General News
16 November, 2024
Love lures Amber to Loddon
For Amber, love was the spark that led her from the lively streets of Adelaide to the elcoming town of Wedderburn in Loddon. But it wasn’t just her partner who won her heart — it was the entire community and the unique lifestyle that came with...
For Amber, love was the spark that led her from the lively streets of Adelaide to the elcoming town of Wedderburn in Loddon.
But it wasn’t just her partner who won her heart — it was the entire community and the unique lifestyle that came with it.
Engaged and happily settled with her beloved fur baby, Amber has found her place in Loddon, blending her work in local government with a newfound appreciation for the rhythm and warmth of small-town life.
Amber’s story began in classic romantic fashion. She met her partner, a Wedderburn local, while he was on a holiday in Adelaide.
After two years of long-distance relationship, Amber made the bold decision to pack up her city life and join him in Wedderburn in 2018.
“I’d spent a lot of time here before making the move, and I was struck by how friendly everyone was. Coming from the city, that sense of community really stood out to me.”
The close-knit community wasn’t the only thing that charmed Amber. As she spent more time in Wedderburn, the natural beauty and ease of country life became part of her daily routine.
“There’s something about Wedderburn that feels timeless,” she shares. “People genuinely care about each other, and the locals have a way of making you feel like family from day one.”
She found a job in local government, a role that deepened her connection to the community.
“Working in local government here has been incredibly rewarding. My colleagues and the people in town made me feel like I belonged.”
Now, a few years on, Amber has her own local favourites that make Wedderburn feel even more like home.
The 24 Karat Café is her go-to spot for a coffee fix, a cozy haven where she can chat with neighbours and unwind.
When it comes to weekend adventures, Kooyoora State Park is her top pick for an outdoor escape.
“I love taking family and friends there. The views are incredible, the picnic areas are perfect, and it’s just one of those places where you can easily spend the day.”
In 2020, Amber and her partner decided to put down permanent roots by purchasing a historic three-bedroom home — a charming 1900s property on a spacious 1,112-square-metre block.
“It’s more than just a house. It’s part of Wedderburn’s story. I love that we’re preserving a piece of history while building our future here.”
Amber is excited about raising a family in Wedderburn, convinced it’s the perfect place for kids to grow up. Reflecting on her own upbringing in Adelaide, she values the close-knit, safe environment Wedderburn offers.
“There’s a real sense of safety and community here.
The local school offers education from Prep to Year 12, and the kids grow up with the same friends, surrounded by people who genuinely care about them,” she explains.
The nearby outdoor treasures like Mt Korong, Boort Lake, and the Loddon River mean weekends are filled with nature and adventure.
And if they ever need a dose of city life, Bendigo and Melbourne are just a short drive away.
When asked what advice she would give to someone thinking about moving to Wedderburn, Amber’s answer is instant:
“Do it! You won’t regret it. Wedderburn might be small, but it’s brimming with life, and the locals will greet you with open arms.
“It’s a place where everyone feels at home,” says Amber about Loddon living.