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The Musical Man

Despite the many personas he wears on stage, rising star Reo Gerhardy is a young man of singular character. In an industry that lauds fame and fortune, the 17-year-old aspires to leave a legacy as a mentor and male role model in musical theatre.

Heritage and Hard Work

As the daughter of a farmer, Ashton Hurn is no stranger to rolling up her sleeves. In fact “pitching in” comes as naturally to the local Member of Parliament as navigating the familiar back roads of Angaston, where she and older brother Shannon grew up on a mixed farm, running sheep and growing grapes and apricots.

Pathways to empowerment

Barbara Lightburn is more than an advocate; she is a catalyst for change, empowering people who live with disability through her organisation, My Ability Pathway (MAP).

Driven by compassion

Annabelle Travaglione was born in the UK. Following secondary school, she studied for degrees in engineering and business management at university, which led to a unique position as the first woman to work on an oil rig.

From opportunity comes success

Michael Steinborner has a favourite expression, ‘From Opportunity Comes Success.’ Forty years ago, Michael embarked on a venture to start a Holden dealership in Gawler, for the success of which he remains grateful for every opportunity along the way.

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Best Magazine/Special Publication in the nation

The Leader has been named Best Newspaper in the country at the Country Press Australia National Awards in Adelaide on Friday night, with The Barossa Mag named Best Magazine/Special Publication in the nation at the same event.

Barossa Events for Autumn

Autumn is proving to be a very busy time here in the Barossa. Find out what’s on with our pick of events happening around the region.

Glory to barossa!

This year marks a significant milestone for the Barons of Barossa wine fraternity with many celebrations planned to mark their 50h Anniversary.

Walk for a bloke

Tanunda’s Luke Varcin speaks with a fitting sense of passion and determination when discussing men’s mental health. As a firefighter, chef, traveller and friend, Luke has witnessed the toll that mental health struggles can take, especially for men.

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The new face of Barossa wine

Tyson Stelzer, a multi-award winning wine writer, television host and producer recently visited the Barossa Valley to taste a sample of Barossa wines now available from recent vintages. His informative report highlights the state of play and how the evolving climate fluctuations continue to effect wine varietals grown in our local soils.

Crafting tomorrow’s classics

Charles Melton’s direction in life was decided with the toss of a coin. Backpacking around Australia, he and his travelling buddy Ken Roach worked a vintage, picking grapes for Krondorf Winery, and when the company offered them two full time positions, one in the winery and one in the vineyard, fate sent Charles into winemaking.

Lienert Land

Brothers, John and James Lienert, sit side by side in the shed where their late father, John Snr. once kept his farming equipment protected from the elements. The siblings laugh as they share fond memories of growing up in the house next door, their cricketing triumphs and footy failures, and the different spellings of Sheaoak Log, or should it be Sheaok Log? “It definitely doesn’t have a hyphen!” says John of the small town that holds such strong family ties.

Aleshia Webster

Ceramic artist and passionate sharer of her art form – Aleshia Webster is welcoming, vibrant and enthusiastic about creating with clay.

Don Ross

With a passion for and an unwavering commitment to the development and curation of the Barossa Museum at Tanunda, Don Ross’ mark and influence on this institution now spans a staggering 57 years of its 61 years since establishment.

Quenten Agius

A husband, a father, a grandfather, a local, a footballer, a teacher, a mate, a storyteller.

Barossa Semi Gin Sour

Hello you sweet thing! Our new vintage release Barossa Semi Gin is seriously delicious in a classic gin sour. Sweet, packed full of flavour and fruity with just the right amount of zesty citrus, this is one perfectly balanced and moreish cocktail.

Mixed Berry Vol au Vents

Our Mixed Berry Vol-au-Vents combine simplicity and elegance, making them ideal for entertaining. Made with our buttery puff pastry, the Vol au Vents are filled with fresh berries on a pillow of Chantilly Cream. Easy to prepare, they’re perfect for any occasion and sure to impress your guests.

Grace & Tony’s Wedding

The elegant buildings and historic gardens of Anlaby Station proved the perfect backdrop for the recent spring wedding of Grace Ellis and Tony Butchart of Melbourne.

Chelsea & John’s Wedding

With an initial brief of ‘timeless and romantic’ for the styling of their wedding, Chelsea and John’s choice of St Hugo winery at Rowland Flat proved ideal for both the ceremony and reception for their winter nuptials.

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Relax, Indulge, and Celebrate at 1837 Barossa

Grab a picnic basket and enter the refreshing new world of 1837 Barossa, where old meets new in a playfully coherent fusion of food, wine, art and experience. It’s where exquisite Roman marble statues look at home next to oversized Insta-worthy modern art sculptures and a life-size Colonel Light bronze overlooks the picturesque Barossa Ranges with commanding ease.

Behind the Vet’s Desk, The Emotional Toll of Veterinary Care

Struggles with mental health and suicide in the veterinary profession are a hot topic, alongside workforce shortage and these have been noticed by our state politicians with One Nation Senator Sarah Game initiating and chairing, with support from Liberal Representative Nicola Centofanti, a Joint Committee Into Veterinarian Mental Health And Wellbeing.

Garden Treasures

Bulbs are like little garden treasures. They spend much of the year dormant under the ground, only to burst forth and put on a glorious flower show. There is such a wide variety of colours and forms to suit every garden palette, with many being highly fragranced.

Travel Trends for 2025

If there is one constant in travel, it is that nothing ever stays the same. As the world continues to evolve, so do the destinations and experiences that capture the imagination of travellers.

Lost Tracks: The Barossa Railway

The idea of constructing a railway from Gawler to Angaston via Lyndoch and Tanunda was first recommended by a commission in 1875. Fast forward 150 years… and the railway has come — and gone!

Ethereal Elegance: Autumn’s Most Enchanting Fashion Trends

As the crisp air of autumn sets in, fashion lovers seek pieces that seamlessly blend comfort, sophistication, and individuality. This season’s trends embrace a rich palette, flowing silhouettes, and textured layers designed to enhance every woman’s unique style.

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