Fleurieu Living Magazine

30/06/2024

Inevitably, with the passage of time comes change. Often it’s hard to notice, only revealing itself with distance. For painter and printmaker Margie Sheppard, over 30 years of change is mapped across her canvases and prints. They chart a course from the otherworldly figuration of her early prints, to the pure abstraction of her more recent works which explore the relationship between colour, form and texture. Always there remains a pervading sense of wonder at the rich detail Margie creates whether through intricate etching or the precise strength of colour combined with geometry.

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26/06/2024

This delightful showcase offers but a glimpse of the diverse offerings of the region’s cafés, bakeries and restaurants. From meticulously crafted barista-made coffees to artisanal baked delights, and from wholesome, health-conscious options to decadent treats, there’s something to satiate every craving. Read more in our winter issue!
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26/06/2024

Looking for a place to eat with views and a seasonal locally sourced menu? Something a bit casual but elevated at the same time? This is just a scratch on the surface of what’s on offer on the growing list of excellent menus across the region. Find out more in our winter issue.

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18/06/2024

Exploring the mesmerising intersection of nature and art, the artists featured here seek to capture the serene beauty of South Australia’s coastlines. With palettes in hand and easels anchored on sandy shores, they embrace the raw beauty of their surroundings. From the rhythmic, cascading waves to the ever-changing hues of the horizon, each brushstroke beautifully captures the Peninsula’s rugged charm – translating its coastal allure into breathtaking works of art. Future in our winter issue on sale now!



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12/06/2024

Year-round, the Fleurieu Peninsula offers a rich tapestry of natural wonders and outdoor adventures – from stunning beaches and soaring cliffs to diverse wildlife and tranquil forests offering unforgettable experiences for nature enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors and draw inspiration from all that Mother Nature has to offer.
Check out the map (of national parks, conservation areas and reserves accessible to the public) in the winter issue (illustration by and produced in collaboration with )

06/06/2024

30/05/2024

WINTER ISSUE IS HOT OFF THE PRESS!
Keep an eye out for the new winter issue featuring a very cool mid-century modern interior on the cover!
Remember it may take a few days to reach all our sales outlets.

06/04/2024

In a world captivated by screens and constant notifications, the Wild South Coast Way on the Fleurieu Peninsula presents an opportunity to connect with the abundance of nature right here on our doorstep.
It’s time to lace up those hiking boots, pack a sense of curiosity and tune into the natural world. This remarkable walking track forms (in our opinion) one of the most picturesque parts of the Heysen Trail. Connecting a string of parks along the southern coastline, it extends from the rural town of Cape Jervis along to the surf breaks of Waitpinga to the soaring cliff faces of King’s Beach all the way along to The Bluff at Petrel Cove and ending at the township of Victor Harbor. Read and see more of this walking trail in our autumn issue!

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02/04/2024

Anyone with a penchant for South Australian food and wine has probably imbibed with or dined off an ES Ceramics creation, but Shane Connery’s handiwork goes far beyond the kitchen table. 
It takes time and patience to master the pottery wheel. Fortunately, ceramicist Shane Connery has both. 
The young craftsman grew up in McLaren Vale and studied jazz at the University of Adelaide’s Elder Conservatorium of Music before the world of pottery opened up to him. Read more about Shane and his work in our autumn issue!

28/03/2024

With so many creative pursuits, getting started can be the hardest part. The stark expanse of a blank canvas, or a cursor flashing benignly in a new document, can make even the most creative juices run dry. Some people feel crippled in this space between intention and action. Others, like Emma Fält, will themselves through the discomfort and create their own destiny in the process. Read more about Emma and her work in the autumn issue!

26/03/2024

Young entrepreneur Elliot Brown has had his sights set on business ownership since high school. A growing desire for his grandparents to see his success in their lifetime is what ignited the bravery in him to open Hey Juj – affectionately named after his adored grandmother and matriarch of the family, Jilian. When he announced his plan at a family dinner, his grandmother burst into tears. Read more in our autumn issue.

23/03/2024

Back in 2017 FLM featured an article called Young Guns of the Fleurieu Peninsula. It’s here that Benjamin Hewett, the brainchild of SA surf label Yeo Haus, took to the page as one of the personalities carving out an identity for his generation of south-coasters, creating a visceral culture deeply representative of the region and the youth that spend their time collecting stories on our shorelines. Fast forward seven years later, and time has seasoned Ben into an experienced business owner who has steered his brand from strength to strength. His latest season of growth is his largest to date – Ben and wife Bridget have welcomed the birth of their daughter Babs, alongside the rebirth of Yeo Haus into its new expanded space in Port Elliot. Read more about Ben’s new venture in our autumn issue!
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18/03/2024

For 35 years, Geoff and Louise Hutchinson lived in the same house in Myponga. Then Geoff retired. ‘The house that we were in came with the job,’ explains Louise. ‘So we had to get out.’ It’s a characteristically modest way of describing their circumstances – Geoff and Louise are one of the trio of families who co-founded Fleurieu Milk. Now they’ve swapped the green paddocks of Myponga for sweeping sea views over the Fleurieu coastline and the lowing of cows for the whistle and thwack of golf balls sailing towards the green at Links Lady Bay. Read more about the Hutchinson’s home in our Autumn issue.

10/03/2024

Take a break and celebrate! Who doesn’t love a road trip. Our region is rich with spectacular places to park and have a picnic or a stay. And we love celebrating all the things that make our region great: people, wild nature, entrepreneurs, producers and some seriously good bevvies! Check out our feature shoot from Haycock Point Lookout at Carrickalinga in the new autumn issue!




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09/03/2024

A drive up Old Willunga Hill now offers a captivating glimpse of an earthship – its organic rendering and domed design reminiscent of a cave one would expect to see carved into a desert landscape. This fruit of loving, community-oriented labour sits atop Chad and Emily’s seven-and-a-half hectare Willunga property, with sweeping views north over the region’s vines right across to our sparkling coast and over to Mount Lofty in the east. Read more about this project in our new autumn issue!

04/03/2024

AUTUMN ISSUE IS HOT OFF THE PRESS!

Keep an eye out for the new autumn issue cover featuring an amazing Earthship located in Willunga.

Remember it may take a few days to reach all our sales outlets.

28/02/2024

Autumn issue is on the press!

17/01/2024

Nestled in a beautiful 1840s stone cottage on the charming main strip of Old Noarlunga, a bright and bold breath of fresh air has moved to town. Her Name Was Nola is a retail store, gallery and workshop space dedicated to supporting all that is bright and wonderful in Australian art and design. Read (and see) more in our summer issue!

13/01/2024

There’s something extra exciting and adventurous about jumping on the ferry and heading across the Backstairs Passage to explore Kangaroo Island. The pristine environment is home to some of the most picturesque coastlines. Iconic favourites like Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks offer a stunning spectacle as well as a breath of fresh air, and the wildlife at Seal Bay will leave you in awe. The water is crystal clear and the air, clean. On your travels, be sure to take the time to stop and sample the world-class produce and products that come from this slice of paradise. Knowing that only the finest ingredients grown in a naturally pure environment are in your products enhances the experience of dropping off the mainland and sinking into the beauty that Kangaroo Island has to offer. Read more in our summer issue!
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08/01/2024

Oil painter James McFarlane’s artworks radiate lustre, light and depth. His layering of colour shows his careful consideration and painstaking application of both his skill and patience — and rewards the viewer with something that catches your eye and draws you into a deep, still richness and depth. Read about (and see more of) James’ work in our summer issue!

03/01/2024

Art has a transformative power, it holds stories and history. It communicates our human experience, as vast and varied as this may be. It has the ability to heal. A basket is not just a basket; it is a weaving together of the past and the present, and a vessel of promise to hold the future safely. Our region is abundantly fortunate to have many talented First Nations artists. It is here in these creative forms that an opportunity to express, maintain and assert ancient cultural traditions is carried. To appreciate and observe these age-old practices in motion is to honour the expression of identity, relationship to Country and the spirituality of our First Nations people. Read more in our summer issue now!barlow.artist

24/12/2023

Sitting at the dining table in the hilltop home of Steven and Amy Albrechtsen of Watermayne, we are afforded one of the best views of the house. A large and lengthy picture window frames a panorama of treetops and the sky.
The home they have built is a template for their clients who are attracted to their modern farmhouse design. 
Just prior to their project they had completed a similar design for Steven’s brother Matt and that gave them the opportunity to really hone in on the details of their layout and planning. Steven says, ‘We really wanted to build something here that is worthy of the block.’
Read more about Steven and Amy’s home in our summer issue.com.au

19/12/2023

The ability to see potential requires a certain optimism; an ability to see past faults, flaws and challenges and imagine a future state. For seven years, the block that’s now home to Wren House sat empty, its potential hidden by an aggressive slope and the tired, stressed trees clinging on for dear life. Read more about this 45sqm ‘tiny home’ in our summer issue!
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15/12/2023

One doesn’t expect to encounter two giant Highland cows at the foothills of the Fleurieu, but as one enters Chloe Grayling’s driveway and the fluffy beasts come bounding up the dusty paddock, they feel like old friends. They have become regular fixtures on my phone screen as I scroll through social media – me and some 985,000 of Chloe’s dedicated followers on Tik Tok and 136,000 on Instagram.
Read more about Chloe the ‘sunshine human’ and her cottage in our summer issue!

09/12/2023

The night before I visit Corrina and Dan Wright’s home just outside McLaren Vale, a thunderstorm was unleashed suddenly and spectacularly over the Fleurieu. It’s an obvious point of small talk when Corrina, winemaker at Oliver’s Taranga, welcomes me inside their newly renovated home. It also offers a simple example of how life has changed for the Wright family since the extension was completed. Read more about this build in our new summer issue!

06/12/2023

Just another stunning day on the coast.

30/11/2023

SUMMER ISSUE OF FLM IS HOT OFF THE PRESS!
Keep an eye out for the new summer issue with our epic garden party on the cover.

It may take a few days to reach all our sales outlets.

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23/11/2023

SUMMER ISSUE is on the press! 🔥
Marj is patiently waiting for her copy to see how her photos turned out. Hopefully she'll approve.

17/11/2023

Thanks . Look forward to this roast.

15/10/2023

Our beautiful friend and potter Lesa Farrant's creation for. Pic #2