One hundred and forty years ago Walter Adams had a vision to build a hotel that, while now known as the Metro Hotel, remains in the heart of the Bundaberg CBD.
Aunty Marina Anderson's passion for her culture is what drove her to start the Wan'di Aboriginal Corporation in Gin Gin where people meet frequently for discussions and celebrations.
For her talent, skillset and courage in "daring to be different", Bundaberg-born circus performer May Wirth has been nominated in a project that recognises inspiring women from within the region.