This Thai Woman Has Lived in Rural Australia For More Than 30 Years

This is the story of Tou and her business Tou's Garden - one of Australia's most amazing migrant stories.
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[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Video 2/4 of my series about Thai people in Darwin, Australia! SOO pleased to be able to present Tou’s story 👩‍🌾🥭 and I hope you enjoy watching! Thanks to Ling App for supporting this channel. Start your language learning today: ling-app.com/?referrer=ThaiTalkPaddy

[@charmingpea]

What’s even more amazing about Ba Tou is that she is president of the NT Thai association, and has been instrumental is creating the Grand Thai Festival which happens just after Songkran each year. Truly an amazing woman.

[@ihatemonday6673]

***Pa ป้า(Aunties)✔ Not Ba บ้า(Crazy) 🙏😅🙇

[@charmingpea]

@@ihatemonday6673 Well it's actually a Bp, since Pa more accurately represents พา. The simple fact is that is not possible to capture properly the nuances of Asiatic languages using the English alphabet, so you are not wrong, but you are not right either.

[@wesleyyoung1082]

What a beautiful woman she is. Deserves everything she has and more

[@eightballjamal]

You can hear the determination in Aunty Tou's voice even as she works through the sadness of her husband's passing. I love stories like this. Please give us more, Paddy!

[@lonhro84]

A great story indeed. And I couldn't agree more with enduring discomfort while assimilating here. My Thai partner of 7 years forced herself to follow that path. 7 years later, she is communicatively, socially and financially independent. And fully empowered 💪

[@mythai05]

Paddy, I rate this as one of your best ever videos. What an inspiring story. Thais should be proud that one of their native daughters was able to travel abroad and make a successful business, and Australians should be equally proud that their country offered her this opportunity. And, of course, let's not forget Ian. If Ian had not married this woman, none of this would exist. Though he has gone, the fruits of his efforts/karma will continue to grow---in both literal and figurative terms---for years to come. Good on ya, Ian! You've done your country proud.

[@paddylinehan8559]

Yes indeed A wonder post Paddy. Actually I am a real Paddy from Ireland living in Thailand more than 20 years.

[@ianthomas3155]

Once again your ability to speak Thai takes your stories to the next level. Australia is lucky to have Tou. What a legend.

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Means a lot 🙏

[@glentiller349]

Hey Paddy that was an inspiring story. My wife has lived here in Australia for 6 years and so much of what Tou said is so relatable. Tou truly represents the tenacity and spirit of Thai people

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Thanks so much for watching Glen 🙏 couldn’t agree more

[@thinktwice4227]

Exactly, in the time of her sadness with greater responsibilities thou, she still keeps on smiling and steady walking forward. So great.

[@damienmcfadden4044]

Aunty Tou you are an amazing person, thank-you for coming to Australia and making it home. I’m so proud to be married to a Thai national, the work ethic, family connection and passion to succeed is infectious. Thank-you ka 🙏

[@Kitty_cat2001]

Tou & the man who took paddy on the farm tour were very interesting-the work ethic & study they have put in has got them where they deserve to be.

[@earthworm7894]

Great video. Inspiring story of her desire for education in Thailand and Australia after getting married. It is fabulous to see Khun Tou seeking to continue to develop even today despite probably already having enough to give her a comfortable lifestyle for the rest of her life. What an internal drive she has. Hopefully that drive rubs off on all the people she comes in contact with. This KZbin story is so much better than all those endless farang KZbin stories about how great it is to be a farang in Thailand because it is cheap to live (don't have to work much) and be entertained and taken care of and blah blah blah.

[@gerardhogan3]

What a beautiful lady. So caring and respectful. God bless you You.

[@jilljenkins9601]

Another great story of human determination Paddy. What an inspiring lady!

[@hadynjeffrey8210]

She was lovely and a great story ❤❤❤

[@thailand_street_traveler]

I started following your videos practically at the beginning of the channel, I don't think I've ever commented but I have to tell you that you are one of the best at creating content related to Thailand

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Thank you so much! Means a lot to have people who have watched the channel for so many years 🙏 I appreciate it very much

[@Ulbre]

Condolences Tou. RIP Ian. Wow, what a great story....thanks so much for pursuing this Paddy because I know that Darwin is one of those locations that there is no such thing as a "cheap" ticket to get to. Awesome, love it. Stoked. Made my day :) :) :)

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Glad you enjoyed watching as much I enjoyed making it! Thanks as always

[@ChilloutLars]

Ten out of ten for this story, Paddy. Not only an incredible inspiring story, hat off to this stoic hard working woman arriving in Australia with the right attitude. Darwin was my home town until recently. Now i call Chiang Mai home.

[@les8518]

I find this story and video very, very interesting. About 20/22 years ago I went and visited a friend of mine who was doing Out back tours in Kakadu National Park. He actually lived in Palmerston. We drove drove down through the the area where Tou and and her late husband would have had there Mango Farm. As it would have in it's infancy and much smaller than now. I would have seen it. I have now lived in Thailand for 14 years. I am very happy to see a Thai doing so well in Australia. Paddy, I would like to congratulate you on how well you speak and understand the Thai language.

[@mickdowe5925]

Hands down the best video you have done. What a great story of what is possible. No luck for Tou, just hardwork and determination. Love to see more video's like this.

[@darrenhall2092]

Thanks for giving us the chance to hear this story. Keep them coming and keep up the great content.

[@glenn9229]

what a truly wonderful lady, and great job Paddy, excellent video

[@user-kt7gn6xw3v]

Honest reliable attention to detail care for everyone first Thai people are amazing

[@andriesmaritz2055]

Absolutely fantastic what Paddy did and I also admire her. Please give her my special regards. I also worked hard and studied part time while livining in South-Africa and then came to New Zealand in 2001, so it is so nice to watched her story as I know what it takes. Kind regards to you both. Beautiful that you can speak her language !! Dr Andries Maritz.

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Thanks a lot Dr Maritz! Appreciate you sharing a comment 🙏

[@vonno8426]

Great interview, what a lovely soul. As an ex Darwin resident, I so miss the Thai/Asian community up there. Such a fusion of beautiful cultures

[@cillamoke]

Tou is an amazing woman ❤

[@ZENbulldozer]

Tou just radiants positivity and kindness.❤

[@suphattraparker2709]

Same first time I come to Australia i don't know anything about Australia and im not speak English don't understand English at all but now im live in Australia for 29 years

[@paddylinehan8559]

Beautiful! I love it. And I understood nearly all in Thai. A lady to be admired. 😅

[@sydney8382]

Great series dude 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@kevinwaters5872]

The success of a Thai person in Australia is no surprise to me. They are an industrious , self-reliant people. In fact many Thais probably wonder how a country can have so many opportunities open yet untaken. In Australia we can “take it easy” for a whole life time. In Thailand work is life.

[@april2819]

What a beautiful story... Thank you very much for interviewing this amazingly legendary woman and sharing such motivating and inspiring contents with the world, Paddy! Loving all your works and creativities!

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Thank you so much for watching and supporting 🙏

[@justink1075]

Great video. Tou is awesome.

[@williamhartz8707]

Great positive love story between a Thai & farang. Wishing Tou the best.

[@user-lc7sl3ls5x]

we need more amazing thai people all over Australia 🇦🇺 thanks, Paddy and Tou

[@zookaba1]

I loved this! Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@chrisnn9281]

Inspiring story. Great interview. Well done Paddy.

[@biravijnya]

so inspiring

[@neilyounan3241]

Very smart lady

[@qre268Zrtb]

Amazing, well done to Tou. Her story is inspiring.

[@vanidasasanasit4844]

น่าชื่นชมทุกคนที่มีความอดทนและต่อสู้กับงานหนัก ยินดีด้วยในความสำเร็จกับคุณตู่และ Ian นะคะ

[@what.i.see.photography7077]

Very interesting video, so good to see focus on hard working migrant. Main stream news always focuses on the bad. Nice one Paddy 🙏

[@shaunphillips9965]

What nonsense......

[@michaelullman8574]

What a great story. I hope the best for her! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@jennypalmer331]

An amazing lady

[@flashpeter91]

super interesting to hear her story, what a way she has come! and great interview style! keen to see your future content! :)

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Thanks a lot for the watching! Glad you enjoyed it

[@TroyGUNTER-ny9dm]

Great video Paddy. What an inspirational lady. This story interview video was extremely interesting. Thank you.

[@HulitaTauveli]

Very inspirational video. I’m not a migrant to understand her “fully,” I’m only a product of “migrants” but I must say, her story is inspiring. She’s also providing jobs for people and providing 🥭 and somehow contributing to Australia’s economy 🇦🇺 . God bless your ambitious soul ❤

[@modgogo7873]

I like you called her” Khunpraa meaning your Thai language very high Education ❤🎉😊

[@tonybaloney6656]

Good one Paddy , one of your best 👍

[@jaykongsawat5435]

Paddy is incredible in Thai language now!!!

[@modifykirik5446]

Very interesting episode.

[@urbanvoice8318]

lovely lady , great interview

[@chakisadams]

Great video Paddy…. สุดยอดครับ

[@cyclonicleo]

Well done Aunty Tou!

[@razmos1]

Well done mate.I cant believe you have never been to Issan. kop jai der.

[@chillyfish5676]

Amazing lady

[@dudleyfoster8263]

Man, You are a Gentleman

[@erictayverystrongimaginati1662]

Sa wah di cup 🙏🙏🙏

[@SirStephenSW5334]

That was a great and interesting interview, Paddy. Thanks. Just out of curiosity, do you find out about these people from talking to the people in your community or you do your own research?

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Thanks Stephen! A bit of both!

[@nigelmorgan3449]

Fantastic story thank you for sharing your experience I’m sorry you lost your partner but you are right my mate has a Thai wife her English was crap 10 years ago and through going to school she is now working as a carer at a nursing home and doing very well

[@noinoiau1]

Hi Paddy I’m agree with Tou Australia is the land of opportunity, I was married to a young Ausy man and migrated to Australia in 2079, had two children, after divorce with my first husband I was staying with the family who grow lemon grass for Sydney market, I was working at they farm for nine months at free labour but I had learn how to grow and prepare the goods , After four years of divorce, I made my second husband who was fourteen years older, he was the eels fisherman, we got a small seven acres land , so I started growing lemon grass, kaffia lime, Cha-om, holy basil, bamboo shoots, and I think I’m only one who selling water lilies, to Sydney, and Melbourne market, now I’m seventy six years old retired and looking after ninety years old husband , and every day I am grateful to this Country, if you have a go the opportunity is ever where, 😊

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Australia is very lucky to have you คุณป้า 🇦🇺🇹🇭

[@liamburns8554]

Paddy how the hell have you never been to Isaan????? Great video though Paddy, as always

[@vincentseok3093]

I think your Thai sounds more fluent than most Thais.

[@alangraham8926]

I am going to forward this video to Mal my Kiwi mate who with the Thai missus has run the family farm for the past 20 years she operates most of the machinery and is quite "handy" with the spanners and bailing wire.

[@gavreynolds2689]

Another great video Paddy, cheers mate.

[@ralphhalwes3376]

Met her and her husband back in November 2022 why'll my son was fixing and calibrating the conveyor belt before Ian passed away, lovely people who give a lot and ask for nothing.

[@userunknown101]

A beautiful video and interviews. I really love your content Paddy! I'm not sure I agree with this lady that Australia has a 'stable government' though. Seems they're losing their minds, second only to Canada. Then again, same for much of the western world lately haha

[@NR29pacnat]

Would love to meet you Paddy, come to Perth...

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

One day! Thanks for watching 🙏

[@themusicman-ij7op]

She must have been a nice looking woman, still has a great smile😆.

[@thefurryfluffycats2868]

Liked!​นะ

[@user-iz9pc3zb5e]

ถ้าเดินผ่านกันแทบไม่รู้เลยว่าป้าแกเป็นคนเก่ง

[@turobinson7414]

Don't judge a book by its cover. She is a great Thai woman.

[@guima838]

I hope you are doing well Paddy

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

I am! Thanks

[@Luke-ri5fo]

Awesome Paddy. How did you find out about her?

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Speaking to different people!

[@NR29pacnat]

I'm Thai born Australian, my mum is thai(dual citizen) and my dad is Aussie and I live in Perth for 26years.

[@doeverystory]

Hello paddy ☺️

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Hello!

[@pat_thai]

Khun Paddy ชอบ เป็น พนักงาน BREASTS TEST จร้าาาา 555❤

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Depends on who! 🤣

[@Hidy_Ho]

Immigrants (We Get the Job Done) - Hamilton Mix Tape

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Was listening to that song only the other day!

[@kongswethai3964]

girls from Buriram have a good head

[@ritasarah7474]

I am Malaysian can I come work with you ?

[@grahamogorman7831]

I left

[@geoffreysomething6658]

go bck

[@tomjenkins2751]

Great video, hope you didn’t keep that umbrella up while you were on the back of the Ute! Would’ve ended up like Mary Poppins..

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Feed the birds tuppence a bag, I say!

[@LisaFaith-oe4ql]

Translate to English please??

[@bamboo6044]

Paddy, question, whenever you say some words in English with the Thai intonation, are these loanwoards or you don't know the particular word in Thai therefore you just say it in English?

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Bit of both! Thanks as always for watching

[@wirihanagardiner729]

Why is she Thai?and your not European Australian?

[@EA00000]

Aboriginal should watch and start paying own bills ? Instead not warming living on government welfare and getting public housing ? And always asking for money ?

[@warrpedd]

Wow that's shocking that it's legal in Australia to do random breathalyzer tests on drivers without any suspicion of a crime.

[@youthoughtitwasbadbefore6134]

Same as NZ. As a whole we are totally supportive of the police. Now the only people who drink and drive are recidivist alcoholics, who now get caught and have their cars confiscated.

[@CaptainKremmen]

Why is it shocking? It's one of the few situations where a police action genuinely does no harm at all unless you are guilty. In my state, you don't even give your name or show ID (unless you fail the test) so it has zero impact on you except for the 10 seconds that your travel is delayed. Saves thousands of lives. Reactive policing can throw drunks who kill people in jail, but it can't bring the victims back to life.

[@user-vr7pl4zt9o]

Absolutely great video, just goes to show you that hard work pays off. Every one gets a chance in Australia… those that say otherwise and reckon that they have been hard done by should shut the FK up and get on with it instead of been lazy CTs and living of the tax payers.