Hey, we're Shorty & Fee!

We’re a husband-and-wife duo, born and bred in Western Australia, raising our kids in the peaceful country life we love.

For years, we’ve been living a self-sufficient, low-tox lifestyle, and now, we’re bringing everything we know to you.

Shorty (Ashley)

With 26+ years of butchering experience, I’ve spent over a decade as a mobile butcher, traveling across WA’s South West, helping families process their own livestock. I know firsthand the power of taking control of your own food supply, and I’m here to teach you how to do it—step by step.

Fee (Fiona)

Since my teenage years, I’ve been a student of the earth, studying plant-based medicine, natural remedies, and skincare. My passion is teaching others how to use herbs, oils, and whole ingredients to heal and nourish their bodies. Outside of this, I’ve been a business mentor and graphic designer since 2010, helping Aussie small businesses grow and thrive.

OUR STORY BEGAN ON A FRONT VERANDAH!

Long before Soil to Soul existed, it was just the two of us sitting on the front verandah in Western Australia, dreaming of the life we knew we were meant to live.

We pictured raising our kids where they could get their hands dirty, learning real skills that matter — growing food, making medicine, living with the seasons instead of fighting them.

We wanted freedom.

We wanted land.

We wanted a life we could feel proud passing down.

So we did what most people are too scared to do… We made a plan and we stuck to it. We worked our butts off for years. We invested wisely. Sold smart. Paid down debt. Every decision was one step closer to our “one day.”

But “one day” finally became now the moment we found a little patch of earth in a tiny South Australian town — small, welcoming, beautifully country… and far more affordable than WA. We bought it without even seeing it in person! (When you know, you just know.)

Then, with two kids, two dogs, one cat, and a caravan full of everything we owned, we crossed the Nullarbor and didn’t look back.

And it was perfect.

We were home.

Soil to Soul Was Born From That Same Dream

In the months leading up to our move, while we waited for our house to sell, we poured our hearts into building Soil to Soul — a place where other Aussies who feel the same pull toward self-sufficiency could learn, connect, and create their own version of this life.

We officially launched on March 29th, 2025 — the exact day we drove out of WA to start our own self-reliant chapter. That timing wasn’t an accident. It was a promise. A promise that everything we learn, every skill we gain, every step we take toward sustainable, sovereign living… we will share with you.

We’re Here for the Long Game

We want families to know what we now know that freedom isn’t found in working harder to buy convenience.

Welcome to Soil to Soul.

Let’s grow a better life together.

Our values:

Our vision:

To see everyday Australians living with confidence, connection, and true independence — growing their own food, making their own medicine, reviving practical skills, and building supportive communities where no one has to rely on broken systems to survive.

We envision towns and neighbourhoods where land is shared, knowledge is passed down, and families feel safe, capable, and free. A future where natural living isn’t a luxury — it’s normal again.

Soil to Soul exists to help everyday people return to the roots of what keeps us alive and well: nature, community, and the skills that empower us to stand on our own two feet.

OUR MISSION:

We’re here to empower everyday Aussies to reclaim confidence, independence, and well-being through natural knowledge, practical skills, and genuine community.

We believe self-sufficiency isn’t about going it alone. It’s about reconnecting with the skills our grandparents and ancestors knew, honoring the wisdom of the land, and building a support network that makes life feel more doable, more nourishing, more connected, and more real.

We’re bringing back the priority of serving humanity first — over corporate gain and political division.

This is more than an online hub. It’s a movement back to what matters:

Knowing how to care for your family naturally
Learning practical skills that save money and bring peace of mind
Creating a community where no one feels left behind

We’re here to teach, share, and walk alongside you — so you can feel prepared, confident, and supported, no matter where you live or where you’re starting from.

Ready to Join the Movement?

If you’re ready to start living more naturally, we’re here to guide you from day one.

Join us at Soil to Soul and begin your journey toward self-sufficiency — one real, practical skill at a time.

Together, we’re helping Aussies take back their power—bringing food, medicine, and wellness back into your homes, where they’ve always belonged.

It’s our birthright to live in abundance, in good health, and with the confidence that we can thrive. Let’s bring that knowing back to the forefront and rebuild a better life together.

For you. For your family. And for the generations to come.