Ask a local

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01. Andrew Banks Teacher, Willunga Waldorf School Where do you go? Bashams Beach – rocks, beach and when you’re lucky, a fun wave. To eat? Russell’s or Pipi at Middleton with my beautiful partner. For coffee? De Groot – reminds me of living in Melbourne. To drink? I’ve enjoyed playing in my band ‘Dust Bowl Chic’ at South Coast Brewery and the Shifty Lizard, while sampling their new creations. Where do you shop? Willunga Farmers Market. Love Najobe for slow cooked goodness. What was the best thing about 2019? Participating in the Fleurieu Future Leaders Program. Learning to play the cello with my kids at school. Going to my men’s group each fortnight and connecting with other blokes. What are you looking forward to in 2020? Seeing our new high school building at Willunga Waldorf complete and watching my son start school. Uniquely Fleurieu? Port Willy – beautiful blue water, unique sand, cliffs and happy families and kids. A good drop? Anything from Noon Winery or McCarthy’s Orchard. Where I shop? Miss Gladys – I like the floral shirts and jackets. I’d like to try? Little Rickshaw – I’ve heard good things. 02. Cheryl Buck Owner/coach, Surf Culture Australia Where do you go to eat? Deep Blue Café Moana, Victory Hotel, Star of Greece For coffee? Goodness Coffee Aldinga, Pipi at Middleton To drink? Fall from Grace – I love the vibe and owner Gill is always up for a chat. Where do you shop? Miss Gladys on Sea, Littlest Vintage and the Fleurieu ArtHouse, McLaren Vale. What was the best thing about 2019? Finishing our home renovation and extension, winning the over 50’s state surfing championships and then competing at nationals, most nerve wracking thing I’ve ever done! What are you looking forward to in 2020? Expanding my surf business with the introduction of a new program for women encompassing the beach lifestyle. Uniquely Fleurieu? The view along the beach looking towards the Sellicks cliffs. Stunning at all times, and in all weather. A good drop? Maxwell’s Eocene and Minotaur Shiraz, Hardy’s Rare Fortified Liqueur Sauvignon Blanc, Fox Creek Vixen Sparkling Shiraz. I’d like to try? Helicopter flight over the Fleurieu coast [and] snorkelling the Port Noarlunga reef. 03. Kristy Robertshaw Owner, Charlie & Jack Where do you go? For coffee? To eat? Coffee at De Groot Coffee Co. Food at home (because my husband is an amazing cook) but we recently went to Pipi at Middleton for a great burger! Where do you shop? There are so many fantastic small businesses on the Fleurieu! I love the goodies from Raw Bulk Wholefoods and the delicious fish and oysters from Oyster George. What was the best thing about 2019? Having the opportunity to expand my shop. I am so appreciative of the continued support I’ve had from the Fleurieu community. I also had three days camping in the Flinders Ranges … HIGHLIGHT! What are you looking forward to in 2020? I’m looking forward to building on my work/life balance so that my business can continue to support my community. I’d love to work on supporting some local charities and programs. Uniquely Fleurieu? We are walking distance from the beach [and] places like Deep Creek are practically in our backyard. A good drop? Mosquito Hill Blanc de Blancs I’d like to try? I’ve been trying to get to Salopian Inn for AGES! 04. Mary Trowbridge Audiologist and owner, Fleurieu Hearing Where do you go? To eat? For coffee? To drink? Spoilt for choice, but on the day Jimmie’s at Aldinga Beach to the Salopian Inn. The Meeting Place is an innovative and great place for coffee. Where do you shop? Gifts from McLaren Unvaled. I can always find something different and personal. What was the best thing about 2019? The genuine engagement of local businesses through Fleurieu Living, Mix and Mingles and the McLaren Vale Business Association. What are you looking forward to in 2020? Hope all is as good in 2020, with a prosperous season for all farmers and grape growers. Uniquely Fleurieu? It would have to be our beaches and Heysen walking trails. A good drop? Samson Tall reflects so much of our region with an amazing boutique winery. I’d like to try? I’m still trying to get to the Willunga Market. Ridiculous!

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05. Marcus Syvertsen Interior designer/stylist/owner, Little Road Studio (plus stylist for FLM!) Where do you go? To eat? For coffee? To drink? Love a long lunch at The Currant Shed, seriously good food and impeccable service. 3 Monkeys for coffee – the girls know how to make a good almond latte. What was the best thing about 2019? Styling some amazing homes and businesses for FLM and crossing the finish line of the Melbourne Marathon. Fleurieu Future Leaders program – you all need to apply! What are you looking forward to in 2020? Opening an interior design studio and retail store in Old Aldinga late December 2019. Uniquely Fleurieu? Silver Sands Beach, Kuitpo Forest with the kids. A good drop? Down the Rabbit Hole Chardonnay – seriously good and my new favourite Samson Tall’s Grenache Rose – Paul and Heather are crafting some amazing wines. Where I shop? I wish I was closer to South Seas Books, also Miss Gladys on Sea, Willunga Farmers Markets. I’d like to try? Mitolo for lunch would be amazing. 06. Megan Jackson Restaurant manager, Nino’s Victor Harbor and Loco Mexican Where do you go? To eat? For coffee? To drink? To eat: Hotel Elliot for a great feed close to home, Salopian Inn for a formal lunch. What was the best thing about 2019? Nino’s Victor Harbor winning the Best Italian Informal Restaurant for Restaurant & Catering SA. All the hard work of the amazing people I work with paid off. What are you looking forward to in 2020? Further development of Victor Harbor to increase the hospitality and tourism industry in the area and keep the town I grew up in growing. Uniquely Fleurieu? Deep Creek Conservation Park –Beautiful spots for camping and walking. A good drop? Anything from Yangarra Estate or SC Pannell in McLaren Vale. Where I shop? The things I need: Jetty Food Store and Indulgent Meats in Port Elliot. Things I like: Mist in Port Elliot. I’d like to try? The Star of Greece and to experience – Waitpinga Quad Bike Adventures. 07. Michelle Wheare Director, Spoilt Rotten Hair Where do you go? To eat? For coffee? To drink? I eat at The Little Rickshaw, where I am always very spoilt with their yummy food. Where I shop? I love to shop at Miss Gladys On Sea, Joff and Razak always know how to dress me outside of the box. What was the best thing about 2019? Making new local friends and building my relationships with my beautiful clients. What are you looking forward to in 2020? I am looking forward to my son starting at Cardijn College – finally close to home. Uniquely Fleurieu? I love the beaches of the Fleurieu and my girlfriends coming down from the city to enjoy some tastings at our local wineries. A good drop? Ivybrook Farm Tempranillo, I love the rustic spanish, yet savoury flavour. 08. Susie Williams Owner, Fleurieu App Where do you go? To the beach and the national parks as much as possible. To eat? Star of Greece has always been a favourite to sneak off to with the hubby. For coffee? Bombora on the River at Goolwa, 3 Monkeys at Willunga or MV Meeting Place in McLaren Vale. To drink? Usually home since we have three kids … but we do sneak off to the Victory Hotel for a bevvie occasionally. What was the best thing about 2019? Settling back on the Fleurieu after five years living in New Zealand and then creating the Fleurieu App. What are you looking forward to in 2020? Our kids being more settled will be a great thing. I also look forward to watching the growth of the app and getting back out exploring our glorious backyard! Uniquely Fleurieu? The location! The best of all worlds … the beautiful beaches and countryside, the relaxed atmosphere and people while still being close to a major city if you need.