SUMMER 2025 | Mid-Western Living | 3 EDITOR Rebecca Saunders ASSISTANT Cindy Elbourne ADVERTISING Rebecca Saunders ARTWORK Rebecca Saunders Cindy Elbourne PRODUCED Mid-Western Living COVER IMAGE See opposite page EDITOR’S LETTER INSIDE FIND REBECCA SAUNDERS EDITOR 04/ WHAT’S ON GUIDE 06/ FIRED UP FOR SUMMER 09/ MAKING WAVES 10/ MIND, BODY, BALANCE 12/ LOUEE STREET CALLING 14/ CUDGEGONG WATERS PARK 16/ TASTE IS PART OF THE JOURNEY 18/ A HEARTFELT LOVE STORY 20/ CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE 21/ POP IT, SIP IT, LOVE IT 22/ WILPINJONG GOES PINK 24/ RIDE THE VINES 25/ WORDS ON WINE 26/ RAISING THE BAR FOR DENTAL IMPLANTS IN MUDGEE 28/ 5 MINUTES WITH BART SYKES 30/ SCHOOL NEWS 34/ IN THE COMMUNITY There’s something about summer that makes everything feel a little brighter - and this issue is full of that energy. We had so much fun shooting our summer cover at my home, bringing together some of the region’s favourite local businesses for a joyful afternoon of food, friends, colour and connection. It was the perfect reminder of what summer in the Mid-Western Region is all about - warm hospitality, great produce, and time shared with good people. This issue is also a celebration of growth and change. We’ve welcomed a wave of new businesses to the region - and seen some much-loved local favourites pass into new hands with fresh ideas and renewed energy. I love nothing more than getting behind a small business and seeing the community do the same. This magazine has always been about that - spotlighting the people who pour their heart into what they do and helping locals and visitors alike discover what makes our region so special. Flip over to our HOME section for more inspiration - from local makers and summer styling ideas to kitchen design, outdoor living, bathroom upgrades and smart ways to stay cool. Whether you’re building, refreshing or just dreaming, there’s something in there to get you inspired. As we head into the festive season, I encourage you to shop local this Christmas. Visit the markets, grab your gifts from local boutiques, fill your table with regional produce and wines, and support the people who make our towns so vibrant. Here’s to a sun-soaked summer and a community that shines just as bright. FOLLOW @midwesternlivingmagazine With thanks to: And our partners: 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. Mid-Western Living Magazine is a proud member of: SUBSCRIBE midwesternliving.com.au GET IN TOUCH info@midwesternliving.com.au
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