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Having a ball

In Langmeil Church hall on a Wednesday night, the banter is flying across the table almost as quickly as the little white ball. In a typical display of competitive spirit, the blokes at each end of the table have come to play, both for points and bragging rights.

A second chance at life

After spending 42 years as a winemaker, Peter Ruchs knows his way around a barrel, and has given hundreds of them a second chance at life.

Beautifying our Hometown

Our beloved Barossa is without a doubt one of the most beautiful locations in the world!
A prestigious valley of luxury, opportunity, and pride. And while the impulse to travel will entice us to explore other parts of the world, upon each return our rolling hills and well-manicured townships provide an alluring reminder that this is our home.

Listening and a love for stories

Anne Marschall has a love for other people’s stories. The power of stories is what this principal of Good Shepherd Lutheran School, Angaston has drawn inspiration from for years.

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Foundation for family

When it comes to family endeavours, the name says it all for Trevor and Marilyn Harch, owners of Brockenchack Wines. A combination of letters from their four grandchildren’s names, BROnte, MaCKENzie, CHArli and JaCK, adorn their labels, with the brand not only celebrating the couple’s inspiration, but also providing a glimpse into the future of their vision turned reality.

Leon and the girls

“As long as it isn’t pink!” was the only rule Leon Koch insisted on when his family was deciding on a colour for their new tractor.

Family Bonds

For the footy-loving Schiller family, the adrenalin rush of finishing a hectic vintage isn’t too different from playing a Grand Final. Robert and his sons, Tom and Ben have each donned the boots for Tanunda over the years and whilst they are fiercely proud of their long association with the Magpies; off-field, it’s the land their ancestors developed through the generations that deeply connects this trio.

Jim Irvine – 90 Glasses for the 90 year old ‘King of Merlot’

A ‘mostly’ portrait and ‘brief’ interview series exploring the idea that one image has the power to tell the whole story. Each ‘sitter’ suggests the next person to be photographed in this series, and thus ensues an interesting and unknown trail of Barossa identities to come.

Mel Kaye

A ‘mostly’ portrait and ‘brief’ interview series
exploring the idea that one image has the power to tell the whole story. Each ‘sitter’ suggests the next person to
be photographed in this series, and thus ensues an interesting and unknown trail of Barossa
identities to come.

Local Updates

Salted Caramel Banoffee Pie

Sweet and decadent, these little banoffee pies have it all! The rich salted caramel filling is topped off with banana, fresh whipped cream, and grated chocolate, all nestled inside a super crisp sour cream pastry shell kids and adults alike will love.

Easy Vietnamese Cold Rolls

Once you learn the art of a well created cold roll… you wont turn back! Suzannah Smart shares her recipe for easy Vietnamese cold rolls. They’re so good, you’ be making extra for your lunch boxes!

Emma & Ray’s Wedding

After living in Canada for some time, three years ago Ray Sich got down on one knee proposing to Emma Gurney at the magical Yellowstone National Park, marking an important day on the Sich calender.

Kristi & Darren’s Wedding

After both Kristi and Darren had been going on separate family holidays to Streaky Bay for over fifteen years, the pair finally crossed paths at the Streaky Bay Hotel and the rest was history.

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More than just a Chemist

Warnecke’s long running Chemist & Druggist store in Gawler Street, Nuriootpa closed around 1922, leaving an opening for a new pharmacist in town.

The Hobbit

During The Hobbit, Tolkien’s prequal to The Lord of the Rings, Bilbo Baggins acquired a magic ring that, as far as he was aware, does little more than make him invisible when fitted to his finger.

Nibble proof plants

Country living often means sharing our gardens with the local wildlife, even if sometimes, that wildlife isn’t always invited.
Gardening can be difficult at times When faced with hungry rabbits, possums and kangaroos. Kristee Semmler of Barossa Nursery shares some tips and plants types that can help to minimise damage in your garden.

Summer Lovin’

Look and feel your best this Summer with these 10 expert health tips from Naturopath, Peter Balogh.

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