Emma Fessey is an Australian rower currently based out of the Women’s National Training Centre in Penrith. Emma grew up on a sheep and cattle station in far North Western NSW. Due to the remote area Emma’s schooling was done via Distance Education at home. Emma spent her time on the property learning about the land and how it is operated from both her family and the many Indigenous people who lived and worked around her, sharing their extensive knowledge and passion for the land. Emma developed a strong affinity and connection with the land and place she lived, and it holds great importance to her, her family and the Muruwari people. Emma studied a Bachelor of Food and Agribusiness at Sydney University to pursue her interests within the Agricultural industry. Whilst studying this degree she has balanced Rowing for Australia and competing internationally, chasing selection for the Tokyo 2020 Games.