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Mica Grange Open Garden Sculpture Exhibition

OPEN GARDEN TURNED SCULPTURE EXHIBITION

What started as a means of drawing attention to an open garden has developed into a splendid twice-yearly sculpture exhibition.

THE MONARO COMMITTEE FOR CANCER RESEARCH'S FUNDRAISERS

CANCER RESEARCH FUNDRAISER

The community of the Monaro region in southern NSW was recently treated to a fabulous social whirl in the name of an incredibly good cause.

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THE AKUBRA HAT

It’s been to war, to the Olympics and is the go-to gift for visiting dignitaries. The Akubra hat has earned its reputation as an Australian icon.

CRAVING CAPSICUMS

CRAVING CAPSICUMS

Add bold colour and flavour to your menu with the addition of the capsicum.

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TICKLE TANK

Tickle Tank, the enchanting water tank turned home and garden, will do more than just tickle your fancy. This house, and its talented owner, is bound to capture your imagination.

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WEIRD HOLIDAY SPOTS

The Australian Country team have set out to find Australia’s quirkiest hotels, unusual tours and strangest holiday spots in every state.

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EDITOR’S LETTER SEPTEMBER 2015

Kirsty McKenzie’s letter from the September 2015 issue of Australian Country magazine.

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A RURAL WORK IN PROGRESS

A picture-postcard farm in the NSW southern highlands provides sanctuary for a herd of Angus cattle, some exceptionally pampered chooks, all manner of visiting wildlife and an extremely hospitable couple and their lucky guests.

SERIOUS ABOUT SILK FARMING

SERIOUS ABOUT SILK FARMING

Australia’s first and only commercial silk farm in Western Australia’s Margaret River, is an object lesson in mutually beneficial community aid.

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REDISCOVERING RIESLING

A red to remember, a warming brew and a bargain Bordeaux.

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A GARDEN IN THE OUTBACK

When John and Joss Chandler arrived at Kyneton, the garden was bare except for two trees and a paddock full of burrs and buffel grass. These days, it’s a verdant delight — a tribute to more than three decades of hard work.

POLO FASHION

POLO FASHION

Whether you’re a social event queen or simply dressing to impress, we have your polo looks sorted.

VICTORIAN GOAT FARM

VICTORIAN GOAT FARM

Victorian farmers Dave and Connie Northey emerged from devastating bushfires with a new direction for their farm.

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AUSTRALIA’S BIG BOGAN

Recently Australia’s family of big things welcomed a new addition, the Big Bogan in Nyngan.

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA ON A BUDGET

A red to quaff, a cider to sip and Western Australian wines on a budget.

Our Latest Issue

Australian Country 25.4

Our Latest Issue

This issue tells the real stories from the heartland. This is the season for a travelling as we explored Oberon in the NSW Central West and then we headed to Beechworth in north-eastern Victoria. At home with Helen Hopgood who has restored a former railway station master’s cottage, and another inspiring tale from Stanthorpe in Queensland’s Granite Belt where orchardists Ellen and Justin Fawdon have decided to use their stone fruit for a diversification into fruit-based vinegars and shrubs.

Real stories from the heartland you don’t want to miss.

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A DUTCH FAMILY’S SEA CHANGE

After tiring of the long hours running bars and restaurants, this Dutch couple decided it was time for a sea change.

PEACH RECIPES

PEACH RECIPES

Enticing ways to savour the fragrant juiciness of nature’s gift to summer.

OP SHOP INSPIRATION

OP SHOP INSPIRATION

Kim Wallace has emerged as an Australian artist with a talent for creating beautiful ceramics.

Wellington Point

PARADISE POINT

Picturesque Wellington Point has oodles of charm and a relaxed seaside village appeal. Long-time residents Margaret and Kim Harwood bought a former B&B and turned it into a large and welcoming family home.

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A HOME IN THE HILLS

Chris and Mary Woodward’s home in the Perth Hills is a colourful celebration of the arts, music, good food and sustainable living. It’s also HQ for Mary’s number one cause, the Pobblebonk frog.

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OUR LATEST ISSUE IS HERE

This issue we catch up with soft furnishings and accessories importer Kirsty Turnbull,we take a detour to a home at Berry and a retreat at Montville. Plus we return to Mica Grange at Castlemaine in Vic before joining southern Riverina sheep farmer Anna Kelly for a weekend lunch. We’re wanderlust in Central Otago in New Zealand’s South Island for a secluded break. Click to find out more.

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TRAVELLING WITH SHIRAZ

A white to remember, a beer for thirst and Shiraz that’s the same, but different.

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BAKERS RISE TO THE CHALLENGE

With no previous experience as bakers, Will and Caroline Jardine swapped city corporate life for running a country bakery.

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A VINTAGE TRAIN TOUR

A vintage train tour through country NSW combines the luxury travel of bygone days with fine dining and benchmark tourism experiences.

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SUCCESS IN ONLINE FARMING

The La Spinas find success in the country by combining farming with an online importing business.

VINTAGE ADVANTAGE

VINTAGE ADVANTAGE

This Winter’s top looks step out at Mount Ashby Estate in the cool NSW Southern Highlands.

Hinterland High Life

HINTERLAND HIGH LIFE

A move to the Sunshine Coast hinterland prompted Toni Smith to exchange her hectic career in construction and mining for a gentler, and much more fulfilling life as an artist.

LOVELY LIMES

LOVELY LIMES

Limes are flamboyant, fun and the perfect complement to some delicious recipes.

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BUBBLY FOR CHRISTMAS

Bubbly to get you into the festive spirit, a book for browsing and a red on a budget.

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BACK IN BLANC

Flume blanc is back, a Chardonnay for the old school and a red for under the bed.

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