Windmills.

 

Alex Gibbon

“Helping seriously sick and injured country kids is such an incredibly important issue, I’m really proud to be aligned the work of Little Windmills”

Alex enjoyed a successful four years with the national 7’s team, he has represented both Brisbane City and NSW Country Eagles in the NRC and earned numerous caps for the Queensland Reds. He is a fantastic advocate for country causes and an exceptional ambassador for Australian country values.

Dylan Pietsch

Dylan is the 15th indigenous man to represent the Wallabies and the second to have represented Australia in 7’s rugby at an Olympics (Tokyo) and at test rugby level with the Wallabies.  We are thankful for Dylan’s involvement as a Little Windmills ambassador.

Harry Wilson

“Little Windmills provides Australian country families with the practical support they need when facing a medical emergency.  Coming from Gunnedah, New South Wales, I value the work they do for country kids and am glad to be associated with this important charity.”

Harry plays for the Queensland Reds and the Wallabies, he is one of Australia’s great rugby talents and with a genuine heart for others, we’re grateful to have Harry involved with Little Windmills.

James Holbeck

“Coming from rural Australia, I appreciate the help and assistance Little Windmills provides families with children in need of medical treatment.  It’s an important and necessary work I am proud to be aligned with.”

James Holbeck is an ACT Brumbies legend, representing the club from 1996-2003, his representative honours include seven tests for the Wallabies.  James is passionate about player welfare, mens health and his contribution to Little Windmills.  We are proud of James’ association with little Windmills and our mental health and sports program Stockman Rugby.

Greg Holmes

A long-term ambassador of Little Windmills, Greg has had a sparkling sporting career having played rugby for the Queensland Reds, Exeter Chiefs, Western Force and the Wallabies. We’re proud he’s an ambassador and appreciate his input into this charity.

James Stannard

“I am proud to be aligned with Little Windmills and admire the work they do to help country families with seriously sick children.”

James enjoyed a successful rugby career as a long term captain of the Australian 7’s team, he competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics and represented the Western Force and ACT Brumbies in super rugby.  He is currently an assistant coach to the Australian 7’s men’s team.

Lewis Holland

“I am proud to be an ambassador of Little Windmills: The Country Kids Charity, the work we do with sick and injured bush kids and their families by connecting to major hospitals is incredibly important”

Lewis is a dual Olympian and a former captain of Australia’s Sevens program, he also represented the Australian school boys and Melbourne Rebels in Super Rugby, thanks for being involved Lewis!

Mark Chisholm

Played an impressive 58 tests for the Wallabies and represented the ACT Brumbies at Super Rugby level.  Mark is a dedicated family man with a heart for others, we are thankful he’s involved with Little Windmills and for his involvement with our Men’s Health program, Stockman Rugby.

Nic Henderson

Nic is a highly regarded statesmen in the Australian rugby community, he has represented the Wallabies, ACT Brumbies and the Western Force we are grateful for his contribution to our stockman Rugby program and for his support of the work Little Windmills does with the families of seriously sick and injured country kids.

Rod Davies

“Little Windmills does a great job easing the financial burden on country families with seriously sick kids. Coming from Rockhampton in Queensland, I am aware of some of the challenges that face rural families when emergencies arise and they need to travel to Brisbane for medical help. If you know of a country family who have a seriously sick or injured child please remind them to reach out to Little Windmills.”

Rod has represented Australia through rugby union both with the Wallabies and the Australian 7’s team, at a domestic level he has played for the Queensland Reds and the Western Force, a talented rugby league player Rod has also played for the Brisbane Broncos.  Rod hails from Rockhampton, Queensland and is passionate about investing into the lives of young Australians, we appreciate Rod linking arms with us to help more young Australians.

Michael O’Connor

It’s a pleasure to be an Ambassador for Little Windmills: The Country Kids Charity, the positive difference they make to country families with a child who is seriously unwell can’t be overstated.

Michael represented Australia in both rugby league and rugby union, playing 13 tests for the Wallabies and 17 tests for the kangaroos.  In league, Michael claimed a premiership with Manly and won Daly M centre of the year three times.  Post his playing career, he has been a selector for the ARU and an independent selector for the Wallabies, he coached the Australian sevens team from 2007 until 2014.

We are proud to have Michael invested in the Little Windmills Charity to help bring health, hope and happiness to Australia’s country kids.