Maria Ann Smith: The Sweetest Granny

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Australia's Invisible History

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An orchardist, trader, midwife and mother, Maria Ann ‘Granny’ Smith was highly regarded in her community, as were her distinctive green apples. After her passing, her popular apple became famous around the globe. However, behind this well-known apple is a lesser-known message, for everyone who has ever felt discarded.  Further Reading: Ryde Government Website Granny Smith Apple Australian Food Timeline You can find Paul Roe online at The Outback Historian See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.