Australian Country

We had a fantastic time at the Vision Splendid film festival at Winton and that story, along with many others we found along the way, will feature in upcoming issues. The network always seems to kick in once we’re on the road and we are so appreciati

COMPILED BY DARIA KURILO SEP 6-10 (NSW) Unique offerings, intricate craftsmanship and fine treasures will draw visitors to Sydney’s Antiques and Art Fair. The five-day event will take place at The Kensington Room at Royal Randwick Racecourse and show

COMPILED BY DARIA KURILO Calling all sweet tooths! It’s time to indulge in a slice of creamy, luscious fudge. This melt-inthe- mouth delight comes in several flavours and can be found at various Calico Fudge franchises across Australia. calicofudge.c

BY KIRSTY MCKENZIE, PHOTOGRAPHY KEN BRASS When Alex York moved to Springsure in central Queensland and fell in love with an old Queenslander, little did she know that in another time and place she would be living in it. She recalls having recently ar

COMPILED BY DARIA KURILO BELINDA JEFFERY, PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE, $39.99 These days salads can go far beyond a quiet dish on the side, and Belinda Jeffery’s offering, The Salad Book, proves that salads can be enjoyed at any time of day and any season.

When the latest issue of Australian Country arrived in the mail with its pretty cover and great subscription deal, I knew I had the answer for an after-birthday surprise for my sister’s birthday. She had already received a basket of flowers on the da

OF AUSTRALIAN COUNTRY, WE’VE FOUND AN AMAZING ARRAY OF PEOPLE AND PLACES TO HOPEFULLY ENGAGE, INTRIGUE AND ENTERTAIN. WE START WITH TWO VERY DIFFERENT, BUT VERY APPROPRIATE OUTBACK BUSINESSES. JULIE BROWN STARTED COOLA COZZIES, A SUN-SAFE SWIMWEAR RA

COMPILED BY DARIA KURILO Brush up on your cooking skills and learn tips and tricks from talented chefs at the Spirit House at Yandina, in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast hinterland. Specialising in Asian ingredients and cooking methods, the restaurant co