KI Food, Wine & Art - 2025

Welcome to this edition of the Kangaroo Island (KI) Food, Wine & Art Guide, where we celebrate the vibrant spirit of Kangaroo Island through the lens of

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and generous locals who make Kangaroo Island such a special place to

From the pristine coastlines to the

our advertising, editorial and production teams to showcase the island’s heart

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CREDITS

The KI Food, Wine & Art Team

Stan Gorton Senior Journalist

Sharon Huxtable

Sara Kuerschner Advertising Sales Manager

Michael Simmons Editor

NEW ARTS SPACE EMERGES

ALittle Art Space in Kingscote recently marked its first anniversary, holding its debut SA Living Artists exhibition to celebrate a year of success.

The island’s newest little arts venue was born in 2024 after Fine Art KI closed.

In a novel collaboration two artists and a curator joined forces to operate their respective businesses from the single shared space on Dauncey Street.

For the visitor it is a seamless presentation of intriguing art forms, local creations and handmade gifts across all price points - always with a warm welcome from one of the three founders.

Patti Blucher of By Blu, has lived on KI all her life, previously exhibiting 12 times with the Kangaroo Island exhibitions for SALA at National Wine Centre.

Patti is at heart a maker and a multi-disciplinary artist.

She specialises in unique sterling silver and salvaged metal jewellery and conveys heartfelt moments of island life into vivid paintings.

She takes her inspiration from the natural world, her sense of place and an abiding environmental connection.

Patti’s innate creativity can also be seen 24/7 on the front window of A little Art Space.

Her constantly changing

window art is a living storybook of Kangaroo Island’s seasons and spirit in hand drawn wonder.

Jane Anders has been beachcombing on the island since her retirement in 2014, collecting sea glass, vintage pottery shards, and various found objects.

After six years of gathering these into a vast collection, she began incorporating them into artwork, leading to the creation

Kangaroo Island Tidal Treasures.

Whimsical pictures and mandalas are assembled from sea glass and ceramic shards as found, shaped by mother nature and crafted with imagination and love.

Tidal Treasures are collected worldwide as meaningful mementos and gifts, attracting visitors who are enthralled by the island’s history and provenance of some of the

pieces.

Jane started her journey at the Penneshaw markets and is delighted to now be regularly located within A little Art Space.

Curator Fleur Peters of Art By Design KI represents silversmith husband Fred Peters and showcases an outstanding selection of original artworks; including sculpture, textiles and glass, by other well-known island and SA artists.

With 16 years as a Gallerista, Fleur has presented more than 100 art events on island, and 13 mainland shows in Adelaide.

She knows the island’s artists personally and has a depth and breadth of knowledge of the local art scene.

Her portfolio includes the re-selling of exciting island produced artworks spanning 30 years.

Since opening, A little Art Space’s collaboration between its makers and curator has resulted in a unique gallery.

Visitors and locals have responded enthusiastically, especially appreciating the affordable, authentic Kangaroo Island art on display.

We are open even when we’re closed. Call us to arrange a private opening, we’re nearby. Check our socials for updates: By Blu | Kangaroo Island Tidal Treasures| Art by design KI

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Where you can find unique, high-quality, affordable local treasures The island’s newest little art space houses By Blu, Kangaroo Island Tidal Treasures, Fred Peters silver together with an intriguing, curated mix of locally produced artwork

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Made by Mother Nature

KI OLIVES CELEBRATES 30TH

HAINES

Kangaroo Island Olives is celebrating 30 years of operation this year and general manager Michael Esposito, who also happens to president of Olives South Australia, has written about what olive farming means to his family:

There’s a saying, “You plant a vineyard for your children and an olive grove for your grandchildren”.

If you commit to olive farming, you’re in it for the long run.

The olive tree is a fightersome say you can’t kill an olive tree.

It can endure neglect, disease, drought and even bushfires.

It’ll be here long after we’re gone and will continue to bear fruit for hundreds if not thousands of years - it’s a family legacy I’m privileged and proud to carry on.

This creed was written leading into our 30th anniversary.

2025 will signify 30 years of olive growing on Kangaroo Island.

The Creed:

To be successful for our customers, we must produce quality products and provide excellent service.

To stay true to our heritage, we must hold ourselves accountable to the principles that our elders have taught us. Those are:

■ Work with Mother Nature

■ Live off the land

■ Share the love

If you’re interested in learning more about the three principles of The Creed then keep reading below.

1. Work with Mother Nature

We acknowledge what is good for the land must come first, but that’s sometimes easier said than done.

Some days, Mother Nature is beautiful and magical. Other days, she’s a stubborn cow.

It’s a constant work in progress, and things don’t work out the way you planned, but we test, measure, and go again. Make it work, then make it look pretty.

At Kangaroo Island Olives we apply regenerative agricultural practices and natural sequence farming.

We look at our farm as a

whole ecosystem, where native animals flourish, and woodland areas are protected by heritage agreement.

We apply techniques to improve soil health, biodiversity, climate resilience and water security.

All while making farming more productive and resilient. The adoption of technology is to be used for good and the application of economics to drive efficient use of resources.

Doing more with less is a key driver for us.

2. Live Off The Land Be innovative and resourceful. Use what’s available, and build for the long-term.

Money is not an abundant resource, and like most farms we have a massive boneyard.

Nothing gets thrown away –repurpose, recycle, up-cycle and reuse.

Bush mechanics and elbow grease. Here’s a few rules we live by on the farm:

Just because it’s old doesn’t mean it can’t work- the best bits of machinery are the primitive ones Get the job done - improvise if need be There’s not much that twitches of wire can’t fix Empty olive drums have many uses There’s no shame in borrowing things Always return borrowed items in the same, if not, better condition Never throw away food. Ever.

3. Share the love

Whether it’s knowledge, resources, food, time, or money - if you can, share it.

The day will come when you

need help, and all those good deeds will eventually circle back. Share opportunities too.

Celebrate success and share the wins. Share the workload, because you can’t do everything.

Foster relationships and build positive connections within the community.

Most importantly, share the land, share the water, and share the love.

Fight and care for heritageprotected lands, because humans aren’t the only species living here.

Our farm is home to a wide variety of fauna and flora. Its our responsibility to protect it and not interfere

→ If you have any questions about how we farm, the island, or anything else, please reach out - info@kiolives.com.au

Dom Esposito and his son Michael run the family olive farm known as “Little Liguria” located near Western Cove on Kangaroo Island. (Supplied)

The early days of Kangaroo Island Olives, Dom Esposito and the boys.

Fabio

the traditional tastes of

TRADITIONAL TASTES OF ITALY

KINGSCOTE

Located on the main street of Kingscote, Kangaroo Island, Amadio’s Vino e Cucina is modelled on an authentic Italian trattoria.

Delighting diners with traditional, rustic Italian cuisine, accompanied by Amadio Wines.

And excitingly the freshly renovated restaurant and kitchen now offers take-away meals.

Everything is made in-house from tasty pasta sauces, gnocchi and breads by the renowned chef Fabio Rocco Ricciardi - formerly in-house chef for Ferrari’s Formula 1 racing team.

Chef Fabio brings the traditional tastes of his Italian hometown of Modena to the shores of Kingscote, Kangaroo Island.

Diners can enjoy dishes such as; Spaghetti Allo Scoglio, Polpette Al Sugo & Tuscan Slow Braised Lamb Shank.

A must-try is Chef Fabio’s signature dish ‘Gnocchi Cacio Pepe E Tartufo’ – homemade potato gnocchi with forest mushrooms, truffle & cream, served in a wheel of pecorino.

Exclusively showcasing the finest Amadio Wines

on the main

from Kangaroo Island and the Adelaide Hills, local gin and Italian spirits, combined with the relaxed atmosphere, Amadio’s is the perfect setting for dinner or a place to enjoy a drink.

Drawing inspiration from

Fabio Rocco Ricciardi - formerly in-house chef for Ferrari’s

his Italian heritage, the Amadio family is guided by tradition.

With an unbridled passion for winemaking, Danniel Amadio creates exquisite, high-quality wines that captivate the global palate.

Danniel is continuing his

family’s successful winemaking legacy.

His wines embrace the best fruit flavours and ‘terroir’ characteristics of the Adelaide Hills region, producing wines of great depth and natural character.

Chef

Ricciardi brings

his Italian hometown of Modena to the shores of Kingscote, Kangaroo Island. (Supplied)

Located

street of Kingscote, Kangaroo Island, Amadio’s Vino e Cucina is modelled on an authentic Italian trattoria.

Formula 1 racing team.

IGA MAKES IT EASY TO SHOP

Penneshaw IGA is a one stop shop for islanders and visitors alike, being open from 8am until 8pm every day, and literally one minute from the ferry.

It has gone through a huge transformation since owners Sue and Mark McLeay took over the store in 2017, culminating in a complete refurbishment late last year.

It offers a great range of products including groceries, giftware, barbecue needs, beach and outdoor items, homewares, hardware, and souvenirs.

It also has a comprehensive range of local and SA produce and is always looking to source new lines from local producers.

Sue and Mark find their click and collect service to be popular with time-poor residents and visitors alike.

The service makes it easier for customers to pre order and collect their shopping on their way through Penneshaw.

It could be locals short on time or holiday makers wanting to collect their groceries on arrival, Sue said.

“The new rewards program offers extra discounts and cash back to card holders, another initiative to reward our regular IGA shoppers.”

Penneshaw IGA has become an integral part of the Island community.

A percentage of sales from the store’s “Community Co” range goes towards supporting local groups and charities.

Sue and Mark also support

Mark said.

KICK BACK AT BAY OF SHOALS

SOPHISTICATED YET APPROACHABLE WINES KINGSCOTE

Capturing stunning sea views over the vineyard towards historic Reeves Point, Bay of Shoals Wines is well worth a visit.

This is a boutique coastal winery located on what was originally Reeves farm.

Its cellar door was established in 2006, and the vineyard produces sophisticated yet approachable wines.

Bay of Shoals Wines offer an authentic Kangaroo Island product, with the grapes being grown, harvested, and made onsite at the winery.

Aside from experiencing its personal approach to wine tasting, you are welcome to sit in any of the beautiful seating areas, overlooking the amazing views, and enjoy a glass of wine with a platter-style lunch, or a pre-booked picnic or seafood platters.

Bay of Shoals Wines offer many wine varieties that are made by its winemaker, Frank Huisman, who came from Tasmania, bringing with him many years of winemaking experience.

It is no surprise that the award-winning riesling, which is grown close to the water’s edge and thought to be the

closest to the sea in the southern hemisphere, has proved to be very popular.

Bay of Shoals’ range of white wines offer a refined and elegant style showing lively crisp, clean notes, and intense fruit flavours.

The winery is conveniently located just five minutes from Kingscote, and aside from wine tasting and sales, accommodation “Vineyard Escape” is available overlooking the vines and Bay of Shoals.

Call 0439 319 175 for more information or to book a visit. → bayofshoalswines.com.au

A PLACE TO ‘WINE’ DOWN

DUDLEY EAST

Aplace where couples, friends and family can enjoy a quiet drink, a tasting paddle and delicious food, False Cape Wines is the cellar door for every occasion.

Julie and Jamie Helyar have created an ambience and experience where people of all ages can kick back and enjoy.

“Our cellar door is like driving into an Australian oasis that is surrounded by gum trees, gardens, and vineyards on the picturesque Willson River,” Julie said.

“Visitors can immerse themselves in the natural surroundings and truly relax from the stresses of daily life.

“Our favourite thing about the cellar door is the visitor’s smiles and appreciation as they enjoy a few hours of the simple things in life - good wine, food, nature and friends.”

The use of limestone and recycled timber creates a fantastic relaxed atmosphere.

There is a large deck, lawn areas, kids playground, farm animals, basketball backboard, shaded areas, plus indoor and outdoor wood fires, making it the ideal family destination all year round.

Originally a teacher and shearer, the Helyars had family connections to Lake Breeze Wines, located at Langhorne

Creek, who encouraged them to start their vineyard.

“We take pride in showcasing premium, authentic Kangaroo Island wines where the grapes are all dry grown, only relying on rainfall,” Julie said.

“This ensures intense flavours and colours in our wines.”

For more than 20 years, the winery has been producing incredible wines to the highest standard. Their recent vintages rates over 90 points by James

Halliday, with their cabernet merlot, cabernet sauvignon and riesling all scoring 94 points.

Their brother and brotherin-law, Greg Follett, who is an award winning winemaker, has taken the Kangaroo Island cool climate grapes and handcrafted them into a fantastic selection of premium wines.

False Cape Cellar Door came to fruition to showcase the wines as well as their beautiful location on the Dudley

Peninsula.

Off the grid and completely relying on solar power, Julie said that there is also limited mobile reception, which they love.

“It’s phones down, which creates conversation and laughter instead,” she said.

False Cape Wines is open seven days a week, from 11am to 5pm and is located at 1054 Willson River Road, Dudley East. → Falsecapewines.com.au

TRY THE SCONES

SET against a backdrop of gently swaying lavender fields, Emu Bay Lavender is a farmgate cafe and working lavender farm that captures the essence of Kangaroo Island’s natural charm.

Just a short drive from the coast, this hidden gem invites visitors to slow down, breathe deep, and indulge in a uniquely fragrant experience where food, nature, and artisan craft come together.

Established in 2001 with a humble patch of lavender, the farm has flourished into a 51acre estate boasting more than 7500 plants across 12 varieties of Lavandula Angustifolia and Lavandula Intermedia.

Owned and operated by a fifth-generation Island family, Emu Bay Lavender is built on values of sustainability, local pride, and hands-on production.

Every product is crafted and packaged on site - from soothing oils and balms to the farm’s signature lavender honey, made with the help of Kangaroo

Island’s iconic Ligurian bees.

In the cafe, the seasonal menu showcases fresh, local ingredients, but it’s the signature lavender scones that have truly captured hearts, and appetites.

Served warm with house-made jam and cream, these delicately perfumed treats are fast becoming just as iconic as the Remarkable Rocks - a must-try for visitors seeking the full Island experience.

Summer sees the lavender fields in full bloom, creating a sea of purple that’s as photogenic as it is fragrant.

About 8000 bunches are harvested each year by hand, with just 10 kilograms of essential oil distilled annually - a labor of love that defines the purity of Emu Bay’s therapeutic range.

The cafe is open daily for breakfast from 9am to 11.30am, and lunch from 12pm to 3pm.

Whether you’re coming for the blooms, the bees, or the now-famous scones, Emu Bay Lavender offers a truly sensory slice of Kangaroo Island. → emubaylavenderfarm.com.au

A COW AND FARM EXPERIENCE ON KI

EMU BAY

DISCOVER a farm experience unlike any other at Solstice Kangaroo Island, where you’ll be transported into the picturesque rural landscape.

Get up close and personal with the majestic Highland Cows, adorable farm animals, including the rare Valais Blacknose sheep, Baby doll sheep and Merino sheep, playful chickens, and friendly ducks who will greet you on arrival.

Your personal guides will highlight the rich heritage of KI’s farming culture while you have fun with handson farm activities such as brushing, feeding, patting and caring for the animals.

Perfect for families, couples, and animal enthusiasts, Solstice Kangaroo Island promises unforgettable memories and an intimate glimpse into farm life.

We are open all yearround for booked experiences (bookings are essential). Come prepared for the extremes of Australian seasons with wet and green winters and dry and brown summers.

During December and January, we hold a special daily feeding session with all your farm favourites. Bookings are preferred, but walk-ins are always welcome

To avoid disappointment, book your personalized farm experience today at Solstice Kangaroo Island via our website, Facebook page or for last minute bookings, please call on 0407 857 280.

Solstice Kangaroo Island Highland Cow & Farm Experience

UNIQUE FARM ENCOUNTERS AND GUIDED EXPERIENCES

Solstice Kangaroo Island is located in the

only 11 minutes from Kingscote.

Discover a farm experience unlike any other at Solstice Kangaroo Island, where you’ll be transported into the picturesque rural landscape.

Get up close and personal with majestic Highland Cows, adorable farm animals, including the rare Valais Blacknose sheep, playful chickens, and friendly ducks.

With your personal guides, learn about the rich heritage of Kangaroo Island’s farming culture and partake in hands-on farm activities.

Perfect for families, couples, and animal enthusiasts, Solstice KI promises unforgettable memories and an intimate glimpse into farm life.

Wisanger Hills near Emu Bay on beautiful Kangaroo island,

Photo Credit to Arlow Studios and Mark Myerson Gallery

SWEEPING VIEWS AT DUDLEY

PENNESHAW

Experience the essence of Kangaroo Island at Dudley Wines. Sweeping cliff top views surround you as you sample Dudley’s fine Kangaroo Island wines accompanied by gourmet pizzas and platters.

There’s a nature play area with plenty of space for young ones to run around.

Try your hand at “golf across the gully”, an opportunity to practise your golf skills for the young ones and young at heart!

Dudley Wines is run and owned by Jeff and Val Howard, their three children and their families.

The Howard family’s history on Kangaroo Island dates back more than 140 years.

In the 1960s, Jeff, a fourth generation ‘Islander’, purchased a block, known as Porky Flat, on the south coast of the Peninsula, which he gradually turned into a successful merino sheep and cattle farm.

With the collapse of the wool industry in the early 1990s, Jeff

planted vines as an experiment, and made their first red wine in part of the old shearing shed.

They named it “Shearing Shed Red” and it was purely for their own use.

The following year they made their first commercial vintage wine, and Dudley Wines grew from there.

Dudley Wines’ vineyard is in a beautiful valley at Porky Flat.

The vines are dry-grown and thrive in the rich limestone soils.

The fresh Southern Ocean breezes ensure a slow ripening season, leading to enhanced

fruit concentration.

About 30 per cent of the property is still untouched native bushland and it is the isolated nature, and the pristine surrounds of the vineyard that contribute to the unique characteristics of Dudley’s Wines.

Jeff’s son Brodie took over the role of winemaker in 2000.

Being the owner/winemaker for over 20 years has given him the freedom to explore many techniques and develop his own winemaking style.

His range of wines are

AUTHENTIC WINES

KANGAROO ISLAND

diverse, and carefully crafted to capture and emphasise the abundant fruit characteristics presented by the Island’s terroir.

Dudley Wines are proud to produce a 100 per cent Kangaroo Island product, grown and handcrafted just 15km from the cellar door.

It embraces sustainable practices in the vineyard and winery, including the use of animals to control weeds and pests - limiting chemical use, using solar power and no irrigation.

All of the wines are low in sulphur and vegan friendly.

A destination not to be missed on your visit to Kangaroo Island.

Open five days a week - closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays - bookings are recommended.

34 YEARS OF ISLAND HISTORY

MACGILLIVRAY

Larry and Bev Turner founded Emu Ridge in 1991 and since then they have not looked back.

In 1991, the Turner family faced a big question: what should traditional sheep farmers do given a downturn of wool prices?

The couple came up with an answer, not realising that it would lead them to become one of the few remaining commercial eucalyptus oil distilleries in Australia.

“We are extremely proud of our family-owned business and keeping this Aussie industry alive,” Emu Ridge owner Bev Turner said.

Eucalyptus oil was Australia’s first true export overseas, but these days around 90 per cent of the world’s supply comes from countries like China and Brazil.

Today, more than 34 years later, Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery, craft gallery, cafe and cellar door have grown to be

one of the most popular tourist attractions on Kangaroo Island. When visiting the unique attraction, they will show you the past and present processes of eucalyptus oil distilling from

a tree endemic to Kangaroo Island, where they produce an essential oil unique to the world.

The business also has a great range of natural products that it has proudly

developed, in addition to supporting many other local producers and artisans in the retail store.

Emu Ridge is proudly the cellar door for Kangaroo Island Ciders, where you can taste and buy the award-winning local apple ciders.

They also have a cafe with three dining areas of your choice to try their delicious breakfast and lunch menu, and the bar has a great range of local beer, wine, spirits and delicious cocktails.

There are guided and selfguided tours, historical relics, a barbecue area, public toilets and more.

Check out the Emu Ridge website to find out the opening hours, which may change from season to season.

→ www.emuridge.com.au

Part of the KI Easter Art Exhibition 2023 display. (Desiree Jurgs)

ART FOR YOU

BAUDIN BEACH

Agem of an art gallery is located conveniently for visitors, just 10km from your point of arrival on, or departure from, Kangaroo Island on the ferry.

At Kangaroo Island Artworks Gallery, there’s a vast selection of mementoes of the island or gifts for the family when you return home.

This community, volunteerrun gallery offers paintings, photographs, jewellery, woodwork, pottery, and fabric and wearable craft, as well as cards, books and bookmarks. Everything on offer is made

by members of the Artists Collective KI, which runs the gallery.

The collective also presents the Island’s premier art event, KI Easter Art Exhibition, which runs for 12 days earlier this year at Penneshaw Town Hall.

This exhibition is the place where the cream of Kangaroo Island art is gathered every second year for one of the best regional art exhibitions in South Australia.

The gallery is normally open Thursday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Look for the flags on Hog Bay Road at Baudin Beach.

→ www. kangarooislandartworks.org

→ Instagram: @ kangarooislandartworks

MARKETS ON OVAL

PENNESHAW

KI is renowned for its unspoiled wild beauty, sprawling national parks, and unique wildlife.

Whether you are a first-time visitor or a lifelong resident, the markets offer a welcoming, festive atmosphere that encourages discovery and connection.

Penneshaw community markets are held on the first Sunday annually from October to April, plus Easter Sunday.

Markets are set up on Penneshaw Oval - a short walk from the ferry terminal - and are open from 9am to 1pm.

Browsing is encouraged - chat with the vendors! They are passionate about their products and eager to share their knowledge.

In the event of adverse weather, the markets fall back to Penneshaw Hall, adjacent the oval, to provide shelter for visitors to browse the range of items on display, sheltered from wind and rain.

Cruise ships also stop over at Penneshaw with passengers discovering the Island through tours of wildlife, wineries, beekeeping, and historic sites.

Many passengers return in later years to continue exploration as the island is larger than many expect and multiple visitor attractions await discovery.

Welcome markets are held for the larger cruise ship arrivals with a shuttle bus to convey passengers to points of interest such as the National Trust Museum displaying the history of settlement with whaling and sea hunting memorabilia.

The KI Sculpture Trail is a world class bush adventure with resident wallabies and kangaroos and unique sculptures, all funded by sponsorship and community contributions.

Historical information is displayed on signs marking the walking trail covering Penneshaw and surrounds.

→ For information on market dates, check Penneshaw Markets on Facebook or email penneshawprogress@gmail. com

FIRST TO RECEIVE CHEF HAT

AMERICAN BEACH

Sunset Food and Wine is a modern bistro which overlooks the beautiful American Beach.

It was the first restaurant on Kangaroo Island to be awarded one Chef Hat from the Australian Good Food Guide in 2017.

Sunset Food and Wine reopens mid December 2025.

With access to so many quality local ingredients, chef Jack Ingram works closely with food producers and growers from Kangaroo Island and South Australia, only using what is in season and what is at its very best.

Jack was brought up in Dorset, England – a place of fine food and fantastic produce.

He started working when he was 13 as a kitchen porter.

“My passion for food developed therein as did my desire to grow and mature as a chef. From then I had my training at some of the best Michelin starred restaurants in the UK like Le Champignon

and Lygon Arms Hotel.”

Jack moved to Melbourne in 2010 and worked with Shannon Bennett at the highly acclaimed Vue de monde, finishing up as Chef De Cuisine at Bistro Vue, which is the sister restaurant to the main Vue de monde restaurant.

In 2015 the opportunity came to come to Kangaroo Island

and Southern Ocean Lodge as executive chef.

During this time he made many friends and connections with producers and growers within the island and South Australia and fell in love with the passion and quality produced in this region.

“When the opportunity arose to take over the restaurant, I

knew it was a dream come true to be able to cook and showcase what South Australia has to offer and hopefully help put Kangaroo Island on the map as a food and wine destination it deserves to be.”

→ Bookings can be made via the website www.

We open for summer from mid December to late April /Early May each year.

Sauvage

Anew dining experience has arrived in Kingscote with the opening of TIRAGE on Dauncey Street.

The casual restaurant and wine bar is the latest venture from chef Jack Ingram, best known for his acclaimed venue Sunset Food & Wine near Penneshaw.

At TIRAGE, guests can enjoy a thoughtfully curated selection

of local and international wines paired with seasonal dishes designed to complement each glass.

The focus is on relaxed dining that showcases the best of Kangaroo Island produce while also celebrating global flavours.

Open from 3pm until late, TIRAGE offers both locals and visitors a welcoming spot to enjoy quality food and wine in the heart of Kingscote. → www. tirageonkangarooisland.com.au

21 YEARS; GREAT VINTAGE

Graham and Mary Jones have followed through with their dream of making authentic ciders on Kangaroo Island, beginning planting an apple orchard on their property in 2004, and so 2025 marks the 21st birthday of the orchards.

Why? To be able to make a top quality cider.

In 2012, the pair saw through their dream and officially set up Kangaroo Island Ciders.

Graham has been teaching cider making and making cider with his students for many years as part of the winemaking programs at the University of Adelaide.

Wanting to take his passion for premium quality ciders to the next level, he and Mary planted 30 different cider apple varieties, together with a few dessert apple varieties.

They now have more than 800 trees in their orchards.

Among the orchards you can spot old English varieties, such as Yarlington Mill, Somerset Red Streak, Kingston Black and

Paddlers from KI Dragons, based in American River, together with riders of the Bicycle Users Group (BUG) got together to help pick the apples for the 2025 vintage at Kangaroo Island Ciders. (Supplied)

Golden Harvey.

Planting a vast range of varieties means Kangaroo Island Ciders are able to create many different flavours, with bittersweet and bittersharp apples adding to the complexity of the ciders.

While Graham manages the cider productions, there’s no doubt Kangaroo Island Ciders is a family affair.

Son, Gavin, assists in processing and blending the ciders, while Mary is involved

in maintaining the orchard, organising the apple picking and even designing the labels for the cider - which are based on the coastal views of Kangaroo Island.

This year, the Jones again had the assistance of the KI Dragons, based in American River, together with members of the Bicycle Users Group (BUG) to pick the apples.

The trees were loaded with apples but the lack of water for

The Kangaroo Island Ciders product range.

irrigation made the apples small and the crop was well down on previous years but the quality was excellent.

“The cider has again turned out to be one of the best we have made - a great vintage,” Graham said.

Kangaroo Island ciders are available at venues around the Island with the cellar door at Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery. → www.kangarooislandciders. com.au

Award winning Colony Cove ciders and sparkling apple juice are made with traditional cider apples from our Kangaroo Island orchards.

Cellar door: Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery Also available at Emu Bay Lavender Farm, Kangaroo Island Brewery, and at various restaurants and cafes on Kangaroo Island, in Adelaide at Stall 17 Central Market and at Belair Fine Wines.

Enquiries Phone: 0423 780 885

Email: kangarooislandciders@gmail.com Web: www.kangarooislandciders.com.au

FRENCH TREAT EVERY FRIDAY

KINGSCOTE

Kangaroo Island locals know every Friday morning is “treat day” in Kingscote.

French patisserie “Les Douceurs de Sooz” has on offer delicious homemade savoury and sweet French pastries.

Susie Thomas the French pastry chef is so popular there is usually a line and the pastries quite often sell out.

She’s open every Friday 10am to 2pm at the entrance to Kingscote at 49 Kohinoor Road.

Catering and birthday cake available any day of the week by ordering 0459 586 116.

Les Douceurs de Sooz has really taken off with a new shop and commercial kitchen on Kohinoor Road at the entrance to Kingscote.

Susie was born and raised in the small city of Metz in the Lorraine region of northeast France, before moving to KI just

before the 2020 bushfires.

She now opens every Friday morning making a lot of varieties of savoury pies and sweet pastries.

She also sets up her stall during the high seasonOctober to April - at other events and markets, every first Sunday of the month at the Penneshaw local and some cruise ship

Open - FRIDAY 10am to 2pm it’s Treat Day in Kingscote (49 Kohinoor Rd)

ARTIST LIVES ON IN HIS WORK

KINGSCOTE

The late Neil ‘Shep’ Sheppard started his art career as a pen and ink artist, but did not discover colour until the last 18 years of his life.

He was very adventurous, experimenting with themes, media and subject matter, ranging from traditional landscapes, seascapes and buildings to abstract and naive depictions of daily life.

Having always sketched in black and white, the former teacher started painting with acrylic and oil, with numerous solo and shared exhibitions following.

As a result his work is owned in collections worldwide.

Shep’s Studio has wheelchair access, with a relaxed atmosphere for guests to browse. Please call 0417 954 979 for open times.

Original paintings and fine art quality limited edition

reproductions are available for purchase.

Shep’s Studio art gallery is located on Bellmore Road, turn off at North Coast Road, 8kms from Kingscote, Kangaroo Island. → www.shepstudio.com.au

Come on in The Local French Patisserie “Les Douceurs de Sooz” and try a delicious Homemade Savoury or Sweet French Pastry.

Also available Catering and Birthday cake available by ordering 0459 586 116

Bellmore Road, off North Coast Road, 8kms from Kingscote Please call 0417 954 979 for open times - and details of other venues displaying Shep's artwork. www.shepstudio.com.au

CAFE AT NUMBER ONE BEACH

STOKES BAY

THE Rockpool Cafe is located on the coastal strip of Stokes Bay, just near the entry to one of Kangaroo Island’s most talked about beaches Stokes Bay Beach, rated Australia’s number one beach in 2023.

Synonymous with the stunning seaside views, and with the colours and textures of the classic beach kiosk, The Rockpool Cafe offers restaurant quality meals, a la carte service and a casual, unpretentious approach to dining out with a menu that caters to a variety of tastes,

This includes succulent local seafood, tasty salads, traditional beachy fare such as hot chips with sauce, delicious cakes, great coffee and they are fully licensed.

And there’s also a gated outdoor kids’ area.

You will feel just as welcome in your boat shoes or wedge heels as you would in your boardies or sandy Havaianas.

There is plenty of seating inside and out, with views of

the sparkling crystal waters of Investigator Strait.

Tanned beauties, families, dog walkers, foodies, beach goers and fitness heads make themselves known in the hood referred to as “Stokes” along with the local kangaroos, wallabies and koalas who keep the basic campground adjacent wellmanicured. → www.facebook.com/ TheRockpoolCafe

THE ROCKPOOL CAFÉ STOKES BAY

VIBRANT CAFE

KINGSCOTE

CACTUS Kangaroo

Island is a friendly and vibrant cafe located in the heart of Kingscote.

The cafe and restaurant, located on Dauncey Street, offers lots of indoor and alfresco seating.

We pride ourselves on our friendly service, menus filled with simple fresh options, house made cakes and great fair-trade coffee.

Fresh pressed juices and a large selection of local wines,

cider and craft beer are also available.

Cactus was founded by Yen Leow, and Louis Lark – who met working at Southern Ocean Lodge and became friends through a shared passion of enjoying great food.

The concept of Cactus was born through a desire to enhance the Island’s food scene and bring a taste of city cafe culture to KI.

Follow our socials to find out about upcoming events, themed dinners and more.

Open seven days a week from 7.30am to 2.30pm → www.cactuski.com.au

TASTY OPTIONS, GREAT SERVICE

KINGSCOTE

AMANDA’S Takeaway was started in Kingscote by Amanda herself in September 2018.

She set out to make good food people could pick up and take with them, and according to her reviews she has done just that.

A variety of comfort food, delightful treats and snacks are available, all of which can be enjoyed in store, or at your own table at home.

Open seven days a week from 11am to 8pm, other than public holidays, Amanda’s Takeaway is a great option for locals and tourists alike and is able to cater to a wide range of dietary requirements.

You don’t even have to call up, you can order online with the delicious menu available on the website.

At Amanda’s Takeaway, you can order coffee, shakes,

snacks, kids food, hot packs, burgers, rolls and yiros.

Also ask for the classic “127”, what locals on KI call chips and gravy.

Based in beautiful, historic Kingscote, you can enjoy the gorgeous rustic scenery while sitting with delicious food, make sure to use the opportunity to check out all of what Kingscote has to offer.

So get down to Amanda’s Takeaway and enjoy the high quality food that Amanda and her staff produce. → amandastakeaway.com

DINE-IN

At Amanda’s Take Away, we have lots of space for you to come in and have a meal with family and friends.

TAKE AWAY

Of course, you can take your lunch or dinner with you and enjoy it in the beautiful surrounds of Kangaroo Island.

OUR TRU THAI

AMERICAN RIVER

KI Tru Thai is celebrating 12 years of business on Kangaroo Island.

Thai food, cocktails, live music, fires and heating make for a very special evening.

KI Tru Thai is open every Thursday evening from 5pm for dine-in, with its full menu, live music and licensed bar, as well as take away meals.

It has been a wonderful journey and KI Tru Thai is recognised to be an important part of Island culture; on Thursday evenings they provide a great family friendly atmosphere, free live music, licensed bar and unique tasty and well priced Thai food.

It is a very popular venue where locals meet tourists, and friends are made.

When customers leave happy and satisfied it gives the hosts much pleasure.

As the holiday season approaches it is important to book a table as the peak of the season is often booked out.

The team consists of Thai, Vietnamese, Taiwan and

Australian staff who understand Asian food with friendly customer service.

The authentic Thai food is prepared by chef Sirintip Panya and comes from her cultural recipes of north east Thailand.

The menu includes pad Thai noodles, spring rolls, fish cakes, four hot authentic Thai dishespork, SA prawns, local chicken, vegetarian dishes, curry dishes and all with locally grown fresh vegetables.

KI True Thai is located at 148 Old Salt Lake Road, Haines, American River.

→ Book a special visit by calling owners Tony Blight and Sirintip Panya on 0408 848 211.

K.I. Tru Thai

K.I. Fresh produce cooked the true Thai way.

Authentic Thai food prepared by Sirintip Panya from her cultural recipes of North East Thailand. Mobile Thai food catering for any occasion. Giving Kangaroo Island visitors and residents the real deal of True Thai food cooked from Fresh K.I. Produce.

Open every Thursday Evening from 5pm, with Bar and Live Music. For takeaway and dine in meals at Willowbrook Property: 148 Old Salt Lake Rd, Haines

Tony and Sirintip Blight 0408 848 211

BOOKS AND MORE

KINGSCOTE

Big Quince Books & Coffee is a gorgeous spot to sit and look out across Backstairs Passage to the mainland.

Island roasted coffee, exotic island-blended teas and a range of cheesecakes and cookies are available 9am to 5pm weekdays and 9.30am to 2pm Saturday.

Find a holiday read or a thoughtful gift in Big Quince’s well-stocked bookshop. There’s something for everyone –fiction, non-fiction, books about Kangaroo Island and plenty of activities and stories for kids.

Or browse cards and gift packs, humorous pins and socks, photo frames, soaps and bagged tea and coffee.

Owners Alice and Stu have worked hard to see Big Quince evolve into an inclusive community space.

Groups like the KI Players meet here and painting workshops, art and photography exhibitions, writers in residence, book

launches and events for children take place regularly.

This is also Kingscote’s print hub, with document and photo printing, scanning and a suite of signage services available.

There’s a lot going on under one roof – which isn’t uncommon for businesses trying to make ends meet in a small town!

Recent customers have described Big Quince as welcoming customers “like a hug” with its warm colours, eclectic range and appealing details.

Indoor and outdoor seating, a comfy armchair and Ada the well-behaved shop dog all contribute to making Big Quince a special little nook. Don’t miss it!

→ www.bigquinceprint.com

Menu on site, some of the dishes will include Pad Thai noodles, Jasmine Steamed rice, Fried Rice, Freshly made large Vegie Thai Spring rolls, Thai Fish cakes, 4 hot Authentic Thai dishes which will include, Pork, S.A. Prawn, Local chicken, Vegetarian dishes, curry dishes, all with locally grown fresh vegetables. Menu will vary.

9-5 weekdays, 9:30-2 Saturday Well-stocked independent book shop

gifts & cards

or delicious brews

blended tea

& biscuits

sea view in town!

HISTORIC FAMILYFRIENDLY HOTEL

KINGSCOTE

LOCATED at 57 Dauncey Street, in the heart of Kingscote, the Queenscliffe Hotel epitomises the very best of what Kangaroo Island has to offer.

Quench your thirst in the front bar or enjoy a delicious meal with family and friends in the dining room - the Queenscliffe Family Hotel has something for everyone.

Menu favorites include the classic parmigiana and other traditional pub-style meals, and there is an extensive wine list, so there is sure to be an option for everyone at affordable prices.

If you are looking to stay on the Island, the Queenscliffe Family Hotel is the perfect spot for visitors and localse.

Opened in 1884, the Queenscliffe Hotel was Kingscote’s first hotel, having previously been used for local council meetings, visiting

doctors and dentists rooms and the focal point for the town square.

Known locally as the “Queeney”, the hotel has been a fixture of the Kangaroo Island community for well over 100 years, and it has established a strong reputation where people can enjoy true Kangaroo Island hospitality.

The Queenscliffe Family Hotel bar is open seven days a week from 9am until midnight, with the bistro open seven days a week from 11.30am, all day to 8.30pm.

The next door Liquor Legends Bottle Shop is also open daily from 9am to 9pm.

Queenscliffe Family Hotel

WILD CARERS

KANGAROO ISLAND

IF you are planning a visit or are already on KI and your passion is wildlife conservation, consider supporting the Kangaroo Island Wildlife Network (KIWN).

KIWN is a volunteer-run notfor-profit wildlife conservation organisation that responds to requests for emergency rescues, and provides direct care for orphaned, injured or displaced wildlife.

It also initiates and supports environmental protection programs, plants trees and shrubs for habitat restoration, builds sanctuary support on private land, and organises specialised carer training and advice.

Visitors are urged to slow down particularly at dawn and dusk because vehicle strike is the main reason wildlife goes into care.

Well-placed roadside “Report Injured Wildlife” signs remind drivers to slow down and to call 1300 KIWILD (1300 549 453) when animals are injured. → To support the work of KIWN consider visiting www.

A SOULFUL SLICE OF ISLAND

PARNDANA

THERE’S a special kind of magic on Kangaroo Island — one that whispers through the gums, hums with the pulse of the land, and finds its heartbeat in places like Eleanor Downs.

Nestled deep in the island’s heartland, Eleanor Downs is far more than a working farm - it’s a living, breathing story of heritage, hospitality, and heart.

Originally one of the island’s early soldier settler farms, its legacy has been lovingly reimagined by Nathan Trethewey and Olivia Baker.

Today, it’s a place where guests aren’t just visitors — they’re welcomed like family.

And while the land itself rolls wide and open with Angus cattle, Merino sheep, stock horses, and a delightfully round pet bull named Gary, what sets Eleanor Downs apart is its soul.

More Than a Farm — A Way of Life

This isn’t agri-tourism dressed up for the city crowd.

Eleanor Downs offers an unfiltered, immersive experience — a chance to feel the grit, grace, and grounding of real farm life.

Whether you’re waking up to misty paddocks in a cozy farmstay, taking a scenic flight or lending a hand during a farm tour, every moment invites you into the rhythm of the land.

At its heart is The Shearing Shed, a space that bridges tradition and transformation.

Once echoing with the sounds of wool being thrown across the table, it now hums with music, conversation, and community.

The shed has become a cultural beacon, hosting everything from arts performances and rural retreats to equestrian events and wellness weekends.

And now, it also houses something refreshingly unexpected: Grasshopper Brewing - Kangaroo Island’s latest craft beer venture.

Under twinkling lights and the warmth of good company, long-table dinners here are less about the food, though it’s exceptional, and more about the spirit.

This is where stories are swapped, music drifts into the night, and strangers become old friends.

Pilgrim by Eleanor Downs —

Trethewey and Olivia

hospitality, and heart. (Supplied)

Where Heritage Meets Design

Just down the road in the small town of Parndana - meaning “Place of Little Gums” - creativity takes on a different form. Enter Pilgrim by Eleanor Downs, a boutique that defies the ordinary.

This thoughtfully curated space is part atelier, part time capsule, and entirely charming. Inside, vintage French antiques sit beside artisan homewares, sustainable fashion, and handcrafted goods - many made right here on the island. It’s the kind of place where every object has a story, and every purchase feels like a keepsake.

But Pilgrim isn’t just a shopit’s an experience.

Pop next door to the Parndana laundromat, tickle the keys of the town’s public piano, or pull up a seat with a Grasshopper brew in hand.

Yes, the beer is brewed in the humble shed just out back - a quiet rebellion against flashy trends and a celebration of small-scale, heart-driven craftsmanship.

A Celebration of Island Spirit Together, Eleanor Downs and Pilgrim offer something rare in today’s fast-moving world — the invitation to slow down. To

reconnect. To savour. To listen to the land and the stories it carries.

This is Kangaroo Island at its most authentic — unpretentious, quietly creative, and deeply rooted in place.

Whether you’re feeding

livestock at dawn or browsing shelves filled with soulful design, one thing is certain: you’ll leave feeling fuller than when you arrived.

Because places like this don’t just stay with you — they change you.

Nathan

Baker have created something special at Eleanor Downs, transforming it into a living, breathing story of heritage,

Nathan pours another Grasshopper Brewing beer, Kangaroo Island’s latest craft beer venture.

Island Beehive Home of

WATCH THE QUEEN BEE AND HER WORKERS IN THE GLASS HIVE

Certified Organic Honey Unfiltered Raw Honey

Honey Tasting Honey Mead Nougat Online Orders Available Beekeeping Experiences Tours Honey Ice Cream

“Good Honey. Love this place. It’s friendly, and full of other gift giving goodies as well as their delicious honey.”

- Gayle (TripAdvisor)

OPEN 7 DAYS PHONE: 08 8553 0080

Island Beehive — 59 Playford Highway Kingscote, Kangaroo Island kangarooislandbeeco.com.au

Is this the rarest honey on earth?

To most people honey is just another spread on the supermarket shelf, nestled somewhere between the jams and peanut butter. But not this honey.

For a start, this honey comes from Kangaroo Island, a pristine, GM free, bee sanctuary 13 kilometres off the coast of South Australia.

Kangaroo Island is the oldest bee sanctuary in the world and home to the purest Ligurian bees on Earth. Renowned for their gentle nature, they were brought to the island in the 1880s, protected by a special act of parliament in 1885 and have been fortunate to avoid most of the diseases and contaminants that have affected other bees around the world.

This particular variety of honey was collected by the bees in 2019 from flowering gum trees called Eucalyptus Remota that only grow in one location on the planet: the western end of Kangaroo Island. But if that wasn’t special enough, nearly all these trees were destroyed by the bushfires on the island in 2020 and will now take up to 7 years to fully regenerate.

You won’t find this honey in a single supermarket, or store, anywhere in the world. There is simply not enough to go around. The limited quantity of jars have

been hand packed on Kangaroo Island and they are only available in 300 gram numbered jars from one website, ours.

As you can imagine, this honey has an authentic, pure, beautiful flavour. But taste isn’t the only benefit provided by these unique bees. They also make propolis, a natural substance shown in University of Sydney research to be effective in the treatment of human cancer cells. Further investigation is being undertaken to determine the therapeutic benefits.

By purchasing this honey, you will also be helping to save the bees of Kangaroo Island. Every jar of Eucalyptus Remota honey purchased contributes $2 to the Kangaroo Island Bee Fund, a sub-fund of Australian Communities Foundation (administered in SA by Foundation SA).

This honey is a rare and special treat, to be enjoyed, shared, or sent as a unique gift to friends and family around the world. Or you may choose to just keep it. Honey is the only food that doesn’t need or have an expiry date. Edible honey was found in Egyptian tombs.

So, while honey lasts forever, this one will disappear very quickly.

TRY THE FAMOUS Honey Icecream

FAMILY-OWNED OPERATION

AMERICAN RIVER

KI Oysters is a family owned and operated working oyster farming business located at the wharf in the fishing town of American River.

New owners Marisa and Todd Packer, with son Jack as farm manager, have moved the shop from across the road to the shed, so just follow the signs.

Their Pacific and native Angassi oysters are sustainably farmed on 16 hectares of leases out in the pristine waters of Eastern Cove, ensuring exceptional taste and freshness.

With a deep respect for the environment and a passion for their craft, KI Oysters delivers an authentic and exceptional seafood experience.

When local oysters aren’t available, there are oysters available from Smoky Bay on the SA West Coast.

Oysters can be bought by the dozen and either eaten at the shed at the rustic outdoor seating area, overlooking the bay or taken away.

While many prefer natural with a slice of lemon, there are also flavors available including a shallot vinaigrette.

KI Oysters is also securing a liquor licence and is also

working on expanding its range of local seafood on offer. There are also gifts to purchase, such as shucking kits, oyster trays and hessian sacks with its logo.

The Oyster Shed American River Wharf

The shop is open from 10am to 5pm on Mondays to Fridays, 4pm on weekends.

Keep track of the latest at KI Oysters on Facebook or KI_ Oysters on Instragram.

KANGAROo ISLAND OYSTERS

KI Oysters is a family-owned and operated oyster farming business situated in the picturesque fishing village of American River on Kangaroo Island. Their oysters are cultivated sustainably within the island’s pristine waters, guaranteeing exceptional taste and freshness.

Committed to excellence, KI Oysters seamlessly blends traditional farming techniques with innovative practices, resulting in a premium product that authentically reflects the unique flavors of their local environment.

The farm offers both freshly shucked and whole shell oysters at their convenient Blue Oyster farm gate shop. Oyster Shucking Experiences Available

CaLl to confirm opening hours:0427 868 338

YOUR ONE-STOP GIFT SHOP

KINGSCOTE

Want to take something home from Kangaroo Island to remind you of your visit to the unique island?

Well, a visit to the Kingscote Gift Shop is a must before you leave.

the shop and discover some hidden gems.

The friendly staff are always adding new and exciting products and they are also happy to give some local tips and advice on where to go around their beloved Kangaroo Island.

For more than 50 years, the shop has been central to all that Kingscote has to offer, with excellent reviews from customers who come from around the world.

The store is open seven days a week, except Christmas Day.

There is also a huge range of Australian-made greeting cards,

You will find Australianmade and KI local products and produce, including Ligurian bee honey, garlic salt, jams, sauces, eucalyptus, lavender oil, and lotions along with souvenirs, clothing, jewellery, watches, gifts, homewares and postcards.

books, gift wrap, toys, art and craft, and stationery.

Take time to browse through

Drop by and you will be glad you called in.

→ facebook.com/ kingscotegiftshop

DISCOVER THE ICONIC PUB

PENNESHAW

The Penneshaw Pub has been the home of beer and cheer for over 100 years and remains a favourite among locals and visitors to Kangaroo Island.

Perched on a cliff-top on the western edge of town, it offers a relaxed, rustic atmosphere with uninterrupted ocean views — the perfect place to unwind and feel right at home.

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, this historic venue is ideal for every occasion.

Indulge in a menu that celebrates fresh, local produce — from coastal-inspired favourites to hearty pub classics the whole family will love.

Executive chef Katie Allen and her skilled team serve up exceptional dishes, including shared plates, seasonal mains, and refined takes on traditional fare.

Pair your meal with a standout local wine or choose from a wide selection of beverages, including South Australian beers, classic and

Choose your dining style - relax in our inviting restaurant, enjoy the buzz of the front bar, or soak up the ocean views in our laid-back alfresco area. (ArlowStudios)

contemporary cocktails, and refreshing non-alcoholic options.

Choose your dining stylerelax in our inviting restaurant, enjoy the buzz of the front bar, or soak up the ocean views in

With weekly food and drink specials, live music, and events year-round, there’s always something happening at the Penneshaw Pub. (Supplied)

our laid-back alfresco area.

Each space offers its own unique blend of coastal charm, country warmth, and genuine Kangaroo Island hospitality.

Our front bar provides a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere.

Catch live sport, shoot a game of pool with mates, and enjoy the local spirit over a cold drink and a hearty meal.

With weekly food and drink specials, live music, and events year-round, there’s always something happening at the Penneshaw Pub.

Visit penneshawpub.com.

au for the latest updates and bookings.

Right next door, the Penneshaw Pub Bottle Shop offers a curated selection of beer, wine, spirits, and premixed drinks.

Discover standout drops from Kangaroo Island’s wineries, local craft brewers, and some of South Australia’s best producers.

Our friendly and knowledgeable team is always happy to help you find the perfect drink for any occasion.

We’re open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

Bookings via our website are highly recommended.

→ www.penneshawpub.com.au

LOCALS’ BUS

Kangaroo Island Tours and Bus Charters is a locally owned and operated tour and transfer service business, taking you anywhere you want to go on Kangaroo Island.

It is the bus service that locals use when attending events across the island.

From airport to accommodation and event transfers; to food and wine tours, wildlife tours, and specific day trips for cruise ship passengers; or simply creating a memorable day out with friends and family, they cover all your transport needs.

Kangaroo Island Tours and Bus Charters offers a diverse range of tours, everything from wildlife, nature, food, and wine.

Enjoy the region’s finest

produce and exceptional wines on the Food and Wine tours, or get the thrill of close encounters with kangaroos, koalas, seals, and many bird species in their natural habitats on the wildlife tours.

Tour services include:

•Transfers

•Bus tours

•Weddings

•Taxi service

•Cruise ship

•Nocturnal tours

•Wildlife park tours

•Corporate

•Private hire

•Charter minibus

•Special occasions

•Food and wine tours

→ kangarooislandbustours. com.au

KANGAROO ISLAND TOURS AND BUS CHARTERS

Tour Kangaroo Island, in your own time, your own way! The tour company, even the locals use!

Discover Kangaroo Island with affordable tours, local expertise,and reliable

SEAFRONT KEEPS

eafront Connect Car & E-Bike Hire in Penneshaw can meet all your car hire needs on Kangaroo Island.

Whether visiting for a holiday or business trip, Seafront Connect offers a variety of car hire options to suit.

Seafront Connect is located 150 metres from SeaLink Ferry Terminal in Penneshaw, making it easy and convenient for tourists travelling to Kangaroo Island to hire a car or e-bike on arrival and explore the splendid scenery.

Seafront Connect promises exceptional customer service, a simple pick-up procedure, no hidden fees and provides special offers for car rental bookings over four-plus days.

They offer a variety of vehicle types from compact cars to spacious SUVs and even 12-seater mini buses.

They also have a range of e-bikes for hire which have been hugely popular on Cruise ship days, as it’s a unique and

fun way to explore Penneshaw and the Dudley Peninsula.

Seafront Connect also offers car hire at Cape Jervis Ferry Terminal Car Park off the back of demand from the local Kangaroo Island community.

Kangaroo Island residents can now pick-up and dropoff from the ferry terminal car park at Cape Jervis and travel to Adelaide and surroundings.

→ For more information on car, 12-seater buses and e-bike hire visit seafront.com.au

→ To book, please call the office on 0419 100 100 or visit the website.

Kangaroo Island Tours and Bus Charters is a locally owned and operated tour and transfer service business, taking you anywhere you want to go on Kangaroo Island.

Australia's first dedicated gin distillery stands among Kangaroo Island's untouched landscape. Come and relax with a cocktail or try all of our amazing spirits and liqueurs in our beautiful garden. Light refreshments are available from our onsite foodvan.

Immerse yourself in a premium tasting, blend your own unique gin or learn the art of making cocktails with our experienced staff. Bookings are available online.

Open 7 days 10.30am - 5.30pm.

Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day

T 08 8553 9211 I 856 Playford Hwy, Cygnet River I www.kangarooislandspirits.com.au

FROM GIN TO WHISKY AT KIS

One of the best kept secrets of Kangaroo Island Spirits is just how much there is to discover when you visit.

“Introducing more immersive experiences and having a dedicated space to deliver them in has been one of the greatest developments we’ve undertaken recently,” general manager Kylie Bamfield said.

“There is nothing better than seeing people enjoying our ever-changing cocktail menu in the garden or hearing the laughter of a group learning new skills and falling in love with our spirits.”

Kangaroo Island Spirits is far more than a cellar door.

Alongside tastings, guests can dive into a premium gin experience, blend their own bottle in a hands-on masterclass, or shake cocktails with expert staff

A full cocktail menu and food

offerings make the distillery an inviting place to linger.

Looking ahead, the team is laying the foundations for something truly exciting: Kangaroo Island’s very first whisky.

With casks already resting, the inaugural release is set for next year, a milestone that will introduce the island’s whisky to the world.

Kangaroo Island Spirits also hosts events year-round, from live music in the garden to seasonal feasts, and our Still Sunday Series, making each visit unique.

“Whether you’re after a casual cocktail, an opportunity to try our award-winning spirits, or an immersive experience, Kangaroo Island Spirits has something for everyone,” Kylie said.

→ Find out more at: kangarooislandspirits.com.au

LODGE’S PERFECT LOCATION

AMERICAN RIVER

Quite simply, there is no better location to base yourself on your visit or revisit to Kangaroo Island than Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge.

Stay in comfortable accommodation with an award-winning restaurant and a property surrounded by trees, birdlife, animals and fronting the tranquil ocean waters of American River Bay.

The rooms at Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge offer either a refreshing pool view or a breathtaking sea view.

Each room is equipped with convenient amenities, including tea and coffee making facilities, free WiFi, Foxtel for entertainment, and a fridge to keep your refreshments cool.

Enjoy the comfort and convenience of these features during your stay at our lodge.

All rooms feature large windows that fill the living spaces with natural light and views of the pool or ocean.

Dining options at the site

are the Reflections restaurant and Kangaroo Island Bar and Lounge.

Sitting close to the water’s edge on the Eastern Cove in the picturesque town of American River, Reflections restaurant offers a seasonal

menu showcasing some of the region’s finest food and wines.

Reflections Restaurant has won Trip Advisor’s Travellers Choice Award in 2020 and 2021 and is known as one of the top restaurants on Kangaroo Island.

The new Kangaroo Island

Lodge Bar and Lounge is open for lunch and dinner.

Have a beer at the bar or savour a wine by the fireplace.

The new bar and lounge is the ideal place for a drink or bite to eat whilst staying at the hotel or visiting American River.

the tranquil ocean waters of American River Bay.

Sitting close to the water’s edge on the Eastern Cove in the picturesque town of American River.

a seasonal menu showcasing some of the region’s Happy hour is from 5 to 6pm daily.

Kangaroo Island

DISCOVER THE BEST OF KI

KANGAROO ISLAND

SEALINK’S Sip and See and KI Experience day tours are the ideal way for visitors to see Kangaroo Island.

They are inclusive of an expert guide, attractions, two-course lunch, and entry fees, and can be enjoyed by couples and small groups or families with older children. Perfect for both nature and wildlife lovers, or food and wine enthusiasts.

Sip and See Day Tour

This tour offers an unforgettable way to experience the best of local producers on the island and is an easy option for those already staying on the island.

The tour includes standout stops such as Raptor Domain renowned for its interactive Birds of Prey show and Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, which is the only commercial eucalyptus oil distillery in SA.

It also stops at Clifford’s Honey Farm, where their

Ligurian Bee honey ice-cream is a showstopper, and False Cape Wines, a premium wine tasting of KI cool-climate wines at its cellar door.

The Sip and See tour is ideal for foodies and travellers looking for a relaxing itinerary.

KI Experience Day Tour

Highlighting the most popular attractions of Kangaroo Island all in one day. This tour is ideal for nature and wildlife seekers looking for an action-

packed day and includes a guided tour on the beach at the Seal Bay Conservation Park where you get up-close to the largest colony of sea lions.

Home to the striking Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch, you will enter Flinders Chase National Park and enjoy its breathtaking landscapes and coastal views.

You will also come face to face with the locals at the Kangaroo Island Wildlife

Park, it is the best way to witness wildlife in their native environment such as kangaroos, koalas, echidnas and more.

Whether it’s connecting with nature or sampling world-class produce, SeaLink’s tours make exploring Kangaroo Island effortless and enriching.

→ To find out more or book your tour, visit sealink.com.au or call 13 13 01.

Come face to face with the locals at the Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park on the KI Experience Day Tour.

Pennington Bay is just one pristine beach on Kangaroo Island.

Our favourite regional airport is where you’ll first lay eyes on Kangaroo Island Providore and if you are not flying in you would be hard pressed not to be driving past this central location at some point while on island.

The KI Providore’s opening hours are built around the incoming commercial flights from 10am to 11am and outgoing flights from 4.30pm to 5.30pm. They also offer reservations if you wish to book for a lunch, dinner or even a private event in between or after these hours.

There’s a lot going on in this kitchen, where should I start?

Who, and what, is Kangaroo Island Providore?

savoury or sweet something, is always on offer for those passing through.

Valuing quality over quantity and mindful of waste - when they run out from the daily small batch bake, that is it.

They work with the seasons and the availability to set the menus, which is what drives the kitchen on a daily basis.

The Faema coffee machine is always on, serving classic Vittoria coffee - no latte art here unless you’re up for some comedy, laughter is always on the menu. Take away coffee comes in an edible cup so either come ready for a Good-Edi (good-edi.com) or bring your own travel cup.

These guys take landfill seriously,

background here.

The airport has become a place for meeting up, sharing a coffee and even dropping in to enjoy those inviting tunes, some solitude or a chat.

Monthly events at the airport have become popular and gained momentum from dinners, to film screenings, to artist gatherings and the rest.

The best way to get involved is sign up via the KI Providore website for the irregular emailed updates, which should be more reliable than Virginia’s Face Book attempts.

In an ideal world Virginia saw everything coming out of her kitchen from locally sourced island produce.

Love food, love local.

so there are no plastic water bottles here and all the drinks available come in glass.

Check out the kangarooislandprovidore.com. au website, which offers an online enquiry form to help with catering questions and suggestions.

Created by newcomer, Virginia Jones, in late 2022 with the idea to champion local growers, producers, farmers and one local baker in particular by using what’s on hand.

A chef from Sydney, who welcomed the change to slow it down, grow her ingredients and sniff out the hidden gems of Kangaroo Island.

An uncomplicated kitchen set up to keep it simple by cooking to order and by request for select clients, private craft and locals.

A considered daily offering, think

You will also learn a little more about Virginia and her

Thankfully there is an abundance of incredible producers across the Backstairs Passage that helps fill the gaps.

KI Proividore works its way up the Mount Lofty Ranges gathering supplies from the Fleurieu through to the Adelaide Hills, Adelaide then the Barossa and beyond.

As long as it’s South Australian it will fit nicely into this kitchen repertoire.

Love food, love local doesn’t get much better than this. South Australia has everything this kitchen needs and know you will agree.

YOUR SHED

AMERICAN RIVER

The American River Community and Sports Association, aka The Shed, is a communitybased organisation run by volunteers.

It’s the social hub in American River, open Tuesday and Friday nights for drinks and home cooked meals. Menus are posted to The Shed Facebook page.

Shed members receive cheaper meals and it’s happy hour every Friday night between 6pm and 7pm.

The Friday night members draw is a cash prize, which jackpots if the winner is not present, capped at $500.

Pool tables are available for free use and there is a playground for the kids.

It’s social soccer on Tuesday nights from 5.30pm.

The Shed can be hired for private functions with bar and catering available to suit all budgets.

There are special events held throughout the year, advertised on social media.

Any profits generated go back into the community.

While the menu changes slightly each week some of the regular staples include:

Tuesdays – schnitzels, fish and chips, pasta of the day.

Friday – steak, fish and chips, assorted curries, slow cooked meals, pot pies, yummy desserts.

Kids meal deal – chicken dinosnax or fish bites, chips and ice-cream.

PROUDLY AUSSIE

Mother and daughter duo, Robyn Field and Kellie Klein, are proud of their range of authentically Australian made gifts and souvenirs.

Their family business, KI and Co. Australia, is their handcrafted products such as earrings, art cards and more, which are stocked around the island and across Australia.

“Through KI and Co. Australia being an Australian made brand, we’re supporting other Australian businesses and local manufacturers,” Kellie said.

“Everything we buy or print locally has a positive flow on effect.

“We also print our earring cards, art cards and gift tags on 100 per cent recycled paper.”

As well as making leather earrings, Kellie manages the business, while Robyn is the resident artist.

Robyn enjoys working with watercolours to paint happy and playful art.

“It’s really important to embrace Australian made and owned, and support local,” Robyn said.

Their popular leather earrings are handmade with leather that is processed and tanned in Australia.

Other products include gift tags, activity and colouring books and art prints, all of which are made on Kangaroo Island or in Australia. → To see the range visit the website or stockists around the island.https://www. kiandco.com.au/

JEWELLERY GIFTS

SOUVENIRS

Handmade & Australian made

Art cards and gift tags

Watercolour art prints

Kangaroo Island magnets

Lightweight leather earrings

Island activity books

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SOURCE OF KI

KANGAROO Island Source was established by Kate Sumner in her farm-based kitchen overlooking the picturesque town of Penneshaw after she fell in love with the pristine natural environment of Kangaroo Island.

Kate developed a vision to create a food business that connected people with the authentic flavours and artisan food producers of KI.

She has earned herself the reputation as Kangaroo Island’s most produce driven chef.

Kangaroo Island Source offers a range of gourmet products which are manufactured in the Kangaroo Island Source Kitchen.

All ingredients are hand selected and supplied by local producers.

Kangaroo Island Source also caters for a range of events, from gourmet barbecues, cocktail parties and degustation dinners with a private chef to corporate functions, gourmet packs for your accommodation and weddings.

Though proudly local, Kangaroo Island Source is also proud to bring international food and wine experiences to the Island and its visitors.

While the catering options source the region’s best seafood, lamb, cheeses, organic honey and other artisan products from across the Island, the menus are designed to reflect the seasons so you know you are eating only the freshest and the very best the region has to offer.

With Kangaroo Island offering a spectacular range of wedding options from beaches and rustic shearing sheds to luxurious private homes, and fabulous local venues, our wedding catering is proudly unique and customised. kangarooislandsource.com.au

WARM HOSPITALITY

PARNDANA

WELCOME to the Parndana Hotel, a true country pub located in the heart of KI. Known for its warm hospitality, generous meals, and relaxed atmosphere, the hotel has long been a meeting place for locals and travellers alike. Whether you’re dropping in for a cold beer, a hearty lunch, or looking for a peaceful overnight stay, Parndana Hotel offers a genuine island experience that feels like home.

What makes our hotel truly unique is its connection to KI’s proud agricultural heritage.

We are the proud home of the Kangaroo Island Shearing Hall of Fame, a tribute to the skilled men and women who have helped shape the island’s wool industry. Inside the hotel, you’ll find an impressive display of photographs, tools, and memorabilia that celebrate the shearers who have left a lasting mark on our community.

Their stories, achievements, and dedication are preserved here for all to see.

Alongside our celebration of local history, the Parndana Hotel offers comfortable accommodation and classic pub food, served with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The dining room is open seven days a week for both lunch and dinner, and takeaway is an option.

Join us for lunch from 12pm to 2pm or settle in for dinner from 5.30pm to 8pm.

The Parndana Hotel bottle shop offers a great range of beer, wine, spirits, and ready-to-drink options, all conveniently located right next to the hotel, open seven days a week.

SAVOUR OUR KI FLAVOURS

HAINES

Kym and Bridgette embarked on a lifechanging journey when they settled on Kangaroo Island in 2010.

From the moment they set foot on the land, its captivating beauty captured their souls and ignited a passion within them.

They were drawn to the island’s abundance, its fertile soil, and the possibilities it held.

Driven by their love for food and a deep-rooted respect for nature, they embarked on a mission to share the fruits of their labour with the world.

Thus, Flavours of Petite Provence was born—an oasis of organically grown delights. Through their unwavering dedication, they cultivated fresh seasonal produce and crafted a range of gourmet items.

Now, nestled on their property, this farmgate shop beckons visitors to partake in an

enchanting tasting experience.

Here, they can savour the rich flavours of Kym and Bridgette’s creations, while witnessing firsthand the sustainable methods that breathe life into their harvest.

Each bite offers a glimpse into their unwavering commitment to quality and the harmonious relationship they’ve forged with the land they hold dear.

Petite Provence in its farmgate shop offers a variety of organic gourmet products, including olive products, jams and spreads, tomato products, sauces and dressings. They also do a tasting experience.

Flavours of Petite Provence

SERVING UP SPECIAL MEALS

KINGSCOTE

Bella Cafe and Pizza Bar has been making delicious meals and pizzas for Kangaroo Island locals and visitors for two decades.

We love our community and are proud to help showcase our Island.

We are the oldest pizza bar in Kingscote but we don’t just do pizza - we have a great cafe menu with burgers, salads, toasties, pastas, housemade cakes and sweets and weekly specials.

We offer dine in, takeaway and evening delivery within Kingscote.

Check out our menu and we’re sure you will find something you will love.

To see what is for offer on the everchanging menu visit our Facebook page at → www.facebook.com/ people/Bella-Cafe-Pizza-Bar

KI’S WORKING ART STUDIO

Shoal Bay Studio is a working studio that produces and presents unique handcrafted jewellery, paintings, art prints, photographic prints, pottery, as well as other object d’art and crafts.

Phillipa Holden was born in South Africa in the late 60s:

“My parents were originally from England and there were artists, potters and musicians back through the generations on both sides of the family.

Mom herself was a potter, painter and art teacher, and so I grew up with the earthy smell of clay around me and learning to make things.

I was fascinated with photography all through my early years, and then went on to learn silversmithing in my early 20s.

Although I pursued a career in science, working as an ecologist and environmental

consultant for over 20 years, my travels both for work and pleasure mean that I have visited some of the most beautiful and interesting parts of the planet - a photographer’s delight and nature inspiration for creation.

We moved to KI at the start of 2014 and have found it a most pretty and peaceful place to live with a friendly community.

I built my studio and after my mom’s passing and receiving some of her materials and equipment.

And from there came the idea to open to the public so that I have an outlet for my creative pursuits and allow others into a working studio.

FLAVOUR WITH ASIAN TWIST

KINGSCOTE

So Sando is a vibrant cafe that brings together the best of comfort food with a playful Asian twist.

Nestled in the heart of Kingscote, our space is designed to be fun and approachable - whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite, catching up with friends, or simply enjoying a quiet moment over a cup of coffee.

We specialise in an all-day dining menu that keeps things fresh, creative, and satisfying.

Our handcrafted sandwiches are at the centre of what we do, each one layered with bold flavours, thoughtful ingredients, and a touch of Asian inspiration that sets us apart from the usual cafe experience.

From savoury fillings with just the right amount of spice to refreshing, flavour-packed combinations, there’s always something new and exciting to try. Be sure to keep your eyes

peeled for our weekly specials too!

But it’s not just about the food. At So Sando, we believe great dining goes hand-inhand with a good cup of coffee, so we serve freshly brewed blends that pair perfectly with our menu.

Our drinks menu extends beyond coffee too, offering a range of fun and inventive beverages designed to surprise your taste buds and complement your meal.

Whether you’re a local regular, a tourist exploring Kangaroo Island, or someone looking for a relaxed spot with personality, So Sando has something for you.

We pride ourselves on being more than just a cafe - we’re a place where flavour, creativity, and community come together.

SEASIDE CAFE, OCEAN VIEWS

EMU BAY

Perched on the foreshore of Emu Bay, Beach Day is a seaside cafe and bar with ocean views. Famous for its sorbet cocktails crafted with South Australian sorbets and spirits, it’s the perfect place to sip something refreshing by the sea.

The menu celebrates local flavours, from Kangaroo

Island honey drizzled popcorn chicken to indulgent smash burgers and homemade baked goods.

A standout is the signature Saltbush Margarita, infused with saltbush foraged from the nearby dunes, giving the tequila a mellow, easy-drinking finish.

As a seasonal venue, opening hours vary - visit the website for the most up-to-date information. → https://beachdayki.com/

Photo Credit: Dani Brown

DUDLEY WINES

Made from selected Shiraz grapes, this Sparkling Rose has aromas of musk sticks, ripe red currants and toffee apples. The palate is fresh and elegant, bursting with flavours of cranberries and raspberries. This is a vibrant sparkling rose` with a zippy crisp finish.

Dudley Wines bayofshoalswines.com.au

FALSE CAPE

Tasting Notes

‘The Captain’ refers to Captain Matthew Flinders who chartered much of the Australian coastline before stumbling across Kangaroo Island in 1802 and named it after the large number of a particular marsupial he saw hopping about (any guesses!?).

Cabernet Sauvignon thrives on Kangaroo Island thanks to the slow even ripening influenced by the cooling sea breezes coupled with our ancient terra rossa soils, producing wines of great character but also finesse. Exhibiting characters of blackcurrant and mulberry with wonderful depth of fruit, subtle oak and an elegant structure, with careful cellaring this wine will age gracefully over the next 8-10 years.

BAY OF SHOALS RIESLING

Tasting notes

Fresh and lively with notes of aromatic Key lime and lemon blossom, complementing a delicate, yet zesty, citrus palate with hints of guava leading to a clean linear finish.

Bay of Shoals bayofshoalswines.com.au

Our Original, Award-winning Cider A medium dr, crisp, slightly cloudy cider, full of natural apple flavours and is lightly carbonated

Baked Salmon with Seeded Mustard, Dill & Lemon Dressing Serves 4

Fresh, light and full of flavour, this baked salmon dish is perfect for entertaining in the warmer months. The citrus dressing and crisp salad make it an ideal match with a chilled white wine.

Ingredients

Salmon

• 4 salmon fillets (180–200g each)

• 2 tbsp seeded mustard

• 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Juice of 1 lemon (approx. 40ml)

• Zest of 1 lemon

• Sea salt & cracked black pepper, to taste

Method

Salad

• 2 bunches asparagus, trimmed

• 100g rocket leaves

• 200g cherry tomatoes, halved

• Extra lemon juice (20ml)

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (fan-forced). Line a baking tray with baking paper.

2. In a small bowl, combine seeded mustard, dill, chives, lemon zest and 1 tbsp olive oil.

3. Place salmon fillets on the tray, skin side down. Spread mustard and herb mix evenly on top.

4. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until salmon is just cooked through but still moist.

5. Steam asparagus for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.

6. Toss rocket and cherry tomatoes with asparagus, extra lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil and cracked pepper.

7. Plate the salad, top with salmon fillets and drizzle lightly with lemon dressing.

Serving Suggestion

Serve warm with a glass of your

PUZZLES

ACROSS

1 Australian TV show set at surf academy, — High (4,5)

6 Former cricketer from South Australia, Greg — (8)

11 Tool (7)

12 National body for Australian Rules football (3)

13 Art of folding paper (7)

14 Australia’s largest Indigenous cultural gathering (5)

16 Most populated continent (4)

19 Paul McDermott hosted this show, Good (4,4)

21 Port Adelaide coach, — Hinkley (3)

22 Author of Possum Magic, — Fox (3)

24 Showy flower (4)

25 Quandary (7)

26 Done without paying someone else to do it (1,1,1)

27 Units of electrical resistance (4)

29 Australian chef, Maggie — (4)

30 Country in Northern Europe (7)

33 Trent Dalton novel, — Swallows Universe (3)

34 Maths teacher who earned Australia’s Local Hero Award in 2018, Eddie – (3)

36 From Japanese, literally ‘empty orchestra’ (7)

39 Used to make cheese (4)

40 Reject (4)

41 2017 Australian romcom, ’s Wedding (3)

44 Withdraw (7)

45 Blue Heelers actor, — McCune (4)

46 See 58-across

49 Higher education institution (3)

51 Situated toward the front (8)

52 Star of 46-down, Eric — (4)

54 Malcolm in the Middle star, — Cranston (5)

56 Somewhat big (7)

58, 46-across 2011 film set in WA (3,3)

59 Home to the Big Banana, Coffs — (7)

61 Arranges text for print (8)

62 Extremely crowded (slang) (4-1-4)

DOWN

1 Eucalyptus globulus (4,3)

2 Employ (3)

3 Able to be cleaned (8)

4 City in US state of Oklahoma (5)

5 Traveller (6)

6 Australian pub rock band, — Chisel (4)

7 Reparation (9)

8 21st letter of the Greek alphabet (3)

9 Captain (6)

10 In good order (slang) (7-3)

15 Australia’s first and only military coup, the — Rebellion (3)

17 The top of Melbourne’s Eureka Tower (7)

18 Australian children’s book author, — Griffiths (4)

20 Star of The Mentalist, born in Launceston, — Baker (5)

23 Reverberation (4)

26 Australian poet, Bruce — (4)

27 Available (10)

28 Victorian public transport ticketing system (4)

29 Constrictor snake (3)

31 Ninth prime minister of Australia, James — (7)

32 Mature (3)

35 Actor from Brisbane known for The Lord of the Rings, Miranda — (4)

37 Device used to detect objects (5)

38 First Indigenous Australian to address the UN General Assembly, Lowitja — (9)

42 Insult (4)

43 Australia’s capital city (8)

46 2020 mystery thriller based on a 2016 novel by Jane Harper, The — (3)

47 Common (7)

48 Floor of a building (6)

50 Celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, – Week (6)

53 Hosts ABC’s Brush With Fame (3,2)

55 Equips (4)

57 Frost (3)

60 Australian rock band, Midnight — (3)

1 Oil-engine (6)

3 Politicians ( 8)

5 Meat product (7)

9 Financial backer (7)

11 Relating to mail (6)

13 One who works for wages or a salary (8)

15 Roman, Venetian etc. (7)

16 Grotesque water spout (8)

17 User (8)

18 Uncertainty of meaning (9)

21 Performs surgery (8)

23 Senseless folly (6)

24 Rapturous (8)

27 God of wine (7)

30 Long, epic journey (7)

33 Polished (6)

34 Head of the Roman Catholic Church (4)

35 Fine soft wool from goats (8)

39 A digit (6)

40 Awesome (11)

43 Pretending (6)

44 Glaswegian, Edinburgher etc.

47 Sailor’s greeting (4)

48 Common salad ingredient (6)

51 Snobby (7)

54 Child (7)

56 Killer (8)

57 Adhesive (6)

58 Water-rich vegetable (9)

61 Disruptions of normal function (9)

65 One of a band of resistance fighters (8)

67 One who supports the principle of monarchy (8)

68 Percussionist (7)

69 Repeated nonattendance (8)

70 Seem (6)

71 Germ-free (7)

72 Tackle (7)

73 Huge (8)

74 Dairy product (6) DOWN

2 Record of points (7)

3 Ragged and thin (7)

4 Prominent (7)

5 Slumber (5)

6 Science of sound (9)

7 Slobber (6)

8 Vegetable (6)

10 Biblical mountain (5)

11 Outer personality (7)

12 Talked (5)

14 Treacherous act (7)

19 Mexican sauce (4)

20 Charge (4)

22 Buyers (8)

25 Waistband (4)

26 Field of floating ice (4)

28 Skill (5)

29 Part of the calyx of a flower (5)

31 Peer with lowered eyelids (6)

32 Tyrolean ululations (6)

36 Nook (6)

37 Courtly dance observed in triple time (6)

38 Artistic expression (US sp.)

41 North African nation (5)

42 Humped quadruped (5)

45 Work (4)

46 Consequently (4)

49 Pacific demi-god (4)

DROPDOWN

50 Layer (4)

52 Wrong (9)

53 Charmingly picturesque (7)

55 Sooner (7)

57 Gesture (6)

59 Slaughter (7)

60 Stopper (5)

61 Hates (7)

62 Grass-like plant (5)

63 Bring together (7)

64 Copier (6)

66 Resource (5)

jigsaw below to create four sixletter words going across and

with the seven-letter word, drop a letter and form a six-letter word. Continue in this manner until you reach the single letter at the bottom. You can rearrange the letters in each step, if necessary.

4.

1. What is McManus’s real first name?

A.John

B.Henry

C.Michael

D.Rove

2.How many Gold Logie awards has McManus won?

A.None

B. Three

C.One

D.Five

3. Which Blue Heelers actress is he married to?

A.Lisa McCune

B.Jane Allsop

C.Emily Browning

D. Tasma Walton

possible answer.

5.In

Rove McManus

FEAST! ON AGAIN AT FIG TREE

MIDDLE RIVER

After a winter break, The Fig Tree KI will reopen this November for Feast! Vol. 2, the second season of its long lunch series.

Nestled among the hills and sand dunes of Kangaroo Island’s north coast and shaded by a century-old fig tree, the restaurant has become known for pairing a sense of history with a contemporary island dining experience.

Chef-owner John Stamatakis is eager to welcome guests back following the success of last summer’s new direction.

His focus remains on showcasing the island’s producers - farmers, fishers, winemakers, and foragersthrough a Mediterranean-inspired menu that reflects the generosity of the region.

“For me, it’s about more than just food on a plate,” he says.

“It’s about celebrating the people and the places that make Kangaroo Island so special.”

Accessibility is an important part of that vision.

Despite rising costs across

the industry, ticket prices will remain unchanged from last season, with local residents continuing to receive a 10 per cent discount.

For the first time, the restaurant will also open on Sundays, giving more people the chance to enjoy the long lunches beneath the fig tree.

This summer also sees the launch of La Baracca, a

“pop-up within a pop-up.”

From December, the property’s rustic shearing shed will host casual Wednesday night dinners, offering a relaxed alternative to the signature long lunch series.

Think charcoal grilled skewers, neapolitan style pizza and cocktails!

The Fig Tree’s long lunches will run Wednesday to

Sunday from November 12 to April 12, with extended dates across Christmas and New Year.

With its blend of local produce, coastal lifestyle, and welcoming atmosphere, The Fig Tree KI is set to remain one of Kangaroo Island’s standout dining experiences this summer.

→ Bookings are essential so don’t miss out!

KI FOOD, WINE & ART BUSINESS DIRECTORY

CRACKING FAMILY BUSINESS

HAINES

FRYAR’S Kangaroo Island Free Range Eggs is a family owned-and-operated business situated on Kangaroo Island’s pristine farming land, producing pastured, free range eggs.

Tom and Fiona Fryar established the business in 1992, with just 400 hens on 40 hectares of land.

Today, the couple and their sons, Thomas and Jason and their wives Kirby and Bonnie, run full-beaked true free range hens over their 2000-hectare farm and employ over 25 people.

The hens live in 80 individual custom built mobile sheds on the farm, which are designed so that the hens are never locked in and are continuously free to roam as they please.

The mobile sheds provide roosting rails, nest boxes and shelter for the hens.

The hens’ welfare is of the utmost importance to the Fryar family, which is why they run them at no more than 190 hens per hectare.

The mobile sheds are placed on fresh pasture giving the hens plenty of space to scratch and peck at seeds, grass and insects.

The hens’ nutrition is also

enhanced by a mixture of grains that are grown, harvested and crushed all on the farm.

Kangaroo Island Free Range Eggs have maremma stock guardian dogs that live with the hens.

The dogs love living out with the hens and do a brilliant job guarding them from any predators, such as eagles and feral cats.

Eggs are collected daily and stored in a cool room to ensure they are a product of excellent freshness and quality.

The eggs are then graded and packed on the farm.

Each week, the eggs are sold and transported in refrigerated

transport to stores and outlets on Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, regional South Australia, Melbourne, Sydney.

Kangaroo Island Free Range Eggs is a growing business, which the Fryar family recognise would not be where it is today without its wonderful staff members.

The team consists of 25 employees from the people who collect the eggs, tend to the dogs’ and hens’ needs, work in the egg-processing facility, feed the birds, perform maintenance and farm duties around the farm and look after the egg sales.

Every team member is vital to the business and is the reason KI Free Range Eggs are able to

produce such a high-quality product.

The business is externally audited so customers can be assured that the pastured free range hens are true free range.

KI Free Range Eggs is certified by Humane Choice and PROOF (Pasture Raised On Open Fields).

It is also accredited under the Primary Industry and Regions SA Egg Food Safety Scheme and audited by Biosecurity SA against the National Egg Food Safety Standard.

The business has significantly grown over the years and the Fryar family are excited to see where it is heading in future.

The Fryar Family thanked its loyal customers for supporting them over the years, and said they appreciate your business and wouldn’t be where they are today without you.

→ www.kieggs.com.au