2020 Australian Grand Dairy Awards
THE CHAMPIONS.
Discover a local dairy champion from the 2020 Australian Grand Dairy Awards.
Each year, hundreds of gold medal winning products from around the country enter the Australian Grand Dairy Awards with high hopes that they might be judged Champion in the grand final of dairy awards.
Our panel of esteemed cheese and dairy judges have spooned, sipped and nibbled their way through over 400 products to crown the 57 finalists, 19 Champions and 2 Grand Champions in this year’s Australian Grand Dairy Awards.
Announced on February 6, 2020, these local Champions are now ready for you to explore.
The 2020 Australian Grand Dairy Awards:
Finalists: Top three products in each class.
Champions: Highest scoring product in each class.
Grand Champions: Two highest scoring products across ALL cheese and dairy classes. The best of the best!
People’s Choice Champion: Australia’s favourite, as determined by 20 taste-testing consumers and over 14000 online votes.
Cheese Champions and Finalists
White Mould Cheese
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Woombye Ash Brie
Woombye Ash Brie
Woombye Ash Brie is our most recent cheese created and was included in our range 18 months ago. It starts life as our triple cream brie recipe which is a delicious creamy rich cheese. Then during maturation we carefully hand roll each cheese in ash which results in a striking black and white appearance on the mould as it matures. The ash adds a slightly smoky and mushroom flavour profile to the rich and creamy centre creating a unique cheese. Woombye Ash Brie is fast becoming one of our most popular cheeses in our range which we are very pleased with.
About the Producer | Woombye Cheese Company
Woombye Cheese Company believes the Sunshine Coast hinterland is the perfect place to make cheese, and all of the people we meet who taste our cheese agree with us. With panoramic views of undulating green hills, creeks and bushland, it’s a lush setting. Originally founded by Graeme and Karen Paynter in 2013, Woombye Cheese Company is today still family owned and all cheese is hand made using local milk. Our range includes numerous Australian favourites such as ash brie, camembert, triple cream brie, washed rind, truffle triple cream brie and cheddar.
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King Island Dairy Black Label Double Brie
King Island Dairy Black Label Double Brie
This Double Brie blends a rich, creamy Brie style cheese with the unique flora of the earthy Brevi culture to give added complexity to both its aroma and flavour. Made with high butterfat King Island milk, the result is a very special artisan cheese.
About the Producer | Lion Dairy - King Island
According to King Island Dairy’s Head Cheesemaker, Ueli Berger, King Island is one of the best environments in the world to make cheese. The rugged island with just 1200 residents, has one of the cleanest natural environments in the world. With mineral rich soil, cool temperatures and abundant rainfall, local cows from eight select farms graze on paddocks that receive ocean sea salt spray to produce a unique rich, sweet milk. This milk, coupled with the expertise of their cheesemakers is what makes King Island Dairy cheese so special.
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King Island Dairy Seal Bay Triple Cream Brie
King Island Dairy Seal Bay Triple Cream Brie
Seal Bay Triple Cream Brie is an extra-rich and buttery soft white cheese with the aroma of Sweet cream. It is named after the King Island bay where a colony of seals was found in the 1800s.
About the Producer | Lion Dairy - King Island
According to King Island Dairy’s Head Cheesemaker, Ueli Berger, King Island is one of the best environments in the world to make cheese. The rugged island with just 1200 residents, has one of the cleanest natural environments in the world. With mineral rich soil, cool temperatures and abundant rainfall, local cows from eight select farms graze on paddocks that receive ocean sea salt spray to produce a unique rich, sweet milk. This milk, coupled with the expertise of their cheesemakers is what makes King Island Dairy cheese so special.
Flavoured Cheese
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Thats Amore Diavoletti
Thats Amore Diavoletti
A cow’s milk smoked cheese with a chilli stuffed olive at its centre. The name translates to little devils, due to its spicy kick.
About the Producer | That's Amore CheeseThat’s Amore Cheese cheesemaker Giorgio Linguanti migrated to Australia from Italy in 2004 going from not speaking a word of English, to opening his own Cheese company in 2008 and winning some of Australia’s most prestigious awards. Giorgio prides himself on his artisan skills and has worked hard to build a cheese laboratory in Thomastown that allows him to experiment with new products so there is always something new to offer.
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Dellendale Creamery Torndirrup Native Herb
Dellendale Creamery Torndirrup Native Herb
A WA favourite, Torndirrup Native Herb is a truly unique and delicious artisan cheese. During production, the cheese is cut in half to introduce a blend of Australian native herbs within - the rejoining is difficult to master! The bold fusion of bush tucker foods results in rich, zesty pepper and lingering floral aromas.
About the Producer | Dellendale Creamery
Raised on a dairy farm in the Great Southern region, Dellendale Creamery’s cheesemaker Chris Vogel spent 10 years perfecting his technique in Switzerland before settling in Denmark, Western Australia. Back on Australian shores Chris established his own boutique Dellendale brand and continues to adapt his Alpine and raw milk style specialty, adding some local flavour with Australian milk and native herbs.
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High Valley Pesto Fetta
High Valley Pesto Fetta
High Valley Cheese Co Marinated Pesto Fetta – our Persian-style fetta is made in Mudgee NSW from cow’s milk supplied by The Little Big Dairy in neighbouring Dubbo. It is marinated with our basil pesto in a blend of local Cudgegong Valley Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Canola Oil. Deliciously versatile, creamy and not too salty, it is a great accompaniment to everything from cheese platters to pasta, pizza, salads and much more.
About the Producer | High Valley Cheese Co, MudgeeThe High Valley Wine and Cheese Company was established in 2004 by Grosvenor and Rosemary Francis. The award-winning cheese making operation was initially developed to complement their Cellar Door experience, however producing small-batch, traditional recipe, artisan cheeses quickly became their passion; the popularity and high regard for their quality product allowed their love for cheese to morph into their core business. So they decided to ditch the wine, sold the vineyard and now operate as High Valley Cheese Co. They remain a family business, with Grosvenor and Ro handing over the running of the business and cheese making duties to their son in-law, Shaun Barry, earlier this year.
Fresh Unripened Cheese
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Floridia Cheese Ricotta
Floridia Cheese Ricotta
Floridia Ricotta is a creamy white, mild, fresh cheese with a soft texture and a slightly sweet flavour. Made the traditional Italian way, Floridia Ricotta is manufactured from the whey produced in the making of Mozzarella and Pecorino.
About the Producer | Floridia Cheese
Floridia Cheese was founded in 1955 by Mauro and Carmela Montalto. The skills that they acquired as cheese makers have been passed down through the family ensuring the tradition, passion and quality continues. First with Tomasso and wife Angela taking the reins from his father and now Tom’s children, Mauro, Daniel, Lisa & Rosalba, the 3rd Generation of Montalto in Australia following in the family tradition. Today Floridia Cheese is considered the industry benchmark for consistency and quality in Italian cheese products. Its success has come from the commitment to time honoured traditional methods, passion forged from a family steeped in the history of cheese making and the determination to manufacture to the highest possible standards.
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Floridia Cheese Burrata
Floridia Cheese Burrata
Floridia Burrata is a natural cheese made from fresh pasteurized cow's milk. The important thing to remember about this cheese is that while it's made from mozzarella, burrata is not mozzarella cheese. Floridia Burrata is its own, very special type of cheese. Rich and buttery in flavour without being too indulgent, Floridia Burrata has an outer shell made from mozzarella that's formed into a pouch and then filled with soft, stringy curd and fresh cream. The finished Burrata is then tied to form a little topknot pouch and packed with brine in a container. The real magic happens when Floridia Burrata is sliced open and the creamy insides spill out. Floridia Burrata is best served fresh at room temperature, goes well with salad, crusty bread, prosciutto, fresh tomatoes with olive oil and cracked pepper or in pasta. Best eaten within 24 hours.
About the Producer | Floridia Cheese
Floridia Cheese was founded in 1955 by Mauro and Carmela Montalto. The skills that they acquired as cheese makers have been passed down through the family ensuring the tradition, passion and quality continues. First with Tomasso and wife Angela taking the reins from his father and now Tom’s children, Mauro, Daniel, Lisa & Rosalba, the 3rd Generation of Montalto in Australia following in the family tradition. Today Floridia Cheese is considered the industry benchmark for consistency and quality in Italian cheese products. Its success has come from the commitment to time honoured traditional methods, passion forged from a family steeped in the history of cheese making and the determination to manufacture to the highest possible standards.
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Floridia Cheese Halloumi
Floridia Cheese Halloumi
Floridia Haloumi is a natural cheese manufactured from fresh pasteurized cow’s milk. This cheese is shiny white, smooth without rind, has a fibrous rubbery texture and a deeply savoury taste.
About the Producer | Floridia Cheese
Floridia Cheese was founded in 1955 by Mauro and Carmela Montalto. The skills that they acquired as cheese makers have been passed down through the family ensuring the tradition, passion and quality continues. First with Tomasso and wife Angela taking the reins from his father and now Tom’s children, Mauro, Daniel, Lisa & Rosalba, the 3rd generation of Montalto in Australia following in the family tradition. Today Floridia Cheese is considered the industry benchmark for consistency and quality in Italian cheese products. Its success has come from the commitment to time honoured traditional methods, passion forged from a family steeped in the history of cheese making and the determination to manufacture to the highest possible standards.
Cheddar Cheese
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Bega Heritage Reserve Vintage
Bega Heritage Reserve Vintage
Bega Heritage Reserve Vintage Cheddar is matured for between 18-months and two years to achieve bold, sharp, fruity flavours and a deliciously crumbly texture. Given the maturity of the cheese, expect a crunch from tiny white calcium lactate crystals. One thing that makes this cheese so special is that it’s so rare, and only available from the Bega Heritage Centre in Bega NSW! If you can get your hands on some, it's best at room temperature, generously served on crackers with fresh fruits or fruit paste to complement its natural flavours.
About the Producer | Bega Cheese
It was the mutual interest of dairy and a desire to improve on individual production among a group of farmers from Bega Valley that formed the origins of this historic company. In 1899 the Bega Co-operative Creamery Company was formed and just one year later their first cheese factory was opened in New South Wales. Their memorable first site still operates today and produces some of the country’s most loved cheddar and mozzarella!
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Bega Farmers Tasty
Bega Farmers Tasty
Bega Farmer’s Tasty is a full flavoured cheese with a deliciously smooth texture.
About the Producer | Bega Cheese
It was the mutual interest of dairy and a desire to improve on individual production among a group of farmers from Bega Valley that formed the origins of this historic company. In 1899 the Bega Co-operative Creamery Company was formed and just one year later their first cheese factory was opened in New South Wales. Their memorable first site still operates today and produces some of the country’s most loved cheddar and mozzarella!
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Beston Pure Edwards Crossing Vintage Cheddar Black Wax
Beston Pure Edwards Crossing Vintage Cheddar Black Wax
WINNER OF THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD - Australian Grand Dairy Awards 2020
Our award-wining cheesemakers have truly outdone themselves and produced the BEST Cheddar Cheese in Australia, as recognised at the 2017 and 2019 Dairy Industry Association of Australia Awards. The fine and full-flavoured Vintage Cheddar cheese is matured to an optimal age of up to 24 months by Beston’s Edwards dairy factory. It is firm in texture, yet mellow in character or quality, rich and smooth with a tendency to melt in the mouth. Made in the classical way, its texture is firm and slightly crumbly with the crystals typically exhibited in mature cheddar.About the Producer | Beston Pure Foods
Along the banks of the mighty Murray River in the Murray Bridge, South Australia, you’ll find some of the finest dairy fields in Australia. Beston’s Edwards Crossing product range pays tribute to the pioneers of yesteryear by using only the best natural ingredients and remaining true to traditional cheesemaking methods. The company’s dedication to quality has been recognised nationally and internationally with the majority of Beston Global Food Company’s 114 Campion, Gold, Silver and Bronze Industry Awards directed to Beston’s Edwards Crossing range, including the nation’s highest Industry awards for Cheddar in 2017 and 2019, as well as Colby in 2018.
Semi Hard and Eye Cheese
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Section28 Fontina
Section28 Fontina
The Section28 Fontina is made in the classic style of the unique alpine cheese of Northern Italy’s Valle d’Aosta. Our cheese is made from raw milk and then washed weekly for a minimum of four months in our cave. It has a rich buttery flavour with a delicate nuttiness that is balanced by subtle hints of green grass, earthy cellars and sweet summer fruits.
About the Producer | Section28 Artisan Cheeses
Launched in 2015, Section28 Artisan Cheeses is an artisan cheese making business established with an absolute commitment to excellence. It aims to crafting high quality alpine cheeses that reflect the terroir and seasonal conditions of the Adelaide Hills. Its cheeses are handcrafted for consumers seeking a food experience that transports them to the production location and gives them a strong sense of provenance. Section28's customers are principally chefs or specialty cheese retailers across Australia.
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Heidi Farm Raclette
Heidi Farm Raclette
Coming soon...
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Section28 Mont Priscilla
Section28 Mont Priscilla
Named after a location close to the family farm, the Section28 Mont Priscilla is semi-soft cheese, distinguishable by the line of ash running through its centre. The orange-brown rind has been washed to produce a full aroma and a silky, subtle taste. It has a soft, yellow-ivory pâte that is buttery, sweet and smooth, with hints of fresh hay.
About the Producer | Section28 Artisan Cheeses
Launched in 2015, Section28 Artisan Cheeses is an artisan cheese making business established with an absolute commitment to excellence. It aims to crafting high quality alpine cheeses that reflect the terroir and seasonal conditions of the Adelaide Hills. Its cheeses are handcrafted for consumers seeking a food experience that transports them to the production location and gives them a strong sense of provenance. Section28's customers are principally chefs or specialty cheese retailers across Australia.
Blue Cheese
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Berrys Creek Oak Blue
Berrys Creek Oak Blue
GRAND CHAMPION CHEESE - Australian Grand Dairy Awards 2020
The substantial Oak Blue has a real presence as do the majestic oak trees of the local Mossvale Park. A recipe inspired by the gorgonzola style, this cheese has a lingering, full mouth assault on the senses. Heavily veined and aged for 3-months.
About the Producer | Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese
Cheesemaker Barry Charlton has almost 43 years experience in cheese-making, and together with his partner Cheryl Hulls, hand-makes their selection of cheeses using milk sourced from a local dairy, Hutchinson’s Milk – only 1.8KM away!
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King Island Dairy Bass Strait Blue
King Island Dairy Bass Strait Blue
A very savoury, medium strength blue with a salty finish, Bass Strait Blue is a blue lover’s delight. It’s named after the body of water that separates Tasmania from mainland Australia.
About the Producer | Lion Dairy - King Island
According to King Island Dairy’s Head Cheesemaker, Ueli Berger, King Island is one of the best environments in the world to make cheese. The rugged island with just 1200 residents, has one of the cleanest natural environments in the world. With mineral rich soil, cool temperatures and abundant rainfall, local cows from eight select farms graze on paddocks that receive ocean sea salt spray to produce a unique rich, sweet milk. This milk, coupled with the expertise of their cheesemakers is what makes King Island Dairy cheese so special.
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King Island Dairy Roaring Forties Blue
King Island Dairy Roaring Forties Blue
Roaring Forties is a full flavoured blue with a rich mouthfeel and sweet, slightly fruity character produced by maturing the cheese in wax. It is named after the infamous Roaring Forties gales that frequently lash the Island at more than 100km per hour.
About the Producer | Lion Dairy - King Island
According to King Island Dairy’s Head Cheesemaker, Ueli Berger, King Island is one of the best environments in the world to make cheese. The rugged island with just 1200 residents, has one of the cleanest natural environments in the world. With mineral rich soil, cool temperatures and abundant rainfall, local cows from eight select farms graze on paddocks that receive ocean sea salt spray to produce a unique rich, sweet milk. This milk, coupled with the expertise of their cheesemakers is what makes King Island Dairy cheese so special.
Goat Sheep and Buffalo Milk Cheeses
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Prom Country Cheese Venus Blue
Prom Country Cheese Venus Blue
A moderate spread of blue mold, together with the creaminess of sheep curds, produces a mild blue flavor, velvet mouth feel and fragrant aroma. The distinctive finish is sustained and soft on the palate. Prom Country Cheese Venus Blue is a delectable table cheese with a brine-washed natural rind. 2kg wheels are cellar matured for 5-8 months to slowly develop flavor and texture. Made with fresh seasonal ewe’s milk from a single herd, indigenous cultures, vegetarian rennet, and hand-salted with natural sea salt. Hand-piercing gives a random penicillium roqueforti distribution through natural cavities within the curd. Cheesemaking cultures have been developed from the farm’s own raw milk, producing a unique regional culture ideally suited to this blue cheese made with milk from the same terroir.
About the Producer | Prom Country Cheese
Prom Country Cheese is a sheep dairy farm run by second generation cheesemakers Burke and Bronwyn Brandon in the lush hills of South Gippsland, Victoria. Pasture-fed ewes are milked seasonally in a converted herringbone cow dairy, and the fresh milk processed onsite into a variety of specialty mold ripened cheeses. The model Landcare farm is managed sustainably with no chemical sprays or fertilisers. Cows milk cheeses are also produced from a neighbor's dairy. The cheesery cellar door opens on weekends for cheese platters and farm produce lunches, where visitors can see where their food comes from and how it is made.
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Meredith Dairy Chevre Plain
Meredith Dairy Chevre Plain
Possibly the most versatile of all cheeses, having uses in both sweet and savory dishes. The texture is smooth and creamy and flavour of clean fresh citrus. It can be used to lift food to new heights, mixed with hot or cold vegetables, mashed through a dip, crumbed over pizza or salad or just spread on crusty bread.
About the Producer | Meredith Dairy
Located in Meredith in Golden Plains Victoria, Meredith Dairy is a family-run business specialising in handmade Australian sheep and goat’s milk cheese and yoghurts. Owners Sandy and Julie Cameron and their son Angus, are committed to producing the highest quality produce straight from the farm and see their products sold and enjoyed world-wide. Meredith Dairy proudly practices sustainable farming and uses renewable energy to make the cheese and milk all year round.
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Meredith Dairy Marinated Goats Cheese
Meredith Dairy Marinated Goats Cheese
Fresh cubes of soft spreadable goat cheese marinated in a blend of Extra Virgin Olive oil herbs & garlic. Presented in a glass jar and gold lid, the cheese can be eaten on a cracker, used in salads, pizzas or with avocado on toast. This cheese has been described as being addictive and moreish and a cheese for all ages.
About the Producer | Meredith Dairy
Located in Meredith in Golden Plains Victoria, Meredith Dairy is a family-run business specialising in handmade Australian sheep and goat’s milk cheese and yoghurts. Owners Sandy and Julie Cameron and their son Angus, are committed to producing the highest quality produce straight from the farm and see their products sold and enjoyed world-wide. Meredith Dairy proudly practices sustainable farming and uses renewable energy to make the cheese and milk all year round.
Washed Rind / Mixed Rind Cheese
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King Island Dairy Stormy
King Island Dairy Stormy
King Island Dairy Stormy Washed Rind - this a great example of an earthy, luxurious and complex washed rind cheese. It is named for the inclement weather off the rocky coast of King Island that has been responsible for many a shipwreck in the island’s history.
About the Producer | Lion Dairy - King Island
According to King Island Dairy’s Head Cheesemaker, Ueli Berger, King Island is one of the best environments in the world to make cheese. The rugged island with just 1200 residents, has one of the cleanest natural environments in the world. With mineral rich soil, cool temperatures and abundant rainfall, local cows from eight select farms graze on paddocks that receive ocean sea salt spray to produce a unique rich, sweet milk. This milk, coupled with the expertise of their cheesemakers is what makes King Island Dairy cheese so special.
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Berrys Creek Springview Washed Rind Cheese
Berrys Creek Springview Washed Rind Cheese
Soft textured full flavoured mixed rind cheese with orange/blue rind.
About the Producer | Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese
Cheesemaker Barry Charlton has almost 43 years experience in cheese-making, and together with his partner Cheryl Hulls, hand-makes their selection of cheeses using milk sourced from a local dairy, Hutchinson’s Milk – only 1.8KM away!
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Flinders Estate Washed Rind Log
Flinders Estate Washed Rind Log
This cheese is rustically golden with a complex earthiness.
About the Producer | Snow Brand Australia
In 1977 Frenchman Gilbert Pesenti established a small cheese factory in Yagoona NSW manufacturing Camembert and Brie cheese under the Unicorn Cheese Brand. In 1980 the company was moved to its current location in Flinders Estate in Nowra NSW. In 1990 he sold the company to SnowBrand Milk Products. Since then the company has grown in size and staff and over the years has increased its capacity to produce cheese and different variations. The company has also updated its manufacturing equipment to grow with the increase in product demand. SnowBrand Australia has been awarded champion product it its class at the Australian Grand Dairy Awards 3 times.
Hard Cheese
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Bestons Edwards Crossing Parmesan
Bestons Edwards Crossing Parmesan
Multi Award - Winning Cheesemakers Reserve Parmesan is a hard grating cheese with a distinct piquant to sweet flavour.
About the Producer | Beston Pure Foods
Along the banks of the mighty Murray River in the Murray Bridge, South Australia, you’ll find some of the finest dairy fields in Australia. Beston’s Edwards Crossing product range pays tribute to the pioneers of yesteryear by using only the best natural ingredients and remaining true to traditional cheesemaking methods. The company’s dedication to quality has been recognised nationally and internationally with the majority of Beston Global Food Company’s 114 Campion, Gold, Silver and Bronze Industry Awards directed to Beston’s Edwards Crossing range, including the nation’s highest Industry awards for Cheddar in 2017 and 2019, as well as Colby in 2018.
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Floridia Cheese Pecorino Pepato
Floridia Cheese Pecorino Pepato
Floridia Pecorino Pepato is a natural cheese manufactured from fresh pasteurised cow’s milk. This cheese is a drum-shaped wheel and distributed throughout are whole black peppercorns, firm in texture with a hard body. Pepato is matured for a minimum of 4 months, where it develops its characteristic spicy taste. It is an exciting alternative to the more common Pecorino. The salty, tangy citrusy flavours complemented by the spiciness of the peppercorns make this cheese a great table cheese.
About the Producer | Floridia Cheese
Floridia Cheese was founded in 1955 by Mauro and Carmela Montalto. The skills that they acquired as cheese makers have been passed down through the family ensuring the tradition, passion and quality continues. First with Tomasso and wife Angela taking the reins from his father and now Tom’s children, Mauro, Daniel, Lisa & Rosalba, the 3rd generation of Montalto in Australia following in the family tradition. Today Floridia Cheese is considered the industry benchmark for consistency and quality in Italian cheese products. Its success has come from the commitment to time honoured traditional methods, passion forged from a family steeped in the history of cheese making and the determination to manufacture to the highest possible standards.
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TAFE South Australia ACMAA Pepato
TAFE South Australia ACMAA Pepato
Pepato is a Romano style cheese made with cows milk. Without the Peppercorns it is known as Vaccino. With the added peppercorns the cheese is known as Pepato. It is a hard Italian cheese that has a variety of uses. The cheese itself is piquant but the enhancement of peppercorns lifts the flavour profile to another level. Being a hard cheese Pepato is very versatile, not only is it excellent on a cheese board but well suited to dishes. It can be grated or shaved in pasta, soup or over a salad. It can be eaten as a younger cheese making it not so piquant with a mild undertone of sweet aromatic notes. The texture is longer and more supple. Again a good choice for a cheese board.
About the Producer | TAFE SA - The Artisan Cheese Making Academy
The Artisan Cheese Making Academy (ACMAA) is where the cheese education is dedicated to Artisan Cheese making. The Academy supports Artisan Cheese Makers and the Industry through best practice education, mentoring and technical services to increase knowledge, raise awareness and the growth of skilled Artisan Cheese makers. TAFE SA has a customised manufacturing area and an affinage room which is a perfect training facility.
Dairy Champions and Finalists
Modified Milk
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Brownes Hilo Lactose Free Milk
Brownes Hilo Lactose Free Milk
Our Lactose Free Hi-Lo milk, available in a 1L carton, is fresh milk straight from dairy farms in WA’s South West. With the addition of the enzyme lactase, which breaks down lactose into easily digestible sugars, this milk contains all the nutritional benefits and taste of our Hi-Lo milk, and is gentler on sensitive tummies!
About the Producer | Brownes Dairy
Brownes Dairy is Australia’s oldest dairy company, established in 1886. Brownes Dairy collects about 150 million litres of milk each year from more than 50 dairy farming families located in WA’s pristine South West region and has a diverse portfolio of award-winning fresh dairy products including milk, cream, yoghurt, flavoured milk, juice and desserts. Brownes Dairy is a finalist in the 2019 World Dairy Innovation awards and named as one of the country’s most innovative companies as part of the Australian Financial Review’s 2019 BOSS annual awards, the only dairy company to make the list.
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Barambah Organics Lactose Free Full Cream Milk
Barambah Organics Lactose Free Full Cream Milk
Barambah Organics Lactose Free Milk is slightly nutty and sweet tasting. It is deliciously creamy and highly sought after by those with an intolerance to lactose. Many consumers say that their whole family has made the switch to this milk, as it is such a lovely drinking milk. Barambah's farms are certified organic and the well-nourished cows are 80% grass fed, giving the milk a well-balanced herbaceous flavor, that is slightly sweet. The welfare and nutrition of the cows is overseen by owner Ian Campbell, who draws on an extensive wealth of knowledge to ensure the cows are in ridiculously good health. The milk is brought into our own dairy processing plant in Brisbane and quickly processed by our excellent team in Brisbane.
About the Producer | Barambah Organics
Barambah Organics has two dairy farms in the Border Rivers region in southern Queensland, and one in the Bellingen Shire at Raleigh, on the banks of the Bellinger River, 15kms south of Coffs Harbour. The health and wellbeing of the cows is owner Ian Campbell’s priority. A rural scientist, with a specialty in animal nutrition, Ian and his team know just how important it is to keep their animals happy, which is why each cow has five acres of prime pasture to graze upon freely. Happy cows makes for good milk!
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Farmdale Lactose Free Milk
Farmdale Lactose Free Milk
Farmdale Lactose Free Milk: the goodness of fresh, full cream milk, that’s gentler to digest.
About the Producer | Brownes Dairy
Brownes Dairy is Australia’s oldest dairy company, established in 1886. Brownes Dairy collects about 150 million litres of milk each year from more than 50 dairy farming families located in WA’s pristine South West region and has a diverse portfolio of award-winning fresh dairy products including milk, cream, yoghurt, flavoured milk, juice and desserts. Brownes Dairy is a finalist in the 2019 World Dairy Innovation awards and named as one of the country’s most innovative companies as part of the Australian Financial Review’s 2019 BOSS annual awards, the only dairy company to make the list.
Flavoured Milk
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Norco Natural Malt and Honey
Norco Natural Malt and Honey
At Norco, we're passionate about making flavoured milk that's a little bit special. Norco Natural is the traditional flavoured milk that's a little bit old-school cool, made using milk and other natural ingredients. With nothing artificial added, it's the perfect way to enjoy milk the way it should be…naturally and packed full of nature's goodness.
About the Producer | Norco Foods - South Lismore
Norco has been producing authentic Australian dairy products for over a century after the lush green pastures and rolling hills of Northern New South Wales became their home in 1895. As one of Australia’s last 100% Aussie farmer-owned dairy co-operatives, North Coast Co-operative, now shortened to the name Norco, has a network of over 300 members.
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Farmdale RAM Double Espresso Flavoured Milk
Farmdale RAM Double Espresso Flavoured Milk
Pasteurised and homogenised coffee flavoured milk.
About the Producer | Brownes Dairy
Brownes Dairy is Australia’s oldest dairy company, established in 1886. Brownes Dairy collects about 150 million litres of milk each year from more than 50 dairy farming families located in WA’s pristine South West region and has a diverse portfolio of award-winning fresh dairy products including milk, cream, yoghurt, flavoured milk, juice and desserts. Brownes Dairy is a finalist in the 2019 World Dairy Innovation awards and named as one of the country’s most innovative companies as part of the Australian Financial Review’s 2019 BOSS annual awards, the only dairy company to make the list.
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Oak Chocolate
Oak Chocolate
Full flavour, full strength, full on. Oak really hits the spot when you’re hungrythirsty. With over 40 years’ experience and a choice of rich, creamy authentic flavours, oak is always the answer.
About the Producer | Parmalat Australia Ltd Nambour
Lactalis is a multinational dairy products corporation, with more than 75,000 employees around the world. They have a long and proud history in Australia, a history that commenced on the banks of the Brisbane River in the 1930s.. Pauls Milk, Ice Break Coffee, Vaalia yoghurt, President cheese, Oak and Breaka flavoured milk are leading examples of Lactalis brands, which over the years have become synonymous with high quality and Australian community values.
Dairy Gelato
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Milani House of Gelato Pistachio
Milani House of Gelato Pistachio
Milani House of Gelato’s Pistachio Gelato is rich, silky and smooth. Presents the perfect balance between roasted pistachio nuts and the sweetness of Australian dairy milk.
About the Producer | Milani House of Gelato
Brisbane-based Milani House of Gelato is owned by Lin, who fell in love with gelato on a holiday to Rimini in Italy, and quickly realised its notoriety as a timeless favourite across Europe. Once back in Australia, Lin embarked on training in Sydney and at the University of Bologna, on a mission to master the art of gelato-making. Today, Lin is the reigning Australian Grand Dairy Awards’ Grand Champion, and continues to be committed to providing his customers with fresh and flavoursome gelato, making his range by hand every morning.
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Gelateria Gondola Cioccolato Modicano E Arancia
Gelateria Gondola Cioccolato Modicano E Arancia
Chocolate Orange with Modicano chocolate chip gelato – a rich and delicious blend of two intense flavours which bring each oh them to life on the palate. A favourite with our customers and the staff at Gondola alike.
About the Producer | Gelateria Gondola
The Gelateria Gondola story began back in Italy where, as a young boy, Luca Zanini, dreamed of one day owning his own gelateria. His passion for food grew with him and he trained as a chef in IPSSAR Maffioli in Castelfranco Veneto, Italy. His qualifications took him around the globe where he gained experience in some of the world’s best restaurants in Stuttgart, Germany; London, UK and; Tenerife, Canary Islands. Luca spent a gap year as a gelatiere in Germany where he mastered his skills and further grew his dedication for gelato making. He eventually came to live in Sydney, Australia where his long held dream of creating authentic artisanal gelato was realised with the opening of Gelateria Gondola in Chatswood. Many awards later, Luca is happy to be sharing his childhood dream with the world.
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Pure Gelato Roast Hazelnut
Pure Gelato Roast Hazelnut
Our Hazelnut gelato is made with Australian fresh Milk and cream directly from the farm gate , adding lots of love and care we craft roast hazelnuts sourced from the north Italian Region of Piemonte to produce a gelato that captures the soul of Italy with the texture of Australian Dairy.
About the Producer | Pure Gelato Enterprises
Pure Gelato is a family business based in Croydon Park, established in 1994 with the focus to produce quality European style ice cream that captures the soul of its origins but made with today’s consumer needs in mind. We take pride in the privilege in using the outstanding Australian ingredients and transforming them into a product that makes our community smile.
Dairy Dessert
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Thats Amore Gelato Tartufo
Thats Amore Gelato Tartufo
Hazelnut and chocolate gelato, dark chocolate ganache centre, coated in dark cocoa. The word "Tartufo" means "Truffle" in Italian. This dessert's name comes from its look, similar to truffle.
About the Producer | That's Amore
That’s Amore Cheese cheesemaker Giorgio Linguanti migrated to Australia from Italy in 2004 going from not speaking a word of English, to opening his own Cheese company in 2008 and winning some of Australia’s most prestigious awards. Giorgio prides himself on his artisan skills and has worked hard to build a cheese laboratory in Thomastown that allows him to experiment with new products so there is always something new to offer.
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Kenilworth Dairies Chocolate Mousse
Kenilworth Dairies Chocolate Mousse
This “Oh-my-goodness-mousse” is rich, light and fluffy, with a ‘chocolat-i-ness’ that Charlie would be proud of.
About the Producer | Kenilworth Dairies
Kenilworth Dairies or “Kenilworth Cheese Factory”, as it is warmly referred to, has seen many changes over the last 64 years. In 2017 saw the change of ownership to local Dairy Farmers the Cochrane Family, with the honest and true goodness of bring their quality dairy products to you. One thing still stands tried and strong is the unique flavours and recipes of all Kenilworth Dairies products.
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Thats Amore Cannoli Kit
Thats Amore Cannoli Kit
The Cannoli Kit is a DIY solution that includes empty cannoli shells, Sicilian ricotta filling, crushed pistachio & icing sugar.
About the Producer | That's Amore
That’s Amore Cheese cheesemaker Giorgio Linguanti migrated to Australia from Italy in 2004 going from not speaking a word of English, to opening his own Cheese company in 2008 and winning some of Australia’s most prestigious awards. Giorgio prides himself on his artisan skills and has worked hard to build a cheese laboratory in Thomastown that allows him to experiment with new products so there is always something new to offer.
Milk
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Pauls Farmhouse Gold Cream on Top
Pauls Farmhouse Gold Cream on Top
Farmhouse Gold – Milk, the way it used to be! Farmhouse Gold is traditional wholesome milk with a layer of cream on top. It’s perfect for those who love the rich, creamy taste of real milk. Made with fresh, premium milk from Australian farms, Farmhouse Gold has a delicious, velvety taste you will savour.
About the Producer | Lactalis Australia - Harvey Fresh
Harvey Fresh is based on 100 hectares of land in the farming community of Harvey, Western Australia, 150 kilometres from Perth. At first, the company specialised in fresh fruit juice, but soon expanded into the production of fresh and long-life milk. Today, under the Parmalat umbrella, the company makes products for some of Australia’s best-known dairy brands, including Pauls and Vaalia.
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Ashgrove Full Cream Milk
Ashgrove Full Cream Milk
Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm Milk is natural fresh milk delivered straight from our farms. We only use the freshest and creamiest milk possible supplied by Ashgrove cows that graze on a natural nutrient-rich pasture diet, resulting in milk that is pure in flavour. Our full cream milk is processed early in the morning we don't add anything or take anything away it is naturally higher in fat.
About the Producer | Ashgrove Cheese Company
Ashgrove Cheese Company in Northern Tasmania, run by the Bennett families is one of Australia's finest dairy companies. Ashgrove Farms and processing factory is situated 41-degree latitude on a unique ryegrass belt, with volcanic rich soil, nutrient-rich grasses, freshwater & the worlds cleanest air. We are a unique vertically integrated dairy manufacture (grass > cow > you). Ashgrove milk is delivered within hours of milking to the factory, coupled with the expertise of farming since 1907, high standards for animal welfare, sustainable agriculture and innovation that makes Ashgrove milk so special.
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Maleny Dairies Farmers Choice Guernsey Non Homogenised Full Cream Milk
Maleny Dairies Farmers Choice Guernsey Non Homogenised Full Cream Milk
Maleny Dairies’ Farmer’s Choice Guernsey milk is a true old-fashioned gold top that’s cream of the crop. Being only pasteurised, the milk is minimally processed to ensure a product that comes as close as possible to the way nature intended. Maleny’s Guernsey cows graze happily on the lush pastures of the Sunshine Coast – living the good life!
About the Producer | Maleny Dairies
Maleny Dairies has been home to Guernsey cows since the farm began operating in 1948. The dairy is proud of its commitment to caring for their animals and the land they live on, and believe the cows’ happiness is crucial to creating the best quality, delicious Australian milk.
Cream
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The Little Big Dairy Co Single Source Pure Pouring Cream
The Little Big Dairy Co Single Source Pure Pouring Cream
Our Single Source Pure Pouring Cream is exactly that! With no additives we carefully separate our milk produced here on the farm in our very own factory. The butterfat content of our pouring cream is 42% so it's beautifully thick without any additives or thickeners.
About the Producer | The Little Big Dairy Company
The Little Big Dairy Co is a family-run business located outside Dubbo NSW. They produce award winning, single-source milk from one dairy, traceable down to the very cow that made it. Each of their 800 Holstein cows has a name that they know by heart. Single Source means that the milk is produced solely on the one farm so they see the product from start to finish, milking through to processing and into the bottle.
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Bulla Double Cream
Bulla Double Cream
Bulla Double Cream is one of the best examples of cream making expertise. Drawing on the best local milk, their double cream is crafted to deliver a dense rich cream that’s full of flavour and smooth in texture. It’s the perfect accompaniment to indulgent desserts or to add a touch of decadence to fresh seasonal fruit.
About the Producer | Bulla
Since their founder Thomas Sloan invented a new method of thickening cream in his wood fired copper in 1910, they have continued to hone the craft of turning the very best milk and cream into some of Australia’s best tasting dairy foods. Six generations later they are still a family business, owned and operated by their descendants, sourcing milk from local farms in south west Victoria and sharing their cream’s, fresh cheeses, yoghurts and Ice creams with families across Australian and around the world.
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Yea Brand Dairy Creme Fraiche
Yea Brand Dairy Creme Fraiche
Creme Fraiche is a lightly cultured cream used in deserts, sauces and all sorts of savoury applications. One of the Chefs secret weapons and much used in the finest establishments all around the world. Yea Brand Creme Fraiche rivals the best in quality and consistency of any locally produced or European import.
About the Producer | Yea Brand
Yea Brand Dairy manufacture cream and cheese products for both retail and foodservice operators. The company is owned by the Kirk Family and is managed by David Wareham and Kelly Mcleish. Crème Fraiche, Mascarpone and Club Cheddar cheese make up the product mix. The modern, recently refurbished and expanded production facility is located at Yea in Central Victoria, the northern gateway to the famous cool climate wine region of the Yarra Valley. Yea Brand products are available in good delicatessens and are used by foodservice professionals in the best restaurants. Yea Brand Products are available in retail or foodservice pack formats.
Natural Yoghurt
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Mundella Greek Natural Yoghurt
Mundella Greek Natural Yoghurt
Greek Natural Pot Set Yoghurt – traditionally pot set with a firm yet creamy texture that sits on your spoon with the benefit of billions of live culture.
About the Producer | Mundella Foods
Mundella has a long history and proud history of manufacturing premium quality dairy products – the best quality possible. Mundella has operated in the beautiful Serpentine Jarrahdale region in Western Australia for the last 40 years. Our yoghurts are free from additives and preservatives, ensuring products. wholesome, fresh and natural. Off particular note is the brand’s brand’s position around probiotic health with billions of probiotics found in our yoghurts.
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Brownes Greek Style Natural Yoghurt
Brownes Greek Style Natural Yoghurt
Brownes Dairy’s Natural Traditional Yoghurt is light in texture, dissolving on your tongue with a deliciously creamy flavour and light, crisp acidity. Made in a traditional style, this makes the ideal accompaniment to sweet fruit dishes or the base for a delicious savoury dish.
About the Producer | Brownes Dairy
"Brownes Dairy is Australia’s oldest dairy company, established in 1886. Brownes Dairy collects about 150 million litres of milk each year from more than 50 dairy farming families located in WA’s pristine South West region and has a diverse portfolio of award-winning fresh dairy products including milk, cream, yoghurt, flavoured milk, juice and desserts. Brownes Dairy is a finalist in the 2019 World Dairy Innovation awards and named as one of the country’s most innovative companies as part of the Australian Financial Review’s 2019 BOSS annual awards, the only dairy company to make the list.
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Brownes Natural Traditional Yoghurt
Brownes Natural Traditional Yoghurt
Brownes Dairy Natural: This lovely traditional style yoghurt is thick, creamy and all – natural. Best of all, it contains no added sugar.
About the Producer | Brownes Dairy
Brownes Dairy is Australia’s oldest dairy company, established in 1886. Brownes Dairy collects about 150 million litres of milk each year from more than 50 dairy farming families located in WA’s pristine South West region and has a diverse portfolio of award-winning fresh dairy products including milk, cream, yoghurt, flavoured milk, juice and desserts. Brownes Dairy is a finalist in the 2019 World Dairy Innovation awards and named as one of the country’s most innovative companies as part of the Australian Financial Review’s 2019 BOSS annual awards, the only dairy company to make the list.
Ice Cream
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Gundowring Ice Cream - Licorice
Gundowring Ice Cream - Licorice
Bold and unashamedly intense, Gundowring’s Licorice Ice Cream is brimming with aniseed flavour. Milk from Gundowring’s own dairy is blended with Junee organic licorice from New South Wales to create a soft, creamy texture that simply melts in the mouth.
About the Producer | Gundowring Fine Foods
Gundowring Fine Foods is owned and managed by the Crooke family, fourth generation dairy farmers, who operate from their 1,000 acre farm in Kiewa, Victoria. Their 500 Holstein cows graze on the land’s lush pasture, which is dotted with red river gums and grey box eucalypts.
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Dooleys Premium Chocolate Ice Cream
Dooleys Premium Chocolate Ice Cream
Chocolate can be a difficult flavour to stand out, but Dooley’s Premium Chocolate Ice Cream certainly hit the spot with the judges! It’s the perfect combination of superb creamy chocolate flavour and flawless silky texture… worth driving down to Apollo Bay for!
About the Producer | Dooley's
Dooley’s Ice Cream is led by Dooley and Alyciandra Milner, a father-daughter duo who have put their all into their family business over the last 16 years. Dooley puts the success of his ice cream down to using premium, quality ingredients, including fresh Australian milk and cream. You won’t be able to stop at just one scoop!
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MCEC - Pistachio Ice Cream
MCEC - Pistachio Ice Cream
MCEC’s pistachio ice cream features a creamy blend of premium Victorian milk and pistachio paste sourced from Italy, the world’s leading pistachio producer.
About the Producer | The Melbourne Convention Centre
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) is Melbourne’s destination for big ideas and inspirational events. Hosting more than 1000 events each year, we’re internationally renowned for our incredible range of spaces, innovative design and jaw-dropping food.
Butter, Flavoured Butter or Butter Blend
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Western Star Salted Butter
Western Star Salted Butter
GRAND CHAMPION DAIRY PRODUCT - Australian Grand Dairy Awards 2020
Western Star is an iconic Aussie favourite. It’s a classic, pure, creamy butter with a rich satisfying, five-star taste. Seven-time Australian Grand Dairy Award winner this product sets the benchmark for quality in Australia. Expertly crafted from only two simple, natural ingredients, cream and salt.
About the Producer | Fonterra Brands Pty Ltd - Cobden
Fonterra Brands Australia has a long history in dairy and collects around 1.7 billion litres of milk from famers annually. This milk is the unifying ingredient in all of their much loved iconic dairy brands enjoyed by people in over 100 countries!
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Beautifully Butterfully Salted Butter
Beautifully Butterfully Salted Butter
Beautifully Butterfully Salted Butter is sweet and flavoursome, with a great salt balance and smooth texture. Regularly hitting the top spot with customers on flavor and consistency, this butter is a household staple.
About the Producer | Fonterra Brands Pty Ltd - Cobden
Fonterra Brands Australia has a long history in dairy and collects around 1.7 billion litres of milk from famers annually. This milk is the unifying ingredient in all of their much loved iconic dairy brands enjoyed by people in over 100 countries!
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Western Star Cultured Butter
Western Star Cultured Butter
Western Star is an iconic Aussie favourite. It’s a creamy, fresh tasting butter, that’s versatile for both sweet and savoury applications. Three-time Australian Grand Dairy Award winner, this product is expertly crafted from premium quality dairy and delivers an extra creamy continental flavour.
About the Producer | Fonterra Brands Pty Ltd - Cobden
Fonterra Brands Australia has a long history in dairy and collects around 1.7 billion litres of milk from famers annually. This milk is the unifying ingredient in all of their much loved iconic dairy brands enjoyed by people in over 100 countries!
Flavoured Yoghurt
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Mundella Greek Vanilla Yoghurt
Mundella Greek Vanilla Yoghurt
Greek Vanilla Pot Set Yoghurt – Traditionally pot set with a firm yet creamy texture that sits on your spoon with hint of vanilla.
About the Producer | Mundella Foods
Mundella has a long history and proud history of manufacturing premium quality dairy products – the best quality possible. Mundella has operated in the beautiful Serpentine Jarrahdale region in Western Australia for the last 40 years. Our yoghurts are free from additives and preservatives, ensuring products. wholesome, fresh and natural. Off particular note is the brand’s brand’s position around probiotic health with billions of probiotics found in our yoghurts.
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Fleurieu Milk Company Something Wild Muntrie
Fleurieu Milk Company Something Wild Muntrie
Fleurieu Milk Company Muntrie Yoghurt is made with our Jersey Premium milk and Muntries that are harvested from areas in South Australia which gives you a delicious, creamy yoghurt with a thick smooth texture. Along with the ABC Cultures that are present in our Yoghurt the Muntries are a Native Super Food, high in Vitamin C and Antioxidants.
About the Producer | Fleurieu Milk Company
Fleurieu Milk Company began in 2006, when it was clear that there was a need for a quality, as nature intended, dairy products on South Australian shelves. The 3 families that started Fleurieu Milk Company still own and operate the business here in Myponga on the picturesque Fleurieu Peninsula. Our aim is and always has been to produce and supply our customers with premium milk and yoghurt products and service. These products now include White Milk (including Lactose Free), Flavoured Milk, Cream, Flavoured Yoghurt as well as native Australian fruits with the Something Wild Yoghurts. Our logistic chain from cow to shelf significantly differentiates us from our competitors. Positioning our processing factory on farm, only 500 metres from the closest dairy, allows us to ensure our products reach the consumer in the freshest possible condition. Within only a few hours the cow is milked, the milk is transported to the factory, processed and transported to store level. This allows you to be drinking milk only hours after it was obtained from the cow.
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Maleny Gourmet Yoghurt Apple and Cinnamon
Maleny Gourmet Yoghurt Apple and Cinnamon
This Gourmet yoghurt is a rich Greek-style yoghurt, sweetened with natural cane sugar. Made with healthy A, B and C yoghurt cultures, this thick and creamy texture is due to the unique yoghurt-making and filling techniques. The delicious Apple & Cinnamon fruit base makes it a delectable delight.
About the Producer | Maleny Cheese
Maleny Cheese, a multi-generation family owned business based in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland town of Maleny. From humble beginnings in 2004, the Bucher family have remained true to their vision “to be Queensland’s dairy processor and tourism operator of excellence." Maleny Cheese has grown to a team of people who exist to serve reliable regional food from Queensland’s premier dairy region. Maleny Cheese has a strong core value on being a local business and we source fresh regional whole milk from small local dairy herds, alongside other sustainably sourced ingredients. Combined with our European know-how and skill, we make and sell exceptional dairy goods, fresh from paddock to plate.