Bright skies, warm light, and the perfect excuse to settle into our first-floor coworking space with this month’s newsletter 📰☀️ Happy reading!

Mâché News

Member Feature | Madeline Paech

This month’s member feature is all about our very own Madeline Paech (aka Mads), and honestly, we couldn’t be happier 😍 She’s one of those people who instantly lifts the vibe at Mâché; always kind, always fun, and always up for a good chat.

When she’s not working with Rusty Russell as a Project Manager on Lightning Network products at Blockstream, she’s out living her best life. In her own words: “aunty-ing, brunch-ing or op-shopping” and catching as much live music as she can.

We’re so lucky to have you as part of the Mâché community, Mads 💜

***What’s the best thing about Mâché?***
*Definitely the vibe! It's a joy to come to 'the office' every day.*
***Any must-read books or must-watch movies?***
*I've failed with any attention span of late, so Matt Haig's 'The Comfort Book' is getting a good run.*
***Favourite holiday spot?***
*Whenever I can, I try to get to Newcastle to spend time with my aunt and uncle; being with them is a holiday for my heart and soul.*
***Go-to comfort food?***
*I've been frequenting Chảo's Bistro - Chinatown, specifically for Beef Rib Pho 牛肋骨越南河粉. Highly recommend!*
***One thing you absolutely can’t live without?***
*My Go-To skincare lineup: feeling very adult with a skin-care regime!*
***Favourite band, DJ, or solo artist?***
*Florence & The Machine - I'm very excited for new music from them on 31 Oct.*
***Perfect day out in Adelaide?***
I'm happiest when I don't have to choose the activities, but ideally, the afternoon would finish with a glass of hand-crafted vino at Vinteloper. They had me hook, line and sinker when they first said: 'We want you to see this place as an extension of your living room'.

Plasma Awareness Month is Around the Corner | Lifeblood Needs Us

Did you know October is Plasma Awareness Month? Plasma is a true life-saving answer; it’s used in 18 different ways, from treating immune disorders to protecting unborn babies and helping patients through surgery. And right now, Australia needs more of it.

Mâché Coworking has its own donation team at Lifeblood, and you can donate as a member or as part of our wider community. Donations are always welcome, but there’s an urgent call-out. Lifeblood needs 12,500 more people to donate blood and plasma this week due to high demand and last-minute cancellations.

So if you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it; book your plasma donation here.

Only One Parking Space Available | Make it Yours!

Parking in the city can be a bit of a circus sometimes, so we thought we’d give you a heads-up: we have the last private parking space left here at Mâché.
If you’re often circling the CBD looking for a park, this could be the convenience you’ve been waiting for. The space is right here at Mâché (Adelaide 5000), and it’s open to anyone in the community, not just our members.

It’s secure, accessible 24/7, and $280 per month (excl. GST).

If you’re interested, email us at hello@mache.space to secure yours.

First in, best dressed

Mâché Eats | Warm Roasted Veg + Quinoa Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing

Hearty, nourishing, and full of flavour 🥗 Spring might be here, but we still need warm food, and this is the kind of salad that actually feels like a meal

You’ll need:

1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
800 g pumpkin, cubed
600 g mushrooms, halved
500 g firm tofu, cubed
1–2 red onions, cut into wedges
1 tbsp olive oil
60 g almonds
20 g pepitas
Fresh lemon, to serve
For the creamy dill dressing:
200 g coconut yoghurt
1 heaped tbsp tahini
Fresh dill, chopped
Zest + juice of 1 lemon
1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
Salt + pepper to taste
Water (to thin, if needed)

How to make it:

Cook quinoa (1:2 quinoa-to-water ratio. A rice cooker makes it foolproof).
Roast pumpkin, mushrooms, onion, and tofu with olive oil, salt + pepper at 210°C for ~30 mins, until golden and crispy.
Mix up the dressing; keep it thick and creamy or thin it with lemon/water to your taste.
Toast almonds + pepitas in a dry pan until just golden.
Toss roasted veg + tofu through the quinoa, squeeze over fresh lemon, drizzle with dressing, and top with toasted nuts + seeds.

Big batch friendly, easily adaptable, and seriously yum!

As always, thanks to our amazing member, Sarah Lelliott, for this yummy recipe. Chef kiss guaranteed 🤌🏼

Mâché Perks & Benefits

Being a Mâché member means more than just having a desk; you also score exclusive discounts with our local partner venues and businesses. It’s our way of supporting the community while giving you even more reasons to love calling Mâché your coworking home!

Mâché Events

Inspired by Spring Shared Lunch

Today!

Spring is in the air and on the plate... We’ll gather for a shared lunch full of fresh, seasonal flavours. Bring along a dish to share so we can celebrate the season around the table. Drinks on us🥤

📅 Thursday, September 18
🕰️ From 12 pm
📍 Kitchen - Level 1

Cake O'Clock

The sweetest tradition continues; join us for a mid-arvo sugar hit, the perfect excuse to take a break! This time only, on the fourth Thursday of the month.

We meet in the upstairs kitchen with something sweet to share for everyone, thanks to our usual Mâché-style healthy twist.

Because cake tastes better with company, and you deserve a little pause 🍰

📅 Thursday, September 25
🕰️ 3 pm
📍 Kitchen - Level 1

Friday Knockoffs

Get set for your favourite Friday tradition... Friday Knockoffs at Mâché!

We’re mixing up a fun evening with great vibes, tasty snacks, and drinks to help you unwind after the workweek. Had a hectic week? Just want to relax and have a chat? This is the place to be💜

(This time only, on the second Friday of September)

📅 Friday, September 12

🕰️ 4 pm - 6 pm

📍 Kitchen & Breakout Area - Level 1

In Other News...

Business | The Grapevine: Wine industry updates from South Australia

One for our wonderful wine industry members & friends at Mâché in this edition of The Grapevine: Greg Clack unveils a new small-batch label and Treasury Wine Estates celebrates a milestone. Plus the latest wine industry events from InDaily SA.

Our Highlights:

Australian wine contributes $51.3 billion to the Australian economy, according to a new report released by Wine Australia.
The Great Wine Capitals knowledge exchange program is now accepting applications from researchers and academics who want to travel to iconic wine regions to share knowledge and expand their skills.
Three McLaren Vale producers picked up five different awards at the prestigious 2026 Halliday Wine Companion Awards.
Australian Grape & Wine is inviting early-career winemakers to apply for an immersion program that will see four successful applicants travel to China.
The South Australian Wine Industry Association (SAWIA) has developed a new program tailored for small and family wine businesses to equip them with financial, digital and storytelling skills.

Read the full article here.

InDaily spoke with co-creator Tyler Roach and producer Cameron Rogers about the deal, which they said they were “humbled” by.

Roach explained that Pro Jank Footy was designed for people who love Australian Rules Football.

“We really wanted to make sure that football fans care about this game,” he said.

But the game also has appeal for those less familiar with footy, with the sport’s rules quickly thrown out the window in favour of janky, chaotic powers.

Read the full article here.

Food & Drink | Adelaide's Best Ramen

Ramen might be the ultimate winter comfort food, but honestly, who says you can’t enjoy it all year round? There’s just something about that steaming bowl of broth, perfectly cooked noodles, and flavorful toppings that hits every time. That’s why we’re loving this CityMag article, which rounds up some of the best ramen spots across the city, perfect for chilly days or sunny afternoons.

From rich, hearty tonkotsu to light, delicate shoyu, these spots bring a taste of Japan straight to Adelaide. Get your chopsticks ready and prepare to slurp your way through the city’s top bowls.

Culture | Nature Festival of South Australia

**Where?**
Various locations around Adelaide

**When?**
26 September — 12 October

Find out more here.

Now in it's 6th year, over 400 nature-inspired events are blooming all across South Australia from 26 Sept - 12 Oct 2025.

These include art, adventure, music, food, wine, wellbeing, and Aboriginal culture, including many free and family-friendly events.

This year, the festival explores the theme of Flow, with a focus on rivers, oceans, water and creative flow.

Local | Up Your Thrifting Game

With Adelaide Fashion Week coming up again next month, we are back echoing our sentiment from our Clothes Swap event last year: fast fashion is out, second-hand shopping is in.

Australia's per-capita apparel sales volume is 63.83 pieces annually, amounting to over 1 billion new garments purchased annually, contributing to over 200000 tonnes of clothes to landfill each year.

Though many people shop second-hand because it’s better for the environment (avoiding fast fashion retailers that mass produce the latest trends with such quick turnarounds), the general consensus is that it's the perfect way to find items that no one else has. InDaily interviewed some stylish treasure hunters at a second-hand market for their thrift tips.

Have a read here.

Wellbeing | Pickleball @The Parks

Not sure if you have heard, but apparently Pickleball has been all the rage for these past few years.

New players and seasoned enthusiasts alike can enjoy a relaxed, self-run environment at @The Parks, where you set the pace and connect with fellow players, perfect for trying out the game or joining a match. All ages and skill levels are welcome, making it easy to meet others, enjoy a friendly game, and have fun on the court.

Find out more here, and if you are looking for some stylish paddles, remember to check Little Court Co.

Sustainability | How is Australia faring on its climate targets?

As 2025 hits the halfway mark, here’s a quick look at how Australia’s climate progress is shaping up so far and how you can help move things forward.

Like many countries around the world, Australia has set climate targets to cut fossil fuel pollution and shift to cleaner energy. The plan is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 43 per cent (compared to 2005 levels) by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

What that means in practice is moving away from fossil fuels and relying more on renewable energy. The goal the government has set is getting 82 per cent of the country’s electricity from sources like solar and wind by the end of the decade. So, are we on track?

Find out in Planet Ark's article here!

That's all for this month folks, do let us know if you happen on an interesting read or if you have any great news to feature, we would love to include it in next month's feature!

Hé there! | September 2025