It’s been a while, hasn’t it? We’ve missed creating Lost Magazine over these last two months, and many of our readers have reached out and said that they miss us, too. 

I can’t blame them, because even though we’re just a humble little magazine, the people we are lucky enough to interview all have such incredible stories. When I found myself reading these stories of the region for the first time in months, I couldn’t help but smile. Some of them even sent a shiver down my spine! I think that’s my body telling me that it’s missed being inspired and enchanted by all of the amazing stories from our corner of the world. What a pleasure it is to creatively collaborate with such beautiful people.

In this month’s issue, Mahmood was lucky enough to meet and learn from some of our community’s incredible women. Sharon, from The Fermentary, taught him about fermenting, and Tania from Imagine Lovely Ceramics guided him through the process of making clay beautiful. Then, Sylvia spoke about her journey to become the first female president of the Ulysses Motorcycle Club in the Macedon Ranges. Finally, he was lucky enough to stop and have a browse through the clothes store Harry and Me, before having a chat with owner Amanda. 

As always, Larissa was won over by one of the region’s best eateries when Matt from Johnny Alloo taught her about food and the history behind the restaurant’s namesake. 

Michael stopped by for a drink at the incredible Hepburn Springs Distilling Co. where owners Brett and Rebekah took him through their journey to becoming one of Victoria’s leading gin distillers. 

Finally, Anthony ruminated on spring and some of our beautiful state’s botanical gardens. 

Now please, go on ahead and explore this month’s issue of Lost Magazine!

Taylor Albioli Editor