SPRING 2024 Mid-Western Living | 3 EDITOR Rebecca Saunders ADVERTISING Rebecca Saunders ARTWORK Rebecca Saunders PRODUCED The Champagne Lounge COVER IMAGE Amber Hooper with thanks to disinfluencer EDITOR’SLetter INSIDE FIND REBECCA SAUNDERS EDITOR 04/ DISINFLUENCERS OF MUDGEE 06/ SCULPTURES IN THE GARDEN 07/ GULGONG’S NEW GEM FOR ANTIQUE LOVERS 08/ MUDGEE NURSERY: MORE THAN A GARDEN CENTRE 09/ THE HEARTBEAT OF CYCLING IN MUDGEE 10/ IT’S WHAT’S ON THE INSIDE THAT COUNTS 11/ BLUSH & BUBBLES 12/ THE PARAGON HOTEL & MCKENNA TERRACES 14/ PERSONALISED SKIN CARE MEETS NATURAL BEAUTY 15/ THE GAMBLE THAT PAID OFF 16/ CAPTURING THE REGION’S STORIES 20/ WHAT’S ON GUIDE 24/ FASHION 26/ LET’S GRAB COFFEE 27/ SPRING SKIN ESSENTIALS 29/ WORDS ON WINE 30/ WOMEN IN WINE 32/ IN THE KITCHEN WITH THE LITTLE COOKING SCHOOL 36/ 5 MINUTES WITH... 37/ EMPOWERING WOMEN WITH FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE 38/ THE LEGAL LOWDOWN SUBSCRIBE midwesternliving.com.au FOLLOW @midwesternlivingmagazine GET IN TOUCH info@midwesternliving.com.au The Mid-Western Living Magazine has taken all reasonable precautions and effort to ensure the accuracy of material contained in this magazine is correct at the time of publishing. The views expressed in our articles do not necessarily reflect those of the Editor or Publisher. All adverts and editorial features are published in good faith. Mid-Western Living Magazine cannot guarantee and accept no liability for loss or damage of any kind, errors or inaccuracy of claims made by the advertisers and contributors. The Mid-Western Living Magazine acknowledges the Wiradjuri people as the Traditional Custodians of the Country upon which we live, learn and work. We honour their Ancestors and pay our deepest respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging. As the vibrant energy of spring fills the air, we’re excited to bring you a fresh issue packed with inspiring stories of connection, creativity, and community. This season, we invite you to meet the disinfluencers of Mudgee and other gamechangers around town who are making a difference and having an impact in our region. Spring is all about renewal and growth, and we hope these stories inspire you to connect with others, embrace your passions, and celebrate every step of your journey. Whether you’re running a business, exploring the delights that the mid-western region has to offer, or simply looking to engage with likeminded individuals, this issue has something for you. As you peruse this issue, keep an eye out for the pink champagne icons scattered throughout. These icons represent members of The Champagne Lounge, a community of remarkable regional businesswomen who support and uplift each other on their entrepreneurial journeys. Their stories are woven into the fabric of this magazine, and are small showcase of the incredible business women who make up Australia’s Regional Business Women’s Network. Whether you’re a local, a visitor, or a passionate entrepreneur, we invite you to immerse yourself in the stories of those who make our region so special. Join us as we explore the power of community and the joy of doing what you love. Here’s to a season of new beginnings, creativity, and connection! Happy reading,
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