During this episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Nicola Holly, president of the Irish Australian Support Association of Queensland (IASAQ). Originally from Co.Kerry, Nicola has lived and worked in Brisbane for 13 years. During this very special conversation, Nicola chats the reality of long term emigration, her experience of Australian life, the incredible work that ISASQ do, historical Irish Australian emigration stories and so much more. During this episode Nicola also discusses her role as President of ISASQ, the importance of that Irish voice over the phone, how ISASQ have helped to create meaningful connections to home, the significance of recognising your story, the difference between travel and emigration and more. This truly is an incredibly special conversation about the reality of what life is like long term on the other side of the world, the vital work of different Irish communities abroad, the value of staying connected to Ireland and what it means to be Irish despite distance and difference, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @irishsupportqld @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01