SWELL MAGAZINE

The Wonder Issue

Find your sense of wonder with stories that celebrate curiosity, creativity and the magic hiding in plain sight. Issue 25 marks a special milestone, our 25th issue, and an invitation to see the world through fresh eyes. From bold ideas and bright design to heartfelt stories of connection, this issue reminds us that wonder isn’t just for faraway adventures; it’s right here in the details of daily life.

In this issue you’ll find:

• The Fabulous Mr Brooks – Step inside a reimagined 1870s gothic mansion on the hill, where history meets imagination.
• Heritage and Heart – Signal Box captures the wonder of dining where light, flavour and history converge.
• The Wonder of Water – A Splash of Colour Swimming turns lessons into life-changing confidence and community.
• Big Sky Country – At Wilderluxe Lake Keepit, guests unwind, reconnect and rediscover the beauty of the wild.
• Tiled to Perfection – Di Lorenzo Tiles brings global design home, turning everyday spaces into works of art.
• Becoming an Awe-Hunter – When life starts to feel a little dull, here’s how to rekindle your sense of magic.
• Gutsy Goodness – Meet the clever minds behind Kidhy, a splash of fun and science helping kids thrive from the inside out.
• The Magic of Movement – Exploring how exercise uplifts the body, sparks creativity and strengthens wellbeing.
• Glitter Girl – Inside Sophie Elinor’s joyful world of colour, character and type.
• Forever Yours – Writer Jessie Ansons shares her Fresh Ink prize-winning first chapter – a debut full of promise and heart.
• Plus, our Shop, Savour, See guide – your curated edit of the best places to browse, bite and explore across our region.