The Winkie Peach Patch

The Winkie Peach Patch Riverland family run business selling local dried fruits In 1957 my grandparents migrated from Slovenia to Melbourne into the Bonegilla Internment Camp.

My Dedek (grandad, Stan), Grandma (Anna) Had 4 children, Mary, Susie, Slafko (Johnny, my dad) in Melbourne. In 1967 they moved to a little old town called Winkie and brought a vineyard and a stone fruit orchard- peaches, nectarines and apricots. That’s when they had their 4th child Micheal. Growing up on the block meant everyone was expected to work, many long days were spent working in the cuttin

g shed or down the block picking fruit or just working. Having to either cut apricots on Christmas Day or unstacking and stacking up trays. My dad did his apprenticeship with my Dedek and worked with him for 10 years before in 1997 our Dedek passed sadly away. My father had to step up and take over the vineyard and orchards. In the early 2000s Slafko planted more peaches and nectarines so this meant there was so much more to cut and dry, but honestly nothing beats the weekends and early mornings in the cutting shed with family. In 2014, I met Brad, after a few dates before I knew it he was apart of the family. There was no time at all before dad put Brad to work getting him out on the block with us picking and cutting fruit. This also included a lot of work after Brad finished work, let’s just say Brads not to fond of it. After a couple of years of thinking on and off about packing and selling dried fruit we thought why not. In April 2021 we started up The Winkie Peach Patch. After a few months of planning our business we launched on Facebook, with our page growing every day. We were so overwhelmed with how busy we were. We now have our fruit in many parts of the Riverland and it is amazing. Who thought a little idea would become so big, we’re loving every moment of it.

Wishing everyone a chocolate-filled Easter 🐣Hope your day is filled with sunshine, smiles, and sweet treats ☀️🍫
05/04/2026

Wishing everyone a chocolate-filled Easter 🐣
Hope your day is filled with sunshine, smiles, and sweet treats ☀️🍫

Only one bag left 🍑 🍫 Get in quick, I don’t think it will last long!
03/04/2026

Only one bag left 🍑 🍫

Get in quick, I don’t think it will last long!

Sold out! 🍑✨Our chocolate-covered peach balls have been an absolute hit – thank you all so much for the support!Missed o...
30/03/2026

Sold out! 🍑✨
Our chocolate-covered peach balls have been an absolute hit – thank you all so much for the support!

Missed out? Don’t worry! We’ve opened up a pre-order list so you can secure your share of these delicious treats 🤎

Pre-orders will be ready for pickup this Thursday from 4:30 in Winkie only no delivery.
Send us a message to get your name on the list before they’re gone again!

🍑 Now Available – Just in Time for Easter! 🍫Our delicious chocolate-covered peaches are finally here!Juicy, locally grow...
29/03/2026

🍑 Now Available – Just in Time for Easter! 🍫

Our delicious chocolate-covered peaches are finally here!

Juicy, locally grown peaches from Winkie, coated in rich, silky milk chocolate – the perfect sweet treat or Easter gift for someone special (or yourself 😉).

✨ Only $10 per bag
✨ Limited stock available – once they’re gone, they’re gone!

📩 To grab yours, send us a message on Facebook
📱 Or text 0439 147 860 to order

Don’t miss out – treat yourself this Easter! 🐣

29/03/2026

Easter treats have arrived! 🐣🍑🍫

Our NEW delicious peach & chocolate balls are dropping tonight — $10 a bag!
Available from Monday, but be quick… limited stock available.

What a season it was at the Winkie Peach Patch 🍑Picking stretched out over a long three weeks thanks to that wild heatwa...
23/03/2026

What a season it was at the Winkie Peach Patch 🍑

Picking stretched out over a long three weeks thanks to that wild heatwave, but we made it through!
The trees gave it their all, and so did everyone who came out to pick cut and enjoy the season with us.

The colour difference isn’t just the drying process — it’s the beauty of different fruit side by side. Each variety brin...
17/02/2026

The colour difference isn’t just the drying process — it’s the beauty of different fruit side by side. Each variety brings its own tone, texture and flavour to the table, and seeing them laid out together really shows off that natural contrast.

Different fruit. Different colours. Same sunshine doing its magic. 🌞

From our orchard to the drying racks 🍑Peaches and plums grown by us, harvested at their peak and dried the old-fashioned...
08/02/2026

From our orchard to the drying racks 🍑
Peaches and plums grown by us, harvested at their peak and dried the old-fashioned way. Just fruit, sunshine and time.

We are after a shed hand this year, starting just after Australia Day. Please contact Johnny or myself Nicola. Must be r...
19/01/2026

We are after a shed hand this year, starting just after Australia Day.
Please contact Johnny or myself Nicola.
Must be reliable, on time and ready to work.
Any questions send me a message or message on Facebook.

This Sunday we will be at Fun, Food and Fashion 🍑Friends of the Women's and Children's Hospital Auxiliary. Relax and enj...
08/10/2025

This Sunday we will be at Fun, Food and Fashion 🍑
Friends of the Women's and Children's Hospital Auxiliary.

Relax and enjoy this beautiful garden and its surroundings. The entry fee ($15) includes Devonshire afternoon tea, and complimentary bubbles or soft drink on arrival while you enjoy a verity of stalls, and fashion parade.

We will have all your favorite dried fruits available plus a few fruits! 🍎🍐🍌

Chocolate Dipped Nectarines 🤤 100% grown in Winkie! (Except the chocolate 🤭) 400gm bag $18 Can confirm they are absolute...
26/08/2025

Chocolate Dipped Nectarines 🤤

100% grown in Winkie!
(Except the chocolate 🤭)

400gm bag
$18

Can confirm they are absolutely delicious.

We only have a limited amount, if you want to snag a pack either send me a text on 0439147860 or a message on messenger 👍

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