If it ain’t broke… Tom can fix it
As Tom Willoughby ties his hand to a 1,000-kilogram bull, the hairs on the back of his neck stand up straight. His blood runs cold.
A mission and a promise
Helen Wilhelm not only believes in miracles – she is one. Despite facing a lifetime of physical disability and a near-death experience, she has devoted her life in service of others, and faces every challenge with a heart of gratitude and faith.
Painting a life in the country
It’s amazing how life’s challenges can lead to inspiration and a zest for living life to its fullest.
Queen of cakes
She may be show baking royalty, but Valmai Auricht rules with people at her heart, and a love of sharing life’s homely riches.
Cold blooded compassion
Dan Marshall has a few loves in his life, but it’s not quite what you think. “Indie, she’s an absolute sweetheart,” says Dan, referring to the 2.5 metre long Murray Darling carpet python curled up in his backyard shed.
It’s a wild life
It takes an incredibly selfless person to care for injured wildlife. Like many things that go unseen, it can be easy to ignore the number of orphaned and injured wildlife in the Barossa Valley.
Preserving the Barossa’s past
In 1917, an advertisement was printed in the Barossa News asking for contributions to a Barossa community cookbook.
The simple pleasures in life
Beneath the exquisite haute couture and accessories, it’s Jill Wehr’s joie de vivre that resonates from the pages of the 2023 Barossa Vintage Festival programme.
The house that hospitality built
With 30 years of hospitality experience, Wendy Trotta is the undeniable darling of the local coffee and café scene.
Happy pigs – happy life
Shaun Blenkiron isn’t afraid of hard yacka - in fact you might even say it makes him as happy as a pig in mud.