Janelle Gerry is the passionate Managing Director of Macadamias Australia and the driving force behind the brand. As the second generation of the Steinhardt family, she continues the legacy of her parents, Ron and Marion Steinhardt, who founded the family business in 1958.
Janelle's deep connection to the land and her commitment to sustainable practices guide her work every day. Janelle's vision and dedication ensure her family's and company's values remain at the heart of every decision, fostering growth and sustainability for generations to come. As a mother of 2, and now a grandmother, Janelle has a wealth of knowledge to share with the world.
We invite you to grab a cuppa (and some Macas) and enjoy the read.
Janelle's Corner
Australian Macadamia Christmas Gifts & Summer Entertaining Ideas
Christmas lunches. Summer barbecues. Lazy afternoons. Unexpected guests. Those delicious little moments in between.Whatever the festive season has in store, it's always good to have something speci...
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It all began with mum and dad. Celebrating 68 years of our family business in Bundaberg.
From a patch of Bundaberg bushland in 1958 to the family business we share today, Janelle reflects on her parents’ humble beginnings, the generations working beside her and 68 years of growing toge...
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Rachel McAullay shares our family's perspective on the future of Australian macadamias
It’s not every day that someone from our family gets to take the stage at a national industry conference, so you can imagine how proud we were to see our very own Rachel McAullay speaking at AusMac...
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Meet Nikul Don | The Orchard Table Chef in Bundaberg
Meet Nikul Don, the chef bringing a world of flavour to The Orchard Table. Discover his story, choose your first dish and make a date for breakfast or lunch in Bundaberg.
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A very special moment for our family
A very special moment for our family. Macadamias Australia and Farmfresh Fine Foods have been named the 2026 Queensland Established Family Business Award winner. From a small family farm in Bundabe...
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Macadamia-Crusted Salmon with Lemon Myrtle & Herbs
An Easy, Elegant Dinner with a Native Twist When you want to serve something fresh, simple and just a little bit fancy – this is your go-to dish.
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