The Admin Avenues Podcast

Admin Avenues

Welcome to The Admin Avenues Podcast! In each episode, I’ll be chatting with inspiring Australian admin professionals, expert advisors, and a few surprise guests you won’t want to miss. No matter where your admin career has taken you, this is your space to learn, grow, and connect with the people shaping the future of our profession. Expect real stories, practical insights, and expert advice to help you thrive, whether you're just starting out or leading at the top. We’re also here to celebrate the Australian admin community, because admins are at the heart of every successful business. Let’s shape the future of admin in Australia, one conversation at a time. 🎧 Subscribe now and don’t miss a moment. New episodes coming soon! Visit adminavenues.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram @adminavenues

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Episodes

Rebuilding a Legacy: Heather Batchelor on 40 Years in Admin and Reviving AIOP

In this episode of The Admin Avenues Podcast , I sit down with Heather Batchelor FAIOP, a true stalwart of the admin profession with an incredible 40-year career - to talk about leadership, legacy, and breathing new life into one of Australia’s oldest professional associations, the Australian Institute of Office Professionals (AIOP). Heather opens up about her journey from her first admin role to becoming National President of AIOP during one of its most challenging chapters. She shares the bold...

Aug 14, 2025•44 min•Ep. 5

Future-Proofing the Admin Profession: A Conversation with Ruth Kilah from Hoxton Hyde

In this episode of The Admin Avenues Podcast, we sit down with Ruth Kilah, Founder of Hoxton Hyde, Executive Coach, Consultant and Advocate for Admin Excellence. We sat down to talk about what it really takes to future-proof your admin career. Ruth is a career coach and mentor who helps experienced Executive Assistants move into higher-level roles where they can grow their income, influence, and impact. Through her coaching, she empowers admin professionals to gain clarity, strengthen strategic ...

Aug 07, 2025•57 min•Ep. 4

EAs in Education: Kristine Niven on Creating Community and Championing Growth in Schools

In this inspiring episode, Candice sits down with Kristine Niven, a purpose-driven Executive Assistant who’s making waves in the education sector. Kristine currently supports the Associate Principal at St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar, one of Melbourne’s leading independent schools, and is also the visionary behind EAs in Education, a professional learning network designed to uplift and connect administrative professionals in schools across Australia. From navigating the dynamic demands of a school...

Aug 01, 2025•34 min•Ep. 3

Style, Strategy, and Support: Chelsea Lewis on Her Admin Career Journey

Meet Chelsea Lewis, Executive Assistant and Office Manager at Zimmermann, the global luxury fashion brand. Ever wondered what happens when high-level executive support meets luxury fashion and entrepreneurial drive? Chelsea shares her inspiring journey, from receptionist to C-suite EA, founder of her own business, and now, a soon-to-be mum. With experience across music, media, and fashion, supporting celebrity HNWIs and senior leaders, Chelsea has done the full admin career journey, and she’s he...

Jul 07, 2025•41 min•Ep. 2

Why Admins Deserve More Than Just A Thank You

I get asked all the time: “What is GIFTA Benefits?” And honestly, it’s not something I can explain in just one sentence. So I sat down with our sponsor and GIFTA Benefits Co-Founder, Dion Bastian, to let him explain it in full. Dion shares his journey from engineering in the mines to co-founding one of Australia’s leading rewards and benefits platforms. Along the way, he discovered what many of us already know, admin professionals are the real power players when it comes to workplace culture, lo...

Jul 07, 2025•51 min•Ep. 1

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