Iconic streets in rural towns are generally few and far between. Willunga can boast of the quaintness and history of its High St; Strathalbyn also has an incredibly wide High St that that offers some amazing antique and collectors' gems. Inside the century-old buildings the friendliness reflects these towns, and in their unique, invaluable way offer an enviable taste of the … [Read more...] about When a street makes a village
Kieran hopes Tour Down Under will boost local cycling
Stages three and five of the sensational Santos Tour Down under are coming to the Fleurieu Peninsula with some of the world's best cyclists flashing past from January 14-22, but it's not all just about the men. Kieran Secombe, pictured on our front cover, reminds us that there is also the Santos Women's Tour Down Under from January 11-14, and remarkably it has been upgraded … [Read more...] about Kieran hopes Tour Down Under will boost local cycling
A real passion for toys and cars
Some call their cars toys, and that's exactly what the Historic Motor Vehicles Club is presenting in two big events in Victor Harbor in coming weeks. There is the Toys, Models & Collectables Market – a huge boost from the original Toy Fair – at the HMVC clubrooms in Jolly St on Saturday, January 13, and the annual Victor Harbor Autojumble Swap Meet at Encounter Bay Oval … [Read more...] about A real passion for toys and cars
80+ Great Things to See & Do on the Fleurieu Peninsula!
Granite Island penguins Walk across the causeway and discover spectacular views. Temporary facilities with a new sensational development planned for near future. Granite Island is home to a small colony of wild Little Penguins, who return home from their day in the ocean at dusk. Granite Island Nature Tours are the best way to see Little Penguins in their natural habitat. … [Read more...] about 80+ Great Things to See & Do on the Fleurieu Peninsula!
Coffee beans & human beings
Mark Potter has a PhD in bio-chemistry and for years worked at the University of Adelaide as a plant pathologist. One day in 2002 he just gave it all up because he despised his genetic modification work – food that we eat – to do a 10-day course in cheesemaking. Some may suggest he had brain fade with sizeable economic impact, but this whim to dare to play a role in changing … [Read more...] about Coffee beans & human beings