The April 2021 issue of SALIFE magazine is out now, with a special focus on everything we hold nearest and dearest.

Welcome to SALIFE The Kids & Family issue 2021.

Our lead story in this issue will melt your heart and bring a tear to your eye – even if you don’t follow the Adelaide Crows – as Ellie Walker shares the difficult start she and husband Taylor had into parenthood, and introduces us to their new baby, Louis.

South Australia’s stunning autumn days are upon us, with crisp blue skies and the gradual turning of the trees. Merino sheep farmer and fashion designer – and busy mum – Emily Riggs features on the cover of this issue, also stars in our fashion pages with her two little ones, Sam and Lucy.

One wonderful aspect of having children in the family is watching their creative minds develop and, in this issue, we explore some of the many ways to help them along that path.

Meanwhile, Callum Hann takes the pain out of family mealtimes, with a collection of easy recipes the whole gang will devour. You might even find you have some help in the kitchen.

We also get a sneak peek into what chefs get up to when they cook for each other at a star-studded dinner at the home of artisan cheesemaker Kris Lloyd.

There’s all this and more, with a visit to a special garden and quince orchard in Penola, a breakdown of rose scents, and a peek into one Hills family’s rural idyll – these children really live a life to be envied.

SALIFE April 2021 is on sale now at newsagents and selected supermarkets or order your copy for delivery to your door here.