Grab a cuppa and enjoy reading about these amazing and inspiring people that we are so lucky to have in our beautiful Border Region!

Subscribe to Border Living before September 1st and you could win an incredible $500 voucher from Nutmeg Home in Goondiwindi.  Remember, you can now subscribe here.

Have a wonderful winter, and give your loved ones an extra big cuddle!

Talk about going out with a ‘bang’! This Edition is full to the brim with food, fashion, features and farmers!  2012 was the official ‘Year Of The Farmer’ and given the obvious close association with farming and the region it provides a most fitting send off for the year that was.  But it’s not all ‘dust n crops’ and this edition sees a vibrant mix of stylish shopping options to balance out the boots…and you cannot miss this installment of Sitting On The Fence, it is a must read!  For further detail about this edition visit our Current Edition page.

Don’t forget that with the 2012 Summer Edition it is the perfect time to organise that last minute gift subscription for family or friends – there will be more exciting times ahead in the new year!  Pick up a copy of the magazine or subscribe online here

Summer 2012 Edition of Border Living Magazine OUT NOW!

Of course, being able to enjoy a magazine such as Border Living doesn’t just happen without the support of our many advertisers.  Their support and involvement has brought success and value to the publication and region as a whole.  Make sure you look to these great local businesses who not only ensure the region enjoys quality products and services, but they are are also about supporting the community as well.

So grab your copy of the Spring 5th Birthday Edition due to hit the shelves the first week in September.

Welcome to our Winter 2012 edition.  For this edition we enjoy the lighter side of life in the Border Region with an events and entertainment outing which takes in a number of forms to get you rockin ‘n’ ready for the winter. Whether it is our about our local Events, People, Places, Food and Fashion, we have it covered!

Talented Inverell student and saxaphone player, Mikaela Mepham, shines on the cover and we find out how it is taking her right to the top! Hear a special new beat empowering kids in the region,  meet the ‘Twisted Sisters’ of Jennings, experience a sense of occasion in Roma and find out why it is  important to be a cinema fanatic in Goondiwindi.  We also sample a taste of Mungindi’s newest foray into gourmet heaven when we meet with Sarah Slaughter from The Fenton Larder – Yummo!

Also, follow our new regular segment called ‘Sitting on the fence’ – a ‘he said’/'she said’ look at life sure to make you smile.  You may never look at the good ole  ’meat and three-veg’ the same way again after reading this installment.

Don’t forget how many events are on this season around the region.  We will be updating these each month with details to put on the calendar.

Welcome to our first edition in 2012.  For this edition we talk with border residents who stand out with a vision for their communities, their businesses, their industries and their families in a celebration of the great lifestyle the border region affords. 

Look for smiling Moree ladies, Carrie Thomson-Casey from Three Apples Organics and Lindy Summerton from Ragged Blossom Beauty on the cover and read about their interesting foray into the world of natural alternatives and facilitating a greener lifestyle for the region.

In this edition we also introduce a new regular segment called ‘Sitting on the fence’ – a ‘he said’/'she said’ look at life sure to make you smile. 

Don’t forget how many events are on this season around the region.  We will be updating these each month with details to put on the calendar.

Life’s Lessons 

‘From our greatest challenges, we often learn our most valuable lessons, so embrace all experiences, as you never know what exciting things you may learn.’ – unknown .In this edition we focus on generational stories from some inspiring local identities like Inverell’s Jack Cunningham.  Friends travelled from all around Australia this year to help him celebrate 90 years of a truly remarkable man who had a hard but fulfilling life.

Business Feature 

We meet the women taking care of business in Dalby!  Profiling four energetic and involved business owners from this Darling Downs town is an eye-opener.  They share their experiences of being business owners in ‘the bush’ and also offer a sneak peek into the wonderful shopping services they provide.

House & Garden 

The ‘Vitonga’ homestead at Moree stands as a testament to the region’s one time foray into Art Deco design and decadence.  The homestead has an interesting history endearing it to the different generations of families who have lived there.  The Matthews Family were happy for us to take a look inside the home at the historical features it holds as well as explore the extensive grounds they have nurtured in their time.

Summer Style

Summer is all about casual country style and we feature a style shoot capturing the latest array of beautiful things available on the border this season.  The overall soft and simple feel of shoot was captured in the summer makeup styling by Beauty Matters Salon and complimented by the ‘One Season’ resortware label which is stocked exclusively in the region at Shoe Elegance, Moree.  The spread also samples deliciously light delights from the catering menu of Laurenz Cafe and features table styling and giftware from My Design Gift Shop, both found in Goondiwindi.  Joyeux Noel!

Thanks to a steady stream of local support, growth in advertising and sales, the magazine has been able to grow the last four years in every way but the sale price.  It has been a conscious decision to keep it so, however, in an effort to keep the magazine as a little slice of our positive lifestyle for everyone.   A big thanks to everyone involved and to the many followers for making it so.

Economics is inevitable but until then…you should be able to enjoy a cup of coffee whilst enjoying a read of Border Living as well!

Spring is here and our 4th Birthday Edition is OUT NOW!  Time to enjoy the best of what the Border Region has to offer.   We celebrate the diversity of our region with a number of stories, special features and events. 

Nigel Brennan and his sister, Nicky Bonney,  provide an insight into the incredible challenges faced by this steadfast, country family in light of the release of the book, The Price of Life, where Nigel, Nicky and Kellie Brennan tell the story.

Experience a taste of Tenterfield with our profile on the scope of the Tenterfield Wine Industry which highlights the upcoming Food & Wine Festival to be held in November. Find out where to stay, where to eat and most importantly, where and what to drink!

After glimpses of Belinda Munsie’s garden on The Farmer Wants a Wife, find out more about one of the region’s most stunning and successful gardens at its springtime best.

Shop 17 in St George shares new season fashion in a photoshoot with a romantic sunset backdrop, hinting at the idea of a special evening to come.  It’s time to embrace the party season…

Spring is also all about new beginnings. Talking to Nigel Brennan and his sister Nicki about the strength of family which brought them through Nigel’s kidnapping ordeal really signifies the importance of taking on life and embracing love and laughter.

It is a story not to be missed.

Border Living Spring 2011 Edition out 3rd September!