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Petra de Mooy Petra is a former furniture designer and maker turned publisher. She loves gardening, good design, storytelling and celebrating the region’s homes, gardens, foodies, artists and destinations with curiosity and creativity.
PUBLISHER Fleurieu Living Magazine is published four times a year by Fleurieu Living Pty Ltd ISSN 2200-4033
Jason Porter Jason has worked as a graphic designer, creative director and more recently photographer for almost forty years. When not in the office, he can often be found in the garage working on his 1963 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason Porter jason@fleurieuliving.com.au
India Chappell India is our advertising and marketing manager. Drawn to connection, storytelling and community, she brings a humancentred perspective to the role. She is passionate about celebrating life and capturing it through photography. Jessie Byrne Jessie is a writer and editor. She loves a good story and a well-placed apostrophe. Her other day job is director of Byrne Kelley, a strategic content company she runs with her childhood best friend, Yvonne Kelley.
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From the publishing editor As I sit and write this, we are having yet another spectacular late-autumn day – blue skies, low twenties and the kind of weather that tricks you into believing it might continue forever.
Inside these pages, we’ve had the privilege of featuring some incredibly thoughtful homes and creative projects. The coastal Mediterranean-inspired home by South Coast Constructions is beautifully resolved, combining refined design with warm, liveable interiors styled by the homeowner alongside Michelle Attard from MAD Studio.
Alas, we know the winter chills are not far away. Regardless, I have not been this excited about winter for a long time, mainly because of the excitement we are feeling in the office, as this issue feels especially celebratory for us.
The Finesse Built home was another standout – layered with comfort, texture and personality. I still haven’t stopped thinking about the plush green velvet lounge in the sunken living room.
In June, we’ll launch our winter issue at Yonder in Aldinga – a venue that perfectly captures the energy and creativity we love about the region right now. Run by sisters Chelsea, Nikki and Megan, Yonder is the kind of place designed for lingering afternoons by the fire, long lunches with friends and spontaneous celebrations. With bold share-style food, boutique local wines and spirits, gardens to spread out in and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, we are confident it will become a destination in its own right. We can’t wait to gather there with contributors, advertisers and readers to celebrate another issue. This autumn we also welcomed our new advertising sales manager, India Chappell. From the moment we met India, we connected with her warm communication style and genuine enthusiasm for people and community. She has quickly become an integral part of our team and has already brought so much organisation, energy and fresh momentum to Fleurieu Living. We’ve also loved working alongside young Taylor Davis. If you’ve noticed some new energy across our social pages recently, that’s Taylor’s influence. Keep an eye out for our upcoming short film featuring wine writer Jacob Barter – a natural storyteller and, in our opinion, someone who deserves his own television show.
We’ve long admired the work of Wiradjuri artist Elisabeth Blomberg, whose weaving and painting feature in this issue. We are fortunate enough to now have one of her large woven wall hangings in our office – a daily reminder of the power of handmade work and storytelling through art. On the arts front, we also take a closer look at the artists involved in this year’s Water People exhibition at the Coral Street Art Space, running alongside the Winter Whale Fest in Victor Harbor. Whale spotting and art appreciation feel like a pretty ideal winter day out to us. The exhibition brings together artists from across Australia, each exploring our deep connection to the coast and the sea. Across the Fleurieu and its surrounding coastal towns, there’s a shared thread running through so many local businesses, creative spaces and community projects. Whether it’s a new cellar door, a thoughtfully designed retail space, a wellness studio or an early learning environment, each reflects a strong sense of place and purpose. Our New Locales feature tells the story of a region shaped by creativity, connection and people deeply invested in where they live.
Below: The impressive post-fire regeneration of the Xanthorrheoa at Deep Creek National Park. (Read more on page 98.)
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THIS ISSUE
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COVER FEATURE A coastal retreat on the South Coast Front cover photo by Jason Porter
ART FEATURE Water People at Coral Street Art Space
FOOD, WINE & SPIRITS
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
24 Pillar of success at Pillar of Salt Event Catering
10 Diary dates for getting amongst it this winter
82 Photo essay: Vintage 2026 76 Producer profile: Hiddenfire Wines 94 Deep-conversation reds: wine reviews
28 Monet to Matisse: Opening on 11 July, the Art Gallery of South Australia 58 Balancing Plates returns as ‘After Hours at Wirra Wirra’
PEOPLE ON THE PENINSULA 8 Take one: India Chappell 14 Something to celebrate
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HOME FEATURE Built for living at Kangarilla
VENUE FEATURE Venturing Yonder at Aldinga
WINE FEATURE Photo essay: Vintage 2026
BOOKS & WORDS 106 Winter books from South Seas Books & Trading
HEALTH & WELLBEING 68 Woman Strong 92 Cook with Jess
ART, PHOTOGRAPHY, FASHION & DESIGN 36 Coorong.Life – artist residency 38 Water People at Coral Street Art Space 60 Botanical and mechanical: the treasures and art of Michel Wyman and David Archer
DESTINATIONS 30 New locales: the region’s entrepreneurial spirit burns bright 52 Venturing Yonder at Aldinga 88 What to buy, where to buy it: warming up inside and out
BEING SOCIAL
SUSTAINABILITY AND NATURE EDUCATION
66 Jaynie Langford: curating connection 72 Between tradition and intuition: Wiinya
110 Fleurieu Icons opening at the Fleurieu Arthouse
70 Schooled by nature at Bush Pods Nature School
105 Photo from a reader
112 Out & about: shop local
98 Deep Creek National Park: regeneration 102 The Forktree Project 7
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Take one: India Chappell I am a mother, wife, photographer and the new advertising and marketing manager for Fleurieu Living Magazine. I think the thread that connects every part of me is empathy and a human-centred view of the world. I love interpersonal relationships and the joy they create. Everyone sees the world a little differently and has their own piece to add. The Fleurieu feels like it fosters that community-building more than most places, which is why I’m so excited to be at FLM. Travel and varied life experience seem to have played a key part in your evolution. Tell us about it. I have always valued travel and the insights it offers: visiting an orphanage in Indonesia when I was in primary school; travelling through Europe and the US with my dad and sister; living in Vietnam with my now husband; and all the little trips in between. To have even a small glimpse into other cultures and people’s lives is a beautiful way to learn and grow. What have been your career highlights? I started working at a very young age and have always taken pride in what I do. While teaching yoga overseas was so much fun – and would have been the highlight had I been asked this question a few years ago – and owning a hair salon and yoga studio were both amazing learning experiences, the biggest highlight for me was being a high school wellbeing and inclusion manager. The ability to help young people who truly need someone in their corner was profoundly meaningful and something I’ll never forget.
What led you to become a counsellor? I have always felt a draw towards service. Even teaching yoga was about offering things that I had found useful in my own life. Counselling felt like the logical next step and one where I could have the biggest impact. What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? I love reading, spending time with my daughter, husband and puppy, dinner or movies with friends, and photography, capturing a moment or an interesting visual. Since being here at FLM we have been getting out more and more for weekend drives, seeing all the incredible businesses and people doing amazing things on the Fleurieu. What are your connections to the Fleurieu? I grew up in the north eastern suburbs of Adelaide but always loved visiting the Fleurieu. When our daughter was born we knew we wanted her to grow up in a quieter, more laid-back environment. We’ve been here nearly three years now, originally in an off-grid caravan in Mosquito Hill then into Port Elliot. We are so grateful how much the community has embraced us. Something that was immediately obvious is how much people care about one another. I honestly can’t think of a reason we’d ever leave. What are you excited about in taking this role at FLM? Creating connections and being a part of a regional icon. I have loved learning about the many hidden gems the Fleurieu has to offer and look forward to uncovering more. I have felt so welcomed by people on the Fleurieu and I know this role will allow me to meet more wonderful people. I’m looking forward to growing the magazine as the Fleurieu continues to grow.
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DIARY DATES
Make a date FESTIVALS AND EVENTS June Winter Whale Fest Victor Harbor 1-30 June A month-long festival of fun and thought-provoking events, celebrating the annual migration of Southern Right Whales to the Fleurieu Peninsula. Located in Victor Harbor, join the festival and experience the passion the Fleurieu community has for the protection of our coastal landscapes and marine environment. winterwhalefest.com.au Gutsy Kangaroo Island Various locations, Kangaroo Island 1 June-31 August Gutsy Kangaroo Island is a celebration of the Island's boldest flavours, makers and stories – and in winter, it comes into its own. Held on various dates throughout June, July and August, the festival unfolds through a series of pop-up events from local chefs, producers and venues. As the winds rise and the fires are lit, Gutsy invites you to experience the season at its richest: hearty plates, warming pours, and moments of connection that can only be found when things slow down. This is Kangaroo Island at its most honest and most generous. Gutsy by nature. Bolder in winter. tourkangarooisland.com.au/what-to-do/events/gutsy-kangaroo-island Balancing Plates Wirra Wirra Vineyards, McLaren Vale 16 June, 6pm Hospitality workers from across the Fleurieu Peninsula will come together for a dedicated evening of connection and wellbeing. Balancing Plates was created in response to growing concerns around burnout, stress and mental health challenges within the industry. The initiative brings together hospitality workers for a rare opportunity to step away from service pressures and focus on their own wellbeing. Just $10 per person. usefull.com.au/event/balancing-plates3
July Willunga Almond Blossom Festival Willunga Recreation Park, Willunga 25-26 July Experience carnival rides, side shows, animals, giant games, circus entertainers, and even pony and camel rides. When you’ve built up an appetite, slow down and enjoy the variety of food trucks, live music and market stalls. Find the perfect spot for the Saturday night fireworks show. Enter in the almond cookery competition or have a go in the almond cracking competition on Sunday. For more information, visit willungarecpark.com.au/almond-blossom-festival Oysterpalooza Never Never Distilling Co, McLaren Vale 31 July-2 August Never Never Distilling Co’s 'toast to the coast' returns to McLaren Vale for its fifth year, after a sell-out 2025 event! Come along to celebrate World Oyster Day, enjoy freshly shucked oysters, oyster shell gin and a sneaky ‘shellie’ (a shot from an oyster shell). neverneverdistilling.com.au/blogs/blog/oysterpalooza
Below: Try a ‘shellie’ at Oyster Palooza at Never Never. Photo by Samantha Wooller.
Mum’s Plates – Catherine House fundraiser The Salopian Inn, McLaren Vale 18 June, 6pm Join chefs Karena Armstrong, Emma McCaskill and Clare Falzon at The Salopian Inn for a special fundraising dinner in support of Catherine House, which supports women experiencing homelessness. Inspired by ‘mums’ favourites’, the menu celebrates the dishes their mothers cooked and the meals they now share with others, with Australian, Indian and Maltese influences. Tickets are $75 per person, with 100 per cent of proceeds donated directly to Catherine House. usefull.com.au/event/mumsfavourites 10
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NOTE: For long-time or even sometime readers of FLM, you may notice our ‘Markets’ listing has been omitted. In an effort to create more space to focus on what’s happening seasonally in the region, we’ve opted to move the listing to our website (fleurieuliving.com.au/markets).
August Strathalbyn Antiques and Vintage Fair Strathalbyn Oval, Strathalbyn 15-16 August The annual Strathalbyn Antiques and Vintage Fair, including a 2-day treasure market, is the perfect opportunity to live out those treasurehunting fantasies. In 2026, the fair will be held over the weekend of 15 and 16 August at the Strathalbyn Oval. Browse the riches offered by well-known and respected antique dealers, both local and interstate, to snap up militaria, jewellery, silverware, fine china, glassware and much more. There’s also a mini market at Gilbert’s Motor Museum on High Street. strathalbyntourismassoc.org.au/strathalbyn-antique-fair/ Granite Island Run Victor Harbor 16 August What is better than a run with a view? A run with this view. The Granite Island Run at Victor Harbor offers your choice of courses: a 5.3km short course, a 10km long course or 1.2km kids’ dash. Travel along the new causeway, the tram lines, gravel trails and a few short sharp climbs. All with the backdrop of stunning scenery and the perfect excuse to enjoy a day in Victor Harbor. Stay around for lunch at The Causeway Cafe and a stroll along the 3.3km Granite Island Kaiki Walk. Visit graniteisland.run to secure your race entry. Fleurieu Food Festival Various locations across the Fleurieu Peninsula 1-31 August The Fleurieu Food Festival is a month-long celebration of the flavours, people and places that make the Fleurieu Peninsula a true foodie’s paradise. Seldom do you get a chance to meet the makers and discover the stories behind the delicious food we enjoy in this part of the world. Experience and embrace a season of indulgence where paddock-to-plate is a way of life. Plan your journey for the senses across the Fleurieu by visiting fleurieufoodfestival.com for all event details.
September Coastrek Fleurieu Peninsula 4 September Explore the Fleurieu for a great cause – mental health – with Australia’s most iconic charity hiking challenge. Trek along beaches and national parks to support the Beyond Blue Foundation. Choose between a 20km, 35km or 50km hiking adventure between Parsons Beach and Goolwa, following a scenic route along the Heysen Trail, around Encounter Bay and through historic Victor Harbor. Register at coastrek.com.au > 11
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DIARY DATES
ART EXHIBITIONS June Tim Bonython’s Big Ocean Cinematic Journeys Victa Cinema, Victor Harbor 6 June, 5.30pm As part of the Water People exhibition, Victa Cinema presents a special screening drawn from the cinematic ocean journeys of award-winning surf filmmaker Tim Bonython. Tim will be there to present each section, a unique collection of some of his finest edits. Tickets $15 each.
Fleurieu Biennale Art Prize Fleurieu Arthouse, McLaren Vale 5 June-5 July The Fleurieu Biennale brings together contemporary art across the region with exhibitions, events and a season of masterclasses held at various locations throughout the Fleurieu Peninsula. Art Prize Finalists Exhibition Fleurieu Arthouse View the finalists of the Fleurieu Art Prize at the Fleurieu Arthouse. Curator’s Choice Exhibition McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre A curated showcase of selected works from the Biennale entries. Check artprize.com.au for masterclass details and additional information. Fleurieu Schools 2026 SALA Exhibition Goolwa Secondary College, Goolwa 15 August, 10am-4pm; 16 August, 10am-2pm A stunning display of the creative talent of young people on the Fleurieu. Support and be inspired by school students as they come together to display their art as a part of this year’s SALA festivities. salafestival.com
July Good Bank Gallery Inaugural A3 Show Good Bank Gallery, McLaren Vale 4-26 July Forty artists, eighty artworks. Good Bank Gallery has partnered with OSCA (Open Space Contemporary Arts) and The Arts Centre at Port Noarlunga to create an exhibition and program to bring together artists at every stage of their careers. From workshops and events to the exhibition itself, there are multitudes of opportunities to witness and be a part of the creative energy of the Fleurieu.
August Above: Nazare. Photo by Tim Bonython.
Water People 2026 Coral Street Art Space, Victor Harbor 5 June-31 July Curated by Maria Ellers, this show runs alongside Victor Harbor’s Winter Whale Fest and explores humanity’s deep connection to water. Featuring works by Gerry Wedd, Rita Kluge, Mark Callaghan, David Cocks, John Ogden, Tim Bonython, Goompi Ugerabah and Mark Rhodes, the show celebrates cultural heritage, sustainability, and the spiritual significance of oceans and waterways. coralstreetartspace.com/exhibitions
SALA 2026 Various locations across the Fleurieu 1-31 August The South Australian Living Artists festival – SALA – celebrates South Australia’s thriving visual arts community throughout the month of August each year. The festival is a highlight of the Fleurieu Peninsula’s arts calendar. salafestival.com
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Above top: The new learning facility at All Saints Catholic Primary School. Bottom left: Chef Karena Armstrong has been named the 2026 Chef in Residence at the Waite Institute at Adelaide University. Bottom right: Aspire Tiny Homes – in 2025, the company received a Rising Star Award from the Tiny House Industry Association.
Something to celebrate All Saints Catholic Primary School All Saints Catholic Primary School has unveiled its new doublestorey learning facility, created to support growing enrolments and contemporary education. Principal Nick Wright says the project reflects the school’s mission to nurture children academically, socially and spiritually in a supportive, faith-centred environment. Connected to the existing MacKillop Building, the development strengthens whole-school learning and community connection. The purpose-built space features sixteen architecturally designed classrooms and generous breakout areas tailored to the needs of twenty-first-century learners. Flexible classrooms include spaces for quiet reading, small group work and personalised learning, while central breakout zones can host assemblies and community gatherings. Enhanced technology is central to the design, with interactive whiteboards, integrated charging stations and collaborative spaces for digital projects. Supported by funding from the South Australian government, the completed project represents an exciting investment in future generations. Enrolments for 2027 mid-year Reception are filling fast, with enrolments for Reception in 2028 – term one and mid year – now open. Salopian Inn Celebrated South Australian chef Karena Armstrong has been named the 2026 Chef in Residence at the Waite Institute at Adelaide University, a role that perfectly aligns with her passion for produce, sustainability and innovation. Known for her ingredient-led approach
to cooking, Karena is especially excited to delve deeper into the science of food, with a particular focus on indigenous ingredients and their connection to culture, flavour and regenerative agriculture. Working alongside researchers, students and industry leaders, she will explore how emerging agricultural practices and food science can shape the future of dining. Through workshops, mentoring, events and culinary collaborations, Karena aims to connect academic research and everyday cooking, translating complex ideas into accessible, delicious experiences. Her appointment also celebrates her commitment to championing local produce and creating more sustainable food systems for the future across South Australia. Aspire Tiny Homes Based on the Fleurieu Peninsula, Aspire Tiny Homes is building a reputation for thoughtfully designed tiny homes that balance practicality, comfort and style. Family-owned and operated, the business combines decades of construction experience with a passion for sustainable, flexible living. From off-grid retreats to fulltime residences, Aspire creates custom spaces tailored to modern lifestyles and changing housing needs. In 2025, the company received a Rising Star Award from the Tiny House Industry Association, recognising its growing impact within Australia’s tiny home industry. Known for quality craftsmanship, smart layouts and refined finishes, Aspire Tiny Homes continues to offer an alternative approach to home ownership – one centred on simplicity, affordability and intentional living.
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Coastal retreat Story by Petra de Mooy. Photography by Jason Porter.
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Page left: The natural stone blade wall – a stunning feature with stone from Tumbled. Black lab Quincy greets all visitors. This page above: The front garden designed in collaboration with the homeowners and made real by Artisan Paving & Landscaping.
Arriving at the holiday home of Nick and Isabel Evins, we’re greeted by the couple’s black Labrador, Quincy, who strikes the perfect balance between protection and welcome. The property too has perfect balance, between aesthetics and practicality, beauty and liveability. The epoxy-coated driveway and the stone blade wall, glistening in the afternoon sun, signal the potent mixture of craft and thought that are carried throughout the home. A central garden, inspired by the couple’s vision and impeccably conceived by Artisan Paving & Landscaping, is anchored by a mature frangipani and softened at the edges by trailing silver dichondra. The house’s private entry, framed by large ceramic pots planted with olive trees, establishes the Mediterranean coastal design language the couple were inspired by. And that first step inside? The view draws you straight through the house, to the south-facing panorama of ocean, Granite Island and The Bluff.
When Isabel and Nick were searching for a building site on the South Coast to construct their holiday home, a few false starts eventually led them to a block tucked behind a property originally owned by Nick’s grandfather and now belonging to his uncle. It was a place already rich with memory for Nick: he’d spent many sun-soaked summers at the beach with his cousins. The block wasn’t for sale, but Nick and Isabel tracked down the owners and wrote a letter expressing their interest. Initially it was a polite ‘No’ but, with the passing of time, the owners’ circumstances shifted. Selling the property to Nick and Isabel was now an option. The deal was done, a story less about luck and more about intent – the couple knowing what they wanted, staying patient and being willing to wait. Both the long wait and the family’s connection to the location allowed the couple to develop a clear vision for the property. When it came time to find a builder, they were well and truly ready. A friend recommended South Coast Constructions. From their first meeting with building designer Matt Parker, the couple knew they were in the right hands. Matt didn’t start with possibilities or ideas – instead, he laid out exactly what couldn’t be done. Based on his experience with the council and the local area, he set realistic parameters. > 17
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Page left top and bottom: Interior elements selected with the help of MAD Studio. The discreet air-conditioning system is from local company Below Zero. Rich finishes in natural stone and warm wood are softened by the textural lightness of wicker pendants. This page: The walk-in downstairs cellar features natural stone flooring from Tumbled, complemented by a large half-moon pendant. This is set against a space that is otherwise precisely detailed and thoroughly modern.
Rather than railing at the limitations, Nick and Isabel found Matt’s approach refreshing. It meant no time was wasted on ideas that wouldn’t be approved – no false starts, no disappointment later in the process. That upfront honesty, grounded in deep local knowledge, gave them immediate confidence in both him and the build ahead. South Coast Constructions was enthusiastic about nailing the brief. The steep, narrow site is bordered by established homes. It demanded careful excavation, deep foundations and precise retaining solutions – without compromising the neighbouring properties. The company helped create a design that accommodated the site’s challenges: ‘The upper level sits at street entry and contains split garages, the master suite, and the main living and outdoor areas
– allowing the home to operate comfortably for the couple. While a lower level extends the footprint, providing additional bedrooms and living spaces for extended family and guests.’ Materiality drove both the design and the practical considerations of the build. For durability, composite decking was chosen in place of timber. Engineered stone was selected for both its cost-effectiveness and its aesthetic, with rich veins running all the way through. Limestone floors flow seamlessly from indoors to out, reinforcing that essential coastal rhythm of openness and ease. The raked ceiling in the main living area was created to draw northern light into the south-facing site. Handled masterfully in the builder’s hands, these considerations left Isabel and Nick free to focus on the interiors. > 19
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This page: The bedrooms – styled for comfort.
The result is a home where restraint and artisanship are carefully balanced, with a clear sense of continuity and vision across every space. Isabel had collected an array of Pinterest images to guide their direction, predominantly of coastal Mediterranean architecture. Working with Michelle Attard Design Studio, those ideas were distilled into a liveable and site-specific approach, incorporating soft curves, natural materials and a restrained, coastal palette elevated with luxurious finishes such as the stone benchtops and the warm timber cabinetry.
Isabel says she loves the home’s interpretation of Spanish and Mediterranean style. ‘The inspiration for the fireplace came from a photo of a Spanish garden,’ says Isabel. The fireplace’s curves blend seamlessly with the wall and the minimality of the execution ensures the ocean views are the real centrepiece. The bespoke touches make the home super functional while exemplifying the high-quality selections throughout. Isabel and Nick wanted nothing to be too precious, everything functional. A house for sandy feet, dogs, long lunches and even
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Top left and right: The master en-suite in natural terracotta colour tiles complemented with brass fixtures, a luxurious free-standing bath and warm wood vanity. Bottom left: Quincy in repose. Middle right: The outdoor entertaining area – sheltered and thoughtfully designed. Bottom right: The home theatre in rusts and greens – an amazing space to relax and entertain guests.
longer family weekends. The result is a space that feels equally at ease in summer sun or winter storms – fire-lit; solid windows keeping the wind and noise at bay for a resonant calm within. The kitchen sits at the heart of it all: generous and social. From a pot-filler tap that eliminates the daily lug of water to a layout for multiple cooks, lots of storage and constant gathering, it reflects how the house is truly used – full, busy and a hub of activity. Sustainability, too, is embedded rather than advertised. A fully electric system powered by solar and battery storage allows the
home to operate with minimal ongoing energy costs – efficient, future-focused and quietly self-sufficient. The system is discreetly integrated to preserve the home’s clean architectural presentation from the street and was expertly installed and managed by 1KOMMA5°. The home is full of ‘wow’ moments punctuated with an art collection proudly procured from local artists. One of those moments lies in the walk-in cellar downstairs, where natural stone flooring from Tumbled is complemented by a large half-moon pendant lending an old-world atmosphere, set against a space that is otherwise precisely detailed and thoroughly modern. > 21
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Top left: A tastefully designed bathroom. Top right: The downstairs guest living area doubles as a second entertaining area. Bottom: The home is complete with quality, vision and loads of function via multiple entertaining spaces.
‘I’ve always wanted a house with a cellar,’ Nick says. ‘I love red wine, and I’ve always dreamed of having a proper space to collect and store bottles over time – something that grows with you.’ Nick’s only limitation in fulfilling the dream is how much wine it will take to fill it but we think he will enjoy that pursuit. Adjacent to the cellar are the guest quarters, complete with a luxe bathroom and a living area that echoes the upstairs, including a
scaled-back kitchen, offering both a space for entertaining and a private retreat for visitors. Sitting with Nick and Isabel now, over a year into living on the property part-time, you can sense their ease in being here, their love of the place. This may be a showpiece that balances design and living, but at its heart, it’s a place to gather: for family, for food, for memory. A house to be used, and used well.
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Energising future athletes, coaches and sports scientists Investigator College has had the highest level of school sport participation in the Southern Fleurieu Zone for four years running. Its annual Surf Carnival, Certificate III in Sports Coaching, success in interschool swimming competitions, three ex-NBL players on its teaching staff, and national volleyball gold medals make it the ideal home for active students and promising athletes.
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Pillar of success Story by Tyler Jackson Chappell.
Above: PIllar of Salt Event Catering offers both sweet and savoury canapés. These bite size cakes look a treat.
Arriving at a modest cluster of shops in Morphett Vale, we step into the home of Pillar of Salt Event Catering. We are warmly greeted by owner and chef Jonathan Johnston (aka Jonno) who guides us through to a pristine commercial kitchen and a miniature showroom tucked away in the corner. After a short tour we come to an unexpected table of food: a cheese platter, silky mashed potatoes, perfectly cooked prawns and slow-cooked beef short ribs. The beef is doing its best to fight against gravity and stay on the bone. Elegantly presented, it’s just a small taste of what Pillar of Salt is capable of serving up. Jonathan is the embodiment of a caterer, a title he takes seriously. He and his tight-knit team are attuned and attentive to their clients’ every need, whether that’s for an elaborate vineyard wedding or an eight-year-old’s birthday party with fairy bread and cupcakes. Whatever the occasion, the team has the same commitment to excellence.
For Jonno, a love of food has always been present. ‘Making food is really the only thing I’ve really enjoyed doing, I certainly love to eat it …,’ he says. ‘I just want to make sure people are enjoying themselves and if I see someone with food on their plate or a drink in their hand, happy days you know, I’m content with that.’ Over the years, he has honed his craft with work in restaurants and catering kitchens, every job in the front and back of house. Learning to orchestrate a kitchen and organise staff, bookwork and bills, all responsibilities that helped him build the skill set needed when a decade ago he started Pillar of Salt, a company that characterises both perfectly balanced meals and a thriving business. Jonathan thought his niche would be cocktail events, on-yourfeet, roamingfood, relaxed environments, everything he loved. Before long, he was being asked to provide corporate lunches and breakfasts. A simple enough query from one guest – ‘Do you do weddings?’ – quickly opened the flood gates of possibility. Jonno considered the question and made a decision: ‘All right … let’s just keep extending what we offer.’
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Top left: The man behind Pillar of Salt Event Catering, Jonathan Johnston. Whether it's a standing cocktail event or something more formal, the team at Pillar of Salt Event Catering can assist in creating a delicious menu.
That idea paid off because, when COVID hit, the business continued to provide packed lunches and offer catering services to smaller meetings, finding ways to keep delivering food to people in any way possible. That intimate approach persists today. Jonathan personally attends more than a reasonable amount of those events. He insists that connection and attention to detail are the pillars (excuse the pun) of his success. While he has reverence for all cuisines and thrives in showcasing Asian and Indian fusion dishes, it is the quest to provide what the client wants that drives him. So, while variety is important, there are definite favourites. ‘It would be a day without air that our arancini wouldn’t appear on a menu,’ he says. On the journey for heartfelt food, inspiration comes from all directions and Jonathan loves nothing more than a venue that asks for him to work with local produce. He painstakingly and expertly crafts every menu. That desire to deliver a bespoke experience led to analysing everything down to the tableware and uniforms, making sure every element is perfectly paired with the tone and feel of each event and environment.
This colossal amount of work and care falls largely on Jonathan and his assistant chef Lovely, as well as a small team of kitchen and front-of-house staff. Long hours and 2am emails are just another example of his dedication to his work. His team also boasts a willingness to service many regional areas around Adelaide. They are preferred providers for the K1 by Geoff Hardy winery in McLaren Vale and the McLaren Vale Hotel, but Jonathan and his team have also regularly travelled three to four hours to share their offerings. The team’s commitment to excellence has not gone unnoticed. Jonathan is clearly proud when discussing his ABIA Wedding Awards 2025 win for South Australia’s Best Independent Wedding Caterer. This award is won on the basis of customer satisfaction, a perfect indication of how Pillar of Salt Event Catering aims to fulfil its clients’ needs. November marks ten years of Pillar of Salt’s operation. So, what are Jonno’s plans for the future? To grow his trusted team and continue providing quality food and (maybe more importantly) sustained attention to every catering detail. 25
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Alone at last Experience these Fleurieu retreats. From luxury villas to eco and tiny escapes, each is crafted for slow living, privacy and deep connection with nature.
Above: The luxurious freestanding bath at Nest & Nature. Photo by Harry Vick.
Kalimna Tiny Kalimna Tiny is a soulful nature escape overlooking the Fleurieu’s rolling hills. Just minutes from Willunga, yet blissfully secluded, it invites you to slow down and soak in ever-changing skies. Built with heart on family land, this beautifully crafted tiny home offers a peaceful, inspiring retreat that feels entirely your own. sanbisretreats.com.au/kalimna-tiny
Naiko Retreat Redefining coastal luxury, Naiko Retreat is an award-winning secluded sanctuary where time slows and the outside world fades. Nestled between two national parks, overlooking a private beach with breathtaking ocean views and abundant wildlife, the retreat features three luxurious identical king bedrooms with spa ensuites, and the unique Futuro wellness experience – held in their restored mid-century UFO-like pod. naikoretreat.com.au
Nest & Nature Nest & Nature is a luxury, off‑grid eco retreat perched on a peaceful hilltop in Inman Valley on the Fleurieu Peninsula. It offers architecturally designed suites with sweeping valley and ocean views, immersive nature experiences, sustainability‑focused design and serene privacy for a romantic or restorative escape. nestandnature.com.au
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Top left: The soft glow of the fire and the seamlessly blended spaces at Kalimna Tiny in Willunga. Bottom left: Enjoy sun-soaked views of the Kangaroo Island coast from light-soaked interiors at Sol Hus. Above right: The great room at Old Coach Road Estate with a cosy fire, lofty ceilings and views to the sea.
Old Coach Road Estate Perched above Hindmarsh Valley, Old Coach Road Estate invites you to slow down and reconnect. Enjoy sweeping coastal views, refined design, and a private sanctuary of refined luxury. This multi-award-winning villa offers a deeply restorative escape. Book direct to experience effortless luxury in a secluded setting. oldcoachroadestate.com.au
Tilly's Rest Escape the daily hustle and discover the beauty of Kangaroo Island with a stay at Tilly’s Rest. Perfect for couples or small families, this peaceful retreat immerses guests in the island’s unique natural landscape — rich with colour, wildlife, scents and serenity. A place to slow down, reconnect, and experience nature at its finest. aspiretinystays.com.au
Sol Hus Sol Hus offers elevated luxury accommodation on Kangaroo Island’s wild north coast, with three thoughtfully designed off-grid cabins inviting guests to slow down and reconnect with nature. Surrounded by rugged coastal landscapes, each stay reflects a deep commitment to sustainability, marine conservation and mindful living. Blending eco-tourism with comfort, Sol Hus delivers a distinctive escape inspired by a love of the ocean and natural world. solhus.com.au
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Top left: In the Garden at Maurecourt, Berthe Morisot, 1884, oil on canvas. 54cm x 65cm. Top right: What Fields with Reaper, Auvers, Vincent van Gogh, 1890, oil on canvas, 74cm x 93cm. Bottom left: Entrance to the Grand Canal, Venice, Paul Signac, 1905, oil on canvas, 74cm x 92cm. Bottom right: The City of Paris, Robert Delaunay, c. 1911, oil on canvas, 119cm x 173cm. All purchased with funds from the Libbey Endowment, Gift of Edward Drummond Libbey; Toledo Museum of Art, Ohio, United States of America.
Monet to Matisse
A rare collection of modern masters comes to Adelaide Opening 11 July, the Art Gallery of South Australia’s winter exhibition Monet to Matisse: Defying Tradition features fiftyseven works – never before seen in Adelaide – from the Toledo Museum of Art’s world-renowned collection. The exhibition traces the ground-breaking development of modern art in Europe and the United States. It reveals the stories of succeeding generations of painters and how the styles they invented – from Impressionism to Cubism, Surrealism to Abstract Expressionism – defied tradition and transformed modern art. ‘This important collaboration with Ohio’s Toledo Museum of Art will see masterworks travel to Adelaide, on display exclusively at AGSA,’ says AGSA director Jason Smith. ‘Monet to Matisse will reveal one of art history’s most transformative periods. ‘From van Gogh’s luminous haystacks to Monet’s iconic water lilies, visitors will encounter paintings by some of the world’s most influential artists – the innovators and trailblazers of their time whose work defied traditions and whose legacies continue to reverberate today.’
The exhibition includes works by Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas, Helen Frankenthaler, Henri Matisse, Piet Mondrian, Claude Monet, Berthe Morisot, Pablo Picasso, Robert Rauschenberg, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Vincent van Gogh, Josef Albers and James McNeill Whistler. Among the collection’s celebrated paintings will be a selection of paintings and works on paper from AGSA’s own collection, including works by Manet, Matisse, Picasso and Whistler, and a remarkable drawing by Édouard Vuillard, highlighting the international significance of AGSA’s collection. The exhibition is the first in AGSA’s new Winter Art Series, an initiative between the gallery and the South Australian government. The series will bring major international exhibitions exclusively to Adelaide during the winter seasons from 2026 to 2029. ‘The museum is renowned for the exceptional quality of its collection,’ says the Toledo Museum's director and CEO, Adam Levine. ‘Never before have so many of the museum’s masterworks travelled together, and we are proud to share them with audiences in Australia for the first time.’ Monet to Matisse: Defying Tradition is on display at the Art Gallery of South Australia from 11 July to 8 November 2026 and will be accompanied by a series of public programs and events. To book tickets, visit agsa.sa.gov.au.
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New locales Across the Fleurieu and surrounding coastal towns, there’s a shared thread running through a diverse mix of local small businesses – from a new cellar door and early childhood environment to independent retail, wellness and dining. Each is shaped
Above left: The earthy and intimate atmosphere at Tread Lightly in WIllunga is complemented by thoughtful, flavour-led food. Photos by Ben Macmahon. Above right: Enjoy historical Way’s Cottage for your next getaway. Charming and in walking distance to some of Mclaren Vale’s best wineries.
Tread Lightly, Willunga Wander down the staircase at Tread Lightly and discover a hidden underground restaurant situated on High Street in Willunga. An intimate, tucked-away space where low lighting, textured walls and warm design set the tone for a personal, immersive dining destination. The cellar is small and can fill quickly, bringing a lively energy to the room.
Way’s Cottage, McLaren Vale Sir Samuel Way built this charming cottage in the 1850s. While widely known as South Australia’s Chief Justice and Chancellor of the University of Adelaide, Sir Samuel also had a deep passion for rural life. His wife, Catherine ‘Kitty’ Blue Way, exuded warmth and hospitality making their homes welcoming places for family and visitors alike.
Each dish celebrates local, seasonal produce, layered with flavour and a quiet sense of place. Expect a menu that shifts with what’s fresh, bringing together refined technique and honest, produce-led cooking designed to be shared.
Way’s Cottage is an ideal location to explore the nearby surroundings. It sits within walking distance of Samuel’s Gorge winery, Dandelion Vineyards, Chapel Hill Wine and, for those nature lovers, just a stone’s throw from the Onkaparinga River National Park. Alternatively, the property’s stunning gardens offer the perfect opportunity to stay put and relax.
The wine list highlights small-batch and local producers – with every pour chosen to complement and elevate the food. Here, dining becomes something to savour, not rush, where conversations linger, glasses refill, and every element feels considered yet effortless. And a new chapter is already under way, with the ground floor currently being renovated and set to open in June as a full-service restaurant with thirty-five seats. @treadlightlywillunga
The owners are deeply connected to the Fleurieu, working in the wine industry, growing grapes and soon to be producing olive oil in the cottage’s historic olive grove which has original trees dating back one-hundred-and-fifty years. book-directonline.com/properties/wayscottage
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by local character and purpose, with an emphasis on thoughtful detail and genuine engagement in community. Together, they reflect a region where things are closely tied to their surroundings and to the people who live here.
Above left: The interiors of The Screaming Seagull are full of nautically themed decor and they brew an excellent coffee! Right: Shadow Creek Cellar Door pairs thoughtfully farmed wines with vineyard views, old gums and a beautifully relaxed sense of place.
The Screaming Seagull, O’Sullivan Beach Born from a simple conversation at the O’Sullivan Beach boat ramp, The Screaming Seagull came to life when one co-owner spotted an opportunity and asked the previous leaseholder a single question. Six months of hard work later, the café has taken flight, inspired by a shared love of the ocean and boating. It’s a nautical escape, rich in character, complete with handcrafted dive helmets and a wooden boat bar. With a focus on fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, the menu evolves like the tides. Indulge in chef-inspired toasties, baked goods from Mayfair Bakery, buttery croissants from Croissant D’Or Bakery, and standout coffee from BLK MRKT Coffee. The Screaming Seagull is deeply rooted in the Fleurieu, where the owners grew up, and is a celebration of community and coastal living. instagram.com/thescreamingseagull
Shadow Creek Cellar Door, McLaren Vale Discreetly located above Turraparri creek on a peaceful no-through road, Shadow Creek Cellar Door is a place of old gums, mud brick, recycled beams, birdlife, grazing stock and vineyard views. The beauty is in the honesty of the site – the paddocks, the creekline, the reclaimed materials, the family story and the quiet rhythm of life on the land. Guests are invited to slow down for a tasting experience that is relaxed, welcoming and distinctly South Australian. Sit with a glass, listen to the birds in the gums, watch the light move across the vines, and taste wines shaped by old vineyards and careful farming. Expect near-century-old, dry-grown Grenache, expressive McLaren Vale Shiraz, and bright Mediterranean varieties such as Fiano and Vermentino. Enjoy with seasonal pizzas, grazing plates and small plates for lingering, wine-led afternoons. Farmed with organic principles and regenerative practices since 2014, Shadow Creek is a cellar door with soul – authentic, elegantly understated, and unmistakably Australian. shadowcreek.com.au/cellar-door >
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Above left: Humbld Boutique offers vibrant fashion, swimwear and giftware for tweens, teens and women with an effortless, on-trend feel. Above right: Kate Ball, Director of Coastal Montessori Learning Centre, with some of their students.
Humbld Boutique, McLaren Vale Humbld Boutique is your new destination for fashion, giftware, skincare and swimwear. A mum-founded boutique set on McLaren Vale’s main street, Humbld is dedicated to style for tweens, teens and young women, offering thoughtfully selected pieces in sizes six to sixteen across girls’ and women’s ranges. The collection balances comfort, confidence and everyday wearability with an effortlessly on-trend edge. It boasts relaxed everyday essentials, swimwear made for sun-drenched days and elevated occasion wear for graduations, communions and special celebrations. Humbld makes dressing for every moment feel both luxurious and simple. Alongside fashion, you’ll find jewellery, skincare and carefully selected giftware, perfect for gifts or personal indulgence. Discover a boutique where style evolves with you, season after season and – with online shopping available – wherever you are. humbld.com.au
Coastal Montessori Early Learning Centre, Aldinga Tucked in the historic township of Aldinga, Coastal Montessori is a mindful, community-driven space shaped by its passionate owner, Kate Ball, whose vision centres on calm, curiosity and connection. With a background in early childhood education and a deep respect for the Montessori approach to self-directed exploration, Kate has created an environment that is both educational and deeply nurturing. Drawing on Montessori principles, the space is grounded yet gently inspiring, with natural materials and light-filled rooms that invite discovery. There’s a quiet intentionality to everything here – from the pace of the day to the way children are supported to move, learn and grow independently. More than a learning space, Coastal Montessori is deeply attuned to the rhythms of childhood, fostering confidence, independence and a genuine love of learning. coastalmontessori.com.au
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Bottom left: Jess from Cook with Jess at a cooking demo at the Willunga Farmers Market. Top left: Some of Jess's deliciously healthy food. Above right: Bare Tanning Lounge offers customised 24/7 spray tanning with a seamless, skin-first approach and effortlessly natural results.
Cook with Jess, McLaren Vale Cook with Jess is built on a simple but powerful idea: food should feel accessible, not overwhelming. Created by Jess, a culinary dietitian and chef, the platform blends nutrition science with everyday cooking to support people navigating chronic health conditions or simply seeking more confidence in the kitchen. Rather than prescribing rigid rules, Jess focuses on real-life solutions – turning complex dietary advice into practical, enjoyable meals. Cook with Jess is about meeting people where they are. Whether through one-on-one cook-sultations, hands-on kitchen sessions or supportive workshops, the emphasis is on learning by doing. Cooking is less about perfection and more about connection, building skills and small, sustainable change. It’s a practical, human approach to food – one that recognises health is personal and that the kitchen can be a place of empowerment, not stress. In every session and recipe, there’s an invitation to take your time, cook simply, and feel more at ease with food. See page 92 for more about Jess. cookwithjess.com.au
Bare Tanning Lounge, Port Noarlunga A New Kind of Glow, On Your Terms Bare Tanning Lounge was created to lift the spray tanning experience into something more modern, effortless and refined. The inspiration came from a gap in the market. Many tanning salons still operate on limited hours, outdated environments, and inconsistent results. Bare offers fully automated, 24/7 spray tanning, seamless and elevated from start to finish. Clients can book online, and tan in a private booth using professional-grade technology. Each session is voice guided and customised with a selection of shades to suit different skin tones and preferences. Bare is built on a “skin-first” philosophy. That means prioritising natural-looking results, healthy skin. The goal is always for the tan to blend seamlessly and wear beautifully and not look like a spray tan, but an enhanced version of your own skin. Port Noarlunga South felt like the perfect fit. It’s a growing, lifestylefocused area where people really value quality and simplicity in the services they choose. baretanninglounge.com.au > 33
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Above left: Class is in session at Rauw Form pilates studio. Believe the hype! Right: Refresh Cosmetics & IV offers nurse-led aesthetic and IV therapies with a calm, personalised approach focused on natural, balanced results. Photo by India Chappell.
Rauw Form Pilates, Port Noarlunga Founders Nik and Bills created Rauw Form studio with a simple intention: to bring together a genuine love of Pilates and a deep value for community. Located in Port Noarlunga South, Rauw exudes a relaxed environment from the moment you walk through the door.
Refresh Cosmetics & IV, Aldinga Sharing premises with ZibaFit Aldinga, Refresh Cosmetics & IV offers a considered alternative to the high-gloss world of aesthetic treatments. This nurse-led clinic places clinical integrity and personalised care at the centre of its approach, favouring subtle, balanced results over transformation.
The classes are intentionally zero-ego and open to all levels. Rauw is a place where movement is not about performance, but about how it feels in your own body. Whether you’re turning up the intensity or easing into something softer, you’re met with encouragement, energy and a feeling of ease that carries through every session.
Founded by an experienced registered nurse, the space is designed to feel calm, unhurried and genuinely attentive – where consultations are as much about listening as they are about treatment. From aesthetic treatments to tailored IV vitamin therapies, each service is guided by safety, individual goals and overall wellbeing.
But Rauw Form is about more than just movement. It’s about connection, about the conversations before and after class, about showing up to be a valued part of something. From your first visit, you’re not just a client, you’re part of the community. Because here, hanging out is just as important as working out. The team at Rauw can’t wait to welcome you in. rauwform.com.au
In an industry often driven by trends, Refresh Cosmetics & IV quietly champions a more measured philosophy: enhancing natural beauty, restoring confidence, and ensuring clients leave feeling like themselves – only refreshed and never overdone. refreshcosmeticsiv.com.au
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Left: Kristy Robertshaw at The Studio VH where they offer holistic wellbeing therapies including hypnosis and reiki in a calm, supportive space. RIght: Head to Yonder for fun vibes and great food and drinks at this new venue.
The Studio VH, Victor Harbor Driven by a passion for healing, personal transformation and the connection between mind and body, The Studio VH, located in Victor Harbor, offers a holistic approach to wellbeing in a calm and supportive environment. Founded by certified practitioner Kristy, the studio combines neuro linguistic programming (NLP), Time Line Therapy®, hypnosis and reiki to help individuals create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Through NLP techniques, clients are supported to reframe limiting beliefs, overcome challenges and move towards personal goals with greater clarity and confidence. Time Line Therapy® works to release emotional blockages from the past, while hypnosis encourages deep relaxation and access to the unconscious mind to unlock inner potential and personal growth. Reiki sessions further promote balance, harmony and energetic wellbeing. With a focus on empowerment, self-discovery and transformation, The Studio VH provides a welcoming space where change, healing and growth are possible forever. thestudiovh.com.au
Yonder, Aldinga Yonder is run by three sisters, Chelsea, Nikki and Megan. It’s a cellar door and restaurant designed for people to settle in and stay a while. It’s also the perfect party place. All created with the support of a very hands-on family who’ve helped bring the place to life. The sisters pour their own wines and spirits, alongside a rotating selection of boutique local producers. The food is built around bold, share-style plates with big flavour classics in the mix. The menu is inspired by Meg's travels through Mexico, the deep south of the United States, and South East Asia, with offerings such as the dedicated tequila and mezcal menu. The space itself is part of the attraction – indoor fires, open gardens and plenty of room to spread out. Plus it’s family friendly and available for private events. The big vision is to create somewhere you can come for a drink, end up staying all afternoon, and feel comfortable bringing anyone – friends, family and kids. Long term, the sisters want Yonder to become a destination in its own right – known for good drinks, an eclectic menu, and a relaxed atmosphere that feels easy and lots of fun from the moment you arrive. See page 52 for more about Yonder. 35
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Coorong.Life Story by Team FLM
Top: Cooring.Life is more than a retreat. It's been described as a 'creative sanctuary'. Photo by Jonathan VDK. Bottom left: The view out to Needles Island. Bottom right: The kitchen and dining area of the art residency apartment.
Coorong.Life is the creation of Kate Brooks – an artist, photographer and retreat host working from the edge of South Australia’s Coorong. More than a conventional retreat, Coorong.Life is a kind of living pause: a place shaped by landscape, slowness and the belief that creativity returns when pressure is removed. Brooks describes it as a ‘creative sanctuary’ where people can ‘stop being on’ and reconnect with stillness and their instinct to make.
Her philosophy is informed by her own artistic background and a growing discomfort with how institutionalised creative practice has become – increasingly tied to applications, outcomes and the need to constantly justify one’s work. Coorong.Life emerged as a quiet alternative to that structure: a place where creativity is not measured by productivity, but experienced as joy, curiosity, freedom and presence. At the centre of the project is the Coorong.Life Artist Residency, a week-long, self-directed residency open to painters, writers, designers, performers, scientists, herbalists and what Brooks
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Top and bottom left: The studio shop. Bottom right: Owner and creator of Coorong.Life Kate Brooks, with chihuahua Brandi Lee. Photo by Jacob Jennings.
simply calls ‘dreamers’. In place of a formal selection process, artists enter their names online and are chosen by a spinning wheel – a deliberately simple, non-hierarchical system that removes the language of grants and merit. ‘The wheel just seems to pick the person that needs it at the time,’ Brooks says. There are no required outcomes, no expectations to produce. Residents stay in a two-bedroom apartment beneath the main house with access to a shared studio and communal spaces, often moving between solitude, conversation and the shifting rhythms of the landscape outside.
What defines the residency most strongly is atmosphere. The Coorong – with its expansive lagoons, quiet light and immense sense of space – becomes both backdrop and collaborator. ‘I truly believe that stories are told through art – stories that last, stories that ignite a feeling,’ Brooks says. Underlying everything is a belief that creativity is not something to justify, but something essential to living well.
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Water People 3 June to 31 July
Words by Tyler Jackson Chappell.
Above: MP Jar, cobalt decorated glazed ceramic, Gerry Wedd, 48cm x 40cm. Photo by Grant Hancock.
For the fourth year running, Coral Street Art Space hosts Water People – an embodied expression of love and reverence for oceans, rivers and aquatic life. Each featured artist is deeply connected to water, a relationship reflected in subject matter and, in many cases, process. As waves and currents shift, so too does the natural world and the way we perceive it. In this exhibition, eight accomplished artists offer interpretations that move between past, present and imagined futures. This year, the exhibition has been curated by designer Maria Ellers. A lifelong love affair with the ocean and mountains led to a career in apparel design, art and textiles – working with companies like Speedo, Descente, Seafolly and The North Face. Maria brings a
material sensitivity to the selection of artists, shaping a dialogue between works that emphasise touch, flow and the quiet intelligence of water as both subject and collaborator. Gerry Wedd Gerry Wedd is one of Australia’s most celebrated ceramic artists. Growing up on the coast at Port Noarlunga, Gerry forged his relationship with the ocean early. It was a place to escape into and leave everything waiting on the shore. It was unconscious, but the ocean was part and parcel of his childhood and of those he grew up with. Having surfed on a regular basis since 1969 in all manner of places and in all sorts of weather conditions, Gerry goes whenever he can and couldn’t imagine the life of the ‘landlubber’. Surfing forces one to engage with nature and the shifting of seasonal conditions. Much of his work reflects the act of surfing through the aesthetics of painting ocean waves in a mix of naturalistic and stylised representations. Surfers are very aware of and engaged with the environment; they
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Top: Saltwater Woman, B&W by John Ogden. Bottom: Still from Shippies 2024 by Tim Bonython.
know the effects of tides, wind and weather and on some level understand the ecological seasonal shifts on the shoreline. Gerry’s collective work acts as a vessel for that knowledge. John Ogden John Ogden is an author and educator based in Sydney. His career began as a photojournalist in South East Asia during the Vietnam War, freelancing for a variety of publications. In 1976, he commenced studying literature, anthropology and filmmaking at the Western Australian Institute of Technology, graduating in 1979. Over the next three decades he worked as a director of photography in multiple genres of filmmaking and is an accredited member of the Australian Cinematographers Society. After losing his right eye in a surfing accident in 1998, Ogden established Cyclops Press, an independent publishing company dedicated to showcasing the work of Australian authors. John is the author of ten books. John has had a lifelong addiction to the ocean – in particular, that
sometimes thrilling, sometimes frightening energy zone where the ocean meets the shore. Throughout John’s life he has engaged with the ocean in its many moods, whether swimming, fishing, diving or surfing. Nowadays a visit to the beach is an almost daily occurrence, mainly just to swim or walk in contemplation of nature’s beauty. It remains a sanctuary in an everchanging world and never fails to revive his spirits. Tim Bonython Tim Bonython is behind some of the world's most iconic surf films, including Biggest Wednesday, Blackwater, May Dayz, Immersion and The Big Wave Project. With a camera in hand since 1978, Tim has spent decades chasing the world's biggest swell events, bringing him to the most remote and dangerous coastlines on earth. His breathtaking imagery and intimate storytelling capture the raw beauty, force and spirituality of the ocean in a way that few filmmakers have ever achieved. >
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Top left: RX543, Mark Callaghan. Top Right : RX873, Mark Callghan. Both oil, iron and copper on ACM, 2019. Bottom left: West Island Up Close & Personal, David Cocks, 50 x 60 cm. Bottom right: Goolwa Beach 8AM, David Cocks, 76 x 90cm. Both oil and acrylic on canvas.
For Water People, Tim will present an immersive cinematic experience: Big Ocean: Cinematic Journeys. The film speaks to the deep connection between people, water and the power of the natural world. This will be presented at Victa Cinema in conjunction with the exhibition and reflects Bonython's lifelong commitment to documenting big-wave surfing at its most awe-inspiring. Mark Callaghan Mark Callaghan is an artist whose work bursts with the raw energy of nature. Fortunate to have grown up close to the ocean, Mark felt early on the impact that proximity and immersion had on his mental and physical wellbeing. He points out that there is something about saltwater that you don't get from a lake or a river. Given it’s the birthplace of all life on earth, Mark acknowledges this deep primordial connection. As well as being incredibly regenerative, he also recognises the ocean’s destructive potential. The salt and waves combined with battering wind can wreak havoc on coastal areas and reshape
landscapes. In the grand scheme of things, this is all part of a cycle. It is this cycle of the tides, surf and movement of sand banks that he finds so fascinating. The Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, 'No man ever steps in the same river twice'. Mark views the ocean this way too: ‘When you get a perfect swell, bank or tide, it creates a sense of time almost slowing down where you can't help but appreciate the moment. You know that it won't be just like this ever again and you won't be either.’ David Cocks David Cocks’s paintings have an uncanny way of capturing the feeling of the first glimpse of the coast after rolling over the sand dunes. Having spent much of his life at the beach, surfing and living in Middleton since 2019, David has developed a deep and lasting connection with the sea. Over the past five years, as he has taken painting more seriously and become a student of the ocean, he has more closely monitored its moods and characteristics. David is particularly drawn to seascapes. More recently, his
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Top left: Whale Arms, Rita Kluge. Top left: Swallows Cave, Rita Kluge. Bottom left: Detail of Tdapul (water brings life.) Represents the saltwater in our ocean and rivers. And the freshwater on the land and underneath in water tunnels. Goompi Ugerabah. Bottom right: Kingingyarra (oyster and wild hopbush). Represents gathering of oysters for food. Goompi Ugerabah.
work has taken him down a nostalgic path inspired by the South Australian surfing culture of the 1960s and 1970s. He views the ocean as a challenging subject for an artist to master: 'With truth the most important aspect of art, if the ocean isn’t captured truthfully, a painting simply doesn’t work'. David hopes people who view his paintings walk away thinking that he has faithfully captured the pure essence of the sea. Rita Kluge Growing up landlocked in Germany, it was pure luck that Rita joined a friend’s Kombi van adventure to Portugal. It was 1988 and five of them drove thirty-eight hours to see the Atlantic Ocean. Huge rolling waves roared into shore. Little did Rita know the beauty of the ocean would be the catalyst for a lifelong connection with the marine environment. Fourteen years ago, Rita witnessed humpback whales migrating by the east coast in Sydney. She was stunned by these huge animals and documenting them was the beginning of her photographic
journey, including providing her photographs to a non-profit organisation. Having learned about whales through working closely with the research team, Rita later found herself in Tonga, leading tours and swimming with these gentle giants of the sea. Rita views exhibits like Water People, books, shows, photography and film as ways of giving people a deeper insight and understanding of the beauty of our marine world, a world that few people have access to. Education is key. The more people learn and care about these animals, the more they realise the need to love and look after them. Goompi Goompi Ugerabah (Goompi meaning possum), born Stephen Larcombe, is an award-winning artist and culture man, descendant from the Gurreng Gurreng people (Bundaberg region, Queensland). Goompi was born and lived all of his life on Kombumerri and Minjungbal tribal lands (Gold Coast and Tweed Heads). As well as being a prolific Aboriginal artist, he is the song man of world > 41
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Top: Divinity. Bottom: Grace. Both works mixed media on canvas by Mark Rhodes.
renowned Aboriginal dance troupe Bundjalung Kunjiel. After years of practising cultural song and dance with many cultural teachers, including initiated lore men, Goompi discovered his talent for visual arts in his early twenties and quickly developed his own, unique style. As a right of passage he was given permission to tell the stories through the ancient language system. Now forty-five, Goompi has been learning and practising culture for over thirty years, representing the people of his birthplace (with permissions). He expertly engages in the art of storytelling through dot and line work of varying sizes and the use of colours reminiscent of the ochres found around his homeland. His work explores the world at the ocean’s edge, where saltwater and fresh water meet on the land. He also highlights the fact that before settlement his home was a coastal rainforest, abundant in life and natural resources. Mark Rhodes Growing up on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, Mark has always been both surrounded and enamoured by his immediate environment, developing his painting style through a unique set of techniques to capture fluidity and organic form. ‘My desire is to
stimulate an emotional reaction to the landscapes that I create. A fusion of dynamics and softness which pay homage to the colours and forces of nature. Many years of surfing have allowed me to experience the infinite possibilities that nature is capable of creating,’ he says. With a vast portfolio of more than two thousand works, Mark’s exploration of his environment is as expansive as the landscapes he paints, with each individual work offering a distinct reflection of nature’s endless movement and beauty. His portrayal of diffused light and bold shapes create a dreamscape of an ever-changing natural world. As Water People gathers these varied voices, a shared current emerges: water as memory, teacher, healer and force beyond control. Across painting, film, photography and ceramics, the artists remind us that our lives are inseparable from tides, weather, coastline and sea. To stand with these works is to feel wonder, humility and connection. May this exhibition invite deeper care for the waters that shape us, sustain us and continue to move through every part of life.
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Built for living Story by Petra de Mooy. Photography by Sam Noonan.
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Page left and this page above: The home centres around a courtyard where a naturally filtered pool reflects light through the interiors so that ‘you feel it everywhere'. Jewel-toned tiles, lush plantings and outdoor upholstery in rust, brown and off-white soften the wood, corten steel and stone tiling.
Having the luxury of seeing Sam Noonan’s photographs before our visit to this home offered an enticing preview of the property. Versatile spaces shift effortlessly from indoors to out. Generous breezeways with floor-to-ceiling windows and flooring, running seamlessly from brick to polished concrete, dissolve boundaries and introduce a sense of mystery. The materials are simple, but their idiosyncratic yet deeply thoughtful application makes the design compelling. Owners Matt and Jenna are clearly a couple with vision. They’ve created a place that is both very liveable and of enviable style. Working with Alan Cooper of Finesse Built to design the layout and get the material balance exactly right was the masterstroke. It’s a warm day when we arrive. There’s a meandering road leading to the flat expanse of the property. With time the garden will play
a key role in how everything is experienced, but for now freshly planted flowering gum, banksia, salt bush and baby blue gum sway gently in the wind. The openness of the landscape feels in harmony with the grazing land of the neighbouring property. I enjoy not being sure whether to turn right or left. Every angle has a purpose and holds interest. We decide to go right to park and skip through a clear path in the garden. The home is giving ruralmeets-very-chic vibes. The ceiling height and generous width in the long entry hallway set the tone. The matte brick flooring and large plate-glass windows enhance the illusion that the space is part of the exterior landscape. The hallway wall eventually curves into the main living area and leads to the generously proportioned kitchen and dining area. The concrete counter stretches out to an eat-in kitchen table. Large woven cloth pendants soften the space and the richly textured tiles behind the stovetop give a sense of luxe. Having Matt as a concrete expert in the family has reaped >
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Page left and above: Matte brick and polished concrete flooring transition seamlessly to warm timber, while a sculptural stone fireplace anchors the space. A sunken living room with a generous green plush sofa invites pause, with the courtyard visible from every room.
rewards. The floor’s off-white, diamond-polished aggregate stretches out towards the dining area and the gorgeous double-sided, naturalstone fireplace. For Matt and Jenna, that sense of openness in the landscape was part of the initial draw. The land itself carried a kind of stillness. It was the kind of place where ‘you just breathe in the air and it feels right,’ as they recall. Coming from nearby Flagstaff Hill, the shift was immediate – more space, more quiet, and a way of living that felt embedded in nature rather than separate from it. The day we visit, Jenna is relaxed and reposed and I get the feeling she experiences her life here as a sanctuary.
The original home on the site was built by Matt and was already a well-considered design, but over time the desire emerged to elevate it further – bringing in more warmth, personality, function and connection to landscape. Working with Finesse Built, the project evolved into a more layered and expressive reflection of how they wanted to live. The transformation, Jenna explains, was both practical and emotional. Large sections were cleared and rebuilt over a concentrated period, a process she describes as ‘stressful’ but ultimately defining. What emerged was a home that retained its original structure but introduced new material richness, stronger indoor-outdoor connections, and a clearer architectural rhythm. > 47
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Page left, top: An entertainer’s kitchen is functional and both relaxed and sophisticated. The lofty ceilings throughout enhance the views out to the outdoors. Bottom: The breezeway in matt brick combines liveable finishes with textural elements seen in the Moroccan glass pendants, wooden table and sage-coloured textural tiles. This page top and bottom left: Curved walls, timber-lined ceilings and beautifully crafted joinery throughout. Right: Timber walkways and decking wrap the home, creating sheltered places to retreat throughout the day.
Much of the home now centres around a courtyard where water has become a focal point. The naturally filtered pool sits as a reflective surface at the heart of daily life. Jenna describes how the water shifts through the day, casting light into the interior and creating a sense that ‘you feel it everywhere’. The jewel-toned tiles in the pool and surrounding plantings are framed by soft rendered walls designed by landscape designer Alison Gardiner. I am particularly drawn to the upholstery of the outdoor furniture in rusts, browns and off-white, softening the wood, corten steel and stone tiling. When it came to the interiors, the couple procured the services of Michelle Attard from MAD Studio who helped them select gorgeous furnishings, lighting and tilework, all selected for high style without compromising on comfort. Unique elements like wooden doors
and a mosaic fountain were purchased in Morocco by Mish. Sitting within the soft-edged stucco walls, they enhance the tactile language of the design. This willingness to lean into colour and texture became a defining aspect of the project. Jenna intentionally moved against safer, more neutral suggestions, instead layering timber, rendered surfaces and handcrafted elements. The result is a home that feels personal rather than prescribed. A plush velvet couch sits within a sunken living room anchored by the stone fireplace. Curves echo through the space. Large plateglass windows and clerestory glazing enhance the generous height and volume of the rooms. >
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Top left: The guest bathroom. Top right and bottom: The exterior – with time the garden will play a key role in how everything is experienced, but for now freshly planted natives gently frame the entrance.
For Alan Cooper, the design intent was always to allow the house to unfold gently rather than impose itself. The planning centres around openness and retreat – spaces that flow into one another rather than being strictly divided. Materials were chosen for how they age and soften over time. Instead of aiming for perfection, the design embraces patina and change, allowing the house to become more embedded in its environment as years pass. One of the most distinctive elements is the way movement is handled throughout the site. Curved forms and softened edges guide circulation intuitively, encouraging a slower, more fluid experience of the home. ‘There was a level of complexity in resolving the curved walls and junctions, particularly in maintaining clean finishes. It required careful detailing and skilled execution on site; and at times starting again to make sure the end finish aligned with adjacent materials,’ Alan shares.
Climate and orientation were also critical drivers. Deep overhangs, shaded walkways and sheltered outdoor rooms respond directly to sun and wind conditions, particularly given the site’s exposure. These transitional spaces are treated not as peripheral, but as essential parts of how the home is lived in. Despite its architectural refinement, the home remains grounded in everyday life. Jenna speaks openly about balancing beauty with practicality – managing family life, keeping spaces liveable, and allowing imperfections to exist. It is not a static showpiece, but a working home shaped by use, weather, children and time. In the end, what holds the project together is not a singular aesthetic decision, but alignment between builder, designer and client around how the house should feel: open, tactile, relaxed and deeply connected to its surroundings.
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I’m meant to be interviewing sisters Chelsea, Nikki and Megan but somehow they’ve flipped the script and are interviewing me. They’re so warm and interested that it takes me a moment to remember I’m the one asking the questions. Sitting together in their new restaurant and cellar door, Yonder – formerly Aldinga’s Big Easy Radio – their curiosity is so infectious and their desire for connection so genuine that, by the time I leave, I’m convinced anything they put their hands to will flourish. It’s all hands on deck as the family prepares for an anticipated
mid-July opening. Husbands are digging holes and their mother is in the garden, planting every variety of citrus imaginable alongside garlic, herbs and greens destined for the kitchen. Their eightyyear-old father is defying his age, shovelling trailer loads of soil. It is unmistakably a family affair. In the eleven years they’ve worked together, the sisters have built an impressive track record. It began when Megan, the youngest, was working punishing hours as a chef in some of Adelaide’s leading restaurants, while middle sister Nikki was juggling shift work as a nurse. One night, over a bottle – or perhaps three – of wine, they decided something had to change. How would they ever build the lives and families they wanted with hours like those? By the end of the evening, they had bought a food van and mapped out a new future, catering events on their own terms. Chelsea, the
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Venturing Yonder Story by Nina Keath. Photography by Jason Porter. Above: The open plan interiors of Yonder open out to a large al fresco dining area outside. A perfect place to while away an evening or afternoon.
eldest, was a fulltime mother to three young children at the time. When she heard about the plan the next day, her reaction was immediate. ‘I knew straight away they were missing a vital ingredient,’ she deadpans. ‘Me!’ And so, Cargo Catering Co was born. In the years since, the sisters have gone from strength to strength, each one encouraging the others to dream a little bigger, and then bigger still: a purpose-built catering space in Marleston, multiple cafes and, most recently, the Jackson Square event venue in Hindmarsh. ‘Every year we’d take on something new,’ Megan says. ‘And with each step, our confidence grew. The stakes got higher, but we acclimatised as we went.’
Yonder is their boldest vision yet, unfolding in stages. The first phase is a restaurant and cellar door, where Megan has been shaping a menu grounded in local, seasonal produce. ‘I’ve been raiding all the roadside stalls for local fruit and veggies to pickle and preserve,’ she grins. The dishes are bold, produce-driven and designed to land in the middle of a table to be shared – playful combinations like chicken wings with house peach hot sauce and chimichurri; stracciatella with tomato kimchi and pistachio; salt and pepper eggplant with black vinegar caramel. The drinks list carries the same exuberant, local spirit. Regional favourites sit alongside a playful tequila and mezcal offering. At its heart is their Yonder house line, created in collaboration with smallbatch local producers and shaped by a recent personal shift > 53
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Page left and above top: Expect bold flavour and share plates on the menu. Bottom left and right: Organic spirits made in collaboration with local distilleries will be blended into some very fun and tasty cocktails.
within the family that has deepened the sisters’ commitment to organic, glyphosate-free food and wine. That shift is Chelsea’s breast cancer diagnosis, an experience that has influenced not only what they serve, but how they think about health and hospitality. Like everything the sisters do, this too has become a shared undertaking. ‘We got Chelsea’s diagnosis on the day of the cooling-off period for this property,’ Nikki says. Megan picks up the story. ‘We were ready to pull out, but Chelsea said, “I’m going to get better – and I’ll need something to do.” It’s shifted our focus around what we offer here. We’ve leaned into produce that is organic, local, holistic and genuinely nourishing.’ Chelsea’s diagnosis has sharpened their sense of purpose too. ‘Once the restaurant and cellar door is up and running, we want to build a health retreat with a real wellness focus,’ Chelsea says.
The vision is for bespoke accommodation, a substantial event space, and places to rest and restore, from a purpose-built pool to saunas and spas. As they lead me towards the site of the future retreat, the vast expanse of autumn-tinged hills opens before us, sunlit and spectacular. The sisters turn to me as one, beaming. ‘Isn’t it beautiful?’ After a quiet moment, Chelsea sighs, ‘It’s heaven here.’ It would be easy to assume a wellness retreat and cellar door might feel exclusive, but at Yonder it’s the opposite. They point out a sandpit and play area for younger children and a basketball court for teens. ‘We wanted to give them somewhere to hang out – and maybe even have their first kiss,’ Nikki says, knowingly. They’re determined this will be a place where families feel at home. It’s something they experienced growing up on Kangaroo Island, >
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Top and bottom left: The newly furnished and decorated space at Yonder. Top right: Your hosts Chelsea, Nikki and Megs. Bottom right: The lawn area for lounging is adjacent to the newly built kitchen where chef Megs will be creating magic.
where their parents turned the family lounge room into a successful restaurant on weekends. Dinners often stretched into something closer to a party – a spirit the sisters are now recreating at Yonder, where strangers meet, linger and leave as friends. Their ‘have a go’ attitude runs deep. Their father once hunted treasure on sunken Spanish galleons and Nikki jokes, ‘If you’re going to be a treasure hunter, you can’t tell us not to start a restaurant.’
It’s not without its moments. Chelsea admits she’d had to apologise to Megan the day before. ‘Well,’ Megan replies, smiling, ‘I had to apologise to Nikki, so we’re square.’ ‘Every day we stuff up,’ Chelsea says. ‘But we’re committed to growing and learning together.’ ‘Yep, use your sisters to learn how to be better,’ laughs Nikki.
‘People ask how we work so closely with family,’ she adds more seriously, ‘but I honestly don’t know how anyone does it without family.’
Megan pauses, reflecting on a recent moment in the garden. ‘Mum and I were up to our knees in dirt and I said, “I’m so glad we get to do this together”.’
Megan nods. ‘I’d never be brave enough to do this on my own. But when all of us are saying “Let’s do it”, there’s this shared confidence. If something doesn’t work, that’s shared. And when it succeeds, the win belongs to all of us.’
Her sisters smile. ‘We are going to open and serve some people at some stage,’ says Nikki, ‘but right now, we’re just really enjoying hanging out with each other.’
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Balancing Plates returns as ‘After Hours at Wirra Wirra’ 16 June 2026 | Wirra Wirra Vineyards, McLaren Vale. Supporting mental health and connection in hospitality.
Hospitality workers from across the Fleurieu Peninsula will come together for an evening of conversation and wellbeing at the next Balancing Plates – After Hours at Wirra Wirra event on 16 June. Now in its third year, Balancing Plates was created by a group of local leaders through the Fleurieu Future Leaders program in response to growing concerns around burnout, stress, isolation and mental health challenges within the hospitality industry. Designed specifically for those working in restaurants, cafés, cellar doors and venues across the region, the initiative offers a rare opportunity for hospitality workers to step away from the pressures of service and focus on their own wellbeing. The upcoming event will provide a calm and supportive environment where chefs, front-of-house staff, cellar door teams and café workers can rest, recharge and reconnect with peers who understand the unique demands of the industry. Through shared experiences and open conversations, the evening aims to foster stronger support networks and encourage a culture where mental health is prioritised, not overlooked.
Organisers say the event is about recognising the people behind the Fleurieu’s celebrated food, wine and tourism scene – an industry built on long hours, emotional labour and constant care for others. 'Hospitality is powered by people who give so much of themselves creating memorable experiences for others,' the organising team says. 'Balancing Plates – After Hours at Wirra Wirra is about creating space for those people to pause, connect and feel supported. Genuine connection and community can have a powerful impact on mental health, particularly in an industry where burnout and stress are so common.' Set within the iconic surrounds of Wirra Wirra Vineyards, the evening will also highlight the importance of supportive workplaces, open dialogue and community care across the region’s hospitality sector. The Fleurieu Future Leaders team hopes the initiative will continue to grow, helping to strengthen wellbeing across the industry and encourage lasting cultural change around mental health in hospitality. Who should attend: hospitality workers across the Fleurieu Peninsula. Tickets: usefull.com.au/event/balancing-plates3 Look out for further dates in 2026!
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Botanical and mechanical The treasures and art of Michel Wyman and David Archer Story by Tyler Jackson Chappell. Photography by Jason Porter.
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Page left: The Human Bird – an early piece of David’s is rich in symbolic references. This page: An eclectic collection on the mantelpiece plays host to relics found and art made.
Stepping onto Michel Wyman and David Archer’s sprawling rural property in Blewitt Springs, that first sight is an exploding cornucopia of creation, natural and human. Flowers and hand-made windmills. A swimming pool turned water garden. All before you enter the house and sheds containing treasures beyond the dreams of the most seasoned op shoppers and antique hunters. Michel Wyman (known affectionately as Chelsie), a creator of bespoke floral arrangements, and David Archer, a prolific artist and maker, share not just their lives but also a passion for the collection and stewardship of unique objects from other times. They are treading interwoven creative paths: their home, work and hobbies are expressions of that eclectic journey.
Their little slice of creative heaven was hard won. It took five years of driving up and down from the city, endless hours scouring the internet and copious conversations with real estate agents. Disheartened and about to purchase a property they had convinced themselves would suffice, a hail-mary google search uncovered their dream home. It had the space that was top of their list – land as well as storage. That spaciousness provides ample room for Michel's flora and David’s robust collection of future artwork fodder – and also allows them a new-found peace. ‘We've got space ... There are not so many distractions around here,’ says David. Michel agrees. ‘I think, in the country, that's what the aim is, to slow down a bit. We often go for a walk in the evening … Almost daily we say to each other how lucky we are to be living in this place.’ Michels’s artistic medium is nature, manifested in Vintage Vase Flowers, a bespoke flower-arranging business. She derives an immense amount of satisfaction from growing something from > 61
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Above top: Michel’s expansive collection of colourful vintage vases are displayed in the living room. Bottom: Ceramic vases ready for creating adorn her workspace.
seed to flower, intentional arrangement and rescuing vintage vessels with their own unique beauty. ‘I'll be out there in the garden Friday morning and I will be cutting flowers, knowing what colour scheme the client wants … And that's the most joy for me – creating something beautiful and individual,’ she says. David’s art and interests stand in beautiful juxtaposition to Michel’s. He has always been fascinated with how things work. In his youth, he began pulling things apart to see their inner mechanisms. He later completed a trade at Perry Engineering as a boilermaker and welder and then worked for a company that manufactured trailers – until his brother handed him an application for what was then
Underdale campus for the for the South Australian School of Art. There he completed a degree in ceramic design and became a production potter and ceramic designer. Parallel to making many thousands of pots, he nurtured a knack for metal fabrication. Hand-cranked, interactive and – as of late – made of recycled materials, David's pieces reflect his desire to excite audiences about his subject matter: circuses, carnivals and oddities he calls his ‘odditorium.’ He explains that ‘a lot of it is about entertaining the audience. But I get a lot of pleasure when something presents a challenge – a mechanical challenge or some practical challenge – I like working through that.’
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Above left: Archers Arcadia. An assortment of David’s sculptures and inventions. Above right: A mixture of procured and created objects.
Though their practices may seem vastly different, Michel and David are profoundly intertwined. Whether it's David getting Chelsie out to the shed to hear her thoughts or Michel making use of David’s engineering wizardry, collaboration and honesty are ever present.
hunt can be quite competitive. In between bouts of laughter Michel and David explain, ‘We have our own niches and we will quite often grab the niche piece of the other person, hold on to it till the end. Yeah, it's teasing. It's playful teasing.’
Alongside honesty, collecting has been a throughline of their relationship since its genesis. It began twenty-five years ago with a simple smile – fittingly, at a garage sale. David shares the first moment he saw Michel: ‘I think [she was] wearing overalls … pigtails or a ponytail and this huge smile on her face.’ The years since have included countless fairs, markets and roadside detours.
What happens when they’re after the same treasure? ‘It's a game and it's fun … because we're both so passionate about it, you know, we pull up the car at a sale and we've both kind of got the car door ready to go.’ Their game has codes and rules and, as such, dirty tactics are in play. David confesses to sometimes parking in front of a shrub blocking Michel’s door, ‘by accident’ of course.
From constant rubbernecking down side streets to choosing country town roadtrip destinations based on their op shops, it’s all fun. The
While both covet anything vintage, retro or mid-century modern, they each have their areas of expertise. David's are old tools, > 63
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Top left: David Archer in his element – the shed-cum-studio – tinkering and building. Top right: Michel Wyman in the couple’s living room. Bottom left: An unknowing character in one of David’s future projects? Middle and bottom right: Scenes from David and Michel’s sprawling property; the natural pool and the back verandah where Michel creates her Vintage Vessels and a place to enjoy an afternoon cuppa.
vintage electronics, motor scooters (specifically German mid 50s Zündapp Bellas, of which he has more than a few) and any mechanical oddities that could have a second life in his art. For Michel, it’s clothes, fabrics, kitchenalia and garden art. Will their collecting adventures and habits last forever? That remains to be seen. David acknowledges the amount of collected paraphernalia means he has trouble remembering where he has put a certain perfect element (the example he uses is a cannonball) but it's a hard habit to kick and he’s committed to giving forgotten goods a new life.
Michel, too, rejects the throw-away life: ‘I have a huge appreciation of the aesthetic, skill and workmanship [of vintage things]. We live in such a disposable society … I feel like I have this duty, this has to be nurtured and if I’m not going to be the custodian of it then I will find someone else who will appreciate it.’ David and Michel are not alone. More and more consumers are turning towards quality over convenience. Contemporary makers are turning their attention to refined craft. Reuse, recycle and upcycle are part of the modern lexicon. David and Michel are shining examples of preserving and repurposing the quality of the past, giving it new life as art.
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Jaynie Langford: Curating connection
Story by Poppy Fitzpatrick. Photography by Jason Porter.
If the walls of Sauerbier House could speak, they would weave together nearly one-hundred-and-thirty years of stories from when they were constructed in the 1890s. Sauerbier House Coordinator, Jaynie Langford, has borne witness to their more recent history as a council-owned arts centre and culture exchange since 2015. She reflects fondly on over a decade of memories and her earlier journey to this unique arts space in Port Noarlunga. Jaynie’s personal history is colourful, with a thread of art interlaced through each chapter. Born in Tasmania and raised in Brisbane, she went on to study theatre in her early twenties, majoring in set design. This immersed her in the world of lighting, stage management and costuming, including time in the wardrobe department during a Melbourne run of Cats.
An adventurous and nomadic spirit, Jaynie later changed course, heading to the now-demolished opal mining town of Mintabie in South Australia’s Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands. As a self-proclaimed ‘wild, bushy, feral, dreadlock thing’, she moved around a bit but made a home in the red dirt of the outback for six years with her two children, Lily and Boe. When Lily reached school age, Jaynie moved the family to the Fleurieu, enrolling her at the Willunga Waldorf School. Amid raising her children as a single parent, Jaynie returned to study, completing a Bachelor of Arts at O’Halloran Hill TAFE, followed by Honours at UniSA. Originally a painter, her practice evolved into digital spaces. Her Honours thesis explored the aesthetics of gestural texting (using non-verbal communication in digital spaces) and how using mobile phones shapes contemporary language – a subject that remains strikingly relevant. Alongside her studies, Jaynie worked for Avant Card – Australia’s now-closed free postcard advertising company – giving her a unique lens into the marketing side of the arts.
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Page left: Jaynie Langford, coordinator of Sauerbier House. Above: Sauerbier House on the banks of the Onkaparinga (Ngangkiparingga) River.
Jaynie’s talent led to a Master’s scholarship at UniSA, inclusion in the exhibition Hatched: National Graduate Show at the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts, support from the Helpmann Academy, and the acquisition of her work by prestigious Art Bank Australia. Following the opening of Sauerbier House as a culture exchange in 2015, Jaynie joined the team as a casual employee under the leadership of Hope Deane. When Hope departed, Jaynie stepped into the coordinator role, where her many lives and skills stitched seamlessly together. Under Jaynie’s direction, the space is primarily led by its Artist in Residence program, alongside a robust exhibition series. Variously supporting and representing the projects of around twenty visiting and local artists or collectives a year, the program carves out time for emerging and established artists to hone their craft and focus on their practice – and present their works to the community.
‘It's wild, the way so many different artists have responded to the area – from the plants that sit in the region, to the rivers, what's in the river, what's under the river, the bird life and surrounding society,’ Jaynie reflects. ‘For some artists, responding to the site really isn't an external, concrete thing, but an internal reflection.’ The ability to speak directly with an artist in residence and observe their practice is a unique and invaluable part of Sauerbier House that Jaynie carefully nurtures, making the sometimes-intimidating world of contemporary arts accessible to the public. Jaynie holds her pride in the evolution of Sauerbier House and her own contributions humbly – but her passion is palpable. As many seasons of the culture exchange have passed – through its tenants, visitors, coastal storms, river floods and busy summers – Jaynie has continued to curate and foster an impressive patchwork of contemporary art practices right here on the Fleurieu.
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Woman strong Words by Greta French-Kennedy.
Above: Greta French-Kennedy guiding a client in her Woman Strong program.
What if the way women have been told to get fit, lose weight, be disciplined, motivated and live healthily is actually based on a man’s hormonal rhythms, not a woman’s? This idea sits at the heart of Woman Strong, my eight-week strength-training program. After two sold-out rounds at Ziba Fit and Wellness Aldinga, it’s clear that other women feel the same. As a physiologist and women’s health coach, I want to achieve two very important things with Woman Strong. Firstly, my aim is to help women understand and work with their natural cyclical rhythms through all stages of life. Secondly, I want to give women the experience of feeling strong in their bodies, with the confidence and inspiration to continue strongly into their older years. That’s why the program is holistic. It includes twice-weekly strength classes and weekly educational workshops, covering a range of topics to build strength, including nutrition, recovery, cycle health, mindset and injury prevention. Strength training is often the missing link for women – especially as we age. Fifteen years of experience working in rehabilitation in the public health system has shown me just how much muscle function and muscle weakness affect patient outcomes. After the age of thirty, muscle mass and function begin to decline. In contrast to men’s linear decline, women’s decline is much more rapid through the perimenopausal years. And unfortunately this population is one of the most sedentary. Strength training is one of the most effective ways to combat the health changes that result from declining oestrogen levels during this time. Building muscle mass and function is like medicine for our hormones – it can literally ease the transition through menopause and support women’s lives well into later years. Woman Strong is not about aesthetics. In fact, the myth about 'bulking up' has sadly turned women away from the area of the
gym they need the most. After menopause, weightlifting enhances neuroplasticity – a remodeling of the brain arising from the positive stress on the body when functioning without high levels of oestrogen. Being physically strong is one of the most powerful ways of reducing women’s risk of cognitive decline. For me, this work is deeply personal. After having a baby and experiencing postpartum depletion, getting strong again at Ziba Fit was what brought me back to life, physically and emotionally. There is something about building strength that goes beyond the physical, and science supports this. That feeling of leaving the gym stronger and more resilient carries into every part of life – into motherhood, work and how we show up each day. That’s certainly the experience of Woman Strong participants. 'It was life changing,’ says Jay, whose objective was to lose fat and gain muscle mass over the eight-week program, but who left with so much more. ‘I feel so different in my body. I avoided the gym my whole life. But for me a bunch of epic women and a good coach has been a highlight.' Hannah describes the program as 'a mindset shift from “I have to” to “I want to”.’ For Kerri, it was a psychological shift as much as a physical one. 'The program pushed me out of my comfort zone in the best way. While I became physically stronger, the biggest shift was understanding how capable my body is,’ she says. There is something powerful that happens when women come together – and something even more impactful when they get strong together. Woman Strong was never designed to be just another eight-week gym program. It’s a completely different approach to women’s health, one that supports our bodies and our lives, well into our later years. Woman Strong will continue to run during school terms throughout 2026 and beyond. Contact Greta French-Kennedy for more information: @greta_frenchkennedy
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Schooled by nature Story by Tyler Jackson Chappell. Photography by Liza Savchuk.
Above: Bush Pods Nature School founder Schandra Verzi has infectious energy and passion for teaching in this setting.
I arrived to meet Schandra Verzi just in time to join a group of children digging into their snacks beneath the shade of one of the idyllic trees growing at the Bush Pods Nature School. The almond- and grape-filled lunchboxes were a given but what followed was entirely unexpected. I was privy to an impromptu lesson on white-tip spider dwellings and how to identify certain types of ants. I also learnt some other fun facts: ‘When you’re walking, your body sends electrical signals in forty milliseconds’ and black mamba venom is delivered through holes in their teeth. The lesson on spiders came from Schandra but the information about the nervous system and serpent anatomy and physiology
came from a bright-eyed young boy, almost exploding with wisdom to offer. That collaborative, equitable sharing of thoughts and ideas is a vital aspect of the Bush Pods ethos: ‘We come here as teachers and learners every day.’ Educator Schandra Verzi founded the Bush Pods with the vision of empowering children to be entirely themselves, to navigate, to discover, to build independence and confidence in an ever-changing world through playful exploration. Located on revegetated land in McLaren Vale, the school gives children up to the age of thirteen the opportunity to experience the transformative power of connection to nature. For five years, Schandra and her team have engaged in the type of communal conversation I heard under that tree, amplifying every voice and listening intently. This particular educational round table
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Top left: Action on the tree swing. Top right: Communal conversation and learning is a fundamental aspect of Bush Pods; here everyone gets to grow together. Bottom left: Schandra embracing what nature has to offer. Bottom right: The Bush Pods Nature School team.
evolved into storytime about snake encounters, which seamlessly shifted into a group decision on the next destination for explorative play. The horse hideout won out as the people’s choice. Schandra grew up in an environment that championed learning. She went on to study anthropology and fine art and eventually built her own career in education, which allowed her to see the various limitations of the education system. A winding and challenging road led her to where she finds herself now, a place of service, inspiration and growth. Bush Pods began five years ago with a single child. Through community-building and a tremendous amount of work – both internally and externally – Schandra has now led Bush Pods and her vision to the cusp of a beautiful blossoming. The structures that exist, from accreditation and insurance to the way society defines success, have been part of a complex path. Through her deep desire to learn
and foster community, Schandra has gracefully met every challenge along the way. Schandra is now considering how she can share the profound lessons she has learned with more people. Nature and play have long been understood as pillars of mental, physical and emotional health; Schandra is now on a mission to bring the Bush Pods principles to parents and fellow educators. My conversation with Schandra came to a close at the base of a sprawling melaleuca tree. In every direction branches stretched outward with kids exploring, climbing, navigating and collaborating; building swings and cubbies or simply sitting and chatting. Looking out over the winding natural playground, with the sun dancing through the branches, suddenly all of Schandra’s ideas of what nature play can offer make perfect sense.
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Between tradition and intuition Words by Petra de Mooy.
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Page left: Earth Speaks – large wall weaving. Above: Journey of Souls, acrylic on canvas.
Elisabeth Blomberg is a Wiradjuri weaver and painter who creates under the name Wiinya, which means shedding of light on understanding. Her practice is grounded in memory, reawakening and a deep connection to Country. Born on Wiradjuri land in Orange, NSW and raised largely in Sydney, her early creative life was shaped not by formal training but by family – particularly her maternal grandparents, who taught her to paint and introduced her to cultural practice through making, storytelling and time spent on Country. Her childhood moved between urban life and regular returns to her grandparents’ home, where art, ceremony and connection to land were lived experiences rather than abstract ideas. Although creativity was central in her early years, Elisabeth moved away from it in her twenties, a period she describes as focused
more on ‘figuring it out’. In her own words, ‘It was a time of going out and drinking and all the stuff.’ Elisabeth had, at that stage, moved to Melbourne and though she did a bit of graphic design, it wasn’t until she relocated to Kaurna land in South Australia in her late twenties that something shifted. Drawn by a need for space and a deeper sense of belonging, she returned to making art as a way of reconnecting both to herself and to her cultural lineage. Elisabeth’s parents had moved to a property in McLaren Vale and after a few visits she felt drawn to a simpler life and more connection to nature and as she puts it, ‘We’re mob and we follow each other and want family around.’ Once settled in South Australia, Elisabeth reconnected with Matthew, a friend of a friend, whom she’d met on one of her trips. Soon they had moved in together and within a few years they had their boys, Djalu and Jiemba. Matthew encouraged her to explore her ancestral roots and creativity. Despite Elisabeth and Matthew subsequently separating, Elisabeth reflects on their time together with gratitude for the reawakening it sparked. > 73
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Top left: Ceremony, acrylic on canvas. Top right: Colours of Country, acrylic on canvas. Bottom left: Handwoven fairy baskets. Bottom right: Artist – Elisabeth Blomberg.
Weaving, interestingly, did not come directly from family tradition but through a workshop with Kokatha artist Mickey Barlow – a turning point that ‘awoke something’ within her. From there, her practice grew intuitively and expansively, informed by observation, self-teaching and a desire to reconnect with Wiradjuri techniques. Painting, which had its roots in her childhood, re-emerged later as a deeply personal outlet – particularly during a period of emotional upheaval – as a way to process grief and experience personal change. Elisabeth describes creativity as something fluid, embodied and accessible to everyone, rather than a fixed skill or profession. While her own practice now spans weaving and painting, she resists the idea that creativity must be formally trained or narrowly defined. She reflects on how easily people disconnect from their creative selves, especially when creativity is framed as something ‘serious’ or professionally risky. For Elisabeth, it is instead embedded in everyday life and perception – whether in gardening, language, cooking or making. Her own return to art came through lived experience rather than academic study. She speaks to creativity
as something that can lie dormant and then reawaken through place, emotion or practice, often emerging intuitively rather than through planning. Today, Elisabeth’s work sits between tradition and intuition. Her weavings often map the feeling and energetics of specific landscapes – from the Flinders Ranges to the South Australian coastline – while her paintings explore a more spiritual dimension, reflecting an understanding of an ‘intelligent life force’ that animates both land and self. Across both mediums, her practice is about creative intuition and translation of memory, place and feeling into form. Her work is confident and her use of colour is subtle and earthy in her weaving but bold and bright in her paintings, giving full expression to her observations in nature. Central to her ethos is the belief that creativity is universal. Through her work and teaching, she advocates not just for art as product, but for art as process – an accessible, deeply human way of connecting to self, culture and Country.
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Hiddenfire Wines Words by Myriah Smith.
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'We all have a hidden fire. A dream that burns within, inspiring us to achieve, create and discover. A passion that, once realised, takes us on an incredible journey we never imagined possible.' Whish Family. For the McLaren Flat-based Whish family, that fire has taken shape among the rolling vines of their vineyard, where shared family vision and individual strengths have come together to create something entirely their own: Hiddenfire Wines. Winemaker (and dad) Charles Whish’s passion began in childhood when he worked alongside his father in the family winery, sparking a career in the wine industry spanning five decades. He has held senior winemaking roles at Rosemount Estate, Treasury Wine Estates and Serafino Wines and his work has been recognised by winning the prestigious Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy. Yet it is at Hiddenfire Wines that Charles’ passion has been fully realised, creating small-batch wines with distinct personalities that reflect the vineyards from which they originate. At his happiest in the vineyard, or carefully handcrafting, he thrives on the freedom to experiment with style and technique without limitation. The natural environment has always been central to his wife, Lynn. A lifelong environmentalist, she developed a deep connection to the property after the family bought it and now oversees vineyard management. An artist at heart, Lynn’s paintings feature on the Hiddenfire wine labels. Just beyond the vines, she has created a flower field, affectionately known as Wine and Wildflowers. The flowers are a favourite at the Willunga Farmers Market, selling out from the Saturday morning stall. Hiddenfire Wines is one of only a handful of wineries selected to trade at the Willunga Farmers Market, alongside other specialist local producers. Face-to-face conversations are a chance to share the Whish family’s experiences in growing, production and winemaking – and to reveal the faces behind the label. The next generation of the Whish family brings renewed energy to Hiddenfire. Daughter Katie balances her work in physiotherapy with overseeing marketing, while youngest daughter Emily, who works fulltime in education, is deeply involved in supporting day-to-day operations. They both enjoy spending time in the winery alongside their father, stomping grapes, tasting ferments and learning winemaking through hands-on experience. The Whishes' potent combination of individuality and family comes together in every bottle. For Chris, now forty-five years in the wine industry, it is like a homecoming: ‘I feel like I’m exactly where I’m meant to be.’
Salami and fennel pasta This much-loved pasta is a staple in our family kitchen, shared and perfected by everyone. It delivers bold, balanced flavour, with fennel, tomato and salami coming together in perfect harmony. For the best result, source your ingredients from the Willunga Farmers Market – look out for producers like Pasta Social Club and San José Smallgoods, alongside any of the market’s exceptional vegetable growers. Pair it with our 2022 Grenache, crafted from sixty-year-old bush vines. Its medium body, vibrant fruit profile and fine, supple tannins beautifully complement the dish. This is a tasty pasta dish which can be created using produce from several WFM Producers and of course is perfectly matched with Hiddenfire Wines Grenache. Ingredients Extra virgin olive oil 140g San Jose salami, sliced 2 cloves garlic thinly sliced 1 tsp crushed fennel seeds 1 bulb fennel, finely sliced 1 700g bottle of passata 455g dried linguine or spaghetti 1 cup fried sourdough breadcrumbs Chopped parsley Salt and pepper Method Fry the salami and garlic in a saucepan. Add the crushed fennel seeds and fry until the salami is crisp. Add the fennel and put the lid on the pan, cooking until the fennel is softened and begins to caramelise. Add the passata and cook the sauce slowly for about 20 minutes. Season to taste. Cook the pasta in a large pot until it’s al dente. Lift the cooked pasta and place it into the tomato sauce. Serve in a large bowl and sprinkle with crispy breadcrumbs and chopped parsley.
Find your Hiddenfire gem at Willunga Farmers Market on the third Saturday of the month. Visit the Hiddenfire Wines stall to taste their wines, browse the blooms, and meet the Whish family at the stall. Page left: A soul-warming winter dinner idea, perfectly paired with a Hiddenfire 2022 Grenache. Handmade vase and bowl by Lindenhaus. 77
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The eyes of the beholder Innovative and specialised offerings across the Fleurieu are redefining beauty through expert care, thoughtful spaces and personalised experiences designed to refresh and restore, pamper and elevate.
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Bare Tanning Lounge At Bare Tanning Lounge, the art of the perfect tan is elevated into something far more intentional, a private, personalised ritual designed entirely around you. Located in Port Noarlunga South, Bare is where quiet luxury meets effortless convenience. With 24/7 studio access, step into your own private booth on your terms, where expert precision meets a skin-first approach to deliver a finish that is seamless, natural and unmistakably yours. baretanninglounge.com.au
Goldi the Space Nestled in the heart of McLaren Vale, Goldi the Space was founded by Penny Godfrey, with the desire to create a gentle space where stylists and clients can find peace, comfort and soft luxury. Goldi offers a luxurious salon experience where clients feel heard, and stylists work with you to create hair that embodies self-love. goldithespace.com
Sass & Waves Sass & Waves Boutique Salon redefines the hair experience on the Fleurieu Peninsula with an elevated one-on-one service model. Set within a serene, Mediterranean-inspired space, the Christies Beach salon creates a refined, day-spa experience that melds personalised artistry from experienced stylists with a curated refreshment offering. It’s designed for indulgence, escape and effortless transformation. sassandwaves.com.au
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This page above left: Careful attention to detail at Your Beauty Spot, Port Elliot. Bottom left: Relax and indulge at Goldi the Space, McLaren Vale. Right: All style at Sass & Waves, Christies Beach.
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Vintage 2026 Photography by Jason Porter.
In early autumn this year, we set out to get up close and personal with McLaren Vale’s vintage 2026. Through this essay and these photos we have sought to capture a broad cross-section of the season – from small boutique producers to larger operations. Our As Jacob Barter, owner of the Noori wine bar in Port Noarlunga, so eloquently puts it: ‘It’s like going on an intensive boot camp for something you love. People talk about art and the process of creation. It’s not just the movement of your hand, because that would be trade work. It’s not only the movement of your hand and your mind, because that would be craftsmanship. The movement of hand, mind and heart is an artist’s work – and that’s what you need to do.’
In other words, the boundless labour, thought and passion of each person who has contributed to the season can be found in every bottle. Here, wine producers and winemakers share the season in their own words.
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Page left and this page top: Machine harvesting at Battle of Bosworth Wines. Bottom left and right: Alan Varney taking a very hands-on approach to the winemaking process at Varney Wines.
hope is to reveal the intensity, energy and devotion behind the peak of the season for all involved, from viticulturalists, picking crews and heavy machinery operators to cellar hands and winemakers. And still we have only scratched the surface. Joch Bosworth, Battle of Bosworth Wines Vintage 2026 for me is relaxed, laid back and high quality – a bit like Beck or Lou Reed.
Alan Varney, Varney Wines Vintage is both the end of a grape’s life on the vine and the start of its vinous journey to bottle – both a beginning and an end. It’s also about the people of our wine community coming together to achieve a common goal. The people are our region’s greatest treasure. >
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Top: Head winemaker Duncan Kennedy tasting the fruits of his labour using the hydraulic basket press to extract the juice from the esteemed Block 6 Shiraz at Kay Brothers Amery. Bottom left and right: Cellar hand Jimmy Gardiner, plunging their 2026 Grenache to create wine born from long days, stained palms and the generosity of the land.
If this vintage had a personality, it would be anxiety-ridden and a little bipolar. If it wasn’t dry as a bone it was pouring with rain; if it wasn’t boiling hot we were layering up to stay warm. It couldn’t make up its mind, but it has delivered very good results and the winery is full of fantastic building blocks for this year’s wines.
Elspeth Kay, Kay Brothers Amery Vintage is all about teamwork. We’re a small team and we all spend time in the vineyard and winery – plunging, digging fermenters, pressing, often through very long days. It works because we know the place, look out for each other, and pull in the same direction. The wine industry always moves through highs and lows. We’ve had to continually adapt – to pace, demand, competition and community change. One of the great strengths of McLaren Vale is the collaboration. There’s a real collegiality here – a sense that a rising tide lifts all boats.
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Top left and right: An early morning hand picking session at Orbis Wines. Bottom left: Winemaker Verity Cowley on the forklift bringing the grapes to the crusher. Right: Happily working as part of a team.
The family winemaking history is all around us. It’s in the stone walls made from the rocks and earth of the Amery vineyards. Working in the old cellars, we can’t help but think of the people who’ve done the same things here for more than one-hundred-and-thirty years.
Kendall Grey, Orbis Wines For us, vintage is seeing the fruits of our labour. Because we manage our own vineyards, it’s incredibly rewarding to see winter pruning and vine work translate into grape production – and especially exciting this year as we make our first Garganega from estate fruit. Vintage 2026 in McLaren Vale looks like one of those quietly strong years – not headline-grabbing, but potentially very good across the board, especially in the hands of thoughtful producers. >
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This page: Winemaker Brad Hickey of Brash Higgins Wines checking the ferments in his amphora pots to create distinct wines that speak of dedication to craft and place.
Brad Hickey, Brash Higgins Wines I use amphora – ancient clay vessels rarely used today – as part of a distinctive winemaking approach. Each vessel tastes slightly different, like cups of tea. I blend what I love most. The clay, made locally in Adelaide, brings warmth and energy.
is everything. We work slowly, especially in amphora, allowing wines like our organic Nero d’Avola to develop over six months. It builds layers of spice, savoury depth and fruit – from nori and squid ink to lavender and raspberry.
I try to inhabit the wines I make, following the fruit from vineyard to winery and letting it become what it’s meant to be. Grapes have their own trajectory; wild yeast does the rest. From picking to pouring, it’s an intimate craft. In the winery it’s about guidance rather than force; gentle, daily work and attention. Purity and place 86
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What to buy, where to buy it: The Fleurieu has become a destination for independent retailers stocking locally made goods alongside selected Australian and international brands. Those chilly days mean getting cosy is a top priority, whether that is by curling up next
Top left: Reading materials from Free Range Books at the Fleurieu Arthouse accompanied by handcrafted wares, ceramics and metal art from Fleurieu Arthouse, McLaren Vale (left). Top right: Elevated men’s shoes and accessories from Miss Gladys on Sea, Aldinga. Bottom right: Cashmere wool scarf by Dana Kinter from the Fleurieu Arthouse. Bottom left: A bouquet of stunning natives from Native Avenue, Aldinga.
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warming up inside and out to the fire with a good book, an artisanal candle flickering away nearby and a steamy drink (in a handmade ceramic mug of course), or layering with sweaters, jackets and those perfect jeans you’ve been searching for.
Left: An eclectic collection of gifts and gardenalia from The Banksia Pod, Aldinga. Top and bottom left: A selection of more great books from Free Range Books at the Fleurieu Arthouse, McLaren Vale. Right: Sweater, pants, accessories and candles – everything needed for a winter’s day from Gorgeous Soles, McLaren Vale.
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The toasty feeling goes beyond that of a good scarf or hand-knit beanie when you buy local. Warm your soul by dropping in to one of the Fleurieu’s many friendly retailers, having a yarn, and shopping for the perfect gift or treat for yourself or someone special. Discover the Fleurieu’s collection of thoughtful makers and merchants
Left: Ceramic mugs, a scarf, gloves and beanies – all the winter essentials from Fossick Made and Found, Goolwa. Top: Books for drink enthusiasts available at Free Range Books at the Fleurieu Arthouse. Right: Chequered shirt, jeans, overshirt and boots, a modern twist on a classic outfit from Southern Surf, Port Elliot.
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Above: Dietician Jess and a sample of what is on offer if you Cook with Jess.
Cook with Jess Cook with Jess, a practical, supportive, dietitian-led approach to cooking, was born from the intersection of lived experience, health circumstances, professional expertise and a belief that healthy eating should be both achievable and joyful.
process, it's about making food that feels good to cook, good to eat and fits in with your life,’ she says.
Jess’s journey began with a school-based apprenticeship in high school. Originally she intended to parlay her skills in the kitchen into a career in hotel management but she immediately fell in love with the alchemy of creating something delicious from ordinary ingredients.
Jess offers cook-sultations, hands-on cooking sessions at home, advice and preparation sessions. Initial appointments help uncover goals and roadblocks and, down the track, kitchen catch-ups are a chance to reorient towards clients’ goals.
Adversity breeds invention and, being diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, Jess was forced to realise that long hours in a commercial kitchen were out. She had to reimagine what her career might look like. Her sister’s suggestion that she study to become a dietician was an ‘aha’ moment. Through university, she cherished the opportunity to learn about nutrition and its relationship to both health and disease. But she saw a glaring issue: the traditional models for educating people about dietary needs were impractical. In her own life she noticed that adhering to guidelines that were meant to keep her healthy could easily become overwhelming and unsustainable. Thus, Cook with Jess was born. It’s founded on the belief that most people know what they should be eating, only they lack the confidence to make it work in their own kitchen. ‘Joyful cooking is about removing the pressure of perfection and bringing people back to the experience of food. Colour, flavour and
‘In real life, food still needs to taste good. So instead of just saying “cut back on salt”, we jump into the kitchen and explore how to build flavour in other ways, using garlic, herbs, spices, citrus and techniques like roasting or caramelising to create depth and flavour. It becomes less about restriction, and more about finding ways to cook that supports both health and enjoyment.’
Her personalised model was inspired by her own experience with chronic illness and her appreciation of the fact that there is no onesize-fits-all approach. Jess also provides free resources on her Recipe Hub. She takes inspiration from all over the world but believes in the simplicity of making meals based on what you have at home, something that's immediately evident in her recipes. Variety extends from her recipes to her everyday life. Jess moves from dialysis appointments to her clinic at Tide Osteo in McLaren Vale to the kitchen (hers or her clients’). To her, though, the most rewarding part of the job is working with clients and learning together. As she grows, Jess is looking forward to continuing building and sharing, hosting cooking classes with the intention of instilling confidence in the kitchen, and bringing more joy to people’s plates.
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FOOD & WINE
Deep-conversation reds Words by Jacob Barter (from the Vino Bozo podcast with Darren Oemecke and Jacob Barter).
When Darren and I sat down for this tasting, we figured we’d creatively work ‘deep and meaningful’ moments into the wines we were drinking. As we were tasting, talking about the producers and their stories, considering moments that would most suit the
Saltfleet 2025 Sangiovese Kyle and Jonny’s winemaking has turned heads with how complete their wines feel from the get-go. Bright cherry fruit, dried herbs and savoury grip make this wine the perfect opener. It feels intellectual without needing too much brain power. Built for age, but why not break one out now? Our conversation drifted toward how wines like this fit modern life: grazing tables, late dinners, and chats that become courageous rants on what we love. Buy now, drink now, save some for later. Oria-Riff 2025 Grenache A ‘cup half full’ might sometimes represent the human state of mind, yet drinking this wine made us see sunlight and longevity. Raspberry, strawberry and bright cherry fruit all bouncing around with sandy tannins and enough spice to stay grounded. Perhaps it's because Cooper is doing amazing things as a small producer and getting recognised. Perhaps it's because it’s MV Grenache and Cooper knows our favourite picks. It’s a bottle for ‘questionable future plans’ – it disappears while someone talks about moving overseas or quitting their job. Grenache continues proving why it’s become one of Australia’s most exciting modern red varieties.
Bec Hardy Pertaringa 2024 Merlot This wine spurred controversy and scandal on the podcast. First of all, Merlot rules. Such generosity in youth as well as a savoury, peppery tone that lingers on into the long finish. This is a varietal staple that is often overlooked but so often desired. Team Vino Bozo agreed on two points. 1. Merlot cops way too much flack for that movie that bagged on it. 2. Merlot will come back in meteoric fashion. The conversation for this wine? Bring the heat! Disagree and stand up for the underdog! After all, Merlot rules people. Grab this and taste for yourself. Aphelion 2024 Affinity Grenache Mourvèdre There’s something noble and pure in Rob and Lou’s wines: pouring liquid to glass, raising glass to nose, and then tasting the concentration and vivid image the winemakers had in mind. This was quietly one of the most complete wines of the line-up. Dancing in the ballet rather than stomping around. The red fruit, herbal purity and low-jowl tannins of Grenache move in tandem with Mourvédre’s dense and crystalline black fruit and potential grip and power. It's all balance. Its harmony is satiating. Drink for the deep and tender, a chat where you wear your heart on your sleeve.
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wines, we found ourselves neck deep in some pretty deep subject matter. So, now that winter chill has made its early morning soft launch, grab something nice, grab someone nice, feel the conversation unfold. Let’s jump into the wines, eh?
Paralian 2023 Shiraz Mataro – Springs Hill Vineyard Charlie and Skye are no strangers in the Fleurieu wine scene. A joint winemaking CV spanning continents. We’re seeing Paralian’s Australian sensibilities of power and drive plus a thing or two learned across the earth. This combats traditional fruit-bomb taglines with vibrance and freshness, keeping the sonic hum of dark fruits and wood spices. More aligned with a nice shirt and tie than a torn AccaDacca shirt and warm-sweat patina. Slurp while trying out a new recipe at home. Perhaps you’ll chat about why you don’t do this more often.
Lake Breeze 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet has been present for all of Vino Bozo’s meetings, the best of which was probably at Sellicks Hill’s Victory Hotel paired with a steak. Lake breeze brings that serious tone that Cabernet can bring to a glass and hones it in the more approachable sense. Cassis, dark plum, cedar and tomato vine all wrapped around freshness that keeps everything energetic rather than stern. Bring it to a meeting, bring it to a huddle. Share with a friend while chucking a steak on the barbie. Get the goss while gripping your glass. This really suits all occasions.
Bekkers 2023 Syrah Grenache Bekkers is an institution. Between Toby’s shepherd-like viticulture and Emmanuelle’s precision in the winery, there is often silence in the room when that screw cap cracks and Bekkers is poured into a glass. Dark spice, distant charcuterie, bushelled black fruit and florals from the Syrah meet the red fruit and pliable core of Grenache. Have you had a win recently? Are you planning one? This is celebratory equipment; sip and savour that moment. Plan your next big thing, perhaps that celebratory feast moment.
Karrawatta 2021 ‘The Meddler’ Malbec Ali and Mark have been on the viticultural scene for donkey's years. Their wines were on the side but now, with ten-plus years of vintages released, they’re front and centre. Their 2021 vintages are their current release! The patience of these two! Richness and opulence, tannin and acidity to keep the abundant dark fruits in check. Does someone have a cigar? Perhaps you are perking up the confidence to ask your partner’s father for their hand in marriage? This’ll do the trick.
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Regeneration Photography by Jason Porter.
We visited Deep Creek National Park in late autumn to witness the regrowth and regeneration following the summer 2026 bushfires.
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Many of the Xanthorrheoa were displaying a remarkable post-fire stress response, shooting dramatic flowering spikes out from the blackened landscape, while the gum trees were alive with epicormic growth – dormant buds beneath the bark bursting into life, allowing
the trees to regenerate with astonishing speed. This stage of the bush can rarely be seen as the regenerative stage is short. Well worth a visit.
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The Forktree Project Story by Nina Keath.
Liz Blumer and Tim Jarvis have created something extraordinary at The Forktree Project – their one-hundred-and-thirtyacre nature rewilding charity set high in the hills behind Carrickalinga. Over mugs of hot milky tea on the veranda of their newly built gathering space, their story unfolds against a backdrop of rolling tawny hills, deep shadowed valleys and the flinty sea beyond. Tim has something of the sea about him: restless, expansive and always in motion. Liz carries the calm, grounded presence of the hills. Sitting between them, with the building at my back and the landscape stretching out before me, I feel surrounded by possibility and purpose. Tim is an environmental scientist by trade and an adventurer by profession. Liz is a teacher and educator to her core. Together, this husband and wife team have created something unique that neither could have created alone. They first knew each other as children in Malaysia, before life took them in different directions. Years later, their parents found themselves unexpectedly living in the same small town in the Cotswolds and the two reconnected. Liz was drawn to Tim's energy, curiosity and the fascinating life he had led. Tim was drawn to their shared history and the way they balanced one another. ‘I've lived a very peripatetic life, and Liz was someone I could identify with,’ he says. ‘We understood each other, but we also had our differences. We’ve learnt a lot from each other.’
That exchange of perspectives sits at the heart of The Forktree Project. On the surface, it’s about revegetating a former pastoral farm and returning it to nature, but it goes much deeper than that. The old shed that has been transformed into a light-filled gathering space demonstrates how recycled materials can be both functional and beautiful. An onsite nursery grows native tubestock, supplying rare species to sites across the Fleurieu. Alongside this runs an education program for schools, neighbouring properties and corporate groups, designed for hands-on learning in the landscape. Tim brings a determined energy and drive to regenerating nature, shaped by the environmental destruction he has witnessed on his wilderness expeditions and the greenwashing he has encountered within the environmental sector. Working with Liz has brought the education angle. ‘I didn’t have the education bone, and she didn’t have the sustainability bone,’ Tim says. ‘But The Forktree Project brings those two things together.’ For Liz, that integration is essential. Restoration alone is not enough if it stays contained within the boundaries of the property. The bigger goal is for learning to travel beyond the fence line, carried by those who spend time here. At Forktree, learning happens through simple, physical acts: planting, weeding, building and returning later to see a seed grown into a tree. They are often asked about their plans to expand. But Forktree’s reach is measured not in acreage alone. It is measured in how it ripples outward. Students return home and talk to their families. Neighbours begin thinking differently about their own land. Ideas spread well beyond their one-hundred-and-thirty acres.
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Page left: The Forktree Project site. This page top left and right: Forktree is a nature rewilding and education initiative by Liz Blumer (left) and Tim Jarvis (right) that restores native landscape while inspiring people to reconnect with and care for the environment. Bottom left and right: Fleur in the nursery and the nursery team.
‘We very much want to expand,’ Tim says. ‘But we want you to expand too and achieve similar outcomes. That's the most powerful form of expansion.’ Liz has seen that transformation time and again. ‘It is amazing when you genuinely offer kids the opportunity to pull weeds, clean bricks, grow plants, build garden beds and plant trees. We see their confidence in their own ability grow.’ Fleur Brown-Beeby is a perfect example. She first came to Forktree as a volunteer six years ago. The experience inspired her to study environmental science, and today she has come full circle as the project’s nursery manager. She now speaks of the deep satisfaction of solving real problems, learning from generous people, and helping restore rare and endangered species. ‘There's a lot of good people in the environment network on the Fleurieu,’ Fleur says. ‘We’re learning from one another all the time. It feels very meaningful every day.’ Growth at Forktree has been steady and deliberate. The nursery has doubled in a single year, from thirty-five-thousand plants to seventyfive thousand. It’s demanding work, made possible by a committed team of volunteers who lighten the load and bring a sense of fun and joy to the task. Tim approaches it much as he does his expeditions: break down the enormity of the challenge, focus on what you can control, and celebrate progress along the way. Faced with global environmental decline, Forktree offers something tangible. ‘I know what the numbers are around deforestation,’ says Tim. ‘But I come here and plant saplings from the nursery and the world feels good. It helps you sleep at night.’
For Liz, the work is as much about people as plants. Each student who visits carries away a seed of possibility. ‘Not every single seed is going to germinate,’ Liz says. ‘There will be some who will go away really inspired, and others will reflect on it one, two, five, ten years down the track. It doesn’t have to be the very next day. They might need a metaphorical fire to crack the seed that we planted in their minds.’ With more than fifteen-hundred students visiting each year, the potential is immense. Tim is a renowned public educator, inspiring audiences ranging from corporate leaders to schoolchildren through his prolific speaking engagements. Yet he is quick to credit Liz with deepening his own understanding of education. ‘I’ve learned a lot from Liz about how to handhold a child or a member of the public to real understanding,’ he says. Tim is most at home in motion. Before our conversation has quite finished, he slips away to change into his work clothes. We find him later at the crest of the hill, digging in Forktree’s rare seed orchard. As the afternoon sun sinks towards the sea, Liz talks me through the process while Tim gets on with the job, demonstrating what Forktree is all about. ‘I feel incredibly proud of what we’re doing,’ Liz says. ‘There is real power in having a sense of purpose, in bringing others along with you, and in sharing that sense of achievement. It’s incredibly empowering.’ Together, Liz and Tim have created a project that reflects their different strengths and shared purpose. The land is changing, certainly, but so are the people who spend time there. That, perhaps, is the real measure of its success.
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Taken an amazing photo on the Fleurieu lately? Tag us on Instagram and you could see your handiwork in print. Each issue we’ll choose an image to publish right here in the pages of FLM. @fleurieulivingmagazine This photo: 'Before the world wakes' was taken by Tania Verbeeck @tania_verbeeck
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BOOKS & WORDS
Winter book reviews by Mark Laurie of South Seas Books, Port Elliot.
and joy to be found in this book. Both tender and uplifting, Artie’s life is filled with the discoveries he makes in a world filled with unspoken truths. Friendships, connections, kindness of strangers, the opportunities he gives his students – all punctuate and enrich his story. Unflinching and honest, empathetic and moving, the book inexorably draws the reader to dwell in the humanity of these small lives. We are none of us here for very long, and this book asks us ‘When is long enough?’ The answer, it seems, is to be calculated in the balance between the things we say and do and those which remain unspoken and undone, in the unknowable small differences we make in the lives of those we encounter in the time that we have.
The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout Published by Penguin Viking ISBN 9780241796917 $29.99 Artie Dam teaches high school history and leads a quiet life with his family and neighbours on the coast of Massachusetts. Yet, for all of his ability to draw out and explain the past, he is confounded by the present of Trump’s unravelling America, the calm counsel he provides to his students masking his own feelings of alienation and despair. With ‘a sense of time rushing over him’, confronted by a profound secret, his thoughts turn increasingly to free will, or its lack, and the veneer we place over our lives and relationships, obscuring truth from ourselves and those we know. A profoundly decent man, he ‘slips the ties of the world’, considering the point of living, and of death. For all of that, there is considerable hope
The Long Shoe by Bob Mortimer Published by Simon & Schuster ISBN 9781398548053 $34.99 The next instalment in Bob Mortimer’s popular everyman adventure series stays close to the successful formula of The Satsuma Complex and Hotel Avocado while installing new characters into the narrative. Replacing Gary the paralegal is Matt, a sanitaryware salesman who has recently been let go, living a quiet domestic existence with his partner Harriet, an ambitious prosecutor, and their cat. He is happy supporting Harriet but his efforts to find new employment and new rental accommodation are noticeably half-hearted. The limits of his social life, confined to acerbic conversations with the cat and interactions with his attractive but questionably motivated neighbour Carol, are thrown into sharp relief when Harriet takes a break from their relationship and leaves for an unspecified place and time. There is a mystery of course, one best described as meandering and odd, rather far from the ‘high octane’ or ‘adrenaline pumping’ epithets employed routinely in the world of commercial thrillers. All is not as it seems with Harriet’s break nor with Matt’s new employment as a sort of outsourced voyeur in a luxury apartment block, a very unthreatening and unerotic version of William Baldwin’s character in the 1993 erotic thriller Sliver. However, the plot is only part of the appeal of Mortimer’s books, which are infused with warm humour, low-key absurdity, and engaging portraits of multi-dimensional villainy and mild, compromised heroism. And few mystery adventures would find time to explore such important themes and experiences as the olfactory horrors of halitosis, a theory of sulking, and the roles of functionalism, timelessness and quirk in design.
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Cast Away by Francesca de Tores Published by Bloomsbury ISBN 9781526661449 $32.99 Daniel Defoe’s Robinson Crusoe was first published in the eighteenth century, a classic work of narrative fiction exploring isolation from ‘civilisation’ and return to a state of nature. Never out of print, its capture of imagination and enduring popularity are evidenced by an ongoing plethora of derivative books and films. Indeed, the study of such ‘Robinsonades’ attracts multidisciplinary academic attention. In more recent years, writers have sought to explore the history, thought to have inspired Defoe, of the Scottish mariner Alexander Selkirk who was marooned on a small, rocky island off the Chilean coast during a privateering expedition led by William Dampier. This latest work, by an academic
and prize-winning adventure novelist, draws from historical sources to imagine Selkirk’s life alone on the island and the circumstances by which he came to spend more than four years there. She presents a life very different to that penned by Defoe, and Selkirk as a very different man from his fictional creation. An intemperate, unlikeable man with an ignoble history, Selkirk is sent to sea ‘on a tide of his own disgrace’, achieving some success from his intelligence and abilities before being marooned in circumstances of his own making. Alone, with only the island’s resident goats, cats and rats for company, he confronts a world indifferent to man, the solitude and indifference forcing him to reflect on the increasingly uncomfortable truths of his own nature and his past, even as he struggles to survive. In so doing, he becomes unmoored from his pride, indeed untethered from language and time. Gritty, confronting, in prose which is at once sparkling, luminous and revelatory – with all of the romance of the South Seas stripped away – the author lays bare our basic nature and the arrogance of humanity’s self-appointed dominion over nature.
Once We Were Wildlife by Inga Simpson Published by Hachette Australia ISBN 9780733651014 $29.99 This latest work from Inga Simpson consists of a series of short stories and a poem, lightly connected and deeply immersed in nature. A surfer finds that she is perhaps not as home in the sea as she’d thought. A former soldier faces up against poachers to protect the Bengal tigers he loves. An elderly woman finds a solitary peace with nature and the grace of a heron. As notable are Simpson's stories with nonhuman protagonists: an Entian forest fable at the end of the Anthropocene epoch, an Antarctic ice shelf witnessing humanity’s endless colonisation, the cycle of birth, flight and life in a sea bird colony. A heartfelt sense of reverence for the natural world imbues this book, for nature’s power to shape us even as we endlessly reshape it with the ‘ceaseless growling of [our] machines’. That power underpins this collection, a quiet hope that interaction with a wild animal, a forest, a mountain or the sea might grant each of us ‘that shiver of real connection’. Transformation awaits.
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RETAIL THERAPY
Local selections Innovative outdoor living solutions designed for comfort and oozing with style, these South Australian businesses highlight the many ways thoughtful spaces can enrich everyday life. Alongside craftsmanship and the best in material selections, there’s also
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01. Yeltana Combining sophisticated design with innovative functionality, Yeltana is a specialist building company that designs and installs high-quality sun, weather and privacy products. Think retractable rooves, louvred ceilings, fixed shades, umbrellas, pergolas – all top-range design and tailored to your residential or commercial needs. Yeltana’s stylish product range creates a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living and enhances comfort, usability and protection across every season. As the exclusive South Australian partner of Louvretec, Yeltana offers architecturally designed automated louvre roof systems that bring together luxury, innovation and practicality. With a strong focus on aesthetics and energy efficiency, Yeltana transforms everyday spaces into refined environments that can be enjoyed year-round.
02. Tumbled Welcome to Tumbled’s ‘Marble’ collection, a series specially selected and designed for wellness spaces and pools. The series is a poetic tribute to the serene elegance of marble, crafted to infuse tranquility into every aspect of your space. Marble is more than an aesthetic choice. It’s also an invitation to a peaceful embrace. Here, water and design converge to create an atmosphere that soothes, reflects and celebrates the quietude that is essential to wellbeing. The Wow Marble Collection is now stocked at Tumbled, located at 105 Gilbert Street, Adelaide.
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inspiration to be found in the pages of beautifully curated books – inviting moments of creativity, reflection and discovery that can help shape the spaces we dream of creating.
02 03 03. South Seas Books & Trading A long-time favourite among book lovers across South Australia, South Seas Books & Trading is a haven for design, architecture, craft and art publications, alongside an inviting range of children’s books, fiction, cookbooks and more. Visitors are encouraged to linger, browsing the shelves at leisure with a coffee in hand from the in-store coffee bar or settling into the relaxed lounge seating to unwind and explore. It’s an ideal destination for finding a meaningful gift (including for yourself), a literary experience, or a quiet moment of personal escape.
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SOCIAL PAGES
Fleurieu Icons at the Fleurieu Arthouse The opening of Fleurieu Icons on 2 May 2026 brought together five celebrated regional artists – Lesley Redgate, Brian O’Malley, John Lacey, Louise Vadasz and Chris Summer. The exhibition captured the spirit, landscape and creative identity of the Fleurieu Peninsula through five distinct artistic voices. Photography by India Chappell.
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Out and about For our winter issue, we went out and chatted with locals about how they support local – where they shop, eat and play and why keeping it local matters. Photography by India Chappell.
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01. Megan (pictured) and her partner Alex recently opened The Screaming Seagull at the O’Sullivan Beach boat ramp. Megan likes to support local businesses by shopping at Heart & Whole at Port Noarlunga. She also likes to shop in the clothing boutiques and gift shops close to home at Porties.
Elliot – where she often ends up at Cockles Cafe. She also likes visiting cellar doors in the McLaren Vale wine region.
02. Amber is one of the baristas at Screaming Seagull and she’s good. 10/10. Amber also goes to Heart & Whole but would like to explore Beach Road at Christies Beach a bit more.
06. We caught Hugh and Ben just as they were about to pull their wetsuits on and head out for a surf at Middleton Point. Hugh mentioned he likes a certain energy when he’s having a drink; he likes the vibes at Port Elliot institutions Yeo Haus and The Joinery. Ben the coffee lover will often walk down to Big Surf coffee van or head to Slow Mover Coffee in Goolwa for a morning brew.
03. We encountered Lilly, Skye and Jaymie having a chat on the Port Noarlunga jetty. They love Drifters at Porties but had just been to the Beachside Bagels for takeaway matcha and were pretty chuffed with it.
07. Pattsy the Golden Retriever, a puppuccino connoisseur, loves visiting Beaches cafe in Port Elliot. This is of course followed by a much-needed run around at the park or Horseshoe Bay.
04. Asher was doing support work and had taken his young friend fishing. He loves Pearl at Aldinga and also frequents the many great local bakeries. He also likes Normanville for some ‘little gems down there’. (We here at FLM love One Little Sister).
08. Georgina and Kaitlin were looking out over gentle waves towards Lady Bay while enjoying the Port Elliot Bakery donut of the month. They love to explore the local markets, their next stop being Victor Harbor’s Artisan Market.
05. Alisha, Carly and Karen are hair stylists at Sass & Waves at Christies Beach. Owner Alisha loves to drive down to her favorite township – Port
09. Locals Kathleen, Natalie and Simon were showing English friends Jess and Andy around Horseshoe Bay when we bumped into them. A highlight of their tour so far was The Joinery, while the to-visit list was headlined by Lost Phoenix Farm.
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